Gander Rotary Club

04/15/2026

Such a great lunch meeting yesterday with special guest Bettina Ford - MHA Gander District joining us! She shared what she’s learned so far as a new MHA in the House of Assembly and her experience representing our district.

03/05/2026

We have had the honor of being able to host multiple fundraising events at the wonderful venue.

A huge congratulations to the International Lounge Foundation CYQX on this amazing achievement.

We’re proud to share that the International Lounge has officially received Heritage Designation from Heritage NL.

As noted in the announcement by our Board Chair, Stephanie Power, the Lounge’s
“historical and cultural relevance… and its contributions in art and design are substantive… to the heritage of Newfoundland and Labrador.”

Read the full media release here:
https://www.ichblog.ca/2026/03/gander-airport-international-lounge.html

Thank you to everyone who continues to support and celebrate this special space. ✈️

02/19/2026

How amazing do these brownie bites look? Baked especially for Gander’s Got Talent!

Just baked my weight in brownie bites for tomorrow’s Gander’s Got Talent show! It’s not too late to get your tickets, either! Get them on the Arts & Culture Centre website: https://artsandculturecentre.com/gander/Online/default.asp

Finish shovelling then come see a great show and eat some brownie bites! I mean, there’s other food, too. But BROWNIE BITES!

Ginger Snap Brookie
Chocolate Chip Brownie
Fudgeo Brookie
Snowball Brownie

02/18/2026

❄️🌨️ Snowy today… but tomorrow night is calling! 🌨️❄️

Yes b’ys, it’s a bit blustery out there today! Which just makes it even better that Gander’s Got Talent is happening TOMORROW night. We’ll be warmed up, ready to go, and set for a great night out celebrating local talent and community. 🙌

🎤✨ What can you expect on stage? A little bit of everything and all of it homegrown:
🎶 Crossroads
🎭 Avion Players
🎭 Beyond the Overpass (youth theatre)
🎤 G&T
🎶 Twos for the Road
📖 Brent Keough of Driftwood Creations (spoken word)
🌟 Annie Jr. by Lakewood Academy — featuring some incredible young performers

Add in amazing live and silent auction items (hello e-bike, getaways, local art, wine, and more 👀), delicious appetizers, and a room full of community spirit, and you’ve got the perfect excuse to get out of the house.

🕕 Doors open at 6:00 PM for appetizers & auction browsing
🎭 Show starts at 7:00 PM

🎟️ Still a few tickets left!
Grab yours here 👉 https://artsandculturecentre.com/gander/Online/default.asp

All funds raised support continued improvements at Cobb’s Pond, so every ticket makes a difference right here at home.

Snowstorm today, standing ovation tomorrow.

See you there, Gander! 💙🎉

02/17/2026

🎉 Sneak Peek: Live & Silent Auction Highlights! 🎉

We’ve got some seriously amazing items lined up for the auction at Gander’s Got Talent — whether you’re dreaming of a getaway, a cozy night in, or a one-of-a-kind local treasure, there’s something for everyone:

✨ A Blackburn TL e-bike — perfect for trails, town, and everything in between
🏌️ A golf membership to the Gander Golf Club
🏨 A stay at The Jag Hotel in St. John’s + a $100 gift card to enjoy during your stay
🍷 A basket of 15 bottles of wine
⚓ An unforgettable day on Bonavista Bay with fishing, food, and true Newfoundland hospitality
🎨 Original paintings by local artists Barb Brazil and Phil Pollett
🌊 A stay in Eastport (valued at $275/night) + a $250 dining voucher to SalvaJe
🏡 A stay at Humber House in Corner Brook
🔥 The ultimate cozy-night bundle: firepit, Foodland gift card (perfect for s’mores!), and two bottles of wine

🕕 Doors open at 6:00 PM for appetizers, mingling, and auction browsing
🎭 Curtain goes up at 7:00 PM

Come for the show, stay for the bidding, and support a great cause — all funds raised go toward continued improvements at Cobb’s Pond 💙

🎟️ Don’t have your tickets yet? Grab them here 👉

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02/16/2026

Forgot to buy something for your other half for Valentine’s Day? 😬
Deep in the doghouse? We’ve got the perfect save.
🎟️ Gander’s Got Talent is happening Thursday, February 19 at the Arts & Culture Centre.

Doors open at 6pm for the silent auction and appetizers, and the show kicks off at 7pm with a full night of local talent — music, theatre, poetry, and plenty of laughs.

Way better than last-minute chocolate… and a lot more fun. 😉
👉 Grab tickets here:

02/15/2026

🚲⚡ LIVE AUCTION SNEAK PEEK #1 ⚡🚲

We’re kicking off our live auction announcements with a big one 👀

Up for grabs at Gander’s Got Talent is this electric bike, generously donated by Adventure Sales & Service 🙌

Perfect for getting around town, running errands, or just enjoying the outdoors a little faster (and with a lot less effort 😄), this e-bike is an incredible item — and one you’ll definitely want to be in the room for.

📍 This item will be part of our LIVE auction, happening during the show

🕕 Doors open at 6pm for silent auction & appetizers
🎭 Curtain goes up at 7pm

All funds raised support continued improvements at Cobb’s Pond, so every bid helps give back to our community.

🎟️ Don’t miss your chance to bid — grab your tickets now:
👉 https://artsandculturecentre.com/gander/Online/default.asp

Huge thanks to Adventure Sales & Service for supporting this event and our community 💙

👉 Stay tuned — more live auction items will be announced soon…

02/15/2026

🎤✨ So… what kind of talent can you expect at Gander’s Got Talent? ✨🎤

Short answer: a bit of everything — and all of it local.

This year’s show is shaping up to be a true celebration of the incredible talent we have right here in our community, including:

🎶 Crossroads — bringing their signature sound and plenty of toe-tapping energy

🎭 Avion Players — showcasing the creativity and passion we all know them for

🎭 Beyond the Overpass — a youth theatre group highlighting the next generation of local performers

🎤 G&T — always guaranteed to bring the fun

🎶 Twos for the Road — a crowd-pleasing band you won’t want to miss

📖 Brent Keough of Driftwood Creations — sharing one of his powerful, thought-provoking poems

🌟 Annie Jr. — a special youth performance presented by Lakewood Academy, featuring some amazing young local talent

From music and theatre to spoken word and youth performances, this really is a night that shows off just how much talent Gander has to offer.

🕕 Doors open at 6pm for the silent auction and delicious appetizers
🎭 Curtain goes up at 7pm

All funds raised support continued improvements at Cobb’s Pond, so every ticket helps make a difference right here in our community.

🎟️ Haven’t got your tickets yet? What are you waiting for!

👉 https://artsandculturecentre.com/gander/Online/default.asp�

Come out, support local, and enjoy a night that’s truly made in Gander. 💙

02/14/2026

🍴✨ Great food, local treats, and a great cause!

We’re proud to be supporting local with the catering for Gander’s Got Talent 🎤

👉 Allison’s Catering will be serving up tasty appetizers and finger foods
👉 Newfoundland Accents & Gifts is bringing the fudge
👉 Sugar Haus is supplying the brownies and brookies

Perfect munchies to enjoy while you browse the silent auction items before the show begins.

Even better? All funds raised go directly toward the continued improvement of Cobb’s Pond, helping keep it a vibrant, accessible space for our whole community 💙

🕕 Doors open at 6:00 PM
🎭 Show starts at 7:00 PM

Haven’t got your ticket yet?
What are you waiting for? 😉

🎟️ Get your tickets here:

02/12/2026

Get your tickets at the Arts and Culture Centre website --> https://artsandculturecentre.com/gander/Online/default.asp

Proceeds raised will support continued development of Cobbs Pond!