Mark's Photographs .com Chester Winter Carnivale Samba Dance Saturday - February 16, 2008 8 p.m. - 11 p.m. St. Joseph Parish Center, (across the street from) 48 Middlesex Avenue, Chester, CT Free parking The Samba Dance is the ultimate kick-off party for the Chester Winter Carnivale. Catch the thrill of Brazilian music, dancing, food, beverages, costumes, prizes and more! Tickets: $35 in advance; $45 at the door. Proceeds benefit BRAYCE (Brazilian and American Youth Cultural Exchange), a non-profit foundation based in Chester. Contact: Richard Calder Phone: 860-526-2374 or email: rcalder@brayce.org More info will be published soon at www.brayce.org Mailing Address: BRAYCE, 17 Baker Road, P.O. Box 100, Chester, CT 06412	cbdphotography.com Four on the Fourth The Chester 4 mile Road Race Chester Rotary Club Sponsor Friday - July 4, 2008 Hours: Start Time: 10:00am SHARP Location: Main Street, Chester Center, Chester, CT . Course: Through the hills of Chester Location: Chester Center at the Flag Pole Free parking is available at the Water Street and the Maple Street parking lots, both a short walk to the center. Description: Four on the Fourth The Chester 4 mile Road Race Chester Rotary Club Sponsor Competition prizes for participants and festivities for onlookers. Live Music. Registration: $20 pre-June 24th, $25 day of race. Contact: Chester Rotary Club For info and registration please visit our website: www.chesterrotary.org Phone: 860-526-2122 Email
cbdphotography.com Winter Carnivale Sunday - February 17, 2008 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Main Street, Chester Village Center, Chester, CT Free parking is available at the Water Street and Maple Street parking lots, both are a short walk to the center's activities. 17th Annual Winter Carnivale includes Public Outdoor Ice Carving Competition, Chili Cook-off, Tractor Parade, Gallery Openings, Receptions, Shop Events and more! See website for schedule of events. Arrive Early! Dress Warm... this is an OUTDOOR Event. Contact: Leif Nilsson (860) 526-2077 Winter Carnivale LLC, One Main Street, Chester, CT 06412	cbdphotography.com Cool Deals on Hot Nights Thursday evenings in August 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Main Street, Chester Center, Chester, CT Free parking is available at the Water Street and the Maple Street parking lots, both a short walk to the center. 3rd Annual Girl Nights in Chester. Dine, shop, browse and carouse! Delightful deals, special offers and extra attention in the shops and galleries. "Summer Coolers" and special meals in the restaurants. Contact: Jan Cummings (860) 526-3284 P O Box 570, Chester, CT 06412 http://www.visit-chester.com for more info
The SHAGG Film Festival Sunday March 16th, 2008 4:00PM - 6:30PM Chester Meeting House no advanced ticket sales, donations at the door Description: an afternoon of movies (maximum 8 minutes in length) produced by anyone: amateur/professional, child/adult, friend/stranger Visit: www.shaggfilmfest.com for entry information or Contact: mbeecherlmt@sbcglobal.net Sponsor: The Chester Rotary Club	Chester Agricultural and Mechanical Society Country Fair Fri to Sun - August 22, 23, 24, 2008 Fri. 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m., Sat. 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. and Sun. 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Location: The Chester Fair Grounds Description: Traditional New England Fair (860) 526-5947 Chester Agricultural and Mechanical Society P.O. Box 646 Chester, CT 06412 http://www.chesterfair.org/
Chester Historical Society Gala Fund Raiser: "Dance the Night Away" Saturday, April 26, 2008 7:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. St. Joseph's Hall, Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT Free parking is available onsite Dance to the music of the Dick Campo 16-piece orchestra. "Taste of Chester" Hors d'euorves and open bar. Dance demonstration by national award winners Barbara and Dick Malinsky of Madison, CT. Tickets: $100 per couple for members, $120 for non-members Contact: Donna Carlson (860) 526-2393 Chester Historical Society PO Box 204 Chester, CT 06412 info@chesterhistoricalsociety.org http://www.chesterhistoricalSociety.org	The Chester Rotary Club Lobster Festival Saturday - September 6, 2008 The Chester Fair Grounds Description: Fundraiser for the Rotary Club, Lobster dinner and Live band. Live Music till 10pm+ Serving time Time: 5 -7pm Contact: Steve Cline (860) 526-2122 For more info: please visit our website: www.chesterrotary.org
May Day Night Art Gallery and Shop Opening Receptions Friday - May 2, 2008 5:00 - 8:00 pm Main Street, Chester Center, Chester, CT Free parking is available at the Water Street and the Maple Street parking lots, both a short walk to the center. May Day Night Art Gallery and Shop Opening Receptions. Contact: Leif Nilsson (860) 526-2077 Chester Merchants PO Box 261 Chester, CT 06412	Come Home to Chester Days Fri/Sat - Sept 19 and 20, 2008 5:00 - 8:00 pm Main Street, Chester Center, Chester, CT. Free parking is available at the Water Street and the Maple Street parking lots, both a short walk to the center. Come Home to Chester Days Art Gallery and Shop Opening Receptions and Home Tours. Contact: Sosse Baker (860) 526-9822 Chester Merchants 76 Main Street Chester, CT 06412
cbdphotography.com Memorial Day Parade Monday - May 26, 2007 Cedar Lake Swimming and recreation opens. Parade Time: 9:00 am SHARP Chester Center and West Main Street Info: (860) 526-0013	cbdphotography.com Halloween Pumpkin Festival and Parade Friday - October 31, 2008 Pumpkin carving contest! 5:00 - 8:00 pm Main Street, Chester Center, Chester, CT. Free parking is available at the Water Street and the Maple Street parking lots, both a short walk to the center. Halloween Pumpkin Festival and Parade Pumpkin carving contest along with Costumed Art Gallery Openings Contact: chesterparade@yahoo.com for more info
cbdphotography.com Midsummer Nights Stroll Friday - June 20, 2008 5:00 - 8:00 pm Main Street, Chester Center, Chester, CT. Free parking is available at the Water Street and the Maple Street parking lots, both a short walk to the center. Midsummer Nights Stroll Art Gallery and Shop Opening Receptions and previews. Contact: Kathryne Wright (860) 526-1654 Chester Merchants P O Box 494 14 Main Street Chester, CT 06412	cbdphotography.com Holiday Night Town Christmas Tree Lighting and Caroling Friday - December 5, 2008 5:00 - 8:00 pm Main Street, Chester Village Center, Chester, CT Free parking is available at the Water Street and the Maple Street parking lots, both a short walk to the center. Town Christmas Tree lighting, Caroling, Art Gallery and Shop Opening Receptions and Previews. 17th annual. Contact: Town Hall (860) 526-0013 Town Hall / Tree lighting P O Box 218 Chester, CT 06412

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