CHESTER -- The townspeople of Chester are looking forward to their 26th annual winter celebration, Chester Winter Carnivale, on Sunday, Feb. 19. That’s when the picturesque small town of Chester is filled with people cheering on ice carvers as they create beautiful sculptures from blocks of ice, while laughing at the antics of street performers and applauding a long parade of … [Read more...] about Celebrate Winter Today at Chester’s 26th Annual Winter Carnivale
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CT Port Authority Chair Tells Lower CT River Local Officials, “We’re All on One Team”
There was an overarching message both throughout the Connecticut Port Authority’s (CPA) meeting in Old Lyme’s Town Hall Thursday afternoon and during a subsequent boat ride on the MV 'Victoria' for members and local officials on the Connecticut River. It was, in the words of CPA Chairman Scott Bates, that, “We’re absolutely committed to river communities.” In addition, … [Read more...] about CT Port Authority Chair Tells Lower CT River Local Officials, “We’re All on One Team”
Lori Warner Gallery Hosts ‘ART-ISTRY’ Featuring Work of David Rau from Flo Gris: Opening Reception Tonight
ART-ISTRY, featuring new work by David D. J. Rau and Christopher B. Steiner, opens Saturday, Oct. 1, at the Lori Warner Gallery in Chester with a reception from 5 to 8 p.m. to which all are welcome. On view will be three-dimensional assemblage pieces by Rau, and limited edition prints and original photomontage works by Steiner. This exhibition will be a very special one … [Read more...] about Lori Warner Gallery Hosts ‘ART-ISTRY’ Featuring Work of David Rau from Flo Gris: Opening Reception Tonight
Chester Sunday Market Now Open for the Season
CHESTER - The Chester Sunday Market opened for the season on Sunday, June 12. It will now be open on all Sundays through the summer starting at 10 a.m. The vendors are all listed on the Market's website (http://chestersundaymarket.jimdo.com), with links to their websites. They are: Seven farms bringing produce – Chatfield Hollow Farm, Deep Hollow Farms, Dondero … [Read more...] about Chester Sunday Market Now Open for the Season
Take Chester Historical Society’s Creative Challenge with 1950s Manicure Sticks
The Chester Historical Society invites you to take its Sticks Challenge based on these “orange sticks” made by the Bishop and Watrous Novelty Works around 1950. More information at the Chester Gallery, 860-526-9822. Photo by Skip Hubbard AREAWIDE – The Chester Historical Society is inviting anyone who likes a challenge to participate in its sixth Creative Challenge linking … [Read more...] about Take Chester Historical Society’s Creative Challenge with 1950s Manicure Sticks
Celebrating a Year of ‘Pearls and Plaid’
Just a few weeks ago, on Nov. 12, local Haddam boutique “Pearls and Plaid” celebrated its first birthday. The store is located just a few shops down from the Goodspeed Opera House by the Haddam Bridge, making it a popular destination for tourists as well as regular townies. The tiny store is packed with clothing draped on walls and mirrors, spread on top of and underneath … [Read more...] about Celebrating a Year of ‘Pearls and Plaid’
Old Lyme Appraisal Experts Join Chester’s “Antiques Roadshow” This Morning
Old Lyme residents Norman and Linda Legassie and Jeffrey Cooley will be among the 11 appraisers at the Chester Historical Society’s 12th Antiques & Jewelry Appraisal on Saturday, Nov. 7, at St. Joseph’s Parish Center, 48 Middlesex Avenue (Rte. 154) in Chester, from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Over the years, people from all over the state have learned that Chester Historical … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Appraisal Experts Join Chester’s “Antiques Roadshow” This Morning
Lori Warner Gallery Hosts Ann Lightfoot Jewelry Summer Sale Today
In appreciation of their customers' loyal support and enthusiasm, Lori Warner and Ann Lightfoot have teamed up to host the Ann Lightfoot Jewelry Summer Studio Sale on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Find a curated mix of samples, one-offs, past seasons' pieces, as well as many designs offered exclusively at this … [Read more...] about Lori Warner Gallery Hosts Ann Lightfoot Jewelry Summer Sale Today
Chester Synagogue to Host Rare Discussion Today of Jewish Organizations Response to Palestinian BDS Movement
Since 2005, Palestinian organizations have increasingly called for worldwide support for a movement to boycott, divest from and sanction (BDS) Israel. Although this movement has gained some support in the United States, particularly on university campuses, it has also engendered sharp responses from American Jewish organizations – so sharp that they have consistently refused to … [Read more...] about Chester Synagogue to Host Rare Discussion Today of Jewish Organizations Response to Palestinian BDS Movement
See the Results of ‘The Chester Creative Challenge,’ April 11
David Rau's “Bull Market” for this year's Hooked Again! Creative Challenge to support the Chester Historical Society was inspired by two hooks, commissioned by the New York Stock Exchange in the 1970s and made in Chester by M.S. Brooks & Sons. CHESTER – This spring the Chester Historical Society is hosting its fifth annual Creative Challenge, dipping back into Chester's … [Read more...] about See the Results of ‘The Chester Creative Challenge,’ April 11
Nilsson Offers Five Day Painting Workshop in August
Acclaimed local artist Leif Nilsson is offering a five day painting workshop from Aug. 3 to 7, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily for $500 per student. This workshop will explore the lower Connecticut River Valley's landscape, its architecture and the light that reveals it through a combination of one shot “alla prima” paintings and by further developing other canvases over … [Read more...] about Nilsson Offers Five Day Painting Workshop in August
“House of Cards” Director to Speak at CBSRZ, Feb. 1
Connecticut fans of Netflix's addictive phenomenon ‘House of Cards,' can get a rare inside look into how this series on the struggle for power in Washington is made. Executive producer/director John David Coles will speak at Congregation Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek in Chester at 3 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 1, just weeks before the long-awaited Feb. 27 release of season 3. No tickets … [Read more...] about “House of Cards” Director to Speak at CBSRZ, Feb. 1
‘Sweet Honey in the Rock’ to Perform in Chester Today
Luring the Grammy Award nominated and internationally adored African-American singers, Sweet Honey in the Rock, to perform during the Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend was a dream of Miriam Gardner-Frum, longtime director of the Chester concert series, Music & More. The concert will be held on Sunday, Jan. 18, at 3 p.m. at Congregation Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek … [Read more...] about ‘Sweet Honey in the Rock’ to Perform in Chester Today
Old Lyme Residents to Assist Today in Appraisal Event at Chester Historical Society
Norman and Linda Legassie, longtime owners of Stepping Stones Antiques LLC in Old Saybrook and Old Lyme residents, are among the eleven professionals who will be appraising antiques and jewelry at the Chester Historical Society’s 11th appraisal event on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 8:30 a.m. to noon, in Chester. A professional sculptor, Norman’s knowledge of fine art brings a … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Residents to Assist Today in Appraisal Event at Chester Historical Society
Connecticut River Gateway Commission Donates $5,000 To “The Preserve” Fund
The Connecticut River Gateway Commission has contributed $5,000 to the Trust for Public Land Campaign to Preserve the 1,000 Acre Forest. The donation will help ensure that the parcel known as The Preserve in Old Saybrook, Westbrook, and Essex will be permanently protected as forestland and wildlife habitat. The Gateway Commission was established in 1973 to administer the … [Read more...] about Connecticut River Gateway Commission Donates $5,000 To “The Preserve” Fund