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Engaged

25th Anniversary

Chrismar Orton

Doug Walker

and and Charlie Colvin

Kendra (Crooks) Walker

will be married at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Mason City, Iowa.

were married July 18, 1987 at Zion Lutheran Church in Clear Lake.

Happy 90th Birthday

95th Birthday Clara Peterson, of Mason City, will celebrate her 95th birthday at an open house from 2 to 4 p.m.

Saturday, July 21, at The Willows, 1000 N. Eisenhower Ave., Mason City.

Mary Woodward, of Mason City, will observe her 90th birthday, Monday, July 16.

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ENGAGED Sesker, Omans

Rohach, Brallier

AIMEE SESKER, of Cottage Grove, Minn., is the daughter of Scott Sesker of Cottage Grove, Minn., and Michelle Stark of Gibbon, Minn. Her grandparents are Wayne and Sharon Sesker of Woden, Iowa, and Bernadette Stark of Prior Lake, Minn. Aimee is employed by American Medical Systems in Minnetonka, Minn.

JOSHUA OMANS, of Garner, Iowa, is the son of Jeff and Carrie Omans of Garner, Iowa. His grandparents are John and Carol Omans and Maurene House, all of Garner.

Joshua is employed by Garner-Hayfield High July 27, 2012, at The School in Garner.

The couple will be mar- Church of St. Edwards in Bloomington, Minn. ried at 3 p.m. on Friday,

Jenna Rohach and Andy Brallier are pleased to announce their engagement and approaching wedding. Parents of the couple are Michael and Diana Rohach of Garwin, Nancy and David Lund of Nora Springs and Dan Brallier and Jodi Wendel of Mason City.

The bride-to-be is a graduate of Eldora-New Providence High School and received her degree in Dental Hygiene in 2008.

She is currently employed at a family dental practice in Cedar Falls.

The groom-to-be is a graduate of Nora SpringsRock Falls High School and received his bachelor

+RZ 7R 6XEPLW <RXU ,WHPV If you have an item to submit to this section, please stop by the Globe Gazette for a form Monday-Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm at 300 North Washington, Mason City. Online submission is encouraged at www.globegazette.com, click on EXTRAS then Celebrations.

To be printed in the Sunday’s Celebrations section and Online, items must be in the Globe Gazette office no later than 5 pm Monday prior to publication. We can’t take the information over the phone, and we ask that announcements be printed or typed. It would also be helpful if you include a daytime phone number in case there are any questions.

degree from the University of Northern Iowa in 2008.

He is currently employed as a crop insurance adjuster for NAU Insurance.

The couple is planning an Aug. 4, 2012, wedding in Cedar Falls.

Engagements & Weddings: Standard announcement will be published free of charge without a photo. Custom wording and photos are an additional charge. (See chart below.)

Anniversaries: At 25 years or more, we will publish the standard announcement free of charge. Anniversaries of less than 25 years can be published as a Day to Remember starting at $26.50. Custom wording & photos are an additional charge. (See chart below.)

Birth Announcements: Standard birth

BIRTHDAY

announcements will be published free of charge without a photo. Custom wording & photos are an additional charge. (See chart below.)

Retirements: Standard announcements without photo will be published free of charge. Custom wording and photos are an additional charge.

(See chart below.)

Birthdays, Day to Remember Events:

Birthdays, family events & special achievements will be published for $26.50. This includes a B&W 1 col. photo & up to 50 words. Larger photos and additional words may be purchased.

Birthdays of 80 years or more will be published without a photo free of charge. Custom wording and photos are an additional charge.

Cards of Thanks:

Will be published for $10 up to 50 words.

Social, Club Awards & Scholastic Achievement:

Standard announcements will be published without photos free of charge. Photos are available for an additional charge.

Orton, Colvin

MASON CITY — Clara Peterson, of Mason City, will celebrate her 95th birthday at an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 21, at The Willows, 1000 N. Eisenhower Ave., Mason City.

She was born July 24, 1917, in Mason City.

Greetings may be sent to Clara at: 1000 N. Eisenhower Ave., Apt. 101, Mason City, IA 50401.

Custom Description: $10 for each additional 50 words available on any announcement.

Cover Positions: Cover positions are available for $75, including color, on a first come, first serve basis. You are limited to 25 words on the cover.

Includes: 2 col B&W photo inside.

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Clara Peterson, 95

CHRISMAR ORTON, of Mason City, Iowa, is the daughter of Brent and Donna Orton of Mason City, Iowa. Chrismar graduated from Iowa State University in 2004, and is employed by Mason City Community Schools in Mason City, Iowa.

CHARLIE COLVIN, of Mason City, Iowa, is the son of John and Marcy Colvin of Mason City, Iowa. Charlie graduated from Wartburg College in 2005, and is employed by Mason City Community Schools in Mason City, Iowa.

The couple will be married at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Mason City, Iowa.

Photos Charges: 1 Col. 2 Col.

Black & White $26.50 $36.50

Color $36.50 $56.50

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MEMORIAL We miss you Chuck Galkin

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS Congratulations Angela Marquard

From your brother, Sean Nelson

THANK YOU Thank You Thank you for the cards sent to me for my 90th birthday on July 3.

I have been so blessed to hear from so many relatives, friends and students I had in school when I taught for 32 years.

Also thank you to the relatives who planned a special dinner on Sunday, July 1, at the Thornton Golf Course which was held in the building and decorated so beautifully and a big crowd of invited guests.

Thank you, — Vivian (Obrecht) Hanawalt, Meservey

Thank You We would like to thank everyone who attended our 50th wedding anniversary. It was wonderful to see and visit with everyone. Thank you for all the cards and gifts. Also, for making our 50th wedding anniversary so special.

Thanks again.

Sincerely, — Carl and Darlene Heginger, Klemme

Congratulations to Angela Marquard, of Hampton, who received a chemistry degree from the University of Iowa, and acceptance into the chemistry Ph.D program at the University of Wisconsin.

— Dad, Mom, Erica, Mikyla, Grandpa Dale Dixon and Grandma Mary Marquard

Waldorf Dean’s List FOREST CITY — Waldorf College announced its 2012 spring semester Dean’s List.

To receive the honor, students must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale and complete a minimum class load of 12 credits.

ARIZONA Gilbert — Cesar Rojas.

Tucson — Isai Gomez.

CALIFORNIA La Mesa — Kristi Haakma.

Los Alamitos — Mia Chiaro.

Montebello — Jeremy Gerardo.

Santa Ana — Justin Nguyen.

Walnut — Kevin Encinas.

COLORADO Aurora — Molly O’Brien.

Basalt — Haley Rinaldi.

Colorado Springs — Travis Mundt.

FLORIDA West Palm Beach — Claire Lawson.

IOWA Altoona — Katie Bredlow.

Bancroft — Shaun McGuire.

Britt — Jonathan Aguilar, Michelle Eden, Troy Hobscheidt.

Buffalo Center — Alexander Horak.

Clarinda — Amy Nelson.

Clarion — Connor Kem, Jenna Tegtmeyer.

Cresco — Jami Henry.

Crystal Lake — Hannah Kofron.

Davenport — Jessica Yackley.

Denison — Jennifer Hansohn.

Eldon — Dusty Gerhardt.

Estherville — Joan Bryant.

Fertile — Sharayah May. Fonda — Lauren Devereaux.

Forest City — Sarah Berhow, Eric Bertelsen, Emily Clausen, Peter Eggebraaten, Keith Eischen, Holly Gilbertson, Brittany Gust, Robert Iverson, Justin Mattingly, Tami Nelson, Michael Polsdofer, Theresa Schulz.

Garner — Faith Cook, Janelle Flatebo.

Greenfield — Staci Meisenheimer.

Hanlontown — Zachariah Petersburg.

Humboldt — Erika Heider.

Kanawha — Leah Deutsch, Ashley Pogge.

Kensett — Jordan Keni-

son.

Knoxville — Jessica Fresh.

Lake Mills — Lindy Pins.

Manly — Ashley Brinkman.

Mason City — Cynthia Connelly, Andrea Petersen.

Mitchell — Micheala Huebsch.

Monona — Samantha Niel.

Norwalk — Ashley Lutrick.

Postville — Jason Mueller.

Scarville — Erin Larsen.

Stanley — Colin Morgan.

Story City — Juliana Roberts.

Sumner — Victoria Lagel.

Thompson — Olivia Lestrud, Amber Robinson.

Titonka — Sally Stock.

Vinton — Laura Follmann.

Watkins — Haley Mosley.

Waukee — Larissa Bustamante.

ILLINOIS Moline — Emily Hoague.

Naperville — Marisa Donnelly.

MICHIGAN Cottrellville — Chelsey Shreeve.

Ira — Jennifer Kensicki.

MINNESOTA Albert Lea — Jeffrey Bodensteiner, April DeVries.

Andover — Amy Greshowak.

Anoka — Matthew Fridberg.

Austin — Molly Maschka.

Brooklyn Park — Theodore Gibson.

Cannon Falls — Dean Safe.

Chanhassen — Ashlee Kirkpatrick.

New Ulm — Kellie Grunzke.

Rosemont — Emily Anderson.

Saginaw — Caleb Maki.

St. Peter — Natalie Regenscheid.

Twin Lakes — Jessie Wright.

Waseca — Molly Borcherding, Megan Dobberstein.

White Bear Lake — Brent Putney.

NEVADA Las Vegas — Elise Markwardt, Benjamin Seglin, Kaylee Vitale.

NEW YORK Brooklyn — Antoine Cummins.

TEXAS Savoy — Lauren Camp.

WISCONSIN Whitelaw — Brock Binversie.

CANADA Winnipeg — Macey Hickes.

applied science, dental hygiene; Brandon Kammrad, associate in applied science, architectural technology; Amber Sankey, associate in arts, liberal arts.

GREENE — Tara Koop, associate in applied arts, interior design; Elisa Martzahn, associate in applied arts, professional photography.

HAMPTON — Jordan O’Brien, associate in applied science, architectural technology; Kyle McCormick, associate in applied science, agricultural business management; Steven Hanson, certificate and diploma, electronics engineering technology.

MASON CITY — Pattie Hawkeye Community Lathrop, associate in applied science, dental College graduates hygiene; Taylor Roberts, WATERLOO — Hawk- associate in applied arts, eye Community College professional photography. released its list of 2012 NASHUA — Bradley spring semester graduates. Mason, associate in North Iowa graduates applied science, marketing include: management; Chelse ALGONA — David Erd- Usher, associate in arts, man, associate in applied liberal arts; Kayla Bilharz, science, natural resources associate in arts, liberal management; Austin arts; Kyle Graeser, associZadow, associate in arts, ate in arts, liberal arts. liberal arts.

OSAGE — Molly BANCROFT — Rob Thomas, associate in arts, Vaske, associate in arts, liberal arts. liberal arts.

PLAINFIELD — Carlye CHARLES CITY — Burkett, associate in arts, Morgan Schlader, associate liberal arts; Heather Leach, in applied science, natural associate in applied sciresources management; ence, associate degree Lindsay Aspholm, associ- nursing; K’Lyn Wasion, ate in applied science, diploma, veterinary assistdental hygiene. ing; John Osmanski, assoDOUGHERTY — ciate in arts, liberal arts.

Kathryn Gomez, associate RICEVILLE — Camille in applied arts, profession- Dohlman, associate in al photography. applied science, dental DUMONT — Jeffery hygiene.

Codner, associate in ROCKWELL — Haley applied science, agriculSheriff, associate in arts, tural business manageliberal arts. ment, animal science.

ST. ANSGAR — Chelsea GARNER — Meredith Groth, associate in applied Kalkwarf, associate in arts, interior design.

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GLOBE GAZETTE CELEBRATIONS

ANNIVERSARIES

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS Harding Lodge scholarships awarded

Tieszen, 50 years Jerry and Doris (Senner) Tieszen of Mason City, Iowa, were married July 20, 1962, at the Salem Zion Church in Freeman, S.D. The couple will celebrate their 50th anniversary with a family vacation.

The couple’s children and their spouses are Kim and Jeff Engelken, grandsons Nicholas, Jacob and Michael, Maple Grove, Minn.; Pam and Tomas Luna, grandson Ryan, Shakopee, Minn., and Monica and Tim Leahy and granddaughter Anna, Omaha, Neb.

MASON CITY — Harding Lodge gave two $500 scholarships this year. Pictured are Lodge Worshipful Master David Morehouse, and scholarship recipients Alexis Lichty, Mason City and Evan Dye, Sheffield.

The scholarship winners were honored at a luncheon hosted by Masonic High Twelve on Friday June 22, 2012, at the Masonic Lodge in Mason City. The presentation was made by committee members Clarence Slife, Steven Lames, and Keith Myhre in absentia.

Doctorate of Pharmacy

Luther College Dean’s List addition DECORAH — Julia Ham, of Osage, was named to the Luther College Dean’s List for the 2012 spring semester.

Her name was omitted from the Luther College Dean’s List published in Celebrations, July 8.

University of Iowa honor

Walker, 25 years Douglas and Kendra (Crooks) Walker of Clear Lake, Iowa, were married July 18, 1987, at the Zion Lutheran Church in Clear Lake, Iowa.

The couple will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary with friends and family.

Cards can be sent to 14 S. 19th St., Clear Lake, Iowa 50428.

The couple’s children are son Adam Walker and Heidi Wilsher of Ames, Iowa, and daughter Alysha Walker of Mason City, Iowa.

The couple’s parents are Sandi and Darrell Crooks of Ionia, Iowa, and Charlotte Walker of Mason City, Iowa, and Grandma Zenovia Kelly of New Hampton, Iowa.

Moor, 50 years CLEAR LAKE — John Moor and Audrey (Johnson) Moor of Clear Lake, Iowa, were married July 21, 1962, at Grace Evangelical United Brethren Church, in Mason City, Iowa.

The couple will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house from 2 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 21, 2012, at the Bayside Room, Oakwood Care Center, 400 Highway 18 West in Clear Lake, Iowa.

Cards can be sent to John and Audrey Moor at 204 N. 12th St., Clear Lake, IA 50428.

The couple’s children are JoDEE, Clear Lake, Iowa; Sara, Clear Lake, Iowa; and Robert, Daejeon, South Korea.

Congratulations Sarah Sougstad on graduating with high distinction.

We are very proud of you!

Love, — Randy and the family

MASON CITY — Haley Elizabeth Foster, of Mason City, was recently recognized as a member of Sigma Alpha Lambda, a national leadership and honors organization, at the University of Iowa.

Sigma Alpha Lambda is dedicated to promoting and rewarding academic achievement and providing members with opportunities for community service, personal development and lifelong professional fulfillment, according to a news release.

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ANNIVERSARY

ENGAGED

Happy 80th birthday Bob and Mary Jane Calgaard

Duryee, Laudner

Bob Calgaard will observe his 80th birthday July 18, and Mary Jane Calgaard will observe her 80th birthday, Aug. 29.

Join us for worship and birthday cake following services on July 29, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Joice, or send birthday greetings to: 311 S. 10th Ave. E., Apt. 202, Lake Mills, IA 50450.

With love, — Pat, Mike, Linda and families

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS University of Wisconsin-Platteville Dean’s List PLATTEVILLE, Wis. — The University of WisconsinPlatteville announced its 2012 spring semester Dean’s List.

Students receiving this academic honor in the College of Business, Industry, Life Science and Agriculture and the College of Liberal Arts and Education must achieve a 3.75 grade point average. Students in the College of Engineering, Math and Science must earn a 3.5 grade point average.

Among those who made the Dean’s List were: CLEAR LAKE — Jessica Morton.

GRAFTON — Natalie Braun.

MASON CITY — Kory Watts.

University of Wisconsin-Platteville graduate PLATTEVILLE, Wis. — Jessica Morton, of Clear Lake, was among the spring graduates at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Morton graduated with a degree in psychology.

SAMANTHA DURYEE, daughter of Todd and Suzy Duryee of Mason City, graduated from Rockford Senior High in 2007 and graduated with her LPN in 2009 from DMACC. Samantha is currently a charge nurse at John Knox Village in Lee’s Summit, Mo. ZACHARY LAUDNER, son of Amy Laudner of Mason City and Ron Laudner and Kathy Douglass of Nora Springs, graduated from Rockford Senior High in 2006.

Zachary graduated from Iowa State University in 2011 with a degree in logistics and supply chain management, and is currently a manager at the Toys R Us distribution center in Lee’s Summit, Mo. The couple will be married at 7 p.m. Aug. 10, 2012, at The Music Man Square.

SARAH KNAPPER, of Atlantic, Iowa, is the daughter of Doug and Julie Knapper of Forest City, Iowa. Sarah is an RN at Heritage House in Atlantic.

BEN HARTHAN, of Atlantic, Iowa, is the son of Mark and Karen Harthan of Clear Lake, Iowa. Ben is in the managerial program at Fareway in Atlantic.

The couple will be married on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2012, at Dunning Springs in Decorah, Iowa.

BIRTHDAY

Crum, Poulter CARRIE CRUM, of Nora Springs, Iowa, is the daughter of Bill Crum of Nora Springs and Bill and Sheila Lawler of Mason City, Iowa. Carrie graduated from North Iowa Area Community College in 2000, and is employed by Mercy Medical CenterNorth Iowa in Mason City, Iowa.

TYLER POULTER, of Mason City, Iowa, is the son of Jeff Poulter of Terre Haute, Ill., and Lori Kloberdanz of Mason City, Iowa. Tyler graduated from the University of Iowa in 2006, and is employed by Buffalo Wild Wings in Mason City,

Knapper, Harthan

Ruth Smith, 100

Iowa.

The couple will be married at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2012, at Pilot Knob in Forest City, IA.

MASON CITY — Ruth Smith, of Mason City, will celebrate her 100th birthday at an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 22, at Wesley United Methodist Church, Mason City. She requests no gifts, please.

Ruth Smith was born July 22, 1912, in Mason City.

Ruth Smith and family invite you to Ruth’s 100th birthday. If unable to attend and you would like, birthday greetings may be sent to Ruth’s address: 2501 W. State St., Mason City, IA 50401.

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MEMORIAL

GLOBE GAZETTE CELEBRATIONS

CONGRATULATIONS

Mildred M. Bauer

90th Birthday

The River City Rebels ended a winning season as state runners-up for the 12AA National-Gold Division USSSA state baseball tournament. This traveling baseball team has players from Clear Lake, Garner and Mason City.

Pictured here are the Rebels with their State Trophies: From left to right in the back row: Mike Bamrick, Jack Phillips, Dave Deinhart, and Tom Ball. Middle row: Josh Fitzgerald, Bryce Butler, Jeffrey Schurtz, Cade Bamrick, Luke Deinhart, Nate Lassise and Josh Ball. Front row: Dec. 30, 1927 — July 16, 2011 Jackson Hamlin, George Schmit and Ben Finn. The Rebels are coached by: Mike Bamrick, Dave Deinhart It’s hard to believe it’s been one year since you have been and Tom Ball, with assistance from Daryel Hamlin. Not gone, but you will be in our hearts forever. pictured is Rebels’ teammate, Zach Jimenez.

We love and miss you.

Truman State University graduate KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — Nathan Hardy, of Mason City, graduated as an Honors Scholar in commencement ceremonies, May 5, at Truman State University.

He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy and religion, and graduated summa cum laude, with an overall grade point average between 3.9-3.99.

A card shower is being planned for Donald Bergan who will celebrate his 90th birthday July 24, 2012.

Cards may be sent to Don at the following address: 454 Highway 105 Lake Mills, IA 50450

THANK YOU

Your husband, children and grandchildren

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

BIRTHDAYS

Happy 50th Birthday Ed Mikkelsen

Thank You I want to thank everyone who called me, visited me, sent me cards, brought me food, or sent me flowers in the death of my son Steve.

God bless you all.

— Grace Lonergan

Thank You

I would like to extend a sincere thanks to Rick and Linda for taking me to the emergency room and staying with me until I was assigned a room, and to Norm and University of Dubuque Dean’s list Kay for sharing their meals with me. Also to Pastor Don DUBUQUE — Matthew Manning, of Charles City, was for his calls and prayers, Dr. Septer and the nurses on named to the University of Dubuque’s 2012 spring 4W. They were great. And thanks to everyone who sent semester Dean’s List. cards.

To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must earn a — Marie Wemken grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale for Thank You that semester.

We would like to thank everyone for the cards and greetings for our 50th anniversary, our children and for making it all possible and to Wubbens News, sports, opinion, celebrations, the latest grandchildren at Woden for catering the delicious dinner. We had a forecast, classified ads, ... It’s all available, wonderful time and will always remember it.

Sincerely, all the time, at www.globegazette.com.

— Jim and Judy Eden

Happy birthday to Hoyt Tatum and Eleanor Tatum, of Nora Springs.

Eleanor turned 99 on July 8, and Hoyt will be 90 on July 18.

Ed turns the BIG 5-0 on July 20!

Love, — Jenny, Carter and Maddie

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Party & Event Planning

BIRTHDAY Happy 90th Birthday Mary Woodward BRIDAL SHOPS The Bridal Theatre 139 W. 4th St., St. Ansgar, IA 50472 641.713.2303 www.bridaltheatre.com Our First Priority is YOU-Everything for your Special Occasion...from gowns and tuxes to all of the accessories; add to that exceptional personal service, and you have the wedding you’ve dreamed of! Stay close to home-where it doesn’t cost more, it’s just nicer at The Bridal Theatre in St. Ansgar.

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MASON CITY — Mary Woodward, of Mason City, will observe her 90th birthday, Monday, July 16.

She was born July 16, 1922. Mary lived most of her life on a farm southeast of Mason City, with her husband, Floyd. She and Floyd had two children, a daughter Gene Johnson and a son Craig Woodward.

In recent years she has resided at the Good Shepherd in Mason City.

Greetings may be sent to Mary at: Good Shepherd, 302 Second St. N.E., Room 121, Mason City, IA 50401.

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS St. Olaf College graduates NORTHFIELD, Minn. — Three North Iowa students are among the 763 graduates at St. Olaf College following the 2012 spring semester.

CLEAR LAKE — Geoffrey Delperdang, graduated with a physics and mathematics degree.

LAKOTA — Nicholas Julsrud-Wertjes, graduated with a political science degree.

MASON CITY — Daniel Lee, graduated magna cum laude (grade point average of 3.75) with a chemistry degree. In addition he was awarded membership in Phi Beta Kappa and Phi Lambda Upsilon.

Nebraska Wesleyan University graduate LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraska Wesleyan University awarded degrees to nearly 500 undergraduate and graduate students during commencement exercises held May 12.

Among the graduates was Lynnea Marie Fredrickson, of Forest City, Bachelor of Arts degree in history, theatre arts.

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Formalities has an elite group of seamstresses that can create that perfect fit! Formalities carries gowns in all sizes from infant to plus sizes. We have hundreds of gowns to choose from - buy right off the rack or place a special order - we’ll help you through the whole process.

Formalities also carries fashion handbags/purses!

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Bliss Bridal and Formalwear 641.201.1032 2810 South Federal Ave., Mason City Open 7 days a week for your convenience www.blissformalwear.com “Find your bliss at North Iowa’s largest bridal and formalwear superstore! We’ve stocked our boutique with hundreds of exclusive gowns in sizes 0-32, from designers all over the world. We have styles for every member of your party-from casual to elegant-backyard to beach! We also have all of the latest styles of tuxedos on display so that we can coordinate your color palette perfectly. Providing unparalleled customer service and of course in-house alterations to make your preparations worry free. We do request appointments for bridal consultations so that we can spend quality time assisting you in the search for your dream gown. Ask about our platinum package. Come say yes to your dress at Bliss!

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Tux rental is available. Sew Heavenly Creations is your “Bridal Store & Sew Much More!”

CATERING Whiskey Creek Wood Fire Grill 1519 4th Street SW, Mason City 641.423.4000 Catering for all occasions including weddings, birthdays, retirements, holiday gatherings, reunions and anniversaries. Also available for business meetings.

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RECEPTIONS MacNider Art Museum 641.421.3666 303 Second Street SE, Mason City jklein@masoncity.net Unforgettable weddings, distinguished receptions. An elegant setting to make lasting memories.

TRAVEL Allen Travel Agency & Cruise Quest 641.357.5223 or 800.475.5223 300 1st Ave. N., Clear Lake We are your full time professional travel planners and cruise vacation specialist, in service since 1951.

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GLOBE GAZETTE CELEBRATIONS

BIRTHDAYS Please help Jean celebrate!

Beverly Clay, 80

Sunday, July 22, 2012 Leinbach Center Belmond, IA 50421.

1-3 p.m.

No gifts, please, only your presence.

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MASON CITY — Beverly Clay, of Mason City, will celebrate her 80th birthday on July 17.

Family and friends are invited to join Beverly at an open house celebration, from 2 to 4 p.m. Sun. Aug. 26, at Lester Milligan Park Shelter, located at 15th Street Southwest and South Pierce Avenue, Mason City.

Jean Payne will celebrate her 80th birthday with an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 22, at The Music Man Square, Mason City.

Family and friends are invited to attend. Your presence will be her greatest gift.

The open house is being hosted by her daughters, sons-in-law, and grandchildren: Connie and Glen Stille, Clear Lake; Lynn and Richard Anker, Lynden, Wash.; Erin Pohlman and Camron, of Mason City, and Haley and Anthony Parker, of Lynden, Wash.

We do kitchen remodels

You may send cards to: LeRoy Carolus 215 Country Club Drive, Apt. C Belmond, IA 50421.

INTRODUCING MY NEW SMILE!

BIRTHDAY Orlin Kelling, 95

Dr. Judith G. Demro, DDS, MS

CLEAR LAKE — Orlin Kelling will celebrate his 95th birthday at an open house from 1 to 3 p.m.

Sunday, July 22, at The Intersection (The Hub) in the 500 block of First Avenue North, Clear Lake.

Please join us in celebrating his birthday; no gifts, please.

Greetings may be sent to Orlin at the following address: 800 Ninth Ave. S., Clear Lake, IA 50428.

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655 S. Illinois Ave. Mason City, IA 50401 641-424-3375

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