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Pictured is a GAFT Fiddler On The Roof rehearsal from last week.

Pictured is a GAFT Fiddler On The Roof rehearsal from last week.

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Fiddler On The Roof opens on July 16

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Wednesday, July 15, 2026
GLADWINGladwin Area Friends of the Theatre (GAFT) will open their four-performance run of Fiddler On The Roof, Thursday, July 16, 7 p.m., at the Gladwin cafetorium, with additional shows Friday, July 17, and Saturday, July 18, also at 7 p.m., with a matinee, Sunday, July 19 at 1 p.m.
COMMUNITY SUPPER

COMMUNITY SUPPER

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COMMUNITY SUPPER

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Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Eagle Ridge Church of God, located at 3987 S. M-18 in Beaverton, will have Community Supper every second Monday of the month from 5:30-7 p.m. This free catered meal will have live music. Everyone is invited, no RSVP needed, so bring a friend. No takeout is available.
Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

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Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

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Wednesday, July 15, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYAll U.S. military and veterans are invited to Cup of Joe, a free gathering where veterans can enjoy coffee, treats, share stories, learn about resources, and connect with fellow vets.It will take place on the first Tuesday of every month, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Chamber to host new networking series

Chamber to host new networking series

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Chamber to host new networking series

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Wednesday, July 15, 2026
BEAVERTONThe Chamber of Commerce will host “Good Morning Gladwin County,” a new networking series designed to bring together local businesses, organizations and community leaders to build connections and opportunities, Friday from 7:30-9 a.m.
Sons of the American Legion meetings

Sons of the American Legion meetings

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Sons of the American Legion meetings

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Wednesday, July 15, 2026
GLADWINAmerican Legion Post 171 is announcing the formation of the Sons of the American Legion (SAL) Squadron.Any adult whose father or grandfather served in the U.S. military is eligible to join.Meetings will take place at the American Legion Post located at 128 N. Silverleaf St. in Gladwin, 6 p.m.
Northern Blend Chorus

Northern Blend Chorus

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Local chorus earns regional medal

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Wednesday, July 15, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYThe Northern Blend Chorus of Sing United International recently competed at the Region 2 Convention and Competition in Kalamazoo, earning a Second Place medal in the Small Chorus Division.The chorus qualified for the division for choruses with 12 to 30 singers.
Christ the King Lutheran Church

Christ the King Lutheran Church

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Food distribution slated for July 18

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Wednesday, July 15, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYThe Gladwin/Beaverton Community Food Distribution (GBCFD) will be hosting it’s next distribution on July 18, 2026 at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 600 S. M-18, Gladwin.Address verification will be required for all food recipients. The handing out of food, will begin about 10 a.m.
When it comes to decorations on Victorian art glass, more is always better. This vase by Thomas Webb & Sons has the shaded color scheme called peachblow, a satin finish, and gold flowers and butterflies.

When it comes to decorations on Victorian art glass, more is always better. This vase by Thomas Webb & Sons has the shaded color scheme called peachblow, a satin finish, and gold flowers and butterflies.

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Peachblow Glass

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Wednesday, July 15, 2026
For art glass collectors, a peachblow vase can be as much of a treat as a perfectly ripe peach at the peak of its season. Peachblow is one of the many types of two-tone art glass popular in the late Victorian era.
Planetarium to celebrate first manned lunar landing

Planetarium to celebrate first manned lunar landing

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Planetarium to celebrate first manned lunar landing

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Wednesday, July 15, 2026
UNIVERSITY CENTERThe Delta College Planetarium will celebrate the anniversary of the first manned lunar landing with a free event dedicated to Earth’s closest celestial neighbor.The Observe the Moon Family Night will take place Friday, July 24 beginning at 6 p.m.
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