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May 18, 2013
Gristmill 'Flume and Catwalk' Dedication
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Location: Cooper Gristmill 66 State Route 24 Chester, NJ 07930-2411 - (908) 879-5463
Attend a ribbon cutting ceremony for the newly reconstructed flume and catwalk. Refreshments and tours of the Gristmill are available after the ceremony.
Admission: (Suggested Donation for Mill Tours)
$3 Adults, $2 Senior Citizens, $1 Children 4-6, FREE for children under age 4
Friends of Fosterfields and Cooper Gristmill members - FREE with valid membership card.Discounted fees for special events.
For additional information, please call 908-879-5463.
Directions: Copper Gristmill is located on County Highway 513 (old Route 24) in Chester Township, NJ. 1.3 miles west of the Route 206 intersection.
GPS: 66 Washington Turnpike (old state route 24), Chester, NJ 07930
Online Map Directions: 74 County Highway 513, Chester, NJ 07930
May 19, 2013
13th Annual 'CRUISE'N-SHOP' Car Show
Car Show: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm; Shopping: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Location: Main Street in Downtown Chester.
On May 19th, Chester's streets will be lined with Classics, Customs, Muscle, Special Interest, Antiques,
Entertainment includes music by DJ Doc South! Stroll our charming, brick-lined sidewalks with over 80 specialty shops featuring antiques, crafts, clothing, jewelry, home furnishings, pet products, confections and wonderful eateries.
Schedule of Events
- 8:00 am - 10:00 am: *Classic Car registration at top of
- 10:00 am - 3:00 pm: Car Show
- 3:00 pm: Trophies awarded at
Trophies awarded for TOP 10, Best Paint, Best Engine, Best of Show and People's Choice.
- 11:00 am - 5:00 pm: Shopping
*If you would like to be a participant and display your classic car, registration is $10 and takes place between 8am and 10am at the top of Perry Street in Chester. Note: Portion of proceeds to benefit The Johnny Seel Charitable Trust - Providing financial assistance to families in need of cancer treatment.
There is something for everyone here in Historic Chester, NJ!
May 27, 2013
Annual Memorial Day Commemoration at Larry Maysey Memorial
See web site for details
Location: Larry Maysey Memorial on Main Street
Join us in the procession as we gather at the Gazebo on Main St then walk south to the Maysey Memorial and War Veteran site where the commemoration will continue. Guest Speakers, musical accompaniment, and rifle salute all highlight the event, don't miss it.
The event is hosted by Chester Recreation in cooperation with Bernay's Apgar American Legion Post 342.
For more information please visit : www.chesterborough.org
Jun 1 - 2, 2013
15th Annual SPRING Chester Craft Show
10:00 am to 5:00 pm (Rain or Shine)
Location: Municipal Field, Chester NJ
Mark your calendars! Call your friends and make plans to attend the Spring Chester Craft Show, being held on Saturday and Sunday, June 1st and 2nd.
We are proud to announce that the Spring Chester Craft Show was, once again, ranked as one of the top 60 craft shows IN THE COUNTRY, WITH OVER 150 ARTISTS from around the region.
(Please, no dogs/pets).
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Experience a wide variety of hand made items including traditional craft, fine art and country crafts. Find unique gifts for everyone on your shopping list as well as beautiful handcrafted furnishings for your home. Be sure to stroll through Historic Chester and visit over 80 unique shops and eateries which are just steps away from the show. You will discover a wonderful selection of antiques, crafts, clothing, jewelry, home furnishings and accessories, gourmet pet products, confections and wonderful eateries. The
Jun 1, 2013
Children's Rhubarb Muffin Baking
11:00 am and 2:00 pm
Location: Cooper Gristmill 66 State Route 24 Chester, NJ 07930-2411 - (908) 879-5463
Participants will tour the gristmill and see how flour was made from grain in the 1880's. They will learn how to use the flour to make delicious rhubarb muffins. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Please call 908-879-5463 by May 25th to register!
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Admission: (Suggested Donation for Mill Tours)
$3 Adults, $2 Senior Citizens, $1 Children 4-6, FREE for children under age 4
Friends of Fosterfields and Cooper Gristmill members - FREE with valid membership card.Discounted fees for special events.
For additional information, please call 908-879-5463.
Directions: Copper Gristmill is located on County Highway 513 (old Route 24) in Chester Township, NJ. 1.3 miles west of the Route 206 intersection.
GPS: 66 Washington Turnpike (old state route 24), Chester, NJ 07930
Online Map Directions: 74 County Highway 513, Chester, NJ 07930
Jun 13, 2013
Thursday Home School Day: Power People
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Location: Cooper Gristmill 66 State Route 24 Chester, NJ 07930-2411 - (908) 879-5463
Tour the mill and try your hand at some people-powered tools that were typical of the 1890's in Milltown/Chester Township before electricity was available.
Children must be accompanies by an adult. Call 973-631-5343 to register. $6.00 per student.
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General Admission: (Suggested Donation for Mill Tours)
$3 Adults, $2 Senior Citizens, $1 Children 4-6, FREE for children under age 4
Friends of Fosterfields and Cooper Gristmill members - FREE with valid membership card.Discounted fees for special events.
For additional information, please call 908-879-5463.
Directions: Copper Gristmill is located on County Highway 513 (old Route 24) in Chester Township, NJ. 1.3 miles west of the Route 206 intersection.
GPS: 66 Washington Turnpike (old state route 24), Chester, NJ 07930
Online Map Directions: 74 County Highway 513, Chester, NJ 07930
Jun 15, 2013
People-Power Day
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Location: Cooper Gristmill 66 State Route 24 Chester, NJ 07930-2411 - (908) 879-5463
Tour Cooper Gristmill and watch demostrations of tools powered by hands and feet. People-powered tools were typical of the 1890's in Milltown/Chester Township before electricity was available. You will see displays of the foot-powered scroll saw, one and two man saws, stone jack, treadle sewing machines, and hand drills as well as have the opportunity to try some tools yourself.
Admission: (Suggested Donation for Mill Tours)
$3 Adults, $2 Senior Citizens, $1 Children 4-6, FREE for children under age 4
Friends of Fosterfields and Cooper Gristmill members - FREE with valid membership card.Discounted fees for special events.
For additional information, please call 908-879-5463.
Directions: Copper Gristmill is located on County Highway 513 (old Route 24) in Chester Township, NJ. 1.3 miles west of the Route 206 intersection.
GPS: 66 Washington Turnpike (old state route 24), Chester, NJ 07930
Online Map Directions: 74 County Highway 513, Chester, NJ 07930
Jun 15, 2013
PEDAL FOR PRESERVATION
See schedule: http://www.tlc-nj.org/ride/index.htm
Location: Starts at West Morris Central High School, 259 Bartley Road, Chester, NJ
The Land Conservancy of New Jersey (TLC-NJ) is hosting its second annual Pedal for Preservation Bike Event along the Columbia Trail. Families, recreational and avid cyclers can enjoy this shaded Rail-to-Trail ride through picturesque small towns in rural Morris and Hunterdon counties.
Riders will start and finish at West Morris Central High School, 259 Bartley Rd, Chester, NJ 07930.
Registration for the event is now open. Sign up by 4/30/13 and take advantage of the early registration discount!
$20 for individuals & 15 for children (12-18)
$25 after April 30th
Become a Champion for Open Space and team up with TLC-NJ by participating as a rider, team member, sponsor, donor or volunteer. Pay a flat registration fee or help fundraise by getting friends and family to sponsor your ride. Registration on the day of the event begins at 8:30am.
To register online or to learn more visit www.TLC-NJ.org
All proceeds from Pedal for Preservation will benefit The Land Conservancy of New Jersey's land preservation work.
Jun 18 - 22, 2013
Annual Fireman's Carnival and Fireworks!
See Chester Fireman's Website for updates
Location: Chubb Park
West Main Street, Chester, NJ
Chester's Annual Fireman's Carnival and Fireworks will be held June 18th through June 22rd at Chubb Park.
"Pay One Price' nights are Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Fireworks will be held on Friday Night - 10:15pm start-time.
For complete details, visit http://www.chester-fire.org/
Jun 30, 2013
Free Gazebo Concert Series: W. Morris Community Band
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Location: Gazebo / Municipal Field on Main Street
(Under direction of Gary Quam)
Playing Americana Music from great composers, this group of local musicians offer an amazing show featuring a variety of concert instrumentals , a great prelude to the 4th of July holiday fun.
Come early to shop in town, be sure to pick up some delicious treats from one of our wonderful eating establishments and join us for some thrilling, live music!
Co-sponsored by Chester Borough Recreation and Chester Township Recreation
Concert schedule is subject to change without notice; please check the website for updates. Concerts are cancelled in the event of rain. Picnics, lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged at these FREE, family friendly concerts.
www.chesterborough.org
www.chestertownship.org
Jul 6, 2013
Sail, Sail, Your Boat!
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Location: Cooper Gristmill 66 State Route 24 Chester, NJ 07930-2411 - (908) 879-5463
Children can borrow or purchase a small toy boat to gently sail down the mill tailrace. Children must be accompanied by an adult and must wear enclosed toe shoes or boots.
NO bare feet please. This event starts at the Cooper Gristmill.
Admission: (Suggested Donation for Mill Tours)
$3 Adults, $2 Senior Citizens, $1 Children 4-6, FREE for children under age 4
Friends of Fosterfields and Cooper Gristmill members - FREE with valid membership card.Discounted fees for special events.
For additional information, please call 908-879-5463.
Directions: Copper Gristmill is located on County Highway 513 (old Route 24) in Chester Township, NJ. 1.3 miles west of the Route 206 intersection.
GPS: 66 Washington Turnpike (old state route 24), Chester, NJ 07930
Online Map Directions: 74 County Highway 513, Chester, NJ 07930
Jul 6, 2013
5th Annual Front Porch Bluegrass Festival & Pig Roast
10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Location: Gazebo Park / Municipal Field, Main Street, Chester, NJ
*FREE ADMISSION* Kid's Activities, Live Bands, Vendors, Instument Auctions.
Rain or Shine - Join us under the Tent (bring your own blanket or lawn chairs)
Donations accepted and all procees to benefit BYG Work Camp, a mission group composed of 6 local area churches that travel to Appalachia every summer to rebuild homes with Applalachia Service Project. This summer, our volunteers will spend a week making many families safer, warmer, and drier through home repairs.
Jul 12 - 14, 2013
Civil War Encampment
*See Schedule of Events
Location: Cooper Gristmill 66 State Route 24 Chester, NJ 07930-2411 - (908) 879-5463
Honoring the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, experience military camp life during the time of the famous battle fought July 1-3, 1863. Watch demonstrations of military drills, tintype photograph, military gear and artifacts. Learn about other aspects of camp life including washing clothes, churning butter, spinning yarn and thread, using drop spindles and spinning wheels, knitting and crocheting mittens and scarves for the soldiers, as well as other tasks.
Donations are greatly appreciated.
*Schedule of Events*
Friday, July 12: 7 pm - 9 pm candle lit tour of camp by re-enactors
Saturday, July 13: 10 am - 5 pm & 7 pm - 9 pm: Candle lit tour of camp by re-enactors
Sunday, July 14: 10 am - 3 pm
For additional information, please call 908-879-5463.
Directions: Copper Gristmill is located on County Highway 513 (old Route 24) in Chester Township, NJ. 1.3 miles west of the Route 206 intersection.
GPS: 66 Washington Turnpike (old state route 24), Chester, NJ 07930
Online Map Directions: 74 County Highway 513, Chester, NJ 07930
Jul 14, 2013
Free Gazebo Concert Series: Stephen Fuller Quartet
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Location: Gazebo / Municipal Field on Main Street
Stephen Fuller is best known for his smooth virtuosity, which spans the breadth of jazz, blues, latin, swing, bossa nova and contemporary classics. The Stephen Fuller Quartet provides the perfect vehicle for his signature brand of eclectic favorites. (www.fullersounds.com)
Come early to shop in town, be sure to pick up some delicious treats from one of our wonderful eating establishments and join us for some thrilling, live music!
Co-sponsored by Chester Borough Recreation and Chester Township Recreation
Concert schedule is subject to change without notice; please check the website for updates. Concerts are cancelled in the event of rain. Picnics, lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged at these FREE, family friendly concerts.
www.chesterborough.org
www.chestertownship.org
Jul 18 - 21, 2013
Morris County 4-H Fair
See details below.
Location: Chubb Park, West Main Street, Chester, NJ
The annual 4-H Fair will be held at Chubb Park, July 18-21. The Fair will open Thursday from 5:00pm-9:30pm, Friday and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until 9:30 p.m., and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. until 4 p.m.
The 4-H Fair is a showcase and celebration of the achievements of 4-Hers around the county. It is great opportunity for all in the community to come out for wholesome family fun,” said Rachel Lyons, Morris County 4-H Agent.
Maps and schedules of daily events such as dog and small animal shows are available in the Information Tent. The Exhibit Tent is packed with homemade fair entries, informational displays and hands-on activities for visitors. The Entertainment Tent is filled with live musical performances and interactive demonstrations. Other 4-H tents house a variety of animals including dogs, herpetology, poultry, rabbits and small animals. Most animal tents have a petting area and information about how to join 4-H.
A whole host of fun activities are lined up for this weekend. Pony rides, hay rides, a petting zoo, a model airplane demonstration, clown acts, watermelon eating and cake decorating contests, dress-a-pet contest, a children’s pet show and, of course, amusement rides are all some of the usual favorites
The popular Tricky Tray will once again be the highlight of Saturday evening. The Tricky Tray allows everyone the chance to win a donated gift. Prizes can include anything from a healthful gift basket to a bicycle. Non-profit organizations will be on hand to sell everything from tasty treats to full meals. Fairgoers can enjoy traditional fair food and even a cold root beer float or the famous 4-H Chicken BBQ dinner.
The Fair is sponsored by the Morris County 4-H Association in support of the 4-H Youth Development Program of Rutgers Cooperative Extension. 4-H Members, volunteer Fair Managers, 4-H Club Leaders and parents work together to make this a major event in Morris County.
All Morris County residents are invited to visit the 4-H Fair, serve as a volunteer at the Fair or participate in many of the activities and contests open to the public. Come out and enjoy the "country-fair" atmosphere, great entertainment, good food, and informative, educational demonstrations.
For more information about the 4-H Fair, 4-H clubs, or about becoming a 4-H volunteer, visit the 4-H Fair website at http://morris.njaes.rutgers.edu/4h or contact the 4-H office (973) 285-8300 x3 or 4hmorris@njaes.rutgers.edu. All 4-H programs are offered to all youth, grades K-13, on an age-appropriate basis without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, or disability.
Jul 18, 2013
Children's Blueberry Muffin Baking
11:00 am and 2:00 pm
Location: Cooper Gristmill 66 State Route 24 Chester, NJ 07930-2411 - (908) 879-5463
Participants will tour the gristmill and see how flour was made from grain in the 1880's. They will learn how to use the flour to make delicious blueberry muffins. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Pre-registration is required by July 11th. The program will begin promptly at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm.
Please call 908-879-5463 to register (leave a message).
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General Admission: (Suggested Donation for Mill Tours)
$3 Adults, $2 Senior Citizens, $1 Children 4-6, FREE for children under age 4
Friends of Fosterfields and Cooper Gristmill members - FREE with valid membership card.Discounted fees for special events.
For additional information, please call 908-879-5463.
Directions: Copper Gristmill is located on County Highway 513 (old Route 24) in Chester Township, NJ. 1.3 miles west of the Route 206 intersection.
GPS: 66 Washington Turnpike (old state route 24), Chester, NJ 07930
Online Map Directions: 74 County Highway 513, Chester, NJ 07930
Jul 20, 2013
Picture Perfect Natural Art
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Cooper Gristmill 66 State Route 24 Chester, NJ 07930-2411 - (908) 879-5463
Use grain and natural items to create a picture perfect frame or piece of art.
Explore painting, printmaking, rubbings, collage/mosiac and other art techniques. Children must be accompanied by an adult. There is a $5 fee (Friends Members Fee) per family for this event. Please call 908-879-5463 to pre-register so that appropriate supplies can be available.
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General Admission: (Suggested Donation for Mill Tours)
$3 Adults, $2 Senior Citizens, $1 Children 4-6, FREE for children under age 4
Friends of Fosterfields and Cooper Gristmill members - FREE with valid membership card.Discounted fees for special events.
For additional information, please call 908-879-5463.
Directions: Copper Gristmill is located on County Highway 513 (old Route 24) in Chester Township, NJ. 1.3 miles west of the Route 206 intersection.
GPS: 66 Washington Turnpike (old state route 24), Chester, NJ 07930
Online Map Directions: 74 County Highway 513, Chester, NJ 07930
Jul 27, 2013
1890's Music Day at Milltown
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Location: Cooper Gristmill 66 State Route 24 Chester, NJ 07930-2411 - (908) 879-5463
Enjoy an afternoon of magical sounds reminiscent of musical events performed in Milltown/Chester over a century ago. Audiences will have a chance to interact with the musicians by playing fiddlesticks and by animating dancing puppets called limber jacks.
Donations are greatly appreciated.
Admission: (Suggested Donation for Mill Tours)
$3 Adults, $2 Senior Citizens, $1 Children 4-6, FREE for children under age 4
Friends of Fosterfields and Cooper Gristmill members - FREE with valid membership card.Discounted fees for special events.
For additional information, please call 908-879-5463.
Directions: Copper Gristmill is located on County Highway 513 (old Route 24) in Chester Township, NJ. 1.3 miles west of the Route 206 intersection.
GPS: 66 Washington Turnpike (old state route 24), Chester, NJ 07930
Online Map Directions: 74 County Highway 513, Chester, NJ 07930
Jul 28, 2013
Free Gazebo Concert Series: Alternate Groove Band
5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Location: Gazebo / Municipal Field on Main Street
Alternate Groove is an 8 piece Classic Rock & Soul band featuring a 3-piece horn section. "The Happy Ending Horns" delivers songs that you'll never hear other bands play, great tunes from the 60's to the present. An Alternate Groove show always has something for everyone !!
(http://alternate-groove.com)
Come early to shop in town, be sure to pick up some delicious treats from one of our wonderful eating establishments and join us for some thrilling, live music!
Co-sponsored by Chester Borough Recreation and Chester Township Recreation
Concert schedule is subject to change without notice; please check the website for updates. Concerts are cancelled in the event of rain. Picnics, lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged at these FREE, family friendly concerts.
www.chesterborough.org
www.chestertownship.org
Aug 3, 2013
Annual Peach Festival at Community Presbyterian Church
Call for details: (908) 879-5091
Location: Community Presbyterian Church, 220 Main Street, Chester, NJ
As soon as the local peaches begin to ripen, parishioners at Chester, N.J.'s Community Presbyterian Church start preparing for the annual Peach Festival.
Mason jars with peach jams and preserves, peach pies, ice cream, cobblers, iced tea and more!
Furniture country auction and white elephant sale!
For details, contact the church at (908) 879-5091
