Employee Announcements
Boys & Girls Junior Golf Championship
Jun 10, 2025
Join us for the 2025 Boys & Girls Junior City Championship on Wednesday, July 16th! This exciting free event is open to players ages 12–18, with free entry and lunch provided.
The tournament kicks off with an 18-hole round at CrossWinds Golf Course starting at 8:15 AM, featuring three age divisions:
- Ages 12–14
- Ages 15–16
- Ages 17–18
Youth Golf Clinics at Hobson
Jun 10, 2025
Join Zach Halder, the Head Golf Professional of Hobson Golf course and Driving Range, and staff to learn the fundamentals of the game of golf. We will use various training techniques to teach kids of all ages the art of the golf swing and how to play golf correctly.Duncan Hines Days 2025
Jun 5, 2025
Duncan Hines Days returns for year 3 this week! The City/County and area attractions are hosting over a dozen events once again! There’s a seat for everyone at the community table, with events offered for all ages and interests, celebrating the Duncan Hines legacy of good food and good fun. Find the full road map and menu of events on duncanhinesdays.com.
If you’re interested in helping out with set up, break down, or running any events with the team, here’s a link to sign up. The link is also open to volunteers, please share with any organizations or civic groups you, your family, and your friends are part of – especially ones that require community service hours.
City employees may work the sign-up slots as part of their duty day (if applicable) or to earn comp time, WITH the prior approval of their supervisor.
Come and check out all the events as well!
- Thursday, June 5:
- 4:00 PM: Classic Car Cruise-In on Fountain Square
- 5:30 PM: Uncle Duncan’s Summer Stroll Parade starting at the intersection of 8th/State St., open to walkers, bikers, roller skates and blades
- 6:00 PM: Community Ice Cream Social at BG Ballpark Plaza featuring ice cream and dessert food trucks, free kids activities, Duncan's Duck Paddle Race & Regatta packet pick up, and Duncan Hines night at the BG Ballpark
- Saturday, June 7:
- Duncan’s Duck Paddle Race and Regatta along a scenic new Drakes Creek route and Eats & Beats Music Fest at Circus Square; featuring over 20 local food trucks, including live entertainment from The Josephines, Government Cheese celebrati
Exciting News! Easy Access to Employee Discounts for BGPR Parks Facilities and Activities
Nov 25, 2024
Starting today, BGPR is making it easier than ever for City Employees to enjoy employee discounts. Just follow these steps to create an account on our parks webpage. If you have any questions, our admin office is here to help!
Already have an account? Skip to Step 8 to verify your discount.
New to our site? Get started with these simple steps:
- Visit the Website: Go to PlayBGPR
- Sign In / Register: On the homepage, click "Sign In / Register."
- Create Your Account On the login page, click "Don’t have an account?" at the bottom of the screen.
- Set Up Login Details Create a username and password.
- Enter City Employee Information Ensure the primary household member is the City Employee. Whenever possible, use your @bgky.org email address during registration.
- Add Family Members Add any family members to your account. If you have children, please verify their school grades, as grade limits apply to most park activities.
- Verify Your Email You’ll receive a verification email from BGPR@bgky.org. Follow the instructions to confirm your account.
- Verify Your Discount Complete a quick, one-time verification by emailing BGPR@bgky.org or calling the parks office at 270-393-3249. Can't remember your username or password? No problem! You can send a reset request or username reminder through the website, or call the office for assistance.
Stay tuned for future discounts and opportunities to make the most of your BGPR parks experience!
City Wide Internal Message: Jeff Meisel
Sep 25, 2024
All,
Please see the video message from City Manager Jeff Meisel:
Deborah Highland West
Executive Assistant/Public Information Officer
1001 College Street
PO Box 430
Bowling Green, KY 42102
Phone: 270.393.3642
Fax: 270.393.3698
Roundabout Bowling Green
Aug 15, 2024
When Clark Griswold encountered a roundabout for the first time while driving in England during the movie European Vacation, he had one heckuva time getting himself and his family out. But roundabouts don't have to be difficult, they keep traffic moving, reduce head-on, left-turn and right-angle collisions, and reduce fuel consumption
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