Aaron Manor Health Care Facility
A short-term, long-term, outpatient
rehabilitation and nursing facility
providing the highest quality health care
services for over 50 years. Now offering
wellness services and exercise classes to
our patients and the community
rydershealth.com
3 South Wig Hill Road 860-526-5316
Acorn Creek Internet Solutions
Web Site Hosting - Web Site Design - Internet Marketing Specializing in creating informative, functional, easy to navigate web sites that are conducive to desireable traffic volumes from search engines and other internet sources of visitors. Hours: By appointment - 7 days a week
31 Bogue Lane, (East Haddam, CT 06423) - (860) 873-3266
Action Potential Therapeutic Massage
Performance and relaxation massage with biomechanical analysis for athletes and anyone who uses their body.
Midge Beecher, MS, LMT 860-526-4821
Adult Vocational Programs, Inc.
Providing employment placement and training opportunities to disadvantaged people.
191-4 Middlesex Avenue - P.O. Box 435
(860) 526-5306
ALL ABOUT FOOD
Priscilla Martel and Charlie van Over, cookbook authors and chefs, offer creative consulting services to artisan bakeries, restaurants and specialty food manufacturers. Members of the Bread Baker's Guild and the IACP.
PO Box 449 allabout-food.com
49 Ferry Road 860-526-4154
All Star Web
Web Site Design Services
Chester, CT
Joseph's Photography, Inc.
A full-service portrait studio since 1982 specializing in on-location portraiture, serving New England and beyond.
Visit us at josephs.com
By appointment. 860-526-5019
Land Survey & Technical Services, Inc.
Boundary, Topographic, and Photogrammetric surveys...Deed research...Construction surveys.
86 Main Street (860) 526-4522 - Email
LAUREN AGNELLI: Producer, Journalist, Coordinator, Fundraiser "Capable, Creative, Committed" http://sites.google.com/site/agnelliprowriter/
Lauren Agnelli - Musician & Writer
http://sites.google.com/site/laurenagnelli/
Lauren S. Gister
General Practice of Law Divorce and Family Mediation
PO Box 249 3 Maple St (860) 526-2999 - Email
Lori Warner Print Studio and Gallery at 21 Main Street
A unique gallery featuring artwork by Lori Warner and select artists and designers in glass, ceramic sculpture, jewelry and more. Adult and youth workshops in Printmaking and Encaustic Painting coming soon. Open Studio atmosphere with events planned to engage the community and offer people an outlet for their own creativity. Make something! Wednesdays - Sundays, 11am - 5pm Additional hours by appointment, chance or special event. Please email us to be included on our email list and to be notified first for events. Or, see our website for additional info
860-322-4265 or 860-326-8081, lorwarn@mac.com
http://www.loriwarner.com
THE AL MALPA PHOTOGRAPHY GALLERY
Award winning photojournalist and landscape photographer. Available for special events, weddings and environmental portraiture. Framed images, large and small, of intimate landscapes and everyday life always on hand. Constantly pursuing the art of observation. Open by chance or appointment.
http://www.almalpa.com almalpa@mac.com
4 Spring St. Tel: 860 558-5499
AJ Shea Construction
Specializing in any Residential Construction. Any project, Large or Small!
Web Site
2 Main Street Essex, Connecticut 06426
860-767-6542
Ameri-Can Spirit Tours
Inbound and outbound-Motorcoach group; complete services including meals,
lodging, entertainment, theatre, etc.
27 Castle View Drive (860) 526-9935
Anna Shubik Sweeney
General Practice of Law: Estate Planning, Wills, Probate, Real Estate, Lemon Law Arbitration, Conservation Easements. Justice of the Peace.
5 Maple Street 860-526-2220 - E-mail
Archambault Insurance, Inc.
Serving Chester since 1907, we are a 4th generation insurance agency providing personal, business, yacht, health and life insurance.
Mon - Fri 8 - 5 archins.com
tdarchambault@snet.net
rearchambault@snet.net
2 North Main Street 860-526-9587
Arline Roberts Stanton Interiors
Specializing in fine paper goods, children's gifts and vintage collectibles.
Wed - Sat 11 - 5 Sun 12 - 5
53 Main Street 860-526-5925
Art Gallery at the Mill House
Explore your emotions ... featuring impressionistic to contemporary oil, watercolor and mixed media by local and New England artists. Eclectic architectural accents.
Monthly exhibits with artist receptions.
Hours are 12-6 daily for July and August, Nov and Dec
12-5 Wed-Sunday in September and October
www.ctriverartisans.com
5 West Main Street 860-526-5575
A Style Above
Our commitment is to offer education on the wellness of beauty and provide quality products and services.
Weekdays 9-5 - Thursday and Friday evenings until 8pm - Saturdays 9-3 - Closed Mondays
159 D Main Street (860) 526-2321 - Email
AUTOPILOT - Rock, Rythym and Blues - Jam Band. Chris Pardue, Wil Dallas, John Wiliams, Randy Allinson
www.autopilot-band.com
Bev's Studio,Inc.
Nationally known creator of U.S. Lighthouse images for the discriminating collector. Specializing in limited edition lithograph prints, she also makes bookmarks, mouse pads, lighthouse checks, puzzles and collectable statues. You are invited to visit my web site.
Blue Heron Chester
Hand-chosen gifts, beautifully packaged. All waiting for you to peruse online.
Stop by - we're always open.
blueheronchester.com
Brian House
Provides residential programs for developmentally-disabled adults.
Open Daily: 8am to 5pm
191-4 Middlesex Ave. (860) 526-5306
Brown-Eyed Girl
A salon and day spa serving the needs of both men & women with professionally trained staff in a pampering and relaxed atmosphere. Cutting edge product lines, the latest in hair & fashion accessories. Accommodating hours.
browneyedgirlsalon.com
29 Main Street 860-526-3035
Leif Nilsson Spring Street Studio & Gallery, LLC
Contemporary Impressionist landscape oil paintings & limited edition fine art prints of the Lower Connecticut River Valley, the artist's garden and Chester village and from his world travels. Open weekends 12 - 6. Other times by chance or appointment. Visit anytime at nilssonstudio.com
1 Spring Street 860-526-2077
LEISURE MARKETS INTL TRAVEL
"We've been to 81 countries from Anguilla to Wales! Where do YOU want to go? Personalized arrangements for the international traveler/cruiser. Since 1968...and still going strong! By appointment:
Suzie Balestracci, CTC http://www.leisure@cshore.com
27 Ferry Road 860-322-4084
email: leisure@cshore.com
Leonard Wyeth AIA
Wyeth Architects LLC
Business Hours: 8-6 M-F
Architecture and Planning
94 West Main Street 860-526-5111
FAX: 1-860-526-5849
jewelry designed & made by mandy carroll-leiva
chester, ct 267.408.2124
LIFESPACE DESIGN & GALLERY
An Architectural and Interior Design Studio specializing in residential and sustainable design. Our Gallery features pottery, handcrafted birdhouses and accessories for the home.
860-526-8867 Hours are by chance or appointment
Also visit us at www.lifespacearchitects.com
The Local Beet, A Green Grocery
offering natural whole foods, bulk grains, organic produce and eco-concious health, beauty and living supplies. Committed to fair trade and sustainability. Vintage grocery store combines artfully with a trend toward carbon concious consumption.
hours: Tues-Sun 9:30-5:30 T,W, Th until 6:30
Kim Kellogg kim@thelocalbeetshop.com
www.thelocalbeetshop.com
16 Main Street
860-526-5554
Long Cat Graphics
A graphic design firm developing identity packages and peripherals for corporate and small business clients, and illustrations for print and digital applications.
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
P.O. Box 116 4 Water Street
Email us 860-526-9037 FAX: 1-860-526-0821
Lupo
A taste of the Mediterranean.
Serving lunch Tues - Fri 11:30 - 2:00.
Dinner Tues - Sun from 5:00.
Reservations recommended.
www.luporestaurant.com
189 Middlesex Avenue 860-526-4400
Margo's Beauty Center
"City salon in the country." Personalized progressive hair design, with expertise in hair coloring. Extensive hair care center and boutique.
91 Middlesex Avenue (860) 526-5464
Mario S. Gioco, P.C.
Full-service accounting firm.
Flexible hours by appointment.
189 Middlesex Avenue (860) 526-1566
Mary Kay Cosmetics, Paulet Sjovall-Sales Director
I teach skin care to both men and women; glamour to women. I also teach and motivate other women and men consultants.
7 Bailey Road (860) 526-5355
Maple Tree Cabinetmakers, LLC
A custom cabinetry and furniture
studio specializing in kitchens and
built-ins. We design and build
custom projects of various sizes.
To learn more, please visit our
website: mapletreecabinets.com
Joshua Winkley 860-304-8408
McLaughlin Personnel
Established employment agency engaged in all areas of commerce for permanent and temporary positions.
6 Main Street (860) 526-9096
The Meeting House Players
1-860-526-4516
Performances are held at the Famous Chester Meeting House
Cabo Tequila Grill.
We serve Authentic mexican food.
Sun. 5 to 9, Closed Mondays, Tues, Wed, Thur 5 to 9:30 and Fri and Sat 5 to 10pm
4 Water Street 860-526-8277
Camp Hazen YMCA
Summer youth resident and day camps, teen leadership programs. Year-round outdoor education, team building and leadership development programs, retreats and conferences.
camphazenymca.org
office@camphazenymca.org
204 West Main Street 860-526-9529
Carolina Studios
Carolina Marquez-Sterling is an inspirational, imaginative painter.
Her use of distortion, hue and bold lines is not to be missed.
carolinaartstudio.com
16 Ridge Road 860-526-1669
Caryn B. Davis Photography
A fine art photography gallery & studio with works by photographer Caryn B. Davis. Studio and on-location photographic services available including architectural, product, editorial, marine, portrait, wedding and event photography. Also photography of 2D & 3D artwork for artists, galleries and portfolios.
cbdphotography.com
1 Spring Street, 2nd floor 860-526-5936
Castle Marina
A well protected marina on Chester Creek with secure winter storage available. In the summer you can enjoy your boat with family and friends, swim in the pool and relax in the gazebo.
castle-marina.com
castlemarina@juno.com
61 Railroad Avenue 860-526-2735
CENTURY 21 Heritage Company
With a high visibility location in the heart of Chester Village, this is the largest Century 21 office in the Lower Connecticut River Valley. Our professional realtors are available seven days a week.
C21Heritage.com 800-666-1925
One Main Street 860-526-1200
Ceramica
Renaissance-inspired Italian maiolica ceramics, handpainted by artisans in Tuscany and Umbria - particularly Deruta. An extraordinary collection of tableware, gifts and decorative accessories for the home. Gift Registries. Open daily.
ceramicadirect.com 860-526-9978
36 Main Street 800-270-0900
Chester Airport
Charter flights, Lower Valley scenic
passenger rides, Block Island shuttle
services, flight instruction, and pilot
supplies,
Summer 8 AM - 8 PM Off-season 9 - 5
Three miles from Chester Center
61 Winthrop Road 860-526-4321
Chesterfields
A 60-bed nursing facility with commitment to quality of life and quality health care.
Specializing in short and long-term rehab. and restorative care.
132 Main Street (860) 526-5363
The Chester Bottle Shop
We have one of the finest wine collections in Southeast Connecticut. Hundreds of imported and domestic beers. Expert event planning. Mon - Sat 9 - 8
191 Middlesex Avenue 860-526-5711
Chester Charter, Inc.
Located at the Chester Airport
Charter flights, flight instruction and Lower Valley scenic passenger rides 7 days per week.
Featuring Ray Ban sunglasses and other pilot supplies. Block Island Shuttle Services.
Summers: 8am-8pm. Off-season: 9am-5pm.
61 Winthrop Road (860) 526-4321
Chester Child Center, Inc.
A non-profit daycare/nursery school serving this area since 1973. Serving ages 3-8. Monday-Friday: 7:00am to 5:30pm - All year round.
25 West Main Street (860) 526-3337
http://www.chesterchildcenter.com
The Chester Concierge
A "turn down" service for your home.
Coming up for the weekend? Guests arriving?
Don't have time to get everything ready? I can help! Why wait for the cable guy? I'll wait for you.
A myriad of home services available.
Revalyn Klein Hickey 860-526-4980
The Chester Historical Society
Step into yesteryear at "The Mill," a 19th-century factory along Pattaconk Brook. Visitors are always welcome to attend lectures, workshops, exhibits and entertaining events. Visit our website for information and a schedule.
ChesterHistoricalSociety.org
9 West Main Street
Chester Gallery
Featuring Connecticut artists, quality custom framing by Jack Baker and contemporary baskets by Sosse Baker, in a Victorian Parlor setting since 1982. Gallery openings coordinated with Chester Nights. Tues - Sat 10 - 5
sossejack@aol.com 76 Main Street 860-526-9822
Chester Garden Club
VP: Marie Ready - Corresponding Secretary: Kaye Porter The Chester garden club has a membership of 40, and is a member of the National Council of State garden Clubs incorporated, North East Region of federated Garden Clubs, and Federated garden Club of CT Inc. District 3. Do a variety of continuing projects and activities including civic development and conservation, gardening with herbs, with a herb of the month presentation garden therapy and floriculture in and around Chester, Connecticut.
Meeting Location: United Church of Chester - 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:30pm
PO Box 415
President: Ruth Thayer - (860) 526-9034
Chester - Hadlyme Ferry
Established in 1769. Today the Selden III provides a convenient, direct link between Chester & Hadlyme at Rt 148. Operates April 1st - November 30th
Closed Thanksgiving Day
Mon - Fri 7 AM - 6:45 PM
Sat - Sun 10:30 AM - 5 PM
For further information: 860-443-3856
Mystic Sisters
Feather your nest with our eclectic
selections of vintage furnishings
and antiques. We also feature original
artwork and handmade jewelry.
Wed - Fri afternoons
Sat 10 - 5:30 and Sun 12 - 5:30
http://www.mysticsistersct.com
4 Water Street 860-526-8022
Middlesex Hospital Primary Care - Chester
Providing conventional and natural
Family Medicine with compassion and
expertise. We look forward to being
your family's personal medical home.
John Meisel, MD Rose Cole, APRN
150 Main Street 860-526-4945
MGC's Custom Made Wooden Jigsaw Puzzles and Fine Art - See web site
Mark G. Cappitella - Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle Manufacturer
1 Spring Street inside Nilsson Spring Street Studio - (Showcase)
Workshop: 31 Bogue Lane, East Haddam, CT
Toll Free: 1-888-604-7654 - (860)-873-3093
Maker of hand crafted wooden jigsaw puzzles for adult and children puzzle enthusiasts, using personal enlarged photographs, fine art prints, old antique maps and corporate logos and digital image files. Each puzzle is custom made to order for any holiday, special occasion or reason.
Moravela's Pizza Restaurant
New York style pizza. Come and try our delicious Philly cheese steaks, subs, pasta and salads.
Eat in - Pick up - Take out.
Summer: Mon - Sun 11AM - 10PM
Winter: Mon - Sun 11AM - 9PM
139 Middlesex Avenue 860-526-3633
Nathan L. Jacobson & Associates, Inc.
Civil & environmental consulting engineers - roads, bridges, water supply & resources, site planning, survey & municipal engineering.
nlja.com 86 Main Street 860-526-9591
Nevins4Design
Vision. Confguration. Dialogue. New interpretations for existing structures.
Design for living well.
22 Denlar Drive
Joe Nevins SoHo 212.343.1166 x27
Chester 860-526-2365
New Alliance Bank
A complete line of services including night depository and safe deposit boxes. Lobby: Mon - Thur 9 - 3, Fri 9 - 6, Sat 9 - 12 Drive up: Mon - Fri 9 - 6, Sat 9 - 12 ATM always open.
Heidi Samuelson, Branch Manager
newalliancebank.com
9 Water Street 860-526-4381
Nilsson Spring Street Studio & Gallery, LLC
See web site
Artists' studio and gallery. Fine contemporary Impressionistic works in oil and pastel.
1 & 3 Spring Street (860) 526-2077
One of A Kind Antiques LLC.
Fine and diverse collection of 17th, 18th, 19th and early 20th century American and European Antiques, furniture, paintings, through 20th century designs, Estate silver, estate jewelry, Modernism, Arts and Crafts and Appraisals. Since 1975
Hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 11am to 5pm - Website
The Pattaconk 1850 Bar & Grill
A popular local meeting place for food and spirits. Open daily, serving lunch and dinner 11:30 - 9:45. Bar open until 12:45 AM Mon - Thurs, 1:45AM Fri - Sat. Largest draft and bottle beer selection in the River Valley.
pattaconk@sbcglobal.net
33 Main Street 860-526-8143
Peekabooquet n. Cupcake
There's a new kid in town...Peekabooquet n. cupcake, the home of the original baby clothing bouquet has expanded. A unique boutique for babies and kids offers clothing and many other products made in the USA. Our faux bakery cupcakes and pastries; baby lotions and soaps are made of all natural products. You'll love our stuff. Visit us at 4 Water St or at www.peekabooquet.com 860 526-2225
Peggy Price Illustrations
Peggy Price Illustrations, illustrations and paintings depicting the natural world around us, in black & white or color, traditional and digital media. Children portraits also.
By appointment. (860) 526-1500
Petanque Plein Air Chester
Learn the basics and secrets of the popular French pastime, Petanque, from French national Claude Martin. Private and group lessons. Arrange a Petanque party for your next special occasion. By appointment.
16 North Main Street 860-526-9139
Peter H. Charbonnier, Esq., LLC
Serving the community in the following areas of law: Real Estate Refinance, Purchase and Sale; Small Business Purchase, Formation, Consulting and LLCs; Wills, Estate Planning and Probate Administration.
PHCAtty@aol.com
97 Main Street 860-526-1780
Pondside Kitchens
Pondside Kitchens
"Concept to reality" for your kitchen
and bath cabinetry needs. Offering a
wide selection of cabinet hardware and
all types of countertop materials. Prices
are competitive, installation is available.
Stephen & Karen Bradley
PondsideKitchens.com
20 Water Street 860-526-9567
Quinn-Munson Studio
The workplace and gallery of Deborah Quinn-Munson, best known for her oil, watercolor and pastel paintings of water and shoreline scenes.
Open by appointment.
quinnmunson.com
deb@quinnmunson.com
rachelryansfitness
This unique, semi-private gym offers memberships as well as personal training, group exercise, and nutritional coaching for all ages. As a former teacher and trainer with over 15 years experience, Rachel Ryan, MA, know how to make getting fit fun! Members hours: 5:00 am - 11:00 with FOB Key. Contact us for an appointment to see the gym
rachelryansfintess@gmail.com
15 North Main St. Chester
rachelryansfitness.com
860-227-0348
RadSport Outfitter's, LLC
We miss you!
Check radsportoutfitters.com to see what we're all about.
Chester Land Trust
The Carini Preserve Botanical Walk is a community education project, as is the Nature Trail at the elementary school. Visit chesterct.com/landtrust.htm for further information on our mission and programs.
loisnadel@sbcglobal.net
PO Box 82 860-526-5745
Chester Point Marina
A full service marina with transient slips and winter storage. Swimming pool and picnic areas. Johnson, Mercruiser, OMC and Volvo sales and service.
72 Railroad Avenue 860-526-1661
Chester Meeting House
This cherished landmark building, built in 1795 and restored in 1972, is home to town meetings and events, including the Robbie Collomore Concert Series and the Meeting House Players. Permission for private use may be obtained by contacting the Selectman's office.
4 Liberty Street Info: 860-526-0013
Chester Museum at The Mill
Discover how the Chester community
lived and prospered by utilizing natural
resources, evolving technologies, and
ingenuity. Our renovated 19th-century
factory has permanent and changing
exhibits. Open weekends spring to fall.
http://www.ChesterHistoricalSociety.org
9 West Main Street 860-526-5781
The Chester Package Store
Fine wines, spirits and beers of the world.
Tastings, personalized service and special orders.
Let us help with your next occasion.
Mon - Sat 9 - 8
1 North Main 860-526-5305
Chester Public Library
Mon 10 - 12 & 2 - 8 Tues 2 - 6
Wed 10 - 12 & 2 - 6 Thur 2 - 8
Fri 10 - 12 & 2 - 6 Sat 10 - 2
Linda T. Fox, Librarian
chesterct.org/library.htm
21 West Main Street 860-526-0018
Chester Roofing & Siding, LLC
Chester Roofing & Siding can take care of all of your roofing and/or siding needs: wood, asphalt, new construction, additions, re-roofing, and repairs--even chimney reparis! All work is provided in a courteous, workmanlike manner, to your plans and specifications.
Free estimates. CT Lic.#565396.
45 Straits Road (860) 526-8274
Chester Town Office Building and Government
Chester Town Hall and Government
Mon - Thurs 9-noon, 1-4, Tues 9-noon, 1-7 pm, Fri 9 - noon. Closed legal holidays.
203 Middlesex Avenue, P.O. Box 218
860-526-0013
Chester Veterinary Clinic PC
Complete veterinary medical and surgical services.
Mon, Thur 8:15 - 11:30AM & 3 - 7PM Tues, Wed, Fri 8AM - 5PM Sat 8AM - Noon
264 Middlesex Avenue 860-526-5313
Chester Village West
A retirement community known for its charm, friendly residents and staff. The large apartments and houses offer an independent lifestyle with activities, fine dining and in-home health care if needed. Owned by Life Care Services, Inc. chestervillagewest.com
317 West Main Street 860-526-6800
Chrisholm Marina
A full-service marina in a park-like setting with the personnel & facilities for all boating needs, summer and winter. Wooden boats are welcome.
Summer: 7 days a week 8 - 5
Winter: Mon - Fri 9 - 3
Weekends by appointment.
226 Middlesex Avenue 860-526-5147
Claudia Post Studio
Claudia Post Fine Art Paintings and Portraiture
Award winning Portrait painter and Master Pastellist. Commisssions accepted in Oil or pastel. Portraits, Still life, Plein Air, Genre and Figure paintings.
email:claudiapost1@hotmail.com
website: www.claudiapost.com or www.fineartstudioonline.com/claudiapost
Home Studio by appointment. 860 526 2285
The Colt House Gallery & Antiques
Featuring box constructions, wall
reliefs, and digital imagery archival
prints by Chester artist Bill Vollers.
Also a collection of antique toys, folk
art, primitives and other collectables.
By appointment or chance.
vollersdesign@me.com
43 Main Street 860-526-9375
Coldwell-Banker
Residential Brokerage
There's no place like home. Finding
the right home for you since 1983.
Jackie Caron 860-526-7000
http://www.jackiecaron.com
jackie.caron@cbmoves.com
CL Pfeiffer Studio
Metals sculptor Connie Pfeiffer has worked from her Chester studio more than eight years.
Visit the artist in her new East Haddam Studio. Showcasing exceptional contemporary work by invited artist friends. Hours change seasonally. clpfeifferstudio@aol.com
Congregation Beth Shalom
Rodfe Zedek
Rabbi: Cory Weiss
55 E. Kings Highway, Chester
860-526-8920
Connecticut River Artisans Cooperative
Experience the unusual at our fine art and craft cooperative. Shop for beautiful handcrafts and meet the artists. Special exhibits, monthly receptions. Holiday sale. Wed - Sun 11 - 6
Open everyday July, Aug, Nov, Dec. http://www.ctriverartisans.com
5 West Main Street 860-526-5575
Contemplative Landscapes
Nationally recognized garden designer, speaker and horticulturist. Consultations and garden planning.
57 Cedar Lake Rd 860-526-1558
Creative Dance at the Chester Community Center
Classes are offered at the Chester Community Center on Tuesday nights starting this Fall. There are three levels, grades 3-4, grades 5-6,and a teen-adult class;
call Linalynn Schmelzer to Registar 526-5592.
The Creative Wellness Center of Chester
We offer a variety of specialty services that are individually tailored to each client including massage, yoga, personal fitness training, nutrition counseling, and weight management. The Creative Fitness Center houses a full service gym open to its members 7 days a week. http://www.creativewellnesschester.com
15 North Main Street 860-526-WELL.
Rarities
Colorful distinctive fashions for all occasions by Designer Cynde Iverson. Custom tailoring and color selection are available. Wednesday - Saturday 10:30 - 5, Sunday 12-4 or by appointment.
http://www.raritiesfashion.com
14 Main Street 526. 2100
Rayna's School of Dance
Offering beginner, intermediate and
advanced classes in Ballet, Tap, Jazz,
Hip Hop, and Zumba for children and
adults in a friendly environment.
Rayna Bonnano
RaynasSchoolofDance.com
22 Denlar Drive 860-922-3298
L & E Restaurant / French 75 Bar
Restaurant L&E serves a contemporary French inspired tasting menu in the intimate dining room and outside in the European style courtyard. It offers a mix of French sensibility and American ingredients with a menu that changes frequently using seasonal and locally produced ingredients. The New York Times says; "excellent" eel, nicely cooked scallops, exquisitely creamy sweetbreads, perfectly tender lamb. "If the raucous dining room on that jam-packed Saturday night was any indication, the Reids have come up with a strategy that works." --
Isn't it time you tried Restaurant L&E?
French 75 bar menu available. Visit online at restaurantfrench75bar.com
59 Main Street 860-526-5301
Richard G. Price, Co. Constuction and Restoration
General carpentry contracting. Historic restoration / Renovations, cabinetry and architectural millwork.
108 Main Street (860) 526-9726 - Email
Richard Sachs
For over 30 years, Richard Sachs has been making bespoke bicycles by hand. We miss you!
richardsachs.com
Riveira Electric
Serving all your electrical needs from the valley to the shoreline.
Peter Riveira 112 Middlesex Avenue 860-391-3566
RiverDogGeneralStore.com....your online source for local CT businesses of goods and services
River Tavern
A casual and stylish restaurant with a daily changing menu, handmade cocktails and a great wine list. "The food is excellent. The decor is sleek, even stunning." The Hartford Courant
rivertavern@snet.net 23 Main Street 860-526-9417
River Valley Acupuncture and Chiropractic
Dr. Cynthia Frantz
The integration of chiropractic examination and treatment with Oriental Medicine techniques allowing for the effective treatment of a broad spectrum of health conditions. Specializing in the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries and sports injuries. Treatment modalities include chiropractic manipulation, adjunctive therapies, exercise therapy, acupuncture, moxibustion and gua sha.
4 Water Street 860-526-9339
R. J. Vickers Herbery
We invite you to visit our gardens and browse among our extensive line of teas, herbs, topiaries, candles, bath and body products, home decor and gifts for all. An all season shop. Wed - Sun 10 - 5
rjvickersherbery.com
26 Water Street 860-526-4061
Robbie Collomore Music Series
Internationally known musicians
present Classical, Jazz, Folk, Bluegrass,
and World Music concerts at the
beautiful and intimate Chester Meeting
House, Sunday afternoons, Fall and
Spring. For concert schedule and ticket
information: CollomoreConcerts.org
or phone: 860-526-5745
Robert P. Klomp, Attorney and Counselor at Law
Law office for probate, real estate, business matters and wills. Court matters in all courts in our Old Lyme office. Monday-Friday.
32A Goose Hill Road (860) 526-3220
Rotary International - Chester
Meetings: Wednesday evenings at 6:30pm.
Rudolph Netsch Construction Co., Inc.
Family-owned and operated construction company. Over 40 years experience, specializing in commercial, industrial and design building and construction.
Hours 8-5:30.
77 Spring Street (860) 526-9246/526-3379
Brushmill by the Waterfall
On the waterfall at the historic Rogers & Champion Brushworks, with covered bridge, chestnut beams and fireplace and outdoor dining terraces. Come and enjoy
Classic-American cuisine with a twist.
Live music on weekends.
http://www.thebrushmill.com
129 West Main Street 860-526-9898
Sage Auction Gallery
Vintage Furniture Shop
Wed - Sat 11 - 4
Photo: Early 19th Century Inlaid Game Table with Rosewood, Satinwood and Zebrawood Inlays
Paul Sage, Auctioneer
221 Middlesex Avenue 860-526-3036
sayWHAT?
Chester's own for classic rock, blues,
and rootsy, eclectic, original songs
performed by Ian Meadows,
Dustin Meadows, Ryan Newman,
and Justus Doane.
860-526 9668
http://www.myspace.com/saywhatchester
Scandinavian Photography
Known throughout New England for his wedding photo-journalism, Erik K. Johnson creates sensitive on-location and studio portrait studies of children and families. Gallery hours by chance or appointment.
theartofseeing.com
info@theartofseeing.com
11 Main Street 860-526-4809
School System Elementary School in Chester
Regional School District No. 4
Junior & Senior High School
Post Office 100 Main Street
Zip code 06412
County Middlesex
C&G Unparalleled Apparel
A signature collection of clothing and
accessories for women and men. Easy,
comfortable, seasonal and timeless.
Come find what you didn’t even know
you were looking for!
Wed - Sun 12 - 5 cgchester.com
3 North Main, 1st floor 860-526-3284
C&G Posters & Prints
A collection of posters representing
40 years of award-winning graphics by
Cummings & Good. Original fine art,
limited edition prints and the design
studio's annual "time capsule" calendar.
Wed - Sun 12 - 5 cgchester.com
3 North Main, 2nd floor 860-526-9597
C&G Photo Anew
Restoration and transformation of
old (and new) photographs. Scanning,
color and value adjusting, retouching,
sizing and archival printing.
Wed - Fri 12 - 5 cgchester.com
3 North Main, 2nd floor 860-526-9597
Dr. Cynthia Frantz, River Valley Acupuncture & Chiropractic
Integration of chiropractic examination and treatment with Oriental Medicine techniques. Specializing in musculoskeletal and sports injuries.
4 Water Street 860-526-9339
Danemark Photography
A collection of fine art nature, landscape and travel photographs by Dana Warnquist. Please visit my online gallery at: http://DanemarkPhotography.com
5 Pattaconk Drive - By appointment. Email: danemarkllc@comcast.net
860.334.7845
deja Gallery & Studio
Moving seas, marshy swamps,
delectable fruits & vegetables and landscapes local and abroad. Featuring impressionistic and other original oils by Jacqueline V. Barry.
Sat & Sun 2 - 6. Other hours by chance or appointment.
dejagallery.com
5 Maple Street 860-526-9849
Desnoyers Building & Remodeling
Quality craftsmanship in all facets of
building and remodeling. Residential
and commercial. References available
upon request. Licensed and Insured.
Certified Green Builder.
Michael Desnoyers
59 Cedar Lake Road 860-526-5521
Dina Varano
A spirited gallery featuring jewelry designed
and handcrafted by owner Dina Varano, accompanied by a collection of innovative gifts designed by fellow artists. Visit and be inspired!
Tues - Sat 10 - 5:30 Sun 12 - 5
dinavarano.com
27 Main Street 860-526-8866
Jody Dole Studio
Photography production and electronic imaging for product, advertising, editorial, museum and corporate design. Still life, lifestyle, location, marine, aviation and 19th century collodion wet plate specialty. Stock images, private workshops, fine art archival prints.
.jodydole.com 860-526-8602
Quinn-Munson Studio
Fine Art paintings: oil, pastel, watercolor. Hours by appointment.
Dr. Kim S. Senay, D.D.S.
Hours: By appointment.
Friendly Dental Services - Flexible Hours - Family Oriented
9 Spring Street (860) 526-3455 - Email
Seferlis Woodworking
Specializing in custom cabinetry and wood products.
33 Cross Road 860-526-5175
Shoreline Clinic - 24 Hour Emergency Care
260 Westbrook Road
Essex, Connecticut (8 miles from Chester)
860-767-0107
Shunyata Healing Center, LLC
"A Place Where the Mind, Body & Spirit Become One"
Whether you have an achy body or an issue you want to release, you can achieve your goals! Relax, renew and revitalize yourself with the following services: Therapeutic, Deep Tissue and Pregnancy Massage, Reflexology, Cranial Sacral Therapy, Cupping, Hot Stones, Wraps, Facials, Reiki, Hypnosis, Meditation and Classes. Specializing in injury and surgical recovery.
By Appointment Only Tues - Sat
7A Maple St.
860.526.1111
healatshunyata.com
Barbara@HealAtShunyata.com
The Side Doors
Smooth Rock & Natural Roll,
acoustic and electronic instrumentation and a creative mix of eclectic & classic songs.
Simon's Marketplace
A gourmet general store with a diverse selection of gifts, as well as specialty foods, fine cheeses, sandwiches, crepes, soups, salads, ice cream, desserts and organic coffees and teas. Daily specials. Eat in or take out. We also cater and have prepared food to go.
Open daily.
17 Main Street 860-526-8984
Smart Graphics
A full service integrated graphic communications studio recognized for its award-winning marketing concepts and innovative designs for identity, packaging illustration, print and web applications.
Photo courtesy of Erik K. Johnson, Scandinavian Gallery
email: info@smart-graphics.com
website: smart-graphics.com
10 Pleasant Street 1-860-526-9721
FAX: 1-860-526-2270
spark
Home of Music Together of the River Valley.
Early Childhood Music and Movement Studio.
Discover the joy of family music. Playful, jazzy, informative, informal classes for young children and their grown-ups. Newborn - 5.
musictogetherCT.com
22 Denlar Drive 860-526-2490
Spiritus Mundi Antiques
Quality country antiques, furniture and accessories, paintings, prints, vintage stringed instruments, blue decorated stoneware and other Americana items.
Weekends 10 - 5, and by chance or appointment.
Marta Daniels, Proprietor
122 Middlesex Avenue 860-526-3406
E-mail
Stark Agency, Inc.
The best choice for all your personal & commercial insurance needs. Friendly small-town service combined with the strength of 28 companies to tailor to your specific insurance program.
Mon - Fri 8 - 5:30 Lisa@StarkInsurance.com
91 Main Street 860-526-9578
St. Joseph's
Roman Catholic Church
48 Middlesex Ave (860) 526-5495
The Sudbury School
Providing an educational environment
where children are extended the
freedoms and challenges of living in a
democratic community with trust and
respect to direct their own learning.
http://www.rivervalleysudburyschool.org
860-526-2817
Anna Shubik Sweeney, Attorney at Law
General Practice of Law: Estate Planning, Wills, Probate, Administration,
Conservatorships, Real Estate, Business Formation, Justice of the Peace.
attorneysweeney@gmail.com 20 Maple Street 860-526-2220
Thomas A. Norton, AIA
Classic architecture for today's living.
93 Benefit Street, Providence, RI 02904
(401)274-2046
eo art lab
An art gallery featuring mostly abstract work that
explores the curious realm between art and science. Both established and emerging artists from across the nation are featured. The ever-changing exhibitions present works of deep passion, keen intellect, and rare talent. Experience the energy and reward yourself or someone else with the everlasting joy of art.
Tues - Sat 10am - 9pm, Sun 12 - 9pm
eoartlab.com
69-1 Main Street, 860.526.4833
Errol Horner Architect
Sensitive design that reflects the client's specific needs.
ehornerarchitect.com
25 Maple Street 860-526-1137
Essex Commercial Construction
2 Main Street
Essex, Conencticut 06426
1-860-767-6542
Specializing in any commercial construction project, Large or Small!
Web Site
Exit 6
Danceable arrangements of soul, rock
and jazz standards with deep grooves,
soaring vocals and dueling guitars.
Brian Wilkens, Jeremy Ziemann,
Jason Baker, Mark Zanardi, Justin Good,
and Joell Jacob. Chris Gosman and
Hans Lohse accompany on occasion.
617-733-9270 http://www.exit6ct.com
EXXON Mobil Mart
The place to find whatever you need from early morning until late at night.
Deli sandwiches, milk and ice cream, soda, paper goods and other staples, newspapers, ice and an ATM.
Summer: Daily 5:30AM - 11PM
Winter: Daily 5:30AM - 10PM
201 Middlesex Avenue 860-526-3054
Frock
Handmade clothing—designed and
made right here, by Trish Ginter and
Laura Williams.
Wed - Sat 12 - 5 Also by chance.
11 Main Street frockshoppe.com
Flight Way Farm
Riding lessons on kind, safe horses help build self-esteem and confidence. 40 years of teaching experience. Terry Schreiber
40 Winthrop Road 860-526-9683
Francine Cornaglia, Certified Public Accountant
Tax and financial planning services for individuals and businesses.
11 Goose Hill Road 860-526-3247
Thomas Dunk House Gallery
Another NoMaChe craftsman, Claude Martin, conserves, cleans and restores oil paintings with classic tools and 21st century technology.
claudemartin@sbcglobal.net
16 North Main Street 860-526-3973
Thomas M. Kablik P.C., Attorney
A caring, experienced "personal attorney" to assist you to amass your estate, manage it and preserve it for your family.
(860) 526-1181 - Email
TLB Architecture, LLC
Since 1989, a full-service firm providing consultation, planning, architecture and interior design services for universities, municipalities and not-for-profit organizations throughout Connecticut and New England. Tim Brewer tlbarchitecture.com
92 West Main Street 860-526-9448
Tri-Town Plastics Inc.
Custom injection molding for automotive, medical, aerospace, communications, defense and general industrial applications. We also offer plastic molding, insert molding and ultrasonic welding.
12 Bridge Street, Deep River, CT 06417
Tel: (860) 526-3200 Fax: (860) 526-4848
United Church of Chester
"No matter who you are or where you are on life's journey, you are welcome here at the United Church of Chester," a member of the United Church of Christ.
29 West Main Street 860-526-2697
www.chesterucc.org
The Villager
The place to be during Chester's early morning hours.
Breakfast and lunch, pastry, sandwiches, homemade soups and daily specials.
Phone in and take out orders.
Mon - Fri 5:30 - 2 Sat - Sun 5:30 - 11
13 Main Street 860-526-9981
Vollers Design
Hours: 8am-5pm
Vollers Design provides graphic design, art direction, and production for clients needing advertising, sales promotion, direct mail, and corporate identity programs.
4 Water Street - PO Box 622
(860) 526-9375 - FAX: 1-860-526-1457 - Email
Wellness with Food
Nutritional and Life Counseling with Emrys Tetu,
certified holistic health counselor. Individualized care and whole life balancing to address your health concerns and predispositions.
By appointment.
wellnesswithfood.com
87 Main Street 860-538-2242
** OPEN till 11PM!
Mini-Mart - Milk, Eggs, Conveniences, Lottery
Hours: daily 7am-11pm.
Rt. 154, Haddam, CT (2 miles North of Chester)
Glendale Manor
Personalized Assisted Living and Residential Care in a beautiful home environment.
24 hours a day, a highly qualified staff provides residents assistance in their daily routines
such as bathing, dressing, grooming and taking medication.
268 Middlesex Avenue - or - P.O. Box 104
(860) 526-2419 - Email
Goodspeed Musicals - The Norma Terris Theatre
Goodspeed's second stage. Many of the best musicals being written today get their start here
before going on to New York and across the country. Theatre runs May, August & November.
goodspeed.org
33 North Main Street 860-873-8668
Guest House Retreat
and Conference Center
A not-for-profit educational retreat and
conference center offering a wide range
of programs. We also host organizations
and teachers who wish to present their
own retreats, conferences, or programs.
GuestHouseCenter.org
318 West Main Street 860-322-5770
The Hammered Edge Studio & Gallery
Hand-wrought jewelry by artist/owner Kathryne Wright. An exotic collection of new, vintage and antique jewelry, beads, buttons, textiles, world music & international artifacts. Custom design, jewelry repair & classes.
hammerededge.com 14 Main Street 860-526-1654
Hays Haven Marina
A family owned and operated marina, with gas dock (89, 93 Octane and Diesel fuel), bathroom facilities, ship store, picnic area, launch ramp, transient slips and winter storage.
59 Railroad Avenue 860-526-9366
Hitchery Books, LLC
Offering a well chosen selection of new and used books, both fiction and nonfiction, as well as greeting cards and local artwork. Open Wed. thru Fri. from 11am to 6pm, Sat. 10am to 5:30pm, and Sun. 9am to 4pm. Visit us at http://www.hitcherybooks.com.
4 Water Street 860-526-8722
Hale Hill Biofuels
Rethink... ReFuel Providing locally
produced sustainable biodiesel blends
for home heating, and on/off road
diesel. We've reduced CO2 emissions
over 2,550 tons to date!
halehillbiofuels.com
For fuel delivery: 1-888-425-3445
18 Main Street 860-526-8836
It's Theatretime!
Birthday Parties, Preschools, Libraries. Story telling through role playing singing and music.
For more info:
(860) 526-5804
rpotter07@snet.net
Jack & Jill Cooperative Nursery School
A non-profit cooperative nursery school since 1968. Ages 3 - 5 welcome.
AM classes 8:30 - 11:30, Tuesday and Thursday
PM classes 12:00 - 3:00, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
www.jackandjillct.com
25 West Main Street (860)526-5774
J. Brian Buckley / Design
Residential Design & Space Planning
jb.designer@comcast.net
http://www.jbrianbuckleydesign.wikispaces.com
59 Wig Hill Road (860) 526-5227
Jill Butler... art & design
Jill's watercolor illustrations, collages and tabletop products are on display and available for purchase. The Studio Gallery, located above the Wheatmarket, is open to the public. Visitors welcome, groups by appointment.
jillbutler.com
4 Water Street 860-526-5155
John R. Schroeder, AIA
A professional design firm specializing in architecture, interiors, and planning with over 20 years experience encompassing projects of all sizes and levels of complexity. Our design solutions are highly functional and our aesthetic approach is open, flexible, and contextually responsive. Enjoy an engaging process with a gratifying result.
69-2 Main Street jrsaia.com 860-526-5838
WestMain Street Services, Inc. (Gulf)
Complete auto service garage, foreign and domestic. Road Service.
Hours: daily 7am-6pm.
100 West Main Street (860) 526-4004
West Main Street Studio
Enjoy the working studio of artist and sculptor Helene M. Johnson. Portrait studies, figures, people in architectural settings, animals and flora.
Specializing in sculptural relief. Commission work welcomed.
Open by appointment or by chance. helenemjohnson@aol.com
1 West Main Street 860-767-0445
The Wheatmarket
Fresh deli-style daily luncheon specials, eat in or take out.
Gourmet catering, speciality foods & gift baskets.
Dennis Welch, chef/owner.
4 Water Street 860-526-9347
The Willow Tree
An eclectic mix of vintage fashions and
accessories. Specializing in fine antique
beaded bags and one-of-a-kind hats.
Wed - Sat afternoons
Or by appointment.
Donna Barnes
DtheWillowTree@aol.com
4 Water Street 860-526-4297
Wildwood Pediatrics
( Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine)
Priority care - 6pm - 8pm Daily
Reg Hours 9am to 5:30pm
Essex, Connecticut - (8 miles from Chester)
1 Wildwood Medical Center. 860-767-0168
William L. Schaeffer Photographs
Vintage American and European photographs
by major and minor artists bought and sold.
Daguerreotypes and stereoviews.
By chance or appointment.
41 Main Street 860-526-3870
Williams & Company
Williams & Company provides business identity and
communications design services for print and digital media.
Business Hours: 9 am - 5 pm (M-F)
26 Ferry Road, Chester - E-Mail
(860) 526-4101 " FAX: (860) 526-4679
Wyeth Architects LLC
Architecture & Planning
Leonard Wyeth AIA
lwyeth@wyetharchitects.com
wyetharchitects.com
94 West Main Street 860-526-5111
XO Yoga is proud to offer the finest mindfulness and wellness training through yoga, meditation, and massage in a beautiful and special community setting just 1 mile from Chester center. Yoga classes are offered to all levels, from beginners to long-time practitioners. Private instruction is also available. We look forward to practicing with you our guiding principles of patience, courage, and community in an accepting, non-judgmental atmosphere. XO Yoga is located at 26 Ferry Rd. (Rt. 148) on the way to the Chester-Hadlyme Ferry in Chester, CT. (860) 754-7360 Visit us at www.xoyoga.com
The Yoga Sanctuary
Gentle Through moderate hatha yoga. Weekly meditation.
Winter: In-town classes
May-October: Peaceful country loft.
57 Cedar Lake Road (860) 526-1558
John Zanardi Oil Company, Inc.
Delivery of home heating oil, furnace
cleaning and repairs. Serving Chester
residents and beyond since 1936!
15 Ferry Road 860-526-2550
7/11 (Gulf)
** OPEN 24 Hours a day!
Mini-Mart - Milk, Eggs, Conveniences, Lottery and Gas
Rt 149 and Town Street intersection
Moodus, Conencticut
