December 19th, 2018 Press Release!

Chester Merchants Press Release Greetings!     Less than 1 week until Christmas. How did THAT happen? Our merchants are open until last man standing Christmas Eve. That said, best ring ahead lest they succumbed to eggnog. This Week in Chester  Tonight is the annual Sing Choirs ! at the St. Stephen's Anglican Church. The evening features Chester United Baptist choir, St. Stephen's Anglican choir, Studio Singers community choir, musicians from St. Augustine's Catholic Church, Musical Friends youth choir, and audience participation. Admission is free with a pay-what-you-will collection at the door; the donations will go to PRO Kids and Musical Friends. On Friday the Kiwi Café is buzzing with all things foodie. In the afternoon from 12-4:30 there will be a tasting of foods from "Taste of Mauritius." Friday evening pizza is on the menu from 5:30-9pm. Call ahead to avoid disappointment. 902-275-1492                                                                                    Why not ring in the New Year at White Gate featuring a 4 course Prix Fixe Dinner including bubbly for $95 per person. Dinner kicks off at 8pm and there are still spaces available. Make a night of it ! White Gate is offering a special New Year's Eve Promo - Stay at the Inn and enjoy dinner - Double Occupancy in a Queen Size room - regular value $355 - special promo price $295 + tax. To book either the Prix Fixe Dinner or the Dine & Stay Promo call on 902.275.4400 or email  info@whitegate.ca Looking ahead to New Year's, there are levees happening all over the village. It's a great way to get started on your New Year's resolutions.      The Chester Playhouse Board of Directors invite you to join them from 11am - 1pm. All are welcome as they begin to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Playhouse.    The Chester Legion is throwing open their doors from 11 - 1 pm for members and guests 19 years and older. For more info call the Legion 902-275-3315.   The Fo'c'sle is hosting their traditional levee starting at 12 noon and will run until 5 pm.    The Chester Yacht Club is welcoming members and guests from 1 - 4 pm.     Now is the accepted time to make your regular annual good resolutions. Next week you can begin paving hell with them as usual." - Mark Twain   The New Year brings a new radio presentation on Hubbards Cove FM 88.7    Three Classic Tales of the Sea. A RADIO PRESENTATION ON COVEFM with John Cowans and Stephen Booth, Cynthia Myers, Ellie Nightingale, Gavin Flinn and Scott Croucher *Programme 1: The Myth of the Sea: An Introduction Wed., Jan 16: 12:00 - 1:00PM & Sun, Jan. 20: 8:00-9:00 PM. *Programme 2: Homer: The Odyssey: A Greek Epic: 'One Man Alone.' Wed., Jan 23: 12:00 - 1:00 PM & Sun, Jan.27: 8:00-9:00 PM *Programme 3: Shakespeare, The Tempest: An English Drama:   'The Stuff of Dream's Wed., Jan 30: 12:00-1:00pm and Sun, Feb. 3:8-9pm *Programme 4: Melville, Moby Dick: An American Novel: 'Into the Maw of Hell'. Wed., Feb. 6: 12:00 - 1:00 PM & Sun, Feb. 10: 8:00-9:00 PM                                                                                              anniebowler.com Brochure   The Merchants would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your families all the best of the holiday season and a brilliant New Year. And because I couldn't resist ... a sweet little porcupine Christmas video. Suzi Fraser    for the Chester Merchants Group Join Our Mailing List!

December 12th, 2018 Press Release!

Chester Merchants Press Release Greetings!     We are on the homeward stretch to the fat man in the red suit. A big shout out to Sandy Morash and her team of elves who raised $875 for the food bank in the annual cookie contest hosted by the Chester Playhouse. This Week in Chester  Sales are happening at the Village Emporium beginning this Saturday and running through until closing Christmas Eve. 25% off jewellery and a huge selection of gift items including winter woolies, POOK items, giftware, souvenir items, wallets, purses and much more. 40% off most Christmas items. Hours are Monday to Saturday 10 - 4:30 and Sunday 12 - 4, Christmas Eve 10 - 2pm. Ho Ho Ho ! The Playhouse has  gift certificate available for purchase in increments of $50 / $75 or $100 for anyone on your gift list. 902-275-3933                                                                                                                                                                                           The Kiwi Café is brimming with all things Christmas. Stop by for a hot chocolate and cruise through the Pantry and see what's on the shelf.   "Our last Hurrah !!!  Light My Fire Studio will be closing the doors for good December 16th. We would like to thank all our patrons who have supported us over the years. We will miss your visits to the studio as much as you will miss us. Those that were hoping to get a gift will be happy to know that we still have a selection of pottery, glass and jewellery as well as our candles available. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year."   Judy Parsons and Bill Drane Trivia at the Fo'c'sle is BACK with Erin Gore !  Next Tuesday at the Fo'c'sle it is Christmas themed trivia with a few Chanukah questions thrown in. Get your team together and brush up. 6:30 - 8pm. Next Wednesday is the annual Sing Choirs ! at the St. Stephen's Anglican Church. The evening features Chester United Baptist choir, St. Stephen's Anglican choir, Studio Singers community choir, musicians from St. Augustine's Catholic Church, Musical Friends youth choir, and audience participation. Admission is free with a pay-what-you-will collection at the door; the donations will go to PRO Kids and Musical Friends.                                                                                                                                     @henrythecoloradodog     Brochure   If Barbie is so popular, why do you have to buy her friends? Suzi Fraser    for the Chester Merchants Group Join Our Mailing List!

December 4th, 2018 Press Release!

Chester Merchants Press Release Greetings! We decided to roll out the Press Release a day early as there is so much going on in the village this week. Kudos to all the organizers, volunteers and participants of the Chester Village Christmas celebrations over the weekend. It was raging success and plans are already underway for 2019.                                                                          Tree lighting       Nancy Murray photo                                                                                                                                        This Week in Chester  Tomorrow night, Wednesday, the Chester Drama Society opens The Christmas Fund-raiser at the Chester Playhouse at 7:30 pm. This show runs until Saturday night and has something for the whole family. Lightly pack an eclectic and dysfunctional group of townsfolk into a small, sweltering space in the school basement for an emergency Christmas Fund-raising meeting. Add equal and generous measures of anxiety, impatience and competitiveness. Fold in a variety of self-serving and less than savoury agendas. Stir in a pinch of paranoia, a sprinkle of entitlement and equal dashes of emotional outburst and bragging. Toss in a bag of fruit flavoured gummy bears. Let sit until ingredients react. Mix thoroughly and watch the ideas bubble while tempers simmer and craziness come to a full boil. It's the recipe for a tasty comedy that takes the term "Christmas High" to a whole new meaning. Opening Night tickets are $10 and only available at the door. Proceeds from opening night go to the Lighthouse Food Bank. From Thursday to Saturday tickets are $18 Adult, $15 Youth/Senior. Tickets are going fast ... 902-275-3933.                                                                                    The Playhouse is offering up some beautiful Lunenburg County fresh balsam fir wreaths for $35 with complimentary delivery within the village. Get 'em while they're hot.                                                                                                        The Zoé Vallé Library invites everyone for choir, carols, cider and cookies at the Lightfoot Tower 63 Regent Street this Friday from 5-6pm. Carols will be led by Vintage Voices and friends. There will be a donation box for the food bank. In case of rain, the event is cancelled. This Saturday is the Annual Cookie contest at the Chester Playhouse. You must register your entry before Thursday evening. See poster below for details. Gentlemen, start your ovens. Brochure Things like going to bed early, not leaving my house, not going to a party - these were my childhood punishments that have now become my adult goals. Suzi Fraser  for the Chester Merchants Group Join Our Mailing List!