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Lecture series at East Ludington Gallery

ESCANABA — The East Ludington Gallery, 1007 Ludington St. Escanaba, is having a lecture series on the third Thursday of every month.

This month’s lecture will be by Beth Cox, who will be presenting “How Glass Paperweights are Made.”

It will be on Sept. 20 from 7 to 8 p.m., and it is open to the public free of charge.

AAUW holding fall kick-off luncheon Saturday

ESCANABA — The American Association of University Women (AAUW) will hold its fall kick-off luncheon on Sept. 22 at Hereford and Hops. A short business meeting will start at 11 a.m. followed by lunch. Those attending will be able to order off the menu.

The guest speaker will be Theresa Nelson. She is currently the only woman on the Delta County Commission. Nelson will discuss her career in public service, women in politics and her position on the commission. Please RSVP to Judy at (906) 789-1905 by Sept. 19.

AAUW is open to men and women holding an associate’s degree or higher.

Started in 1881, the organization is globally recognized for its advancement of equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research. For more information on AAUW, call 906-474-6545.

Teamster retirees ­meet tomorrow in Escanaba

ESCANABA — The Teamsters Retirees Club of Delta County will meet on Wednesday, Sept. 19 at the Escanaba Civic Center, 225 N. 21st St. Escanaba.

Lunch is at noon with the meeting to follow at 12:30 p.m.

All Teamsters are invited to attend. A 50/50 drawing will be held.

For any questions, call Vic Zar at 906-474-6602.

Lunch reservations must be called in at least one day in advance by calling 906-786-8850 between 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.

Gladstone Smear League starts Thursday

GLADSTONE — The Gladstone Smear League, formerly the All Saints League, will begin play on Thursday, Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall on the 700 block of Delta ave.

Anyone interested in playing and having a night out can play as a sub or regular and can call Don Howes at 428-9825 or Roger Pepin at 428-2677. The games are usually over by 8:30 p.m.

Fall festival at IXL Historical Museum

HERMANSVILLE — The IXL Historical Museum in Hermansville will hold its annual fall festival and farmers’ market on Saturday, Sept. 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors are welcome to bring a table or two to sell garden produce, flowers, seeds, perennials, crafts, gifts, jewelry and specialty foods. Hot pasties, hot coffee, and water will be available for purchase, as well as baked sweets. There will be face painting for the children and fun old car rides.

Setup is at 9 a.m. A donation per table is requested. Call 906-236-5163 for more info. The event will be cancelled if the weather is bad.

Talk on ­effective ­communication Thursday

ESCANABA — The Alzheimer’s Association is hosting an educational program/talk about effective communication at the Escanaba Public Library (400 Ludington Street) from 3 to 4 p.m. on Sept. 20.

Annual Forest Service Retirees’ breakfast

ESCANABA — The annual Forest Service Retirees’ breakfast will be held on Thursday, Sept. 20 at 9 a.m. at the Drifter’s Restaurant in Escanaba. If you plan to attend, contact Pat at 906-786-7926.

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