Please contact Leif Nilsson 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 22nd Annual Come Home to Chester Days, Art Gallery and Shop Opening Receptions in Chester Center, on Friday, September 21, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m..
CHESTER, CT, The Merchants of Chester celebrate the arrival of autumn with the 22nd annual Come Home to Chester Days, a weekend of art gallery, shop and restaurant opening receptions in Chester Center on Friday, September 21, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and exciting events on Saturday, September 22, 2012.
"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.
The following were open Friday evening from 5 PM - 8 PM on September 16, 2011 unless otherwise noted. We expect 2012 to be similar.
Maple & Main Gallery of Fine Art
One Maple Street
(860) 526-6065
mapleandmaingallery.com
mapleandmain@att.net
Please join us for our one-year anniversary gala opening and our fall show with all new art by 31 established Connecticut artists. The show will include art by new members and small works in a special new room of the gallery.
The opening will be Friday, Sept 16 during Come Home to Chester Days from 5 to 8 p.m.
At Maple and Main you will find investment quality art by local, regional and nationally known artists. Our artists bring a diverse mix of mediums and styles ranging from traditional realism to abstract collages. And, at all price points.
Housed in a charming building built by Samuel Colt and Pardon Stevens in 1798 which uses four tall ship masts as support beams, Maple and Main, located right in the heart of Chester Village, brims with both
New England charm and stunning art work.
http://fineartamerica.com/profiles/maple-and-main-gallery-of-fine-art.html
LORI WARNER STUDIO / GALLERY
21 Main Street
860-322-4265
http://www.loriwarner.com
Special exhibition of graphite pencil tip carvings by Dalton Ghetti on view in the gallery through October 10th. Dalton's work is remarkable. A MUST SEE! Also on exhibit, new glass by Carrie Gustafson and Mt Lebanon Series Quilts by Denyse Schmidt. And...sign up for our first eagerly awaited Bookbinding Workshop with guest artist, Benjamin Reyneart from Center for Book Arts NYC! Limited space. What a great time to visit the gallery! Open Mon - Wed 11-6, Thurs 11-7, Fri & Sat 11-8, Sunday 10-4pm (during Chester Sunday Market).
C&G Unparalleled Apparel
3 North Main Street, 1st floor 860.526.3284
Jan’s finds for Fall are arriving daily in the first floor shop, includingsome unique jackets, shirts, hats and caps for men. And on Friday evening Liquid Groove returns with cool innovative Jazz on the portico. Enjoy the music and come find what you didn’t even know you were looking for!
Wednesday-Sunday 12-5 http://www.cgchester.com
C&G Posters & Prints
3 North Main Street, 2nd floor 860.526.3284
Our 2nd floor gallery space showcases a poster collection representing four decades of Cummings & Good internationally acclaimed graphics, as well as Peter and Jan’s original art, archival prints and note cards. Also featured are Jesse Maxwell Good’s enigmatic cement pillows, and his galvanized steel benches, tables, and weathervanes
Wednesday-Sunday 12-5 http://www.cgchester.com
CHESTER GALLERY
Come take a walk in the woods and see fine etchings and engravings by Richard Claude Ziemann, sip some wine or enjoy Hosmer Mountain Birch Beer while listening to some Old Time Banjo Playin' by Dave Hall & Henry Nevins. Come Home to Chester, September 16th. 6 to 8.
76 Main St. Chester chestergallery@att.net 860-526-9822
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, friends and travels, opens on Friday, September 16, 2011 with a reception from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. This show runs through October 23rd. Open Weekends from Noon - 6 pm. Other times by chance or appointment. Visit anytime on the internet at
http://www.nilssonstudio.com
Caryn B. Davis Photography
at the Leif Nilsson Spring Street Studio and Gallery
One Spring Street
(860) 526-5936
Photographer Caryn B. Davis will exhibit photographs from her travels. For more information contact Caryn B Davis at 860-526-5936, through email at caryn@cbdphotography.com or visit her website at
http://www.cbdphotography.com.
ELLE Design Studio
5 West Main Street
860-526-8470
http://www.elledesignstudio.net
Normal Studio Hours: Tue - Thu 11 - 6, Fri - Sat 11 - 7, Sun 10 - 4
ELLE is a fresh NEW interior design studio, offering complete interior architecture and styling services.
Our retail presence continuously introduces unique and exquisite home furnishings from a growing list
of emerging and established artists. Swing by during "Come Home to Chester Days" on Friday and Saturday
between 5 - 8 pm, and enjoy light refreshments while perusing our current inventory, and newly expanded space!
CERAMICA
36 Main Street
800-270-0900
CERAMICA's Annual 'Seconds Sale'
Friday, Sept. 16th 10:00 to 8:00
Saturday, Sept. 17th 10:00 to 5:00 (or while sale items last!)
A great time to find wonderful bargains from our irregular and damaged stock! Priced according to degree of 'second-ness'...
Sale items by Cash or Check only , please...
Come join the fun!!
http://www.ceramicadirect.com
Saturday, September 17
Mission: Relief---Special Music for a Special Cause
On Saturday, September 17, from 7 – 8:30 pm, the United Church of Chester Sound and Spirit Concert Committee will present the Maranatha Band at Valley Regional High School. Funds raised will aid the Good Samaritan Hospital in the Dominican Republic. Come for lively meringue music. Peter Walker is the emcee and the lead-in group is Cantico. Meet the band members at a reception following the concert. Enjoy Deep River Family day fire works directly after the reception.
Purchase tickets in advance, $25 adults, $15 students and seniors, at Ceramica and Simons in Chester; Celebrations in Deep River; Provisions in Essex; and Gather in Ivoryton, or by calling 860-526-2697. Tickets will be available at the door.
The following listings from last year give an idea of what may also be happening this year.
Connecticut River Artisans Cooperative
5 West Main Street, Chester
860 526-5575 http://www.ctriverartisans.com
The Artisans will be featuring Roger Landry September 1 - 30 with his acrylic paintings. Roger's Reception will be on Saturday, September 4: 2-5pm.
The Art Gallery at The Mill House exhibitors for September 1 - 30 are the 9 Odyssey Painters. They are: Pat Barone of Clinton, Phyllis Bevington of Chester, Christine Danilowicz of Branford, Gail Estrade of East Lyme, Karen Lipeika of Deep River, Brenda Newbegin of Essex, Carol Robertson of Old Saybrook, Paula Solimene Emery of Killingworth and Maureen Tarbox of East Haddam. Their Reception is Saturday, September 4: 2-5pm. The Public is welcome!!
The Artisans - Waterfall Room features paintings by Chien Fei Chiang, Lisabeth Billingsley, Susan Carden-Flicker, Patricia Barone, Dianne Gorrick and Phyllis Bevington.
Grand Opening of the UPBEAT STUDIO
Artist Patrice M. Nelson is thrilled to be part of the downtown village and brings her colorful whimsical artwork to Chester! Join the festivities September 17th during the "Come Home to Chester" fanfare with a cheer and a toast to her new UPBEAT STUDIO. Located right above The Local Beet. 18 Main Street 5-8pm. For information call 860 575-0145 or email at meohmy@comcast.net.
The Local Beet, Groceries for a Green Planet
16 Main Street (in the village center)
Celebrating the cooling nights of Fall until 8 pm on September 17th..
Stop in for a healthy treat and a chance to win our Peter Good original Beet T-shirt. Healthy foods to feed your family and nurture yourself. Vitamins, Supplements, Natural Remedies, Teas and more than 60 bulk items to scoop.
Open Monday-Friday 10-6
Saturday 10-5 and on Market Sundays
526.5554
http://www.thelocalbeetshop.com
Peekabooquet n. cupcake
4 Water Street
860 526-2225
http://www.peekabooquet.com
Come by and visit our unique boutique for babies and kids, home of the original baby clothing bouquets - the ooh and aah gift. Peekabooquet n. cupcake is expanding our space to carry more of our wonderful collection of unique designs in organic and USA made clothing, with sizes newborn to 5. We carry lunch boxes and water bottles that are BPA, Phthalate and lead free with many books and games to chose from. To celebrate "Come Home to Chester Days" we are offering a 10% storewide discount Friday September 17. Always evolving, always new...you'll love our stuff.....
Al Malpa Photography Gallery
4 Spring St.
860-558-5499
almalpa.com
The first anniversary of the Al Malpa Photography Gallery will be celebrated on Come Home to Chester weekend. Al's exhibit of "The Great Smokies in Springtime" will open at 6 p.m. on Friday. Stop by for desserts and wine anytime during the evening, enjoy the show, and relax on the porch or deck.
Hammered Edge Gallery
14 Main St. Chester, Ct
860-526-1654
Welcome Home to Chester!
Open house hours on Friday are 5-8 pm. Saturday 10-6, and Sunday 9-3 pm. We will be having a Sale Friday Sept. 17 thru Sunday Sept. 19 on finished jewelry,eclectic oddities, books, metalsmithing tools, jewelry supplies, glassware, and plenty more!
Enjoy herbal iced tea and make a donation to the Chester Rotary Polio Fund all weekend while you shop!
Halloween is right around the corner. Come by to start your costume with one of our Fair Trade costume hats, masks, or one of our own one-of-a-kind hand decorated masks! Come let us inspire Your Imagination! Contact Kathryne Wright at 860-526-1654.
The Art Gallery at The Mill House exhibitors for September 1 - 29 are the 9 Odyssey Painters. They are: Pat Barone of Clinton, Phyllis Bevington of Chester, Christine Danilowicz of Branford, Gail Estrade of East Lyme, Karen Lipeika of Deep River, Brenda Newbegin of Essex, Carol Robertson of Old Saybrook, Paula Solimene Emery of Madison and Maureen Tarbox of East Haddam. Their Reception is Saturday, September 4: 2-5pm. Their second reception will be part of "Come Home to Chester" night September 17, 2010 from 5-8 pm.The Public is welcome!!
MYSTIC SISTERS of Chester
4 Water Street (860) 526-8022
Mystic Sisters of Chester Antiques and Artful Wares
Please join us Friday evening, September 17th, to kick off “Come Home to Chester Days” weekend. Light refreshments will be served from 5-8 PM. You’ll enjoy perusing our excellent selection of antiques, hand-knotted Persian rugs and quality estate pieces. We also offer vintage and antique jewelry along with original, handmade designs by CT artisans for your enjoyment. Our handmade goat milk soap has become one of our best selling items throughout the year. You will not be disappointed in our collection of original art, featuring the outstanding work of watercolorist Pat Kelbaugh and Chester artist Alan Schweitzer, whose stunning mosaics are creating a lot of excitement this year at Mystic Sisters. So come on in and refresh your home and your senses with something special from Mystic Sisters. You can also get in touch with us through our web site http://www.mysticsistersct.com
Dina Varano
27 Main Street
(860) 526-8866
Please join us and to celebrate Come Home to Chester on Friday, September 17th, from 5-9 PM. The store is sparkling with beautiful jewels, collectibles and hand crafted gifts that Dina has carefully chosen from all over the world. New treasures are arriving daily! Come have a look. We are open Tuesday - Sunday 10-6 and Friday evenings until 9 PM. Visit anytime at http://www.DinaVarano.com
CHESTER GALLERY 76 Main St. Chester, presents "Still Working". Connecticut Fields and Woodlands will grace the Gallery walls showing oil paintings by Forrest Bailey and etching & engraving by Richard Claude Ziemann. At the ages of 78 both men are "Still Working". This show opens on Friday September 17th. with an artists reception from 5 to 7. Show ends October 23rd. Gallery hours are Tues. thru Sat. 10 to 5. For more information 860-526-9822 or chestergallery@att.net
eo art lab
69 main street
860.526.4833
Maine artist Meg Brown Payson, fresh off exhibitions in New Hampshire and Boston, explores her wild side in “Hydrostatic Pressure”. Payson abstractly explores the “sense making” process, where we humans attempt to order an otherwise disorderly world. Through September 26th. Mon-Sat 10a.m. - 6p.m., Sun noon-6p.m. http://www.eoartlab.com
For Friday, Sept. 17. 2010
Chester Historical Society
860-526-2331
http://www.ChesterHistoricalSociety.org
On Friday, Sept. 17, the Chester Museum at The Mill will be open from 5 to 8 p.m. during Come Home to Chester night with an exhibit of farm tools and articles on loan from the Chester Fair Association, and original paintings and photographs of Chester barns, all created by Chester artists. The artwork will be available for sale with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Historical Society. Refreshments will be served.
For Saturday, Sept. 18. 2010
Chester Historical Society and Chester Land Trust
860-526-2331
http://www.ChesterHistoricalSociety.org
On Saturday, Sept. 18, the Chester Historical Society and Chester Land Trust are coming together to present a Celebration of Barns program followed by a Harvest Potluck Supper. Starting at 3 p.m., Chester's Scouts will raise a small post and beam structure on the town green (or indoors, in case of rain). Everyone is invited to watch and participate. There will be sheep on the green and carding and spinning wool will be demonstrated. At 4 p.m., architectural historian Todd Levine will talk about the history of barn types in Connecticut, and Billy Cadley, a local post and beam barn builder, will talk. At the conclusion of the barn program, the tables will be arranged for the potluck Harvest Supper. Bring a dish to share from your garden or a dessert or meat course to share. Also bring your own beverages and service. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, go to www.ChesterHistoricalSociety.org or call 860-526-2331. Join us in celebrating Chester's past and present.
For Sunday, Sept. 19. 2010
Guest House Retreat and Conference Center
318 West Main Street
(860) 322-5770
Donald Shaw, Winner of the New York International Piano Competition for Outstanding Amateurs and recording artist, will perform an evening of classical music from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries on Sunday. September 19th from 7 - 8 pm. A reception will follow the performance, where you can enjoy free refreshments and meet the artist. For more information visit http://www.GuestHouseCenter.org
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