The Merchants of Chester proudly carry on their tradition of celebrating the arrival of summer with the 17th Annual Midsummer's Night Weekend Art Gallery and Shop Opening Reception Stroll on Friday evening, June 20, 2008, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
"Every June we keep our doors open late on the Friday night closest to the summer solstice to celebrate summer and the longest day of the year. 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, where townspeople and visitors are welcome to stroll the streets of an antique New England Village to see the latest paintings, photographs, sculptures and jewelry, to sample baked goods and fine food and drink, and to discover handcrafted decorative accessories and furnishings."
Chester, Connecticut is a unique town that holds the past, present, and future in delightful balance. A storybook New England village, Chester is located on the beautiful Connecticut River, about 10 miles north of Long Island Sound on the left (port) bank. The town is renowned for its quaint shops, artist galleries, award winning theatre and a variety of fantastic restaurants for everyone in the family to enjoy. Easy to reach by car, bicycle, rail, air, or boat, Chester is conveniently located just a two-hour drive from both New York City and Boston, Massachusetts at exit 6 on Route 9 off of I-95 or I-91. Free parking is available at the Maple Street and the Water Street lots.
The following Chester Merchants participating in the Midsummer's Night Reception, are open that evening from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
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 for an ongoing listing of weekend and special events.
C&G
3 North Main Street 860.526.3284
Unparalleled Apparel. Seasonal and Timeless.
Summer coolers and new arrivals on Chester night!
Wednesday-Sunday 12-5, Thursday evening until 8
http://www.cummings-good.com
The Art Gallery at the Mill House,
5 West Main St. 860.526.5575
The Waterfall Gallery at the Ct. River Artisans features Chien Fei Chiang of Old Saybrook, Candice Ronesi, Forestdale, MA;, Sharon Seseski, Deep River; Michael Miller, Deep River; and Aleta Gudelski of Durham. The Grand Opening for this new gallery is Sunday, June 29th from 2-5 pm.
To find out more about all our members visit our website at www.ctartisans.com
The CT River Artisans
5 West Main St. 860-526-5575
http://www.ctartisans.com
The CT River Atisans presents "Eclectic" by Colleen Casner, June 1-30. Floor cloth artist Colleen Casner exhibits new styles and techniques that bring floor art to a whole new level! View a colorful mix of both traditional and abstract floor cloths that are also suitable for hanging as wall art. Artist reception, Saturday June 7, 2-5pm.
Hours in June- Wed. thru Sun. 12 noon til 5.
Summer Hours July and August 12 noon til 5, 7 days a week
CHESTER GALLERY
76 Main St. Chester, CT 860-526-9822
Stop in for a glass of wine on June 20th from 5 to 7. In addition to our usual display of Chester Talent, we will show Palladium and Van Dyke photographic prints by deb Paulson. These photographs have a wonderful vintage look and are well worth taking in. Tuesday thru Saturday 10 to 5.
Chrisholm Marina
226 Middlesex Ave, Chester (860)526-5147
Chrisholm Marina is pleased to offer half priced transient slips Friday night, June 20, with a complimentary shuttle to and from town untill 8pm. Come and enjoy our park-like setting and our wonderful town.
http://www.chrisholmmarina.com
Caryn B. Davis Photography will showcase photographs from Italy, the CT River Valley, Mexico, Martha'a Vineyard and Old San Juan. The photographs will be on display at the Leif Nilsson Spring Street Studio & Gallery. For more information contact Caryn B Davis at 860-526-5936, via email at caryn@cbdphotography.com, or visit her website athttp://www.cbdphotography.com.
eo art lab
69 Main Street, Chester (860) 526-4833
Come experience Interference, the work of Boston artist Evelyn Rydz. Like ancient scrolls, Rydz's work unfolds before your eyes, but make no mistake, the message is modern and menacing. Don't miss these morphing mutations of the animate and inanimate. Accompanying works by Seth Anderson, Thaddeus Beal, Charlie Goodwin, Elizabeth Gourlay, Sarah Gustafson, Vaune Hatch, Janet Lage, Mitch Lyons, Pamela Marks, Kelly Jean Ohl, Meg Brown Payson, Thomas Stavovy, and Malcolm Wright. Tue-Wed 10 - 6, Thu-Sat 10 - 9, Sun noon-6.
http://www.eoartlab.com
Hammered Edge llc Studio & Gallery
14 Main Street (860) 526-1654
Open House
Friday, June 20th 5-9pm
Pearls, seashells, gems and sand washed beads of glass. Exotic treasures from distant lands whisper their stories. The hand made watches of Eduardo Milieris, carved fossil ivory and elegant masks to transform the moment all wait for you here at the Hammered Edge where your Midsummer Night's Dream comes true.
You are welcome to call Artist/Owner Kathryne Wright for more information on custom design, jewelry repair, jewelry classes and mask making workshops at 860-526-1654. (http://www.hammerededge.com)
Dina Varano
27 Main Street 860.526.8866
This marks the 13th year anniversary of our store in Chester!! Come have a toast with us to celebrate on Friday the 20th, at 5p.m. We will be showing contemporary jewelry designed and hand-crafted by Dina along with a hand picked collection of beautiful objects from around the world.
Open Tuesday-Sat 10-5:30 and Sunday 12-5 or any time at
http://www.DINAVARANO.COM
Leif Nilsson Spring Street Studio and Gallery
One Spring Street, Chester (860) 526-2077
Opening of the Midsummer exhibit of oil paintings and drawings of the Lower Connecticut River Valley, the village of Chester, CT the artist's garden, interiors with fiqures, portraits and world travels by Leif Nilsson with a reception on Friday June 20th, 2008 from 5 - 8 pm. Gallery hours: Saturday & Sunday Noon - 6 pm. Other times by chance or appointment. Visit anytime on the internet at http://www.nilssonstudio.com
R.J.Vickers Herbery
26 Water Street, (860) 526-4061
Take a little stroll down to R.J.Vickers Herbery to see our new line of gifts for the gardener, aromatherapy products, and all things herbal. We have all the herb plants and topiary to keep any gardener happy.Hours-Tues.thru Sun. 10 to 5 http://www.rjvickersherbery.com
deja Gallery
5 Maple Street (860) 526-9849
Jacqueline has just returned from France with new inspirations. Come to see what she is working on and enjoy paintings of France as well as local scenery. Original oils in all price ranges. Regular Gallery hours:
Saturday & Sunday 2pm - 6 pm. Other times by chance or appointment. email dejagallery@yahoo.com
www.dejagallery.com
FIO Partners, LLC
15 North Main Street, Unit C
FIO Partners, LLC offers consulting, assessment tools, and training for nonprofit organizations, foundations, and government. We are excited to announce the opening of our office in Chester, CT. Come by for a summer treat and learn more about our firm!
http://www.fiopartners.com
MYSTIC SISTERS of Chester
4 Water Street (860) 526-8022
June 20th from 5-8 PM
If you love LIGHTHOUSES, come and join us as we showcase the acclaimed artwork of Niantic watercolorist Pat Kelbaugh. The evening's show is dedicated to her skillful and beautiful renderings of the areas historic lighthouses, The frames for her art are made meticulously by hand of the finest woods by her husband Paul Kelbaugh. Pat will be on hand to meet you. Show hours are 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Light refreshments will be served.
For more details please visit our web site: mysticsistersct.com.
Store Hours: Wed.- Friday 1:30 - 5:30, Sat 10 - 5:30, Sunday Noon - 5:30
CENTURY 21 Heritage Company
One Main Street, Chester 526-1200
Come meet the artist. Join us for the Opening Reception and art display of Chester resident Kim Meadows' sketches from 5-8 PM Friday night. Kim specializes in the homes of Chester. Refreshments will be served.
Ceramica
36 Main Street 800-270-0900
Satisfy all your gardening needs with our Italian terracotta pieces that are on special for the month of June.
Stop in the shop on Friday night, June 20, from 5 - 8 p.m. to say Hello and have some light refreshments with us.
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