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Chester Connecticut

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Chester, Connecticut is a storybook New England small town located right on the beautiful Connecticut River, with wonderful quaint shops, artist galleries, rustic Inns and fantastic restaurants for you and your family to enjoy. Come to Chester by Car, Rail, Air or Boat, as we are easy to get to being conveniently located just two hours by car from both New York City and Boston, Massachusetts. Our town is located directly on the famous Connecticut River about 10 miles up river from the Long Island Sound on the left (port) bank. Chester's Merchants and residents often have special events going on in the town center on some weekends, so check below for current updates on our extra special times to be in the town of Chester. Conn

Our NEXT 4 Special Town Events are...

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





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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
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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



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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

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Jennings Pond during the foliage season in October - Near Chester Center
photo courtesy of Leslie Strauss of Century 21 Heritage Company.

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A brief history of Chester Connecticut.
Chester has many restaurants, attractions, shops, galleries, Bed and Breakfasts's and Inns to accommodate welcome visitors.
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Boaters will find several local Marinas to accommodate their visit and boating needs.
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