Fountain Row – The BG Heartbeat
Every city has a heartbeat. That heartbeat is the center of the community, and that center is downtown.
“So go downtown, things will be great when you’re downtown – no finer place for sure, downtown. Everything is waiting for you, downtown.” You might recognize those lyrics from a 60’s song called “Downtown” by Petula Clark. Funny thing is, years later, they still ring true.
Months in the making, right here in our town’s heartbeat, Bowling Green officially has “Fountain Row,” an Entertainment Destination Center that is a true game changer to our city. Not only does it allow residents and visitors to get out and see more in downtown BG, it breaks down barriers with new possibilities and an expansion of tourism with business spotlights.
Have you ever been downtown at a bar and time got away from you? You just opened a fresh drink or started on a full pour, but it’s time for you to move on to the next place. Fountain Row gives you the opportunity to take your drink outside with you in a designated to-go cup from participating licensed businesses within its boundaries.
What are the boundaries you might ask? Fountain Row covers pretty much all the heavily dominated areas, and I guarantee there is a place in it for you. You’ll need to look for the signs that indicate what is in and what is out.
Fountain Row will make weekends in BG better. Active every Friday and Saturday from 11am to 9pm, it will allow for an even greater experience as you soak in everything downtown has to offer. If you haven’t been in a while, you’ll be surprised at the new additions that continue to grow our community.
Follow the rules, be respectful and have a great time knowing we live in the greatest community around. Remember, “The light’s so much brighter there, you can forget all your troubles, forget all your cares” when you’re downtown. So much hard work and long days have gone into making this a reality, the City of Bowling Green and the entire Downtown Development team can’t wait to see you at Fountain Row.
For more details and official rules on Fountain Row visit: https://bgky.org/fountainrow
-by Kenny Beckman
About the Author: Kenny Beckman is PD and On-Air at WGGC Radio in Bowling Green, KY. Follow him on socials @kny_beckman.