Markets and independent shops in Bowling Green

Markets and independent shops in Bowling Green

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   Ben's

   A local craft store that also offers toys, candy and party supplies among a variety of other things.

   9AM-8PM

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   Cyclewerks

   A small bicycle chain in the Toledo metro. Sells bicycles, bicycle accessories, and offers bicycle repair services. For travelers who just need a bike for a short time, they offer daily rentals, although this can be more expensive than purchasing a cheap bike for periods longer than a few days.

   Mon-Fri 10AM-6PM, Sat 10AM-5PM, closed Sun

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   Falcon Outfitters

   BGSU Bookstore

   Formerly known as the BGSU Bookstore, Falcon Outfitters primarily offers BGSU apparel and goods. Also carries general goods, such as stationery, art supplies, and hygiene products. Ziggabyte is the Computing section of Falcon Outfitters. They offer computers, cables, and accessories.

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   Farmers Market

   A market of local farms and businesses. Besides general produce a few specialty items and services can be purchased at the Farmers Market, such as Asian vegetables, freshly picked oyster and shiitake mushrooms, raw honey, blade sharpening, and handmade soaps. May have live music present.

   Meets every Wed downtown during the summer from 5PM to dusk

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   Rock Em' Sock Em' Retro

   Sells retro video games and memorabilia. Also has a small arcade.

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   The Busy Thimble

   A sewing and quilting supply store. They host classes on how to get started sewing with a variety of simple projects.

   Mon-Sat 9AM-8PM, Sun 11AM-5PM

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   Woodland Mall

   A dying shopping mall on the far north of Bowling Green. A lack of business has driven a number of alternative businesses such as thrift shops and studios to occupy the mall.

   Mon-Sat 10AM-9PM, Sun noon-5PM

Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Bowling Green (CC BY-SA 4.0).