Warbler and Summerfest!

ROSCOMMON- Roscommon was a beehive of activity the first Saturday in June with the Kirtland’s Warbler Festival and Roscommon Summerfest. Events included warbler tours, vendors, artists, live music, a car show, cornhole tournament and much more. Higgins LakeRoscommon Chamber Director

Got Your Six

Continued from page 30 the term highlights the loyalty and cooperation found in military culture.

In his work and daily life, Tim Kotulak hopes he exemplifies that commitment. TK, Renee, and GY6 vets have sponsored Coffee with a Cop, Volleyball teams at Jack's, and other events. They offer free haircuts for vets at the salon on

Tracy Smith was pleased with the Summerfest events and activities. Warbler Festival Spokesperson Mike Petrucha said the festival was its largest ever in terms of vendors and participation.

- Photos by Mark Constance and Tracy Constance.

Left: Mike Petrucha and Megan Machusko helped participants sign in and oversaw the bird house raffle in front of the CRAF Center in Roscommon.

Above: Tom Dale conducted a presentation on the Kirtland’s Warbler during the kickoff event at the Gahagan Nature Center.

Right: Sherry Morgan of Janesville talks with Gibson McCann about a snake he was holding.

Bottom-Left: Clint Stauffer won an award at the car show with his 1929 pickup. He is pictured with Deb Looney.

Puzzle can be found on page 27

Wednesdays and have discounts for First Responders on Fridays, and “Senior Moment” haircut discounts on Mondays.

The organization expects to have 501c3 status soon. For more information or to volunteer, contact Tim or Renee at 248-704-7581 or gy6yco2022@gmail.com .

Canoe Marathon

Continued from page 25 canoes for THE Marathon. It’s a busy and exciting time for communities in the AuSable River Valley!”

A record field of more than 100 teams is anticipated, with entries from Australia, Germany and Belize, and representation from an additional twenty US states and Canadian provinces expected.