Tons of summer fun at the GCDL
Tons of summer fun at the GCDL
News Staff
GLADWIN COUNTYYour local library is the place to be this summer, and the rest of the year too!
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Life in Gladwin
This art nouveau charger was made by the famous German ceramic company Mettlach in the Jugendstil style of the early 20th century. AUCTIONS AT SHOWPLACE
Art Nouveau
News Staff
With its soft colors, flower motifs and asymmetrical twining lines, this ceramic charger, made circa 1900, fits right into the art nouveau movement. However, when it sold for $2,500 at Auctions at Showplace, it was described as “Jugendstil.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Wildlife change – and don’t change – on tiny Lake Huron island
Wildlife change – and don’t change – on tiny Lake Huron island
Eric Freedman
LANSINGIn nature, a lot can change on a largely uninhabited Great Lakes island over the course of a century.And a lot can stay the same.That includes the disappearance and appearance of wildlife species.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Conservation District events
Conservation District events
News Staff
GLADWINThe Conservation District has a number of free summer events coming up soon.■ Gladwin City Park Restoration Work Day will take place on Monday, July 14, from 9-11 a.m. at the Ridley Trailhead, S. River Rd., 0.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Master Gardeners Garden Tour 2025
News Staff
GLADWIN COUNTYThe Gladwin County Master Gardeners and Friends is presenting Garden Tour 2025 featuring gardens in the Beaverton area Thursday, July 17, from 1-7 p.m. There are seven stops on the tour.Sugarbeet Blooms & Bridal will be our host stop with light refreshments and restrooms available.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Pictured are GAFT summer theater workshop participants.
GAFT Summer Youth Theatre Camp held
News Staff
GLADWINGladwin Area Friends of the Theatre, GAFT, hosted a theatre workshop for youngsters seven to 12 from four different towns in June after schools let out for the summer.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Parade participants are pictured at the June 28 event.
Pride March and Gathering
News Staff
GLADWINGladwin County Pride hosted its fourth Pride March and Gathering on Saturday, June 28, starting at 11 am. LGBTQIA+ folx and allies were invited to gather at 11 a.m. for sign decorating, face painting and an information fair.Around 12 p.m., readings and remarks were shared by K.T.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Conservation District has big plans for upcoming events
Conservation District has big plans for upcoming events
News Staff
GLADWINWith the first River Race of Two Cities in the rearview mirror, the Friends of the Gladwin County Conservation District gathered for Thursday’s monthly meeting to look back briefly and look ahead to next year’s event.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Mark Dabiero
Comedy Night to support Sacred Heart Mission July 12
News Staff
GLADWINOn July 12, there will be a comedy show at the Knights of Columbus, 751 M-18 in Gladwin.This event will be sponsored by the Wiggins Lake Property Owners Association, presented by Motown Mark Dabiero, and featuring Ron Rigby, Matt Conn, and Audrey Mistor.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Help for homeless veterans
News Staff
Organizations across the country that help homeless veterans are set to share in grants that total $42 million. Each grant, if approved, can be worth as much as $500,000 and will fund them for two years, beginning in October.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025