Every third Thursday of the month, Howard’s Club H in downtown Bowling Green transforms into more than just a music venue and bar, but a place for the community to find free items and connect with others. Hosted by the Bowling Green Democratic Socialists of America (BG DSA), the Bowling Green Free Store offers clothing, packaged foods, toiletries, books, toys and household items at no cost to those who are in need.
The free store began when Jacob Gibson, a member of BG DSA and a group of friends, wanted to do something positive for the Bowling Green community.
“We just wanted to find a way for everyone to save some money and help each other out,” Gibson said. “We reached out around town to see who wanted to donate or volunteer and it all came together from there.”…