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PLEASE NOTE: The Town of Gander has made every effort to ensure the above information is accurate. The Town of Gander, however, makes no representations or warranties as to the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein, and encourages users to contact the appropriate body prior to usage.

GREAT BIG SEA TICKET SALES

Tickets for the Great Big Sea concert being held August 2, 2008, at Cobb’s Pond Rotary Park can be purchased at the Gander Community Centre, with credit card by calling 651-5931, on the band’s website at www.greatbigsea.com. or at any Jungle Jim’s location. For more information, call 651-5927.

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HISTORIC PHOTOS OF GANDER

The 50th Anniversary Committee is seeking photographs of Gander’s History for a video presentation that will be shown throughout the Anniversary events in 2008. If you have any photographs, you can bring them to the Administration Office at the Gander Community Centre. The pictures will be scanned and returned to you the same day. For more information, contact Kelly Sceviour at 651-5936.

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TREE & PARK BENCH MEMORIAL PROGRAM

The Civic Enhancement Committee, in conjunction with the Town of Gander’s 50th Anniversary celebrations, has adopted a Memorial Park Bench and Tree Placement Program for public and business participation. The project will serve as a remembrance to the many people who helped make Gander the vibrant community it is today and, in addition, it will increase the number of trees within the town. If you are interested in purchasing a tree or park bench in memory of a family member or friend, please call Mr. Glenn Blandford at 256-4765 or Ms. Diane Lomond at 256-4959 for more information.

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50TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER TICKETS

The 50th Anniversary Dinner is being held at Hotel Gander on Thursday, May 22. Tickets cost $25.00 each and are on sale at the Gander Community Centre Administration Office or at the Town Hall. A limited number of tickets are available and will be sold on a first-come, first-serve basis. Dress is semi-formal and the dinner consists of a three course meal, video presentation and special guest speaker, Kevin Blackmore. For more information, call 651-5927.

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CELEBRATE CANADA DAY 2008

The Town of Gander would like to invite local groups to participate and organize an activity to celebrate Canada Day 2008. Canada’s 141st birthday will be celebrated on Tuesday, July 1st. Join in the fun and organize an event for your group or the public. Some seed funding is available for community events. For further information on Canada Day celebrations, please contact:

Town of Gander
Dept. of Parks, Recreation & Tourism
Tel: 709-651-5927
Fax: 709-256-4195
recreation@gandercanada.com

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GANDER COMMUNITY CENTRE ICE RENTALS

Any person or group wishing to rent the ice at the Gander Community Centre can call 651-5927/5930 for information on available times.

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