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Day Camps

Join 4-H this June for some fun, exciting, and engaging Day Camps! Whether in every session, we want to see you this summer as we explore science, art, and engineering. Flying high, growing seeds, and spending time in the sun.

Details: z.umn.edu/pope4hdaycamps


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6/3/2026
-6/18/2026
1:00pm to 4:00pmJacob Halper



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6/14/2026See Flyer for TimeSara Nestor



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6/16/2026See Flyer for TimeSara Nestor


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Tuesdays, June 2-August 25, 2026
Barsness Park - South of Pope County Museum
4:00-6:00 PM

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6/16/20264:00pm to 6:00pmKay Blauert


Creating Connections for Families - The Important Role of Help Me Grow and Help Me Connect

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6/16/20266:00pm to 8:00pm


Join West Central Initiative for a Pope County Coffee & Conversation!

If you’re someone who cares deeply about your community and want to bring people together in meaningful ways, this casual gathering is for you. . Enjoy coffee and doughnuts while discussing ways to connect! 

Date: Wednesday, June  17
Time: Starts at 9:30 a.m. - drop in!
Location: Long Beach Community Hub, 23956 North Lakeshore Dr, Glenwood, MN 56334

This will be a casual opportunity to connect with other community builders, hear about the work and ideas happening across Pope County, and talk about the people, projects, and your hopes for shaping the future of your community.

We’ll also introduce the new Weaver Awards—an opportunity designed to support and celebrate local weavers and community connectors like you.

The Weaver Awards are part of a constellation of activities designed to celebrate and support weavers—everyday neighbors who are building relationships, strengthening belonging, and weaving trust into the social fabric of their communities. The $2,500-$5,000 awards for neighbors working together are easy to apply for, require only simple reporting, and can go to individuals or small organizations.

Learn more about this exciting opportunity at https://awards.weavers.org/en/westcentralmn/2026

We hope to see you there! 
 

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6/17/20269:30am to 10:15amRick Schara


Monthly Board Meeting for Glenwood Welcome Center & Glenwood Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center and Chamber Board Meeting

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6/17/202611:30am to 1:00pmKay Blauert of Sarah Boll


The Auxiliary of Glacial Ridge Health System is hosting a Girls Night Out at Rolling Forks Vineyard on Wednesday, March 17 from 4-7 pm. This annual Happy Hour for Auxiliary members is Open to the Public again this year, featuring vendors for some early-summer shopping, raffle drawings, and a hands-on bracelet-making craft event for the Auxiliary's Health Professions Scholarship fund! There will be something for everyone, just like Rolling Fork's selection of delicious wines and slushies! 

This is an opportunity to learn about the Auxiliary and for existing members to drop off their annual dues (only $20 to help support worthwhile causes). The Auxiliary functions under the Glacial Ridge Foundation.

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6/17/20264:00pm to 7:00pmJoanna Curry


Music at WaskaVillage in Glenwood, MN featuring "Prairie Smoke" Band

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6/19/20265:00pm to 8:00pmDarla Vargas


Pope County Farmers Market Saturday Mornings June-October 8:30-11:30 AM South of Pope County Museum

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6/20/20268:30am to 11:30amKay Blauert


30 years later, wouldn't record attendance be spectacular?
This annual motorcycle ride and car run winds through the scenic rolling hills and lakes of Pope County, including stretches along Lake Minnewaska, while supporting Glacial Ridge Hospice—making it a meaningful way to enjoy the road and give back. 

You don't have to ride or drive to have fun! Everyone is welcome to join in on the basket raffle and watch as they take off at 1 pm. (Prizes and drawings will take place at 12:30 pm before the ride.)

There's also a Night Ride route starting at 9 pm.

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6/20/202611:00am to 9:45pmTina Blair



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6/23/2026See Flyer for TimeSara Nestor


Registration for Morris Regional 4-H Camp is open!

Camp is scheduled for June 23-25, 2026 on the UMN Morris Campus. This exciting opportunity is open to youth in grades 3-6, offering a memorable experience!

Tracks for 2026 include: 

🔬Kid Biologists: DNA & Dissection

🐄Jr. Farmhands: Buzzing Barnyards

🎨Young Artists: Sculpt It!

🍗Lil’ Grillers: Charcoal & Chicken

🎬Jr. Performers: Speak Away

🌎Excavators: Prehistoric Pioneers

❓Wild Card


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6/23/2026
-6/25/2026
11:00am to 2:00pmJacob Halper


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Tuesdays, June 2-August 25, 2026
Barsness Park - South of Pope County Museum
4:00-6:00 PM

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6/23/20264:00pm to 6:00pmKay Blauert


Glenwood State Bank Customer Appreciation Picnic
June 23rd from 5:00pm - 7:00pm
This free customer event will be held at the Glenwood Branch Parking lot.

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6/23/20265:00pm to 7:00pmAshley Lyle



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6/25/2026See Flyer for TimeSara Nestor



Music in the Park
7:00-8:30 PM
Glenwood City Park (across from Lakeside)

 

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6/25/20267:00pm to 8:30pmKay Blauert


Pope County Farmers Market Saturday Mornings June-October 8:30-11:30 AM South of Pope County Museum

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6/27/20268:30am to 11:30amKay Blauert


Workday Day Camp

Join 4-H on June 30th for a FULL DAY fun, and engaging activities! Youth can be dropped off as early as 7:45AM and as late as 8:30AM, and our Workday Day Camp will run until 5PM. We will spend time outside, explore projects and meet new friends.

Where: Pope County Fairgrounds on June 30th. Drop off will start at 7:45AM and end at 8:30AM, the program will run until 5PM.


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6/27/202612:00pm to 4:00pmJacob Halper


Calling all families,

It is time for the biggest NEW event of the year for Pope County 4-H. 4-H Field Day is where we come together in the summer to hang out, build connections, meet new friends, and welcome the community into the joy of 4-H. This is a day to connect with others in the community in a relaxed and low-stakes setting. Come when you can, leave when you need too! Those in 4-H are welcome to participate in the kickball tournament, but everyone is welcome to spectate and hang out!


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6/27/202612:00pm to 4:00pmJacob Halper


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Tuesdays, June 2-August 25, 2026
Barsness Park - South of Pope County Museum
4:00-6:00 PM

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6/30/20264:00pm to 6:00pmKay Blauert


Join the Newcomers for Coffee Hour on the First Wednesday of the month at the Glenwood Welcome Center from 9:00 to 10:00 AM. 

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7/1/20269:00am to 10:30amKay Blauert


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7/2/20268:30am to 4:00pmKay Blauert



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7/6/2026See Flyer for TimeSara Nestor


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Located at Barsness Park - South Hwy 104  (South of the Pope County Museum)
 

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7/7/20264:00pm to 6:00pmKay Blauert



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7/8/2026See Flyer for TimeSara Nestor


Monthly meeting for nonprofit leaders in and around Pope County. We gather to collaborate, brainstorm, share resources, and help strengthen each other's programs. 

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7/8/20263:00pm to 4:30pmSarah Boll


Music in the Park
7:00-8;30 PM
Glenwood City Park

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7/9/20267:00pm to 8:30pmKay Blauert


Join us for Central Square’s 4th Annual Music on the Lawn series as we celebrate the reopening of our renovated WPA-era building and courtyard. Spend summer evenings enjoying free live music, local art, and community at Central Square.
Our June 5 kickoff event will feature a special Open House & Gallery Reception in addition to the evening concert programming.

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7/10/20265:00pm to 8:00pmCentral Square


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Saturdays
8:30-11:30 AM
Located:  Barsness Park
South of the Pope County Museum
 

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7/11/20268:30am to 11:30amKay Blauert


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7/14/20269:00am to 11:30amjerry Wright


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Located at Barsness Park - South Hwy 104  (South of the Pope County Museum)
 

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7/14/20264:00pm to 6:00pmKay Blauert


Monthly Board Meeting for Glenwood Welcome Center & Glenwood Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center and Chamber Board Meeting

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7/15/202611:30am to 1:00pmKay Blauert of Sarah Boll




Chamber Rise & Shine - Hosted by
 Waterama


Where: Glenwood City Park 
            Glenwood, MN 56334


When: Friday, July 17 at 7:30 AM!

What: Rise & Shine is a fun, casual morning networking event hosted at Chamber member businesses on the second Friday of each month. Start your day with great connections, fresh coffee, light breakfast bites, and a chance to learn more about the amazing businesses that make our community thrive.

Who: It’s open to members and non-members, so bring a friend or colleague!

Event Schedule:
7:30 AM - Coffee, refreshments & networking
7:50 AM - Welcome + Chamber updates
7:55 AM - Host presentation from American Solutions for Business
8:10 AM - Attendee introductions (share who you are and what you do!)
8:25 AM - Business card drawing and Pot of Gold Drawing

✨ Must be present to win the Pot of Gold - all Chamber members are automatically entered! âœ¨

We look forward to seeing you there! 

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7/17/20267:30am to 8:30amSarah Boll


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Saturdays
8:30-11:30 AM
Located:  Barsness Park
South of the Pope County Museum
 

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7/18/20268:30am to 11:30amKay Blauert


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Located at Barsness Park - South Hwy 104  (South of the Pope County Museum)
 

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7/21/20264:00pm to 6:00pmKay Blauert



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7/22/2026See Flyer for TimeSara Nestor


Glenwood Waterama Festival
Last Full Weekend in July
Julyl 23-26, 2026

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7/23/2026
-7/26/2026
TBDWaterama


Glenwood Waterama Festival
Last Full Weekend in July
Julyl 23-26, 2026

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7/24/2026TBDWaterama


Waterama City Park Boardwalk Sales 2025
July 24, 25 & 26, 2026 (Friday, Saturday & Sunday)
Glenwood City Park

Join us for a fun-filled, family-friendly, three-day outdoor vendor event during Waterama in beautiful Glenwood City Park!


Event Details

Sales Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily (vendors may stay later if desired)
Booth Cost:

  • Single Booth (10' x 10'): $100.00

  • Double Booth (10' x 20'): $200.00
    Cost includes all three days. Preference is given to vendors who can attend all three days.
    No discounts are offered for attending only one or two days.
    Chamber Member Discount: Use code Member (case-sensitive) for $25.00 off.

Set-up time will be communicated to all registered vendors closer to the event.


Vendor Information & Guidelines

Booth Assignments:

  • Booths will be assigned by the Glenwood Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce based on vendor needs and preferences.

  • Returning vendors will be placed as close as possible to previous locations; however, final placement is at the Chamber’s discretion.

Direct Sales Vendors:

  • No duplicate brand vendors (e.g., Scentsy, Tastefully Simple, Tupperware, etc.) allowed.

  • Priority will be given to Chamber members when reasonable or to the first registered vendor.

  • Final decisions are at the discretion of the Chamber.

Product Guidelines:

  • All items must be family-friendly. Any vendor displaying inappropriate, explicit, or offensive materials will be asked to leave immediately.

  • Political vendors are not allowed at this event.

  • No recreational drugs or alcohol are allowed in booth spaces or during sale hours.

  • Only goods and merchandise may be sold. No food or beverage vendors due to Waterama regulations. (If you're a food vendor, please contact us for appropriate event contacts.)

  • Local vendors preferred, but all are welcome to apply.

  • Space is limited—vendor acceptance is first-come, first-served.


Cancellations & Refund Policy

  • No refunds for cancellations made less than 30 days before the event.

  • This is a rain-or-shine event—please plan accordingly.


Vendor Responsibilities

  • Keep booth spaces clean and tidy throughout the event.

  • Clean your space completely before leaving on Sunday.

  • Follow all Chamber, City, and Waterama event guidelines.

  • The Chamber reserves the right to deny participation based on complaints, non-compliance, unpaid fees, or rule violations.

By registering, vendors agree to abide by all event rules and policies.


We’re excited to host another fantastic year of the Waterama Boardwalk Sales and look forward to seeing you there!

– Sarah Boll, Executive Director
Glenwood Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce
320-334-3095   chamber@glenwoodlakesarea.org

 

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7/24/2026
-7/26/2026
10:00am to 5:00pm


Glenwood Waterama Festival
Last Full Weekend in July
Julyl 23-26, 2026

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7/25/2026TBDWaterama


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Saturdays
8:30-11:30 AM
Located:  Barsness Park
South of the Pope County Museum
 

more info...
7/25/20268:30am to 11:30amKay Blauert


Glenwood Waterama Festival
Last Full Weekend in July
Julyl 23-26, 2026

more info...
7/26/2026TBDWaterama


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Located at Barsness Park - South Hwy 104  (South of the Pope County Museum)
 

more info...
7/28/20264:00pm to 6:00pmKay Blauert


Music in the Park
7:00-8;30 PM
Glenwood City Park

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7/30/20267:00pm to 8:30pmKay Blauert


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Saturdays
8:30-11:30 AM
Located:  Barsness Park
South of the Pope County Museum
 

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8/1/20268:30am to 11:30amKay Blauert


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Located at Barsness Park - South Hwy 104  (South of the Pope County Museum)
 

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8/4/20264:00pm to 6:00pmKay Blauert


Join the Newcomers for Coffee Hour on the First Wednesday of the month at the Glenwood Welcome Center from 9:00 to 10:00 AM. 

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8/5/20269:00am to 10:30amKay Blauert


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Saturdays
8:30-11:30 AM
Located:  Barsness Park
South of the Pope County Museum
 

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8/8/20268:30am to 11:30amKay Blauert


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Located at Barsness Park - South Hwy 104  (South of the Pope County Museum)
 

more info...
8/11/20264:00pm to 6:00pmKay Blauert


Monthly meeting for nonprofit leaders in and around Pope County. We gather to collaborate, brainstorm, share resources, and help strengthen each other's programs. 

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8/12/20263:00pm to 4:30pmSarah Boll


Movie In the Park
(Family Movie)
Glenwood City Park
8:45 p.m.
 

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8/13/20268:45pm to 10:30pmKay Blauert




Chamber Rise & Shine - Hosted by United Way Lakes and Prairie

Where: Glenwood Welcome Center 
            7 First Street NW 
            Glenwood, MN 56334


When: Friday, August 14 at 7:30 AM!

What: Rise & Shine is a fun, casual morning networking event hosted at Chamber member businesses on the second Friday of each month. Start your day with great connections, fresh coffee, light breakfast bites, and a chance to learn more about the amazing businesses that make our community thrive.

Who: It’s open to members and non-members, so bring a friend or colleague!

Event Schedule:
7:30 AM - Coffee, refreshments & networking
7:50 AM - Welcome + Chamber updates
7:55 AM - Host presentation from American Solutions for Business
8:10 AM - Attendee introductions (share who you are and what you do!)
8:25 AM - Business card drawing and Pot of Gold Drawing

✨ Must be present to win the Pot of Gold - all Chamber members are automatically entered! âœ¨

We look forward to seeing you there! 

more info...
8/14/20267:30am to 8:30amSarah Boll


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Saturdays
8:30-11:30 AM
Located:  Barsness Park
South of the Pope County Museum
 

more info...
8/15/20268:30am to 11:30amKay Blauert


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Located at Barsness Park - South Hwy 104  (South of the Pope County Museum)
 

more info...
8/18/20264:00pm to 6:00pmKay Blauert


Monthly Board Meeting for Glenwood Welcome Center & Glenwood Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center and Chamber Board Meeting

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8/19/202611:30am to 1:00pmKay Blauert of Sarah Boll


Join us for Central Square’s 4th Annual Music on the Lawn series as we celebrate the reopening of our renovated WPA-era building and courtyard. Spend summer evenings enjoying free live music, local art, and community at Central Square.
Our June 5 kickoff event will feature a special Open House & Gallery Reception in addition to the evening concert programming.

more info...
8/21/20265:00pm to 8:00pmCentral Square


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Saturdays
8:30-11:30 AM
Located:  Barsness Park
South of the Pope County Museum
 

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8/22/20268:30am to 11:30amKay Blauert


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Located at Barsness Park - South Hwy 104  (South of the Pope County Museum)
 

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8/25/20264:00pm to 6:00pmKay Blauert


Pope County Farmers Market, Glenwood
Saturdays
8:30-11:30 AM
Located:  Barsness Park
South of the Pope County Museum
 

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8/29/20268:30am to 11:30amKay Blauert


Join the Newcomers for Coffee Hour on the First Wednesday of the month at the Glenwood Welcome Center from 9:00 to 10:00 AM. 

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9/2/20269:00am to 10:30amKay Blauert


Pope County Farmers Market
8:30-11:30 a.m.
Barsness Park

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9/5/20268:30am to 11:30amKay Blauert


Monthly meeting for nonprofit leaders in and around Pope County. We gather to collaborate, brainstorm, share resources, and help strengthen each other's programs. 

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9/9/20263:00pm to 4:30pmSarah Boll




Chamber Rise & Shine - Hosted by United Way Lakes and Prairie

Where: Glenwood Welcome Center 
            7 First Street NW 
            Glenwood, MN 56334


When: Friday, August 14 at 7:30 AM!

What: Rise & Shine is a fun, casual morning networking event hosted at Chamber member businesses on the second Friday of each month. Start your day with great connections, fresh coffee, light breakfast bites, and a chance to learn more about the amazing businesses that make our community thrive.

Who: It’s open to members and non-members, so bring a friend or colleague!

Event Schedule:
7:30 AM - Coffee, refreshments & networking
7:50 AM - Welcome + Chamber updates
7:55 AM - Host presentation from American Solutions for Business
8:10 AM - Attendee introductions (share who you are and what you do!)
8:25 AM - Business card drawing and Pot of Gold Drawing

✨ Must be present to win the Pot of Gold - all Chamber members are automatically entered! âœ¨

We look forward to seeing you there! 

more info...
9/11/20267:30am to 8:30amSarah Boll


Pope County Farmers Market
8:30-11:30 a.m.
Barsness Park

more info...
9/12/20268:30am to 11:30amKay Blauert


Monthly Board Meeting for Glenwood Welcome Center & Glenwood Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center and Chamber Board Meeting

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9/16/202611:30am to 1:00pmKay Blauert of Sarah Boll


Pope County Farmers Market
8:30-11:30 a.m.
Barsness Park

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9/19/20268:30am to 11:30amKay Blauert


Pope County Farmers Market
8:30-11:30 a.m.
Barsness Park

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9/26/20268:30am to 11:30amKay Blauert


Join the Newcomers for Coffee Hour on the First Wednesday of the month at the Glenwood Welcome Center from 9:00 to 10:00 AM. 

more info...
10/7/20269:00am to 10:30amKay Blauert


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