Community Events

Community Events

Chester offers a variety of events that happen locally and offer fun for the whole family! Listings on this page are FREE for any organization or group. General organization or group contact information is located on the Clubs & Organizations page.

Our own Recreation Department sponsors a number of activities and trips. The Recreation Department will list them here - so please check this page often!

Events are listed in the order of submission. Recreation-specific events will be noted.
Submit information for this page - guidelines.

LIBRARY: Summer Reading Program

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The REC Summer Recreation Program will be running from Monday July 7th - Friday Aug 8th

The summer program is open to Chester children ages four (by January 1, 2008) and potty trained through 8th grade (entering the 8th grade in fall 2008). The older children field trips are available again this year for children entering 5th grade and up. Please take the time to read this packet of information and feel free to ask for clarification if needed. There are certain rules and regulations explained in the packet that will be strictly adhered to: download signup PDF

REC Summer Job Openings: The Chester Recreation Department has a limited amount of staff positions in its Summer Recreation Program. Candidates must be 16 years of age and able to work with children between 4 – 13 years of age. Hours are 9-12 AM, Monday – Friday, July 7th- Aug 8th. Some field trip days may require longer hours. Hiring preference is given to previous campers and CIT’s.Applications may be obtained through Chester Recreation Department, 84 Chester St, Chester NH, 03036. 603-887-5773. Deadline for applications is 9:00 AM June 2, 2008.

Chester Junior Girl Scout Troop 2676 - NHSPCA PET Food and Toy Drive

Chester Junior Girl Scout troop 2676 has spent the past school year working for the animals at the NHSPCA while working towards earning their Girl Scout Bronze Award, the highest award that can be earned by a Junior Girl Scout. They've earned animal-related Girl Scout badges, made cat toys, dog and cat treats, kitten beds and are now starting a collection of dog and cat toys and food. They have placed boxes at Spolletts General Store, Chester Academy and Grinnell School in Derry. The food and toy collection will go on now through June 13th. We are asking the public to please donate an item to this good cause. If you have questions, you can contact troop leader Sue Hannan at 437-5325.

Boating Safely Course - Thur - Sat June 26, 27, 28 (New Dates)

The course will be held at the Chester Fire Department on: (New Dates) Thursday, June 26th from 6pm to 10pm Friday, June 27th from 6pm to 10pm Saturday, June 28th from 8am to Noon. Class size is limited to 20 people. Cost is $25/person. For any questions and to reserve your spot, please call Chester Fire at the non-emergency number 603-887-3878. A free Vessel Safety Check will be available to all residents on Saturday, June 28th from 8am to Noon at the Chester Academy Parking Lot.

The Supervisors of the Checklist

The Supervisors of the Checklist will be in session on the following dates for the correction of the checklist. You may register to vote or change party on these dates.
Tuesday, June 3, 2008 from 7:00P.M. - 8:00 P.M.

These are the ONLY dates that you will be able to change your party affiliation before the State Primary Election day in September. If you were an undeclared voter and did not change back on election day in January, you will need to do so on one of these dates to remain undeclared. Otherwise you will be given the ballot of whichever party you chose at the Presidential Primary in January. New voters need proof of US citizenship and proof of Chester residency. Questions? Please call 887-4344 and leave a message. We do not have office hours but check our messages periodically and will return your call.

Library Events

Wed Night ADULT PICK-UP BASKETBALL starts DEC 12, 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Wednesday nights Starting December 12th 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM Open to adults over 18 for recreational basketball. In the Chester Multi-Purpose Room 84 Chester St Chester NH 03036

DREAM Program

web site: www.kidsdaringtodream.org

Southern New Hampshire Region Brownfields Community-Wide Assessment Program

http://www.snhpc.org/Brownfields.html Contact Amy Kizak at akizak@snhpc.org or call 669-4664 for more information.

REC: Aerobics

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REC: Kripalu Yoga Classes for Adults

Explore yoga or deepen your practice through Kripalu Yoga: “the yoga of compassion.” In a quietly supportive environment, beginners are guided through postures and breathing techniques that release stress and improve strength, flexibility and balance. Experienced students can refine asana by participating in gentle classes or can enjoy “meditation in motion” through classes focussing on vinyasa. The program is directed by Rhonda Woodward, Certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher, who has been practicing yoga for more than 10 years.
NEW: Saturday morning classes!
Classes and Registration

REC Sponsored Sports: (603) 887-5773

Contact the REC Department for all details.