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Kiwanis Club of Chatham-Kent

The Kiwanis Club of Chatham-Kent empowers youth through music and community service. We support young musicians via the Chatham Kiwanis Music Festival, fostering talent and volunteerism to enrich our community and inspire future generations.

A powerful musical based on the true story of how the residents of Gander NL welcomed 7,000 stranded passengers after 9/11, a heartwarming tale of kindness, unexpected friendships, and human connection during a global crisis.&nbsp; Lunch is at&nbsp;Delta Hotels London Armories, 325 Dundas St.&nbsp;&quot;Local Farm Fair&quot; buffet with Cottage Pie and Honey &amp; Herb Roasted Chicken, dessert and drink.&nbsp; Price is $185 per person which includes round-trip coach bus transportation, lunch, orchestra seating, parking, and all gratuities. Any proceeds benefit children&#39;s charities and programming in CK. Sales close April 7, 2026.&nbsp;&nbsp; We try to accommodate any accessibility or dietary needs. Contact us at bustrips2025@chathamkiwanis.com with any questions.

Come From Away - May 23 - The Grand Theatre, London

Join us in celebrating 80 years of community spirit at our special CKMF Anniversary Gala Concert. This special evening underscores our mission of supporting young musicians throughout Chatham-Kent and beyond.&nbsp; Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 About the evening:&nbsp; We invite you to be part of this memorable night, where Paige Kosik, vocalist, and Jim Prosser, piano, will fill the intimate space in Studio One with show tunes as well as stories about Paige&#39;s journey from Chatham Kiwanis Music Festival prizewinner to busy performer with Disney. Your presence at this special event will strengthen our mission to foster musical growth among our youth, and volunteerism in our community. Proceeds from this event will support Chatham Kiwanis Music Festival, a registered charity (BN 118850775RR0001).

CKMF 80th Anniversary Gala Concert with Paige Kosik, Vocalist

&quot;A Glorious Tradition&quot;. Music, laughter, and joy: a variety show that is sure to get you in the Christmas spirit. Lunch is at Actor&#39;s Studio. Four lunch selections will be available prior to the trip with the choice made on the day. Dessert and a non-alcoholic drink are included. &nbsp; Price is $160 per person which includes round-trip coach bus transportation, lunch, orchestra seating, parking, and all gratuities. Any proceeds benefit children&#39;s charities and programming in CK.&nbsp; Sales close November 5.&nbsp; We try to accommodate any accessibility or dietary needs. Email <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:bustrips2025@chathamkiwanis.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: initial; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">bustrips2025@chathamkiwanis.com</a> with any questions.

Starbright Christmas - December 6 - Petrolia Playhouse

<a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.grandtheatre.com/event/play-that-goes-wrong" id="isPasted" style="text-decoration-color: initial; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">The Play That Goes Wrong | The Grand Theatre</a> - November 1, 2025 This Olivier Award-winning comedy offers a hilarious glimpse into the absolute worst-case scenarios that can unfold in the world of theatre. Lunch is at Morrissey House London, 361 Dundas St. Choices will include meat lasagna, fish and chips, schnitzel, Pad Thai (gluten-free) or vegetarian pasta. Non-alcoholic drink and dessert. <span fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Roboto; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.25px; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;" id="isPasted" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Roboto; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.25px; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; float: none; display: inline !important; box-sizing: inherit;">The price of each trip includes round-trip coach bus transportation, lunch, orchestra seating, parking, and all gratuities. Any proceeds benefit children&#39;s charities and programming in CK. Ticket sales close September 17. We try our best to accommodate any accessibility or dietary needs.&nbsp; Please email bustrips2025@chathamkiwanis.com with any questions.

The Play That Goes Wrong - November 1 - The Grand Theatre London

BBQ at Staples

Summer heat got you down? Let the Kiwanis Club of Chatham-Kent&nbsp;cook for you. We will do the dishes too! Join us on August 21, 2025 from 5-7 for a hearty dinner consisting of penne marinara (with or without meat), garden salad or veggies, garlic bread, cake, and freezies. Tea, coffee, juice and water are also available. Dine in or take out. Prices are $20 for adults, $10 for children 2-10 years of age, and children under eat free. Proceeds will benefit The Dolly Parton&#39;s Imagination Library in Chatham-Kent. Dolly Parton&#39;s Imagination Library is a free book gifting program devoted to inspiring a love of reading in young children. In partnership with local community partners, enrolled children receive a monthly, high quality, age-appropriate book in the mail, free of charge. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

Kiwanis Pasta Dinner August 21 5-7 pm

Join us on October 24 from 5-7 for a hearty dinner consisting of penne marinara (with or without meat), garden salad or veggies, garlic bread, and cake plus tea, coffee, juice and water. Dine in or take out. Prices are $20 for adults, $10 for children 2-10 years of age, and children under eat free. Ticket sales close October 17. Proceeds will benefit The Dolly Parton&#39;s Imagination Library in Chatham-Kent.&nbsp; Dolly Parton&#39;s Imagination Library is a free book gifting program devoted to inspiring a love of reading in young children. Enrolled children receive a monthly, high quality, age-appropriate book in the mail, free of charge. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support goes a long way!

Kiwanis Club of Chatham-Kent

Kiwanis Club of Chatham-Kent

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