Please contact Leif Nilsson at 860-526-2077 for general information and each individual shop for more specific information.
Please publicize this event, the arts are an important part of all of our lives.
The Merchants of Chester present the 17th Annual Come Home to Chester Days, Art Gallery and Shop Opening Receptions in Chester Center, on Friday, September 21, 2007 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m..
CHESTER, CT, The Merchants of Chester celebrate the arrival of autumn with the 17th annual Come Home to Chester Days, a weekend of art gallery, shop and restaurant opening receptions in Chester Center on Friday, September 21, 2007 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and exciting events on Saturday, September 22, 2007, from 10:00 a.m. To 8:00 p.m.
"Every September, we keep our doors open late on the Friday night closest to the Autumnal Equinox to celebrate the beginning of fall. We have receptions in our galleries, shops, studios, and restaurants," says Leif Nilsson, artist and owner of the Leif Nilsson Spring Street Studio and Gallery. "It is a festive evening when townspeople and visitors are invited to stroll the streets of an antique New England village; to see the latest paintings, photographs, sculptures, fashion and jewelry; to sample baked goods and fine food; and to discover handcrafted decorative accessories and furnishings." Most everything is within walking distance from the Maple Street and Water Street parking lots.
Chester, Connecticut is a unique town known for celebrating art, history, music, fashion, theatre, craft, cuisine & conversation in the magnificent Connecticut River Valley.. The town is renowned for its quaint shops, artist galleries, and a variety of fantastic restaurants that all family members can enjoy. Easy to reach by car, rail, air, or boat, a convenient two-hour drive from NYC and Boston, MA, Chester is located at exit 6 on RT 9, between I-95 and I-91.
For general information about the event, contact Leif Nilsson at 860-526-2077. For specific information about particular merchants, call them directly, visit their websites, or consult http://www.VisitChesterct.com, which has a continually updated listing of the town's weekend and special events.
The following will be open Friday evening from 5 PM - 8 PM on September 21, 2007 unless otherwise noted.
CHESTER GALLERY
76 Main St. (860) 526-9822
CHESTER GALLERY presents "COMING ABOUT" recent work by Lyme artist Lori Warner. Artist reception, Friday, September 21st. 5 - 7. Show ending Saturday, October 20th. Join us that evening for a "Playdate" on the lawn. Music and more for young & young at heart featuring: Music Makin' Mamas, Treehouse Players and Music Together. For more information 526-9822 or sossejack@aol.com Gallery hours are Tuesday thru Saturday 10 - 5
Caryn B. Davis Photography
Leif Nilsson Spring Street Studio and Gallery, 2nd Floor
One Spring Street, Chester (860) 526-5936
Photographer Caryn B. Davis will exhibit recent photographs from Tuscany, Venice and Cinque Terra, Italy. For more information contact Caryn B Davis at 860-526-5936, through email at caryn@cbdphotography.com or visit her website at www.cbdphotography.com.
MerGirl
4 Water ST 526-3999
Hours Wed.-Sat. 10 - 5
Join Trish and Laura as they unveil the beginning of their fall and Winter collections which includes another collaboration between the two designers.
Come and have a laugh and giggle with us! www.smashingdarling.com/store/1603 & www.smashingdarling.com/store/1608
Leif Nilsson Spring Street Studio & Gallery, LLC
One Spring Street 860-526-2077
The Autumn Exhibit featuring Leif Nilsson's oil paintings of his garden, the Connecticut River Valley and Italy, opens on Friday, September 21, 2007 with a reception from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. This show runs through October 20th. Open Weekends from Noon - 6 pm. Other times by chance or appointment. Visit anytime on the internet at http://www.nilssonstudio.com .
Good & Heft Campaign Headquarters Opening
Cummings & Good, 3 North Main Street
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Meet First Selectman Candidate Justin Good, Selectman Martin Heft and the Democratic slate of candidates for the November 6th election. Enjoy some light refreshments while hearing about their goals and plans for Chester.
For more information contact: Martin Heft, martinlheft@gmail.com, 860-526-3327 or visit www.chesterctdems.com .
eo art lab
69 Main Street (860) 526-4833
We offer work in all price ranges which represent tremendous value considering the talent, vision, and renown of our emerging and established contemporary artists. The work of our artists can be found in art museums across the country as well as private and corporate collections. Be Fulfilled. RHYTHMIC RELATIVISM, the works of Connecticut artist Elizabeth Gourlay, will be featured in September. Accompanying group show includes works by Thaddeus Beal, Charlie Goodwin, Sarah Gustafson, Janet Lage, Willie Little, Mitch Lyons, Pamela Marks, John Matt, Richae Morrow, Kelly Jean Ohl, Evelyn Rydz, Erin Schultz, and Thomas Stavovy. Tue - Wed 10am - 6pm, Thu - Sat 10am - 9pm & Sun Noon - 6pm. www.eoartlab.com
deja Gallery
5 Maple Street 860.526.9849
Come celebrate our 3rd Year Anniversary in Chester and view Jacqueline's latest works fresh from the easel which will enchant her collectors new and old. All Original oil
paintings by Jacqueline V. Barry. Light refreshments will be served.
For further information please contact us by phone or email
dejagallery@yahoo.com. www.dejagallery.com
River Tavern
23 Main Street 860.526.9417
www.rivertavernchester.net
River Tavern is open 7 days a week for Lunch & Dinner. Please join us as you stroll down Main Street on Come Home to Chester Days. Call 860.526.9417 for Lunch or Dinner reservations.
LifeSpace Design Studio and Gallery
14 Main street, 860-526-8867
Architect Hans Lohse and his interior design partner Kris DiErrico invite you to stop by their Studio and Gallery specializing in eco-friendly design and products. Visit our wonderful selection of gifts by local artists and craftspeople, collectibles, small furniture and accessories for the home. Share a glass of wine and conversation on our beautiful front porch.
R.J.Vickers Herbery
26 Water Street (148) ring:860 526 4061
It's harvest time at R.J.Vickers Herbery and the shop is full of dried herbs and flowers. Experience the bounty of the garden in autumn through natures enduring gifts. We offer the finest teas, spices, herbal products, topiary, and gifts. Autumn brings a wide selection of dried herb and floral wreaths and table centerpieces. We are now in our twenty second year of the 'world of herbs. Come in and help us celebrate, have a drink, a bite to eat and enjoy your surroundings. hours- Tues. thru Sun. 10 to 5 EVENT HOURS 5 TO 8
C&G -Unparalleled Apparel, Seasonal & Timeless
3 North Main Street 860.526.3284
Handmade coats and jackets from Finland, washable velvet dresses from
London, cotton jackets, pants and circle skirts from Nepal, Italian knits,
Paris hats, and funky boots and shoes from San Miguel, Mexico.
As always, Cummings & Good art prints and note cards.
Wednesday through Saturday 12 to 5, and Thursday evenings until 8
Open late on Chester Night. http://www.cummings-good.com
CENTURY 21 Heritage Company One Main Street, Chester 526-1200. We are delighted to host a photography exhibit by 12 year old Chester resident Brandon Dole. His works include landscapes, architecture, people and local events. Please join us Friday night Sept 21 from 5-8 PM for the opening reception and refreshments. The exhibit will be on display through October 20.
Hammered Edge, llc Studio & Gallery
14 Main Street, Chester, CT
A Gallery and studio brimming with treasures from owner/artist Kathryne L. Wright's travels. This extensive collection ranges from hand woven silk sarongs, to massive African baskets, glass collectors boxes and ostritch eggs. Oh, and then there's the beads! New, vintage, antique, in glass, stone and and many others in natural materials. Buttons. Shells. Shell buttons! You will find everything you need to create a wearable work of art. (Kathyrne can design a piece just for you!) The jewelry selection on hand is lush. Choose from high karat gold, classic pearls, amber, gemstones, and antique tribal pieces.
You are INVITED. Come by for the 12-year anniversary celebration on Friday, September 21st from 5 to 9 pm.
Enjoy a nosh and a bit of drink while perusing the collection.
Join us for birthday cake on Sunday, September 23rd at 2pm (until we run out!).
Our GIFT TO YOU: Make any cash purchase in September of $20 or more and you can enter our drawing for a $100 Gift Certificate* We thank all of you who have been so supportive over the years. We are all truly blessed. Please call Kathryne Wright at the gallery at 860-526-1654 for more information.
Art Gallery at the Mill House
5 West Main Street 860-526-5575
The Art Gallery at the Mill House presents Scenes of New England, watercolors by Old Saybrook resident Chien Fei Chiang. The exhibit runs through the month of September with a reception Friday, September 21 from 5-8PM. The gallery is also representing the work of Florin Ion Firimita in the foyer throughout the month of Sept.
CL Pfeiffer Studio
72 Main Street (lower level) Corner of Main & Maple 860-526-2815
Connie Pfeiffer- Continuous flow...10 years in Chester - a mini retrospective
Opening Reception- Friday, September 21, 5-8pm and Saturday, September 22, 4-7pm
Stop by and say hello! Studio also open most Saturdays from 12-5pm. Call to confirm.
clpfeifferstudio@aol.com
CERAMICA
36 Main Street 800-270-0900
Be sure to visit CERAMICA Friday evening, 5:00 to 8:00 for the 'Early Bird' Seconds Sale !!! Sale will continue Saturday and Sunday---Don't Miss the Fun !!
(Cash or Checks for Sale Purchases, please...)
chester@ceramicadirect.com
www.ceramicadirect.com
Saturday September 22, 2007 at 10:00 a.m.:
The Haddam-Killingworth Masters Swim Club invites all swimmers ages 18 and over to compete in the 2nd annual "Pattaconk Plunge," a 1-mile Open Water Swim in Chester's own beautiful Pattaconk Reservoir (Cockaponset State Forest).
Register at www.active.com (search "Pattaconk Plunge") or request an entry form by calling 860-345-7540 or by emailing jg.52@juno.com.
Same-day registration begins at 8:30 am, Warm up at 9:15 am
Entry fee by September 9: $25 USMS members/$30 non-members
Entry fee after Setpember 9: $30 USMS member/$35 non-members
This is a United States Masters swimming sanctioned event. Awards will be given!
More information: 860-345-7540 or jg.25@juno.com
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