SENIORS COLLEGE COURSE (1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)

SENIORS COLLEGE ASSOCIATION OF NOVA SCOTIA presents a six-week course at St. Stephen's Community Centre, 54 Regent Street, Chester starting 1:30 pm.   Topic:  The Supreme Court of Canada and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.  Presenter:  Dr. Fred Vaughan, Professor of Political Science and Noted Author.  To register go online to:  thescans.ca

BINGO (6:00 pm - 9:00 pm)

2ND ANNUAL FAMILY BINGO NIGHT at Forest Heights Community School.  Doors open at 6:00 pm (Games begin 6:30 pm).  12 regular games including full card jackpot game & 3 special games.  Grand prize:  Xbox 360 with Kinect bundle and 2 games.  NHL Jersey Draw (tickets) 1st Prize – Crosby Olympic Jersey; 2nd Prize – Toronto Maple Leafs; Old Timers Jersey (signed).  Other prizes include gift cards: Restaurants, Cape Breton Getaway, Golf Green Fees.  Denyse Sibley of Country 101.9 will be the host Bingo caller.  Amanda Riley of the "Life of Riley" will perform a few of her country songs.  Silent Auction, 50/50 draw, door prizes, Hamburgers, Sausage dogs, Pulled chicken with tahini sauce and  Falafels with salad.

TGIF - CHESTER BASIN LEGION (5:30 pm - 9:30 pm)

TGIF (casual meal) at the Chester Basin Legion starting 5:30 pm in the lounge.  Jam Show upstairs starting 7:00 pm and cost $2 per person.  And the lighting of the May Pole.

ANNUAL GUEST NIGHT (7:00 pm - 9:00 pm)

CHESTER AREA CWC will be hosting their annual guest night at the East Chester Recreation Centre starting 7:00 pm.  Roast Turkey dinner, dessert, music, guest speaker and a feature on-life saving tips.  Tickets $16 each are now on sale and must be purchased before April 26, 2013.  Call Sharon Mosher 627-2274.

PAMPERED CHEF FUNDRAISER (7:00 pm - 9:00 pm)

PAMPERED CHEF FUNDRAISER SHOW with consultant Vicki Schnare at the LP Union Hall, 7216 Hwy 329, East River starting 7:00 pm.  This is for the Relay for Life Paws for the Cause.  Bring a friend, everyone welcome.  Enjoy some dessert, tea, coffee and socializing.  For more info call 228-2140.

CHESTER PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS.... (7:30 pm - 9:00 pm)

CHESTER PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS...LIVE TEENZ on stages starting 7:30 pm.  Live Teenz is a youth songwriter's circle facilitated by Cynthia Myers in conjunction with National Youth Arts Week.  The youth performing at the event are: Kathryn Green, Glenn Cottam, Jade Erica Hamilton, Erin Dunsworth, Jessica Russell, Katherine Heim, Lindsay Misiner, Liam Britten, Lucas Reeves, Abby Blanchard, and Seth Cole.  Tickets are $10 adult and $5 student and are available online at www.chesterplayhouse.ca or by calling the box office at 275-3933.

COUNTRY BREAKFAST (7:30 am - 10:30 am)

COUNTRY BREAKFAST at the Chester Basin Fire Hall from 7:30 to 10:30 am.  Enjoy bacon, sausage, baked beans, scrambled eggs, toast, juice, tea/coffee.  Take-out available.

MAYFEST BREAKFAST NEW ROSS (7:30 am - 10:00 am)

MAYFEST BREAKFAST at the New Ross Fire Hall from 7:30 to 10:00 am.  Adults $7, Children Ages 5-12 $4, and Under 5 Free.  For more info call Janice Reeves 689-2018.

MAY FEST WEEKEND (All Day)

MAY FEST 2013 - to advertise your business in the May Fest brochure by sponsoring an ad or to publicize your own yard sale or event, contact Jayne, preferably by email at:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it by April 12 at 5:00 pm.  Please no exceptions.  Phone calls also accepted if needed at 275-3948.

YARD SALE (All Day)

YARD SALE at St. John's Anglican Church, Chester Basin in the Church's basement.  There will be a bake table, new to you items, burgers, hot dogs and refreshments.

YARD SALE BLANDFORD (8:00 am - 3:00 pm)

YARD SALE at the District #1 Community Centre, Blandford, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.  Multiple vendors and canteen.

YARD SALE, BAKE TABLE, BURGERS & HOT DOGS (8:30 am - 4:00 pm)

YARD SALE, BAKE TABLE, BURGERS & HOT DOGS at St. John's Church, Chester Basin from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm.  Home baked goodies, treasures and trinkets.

FAIR/CRAFT FAIR (9:00 am - 2:00 pm)

HOME BASED BUSINESS FAIR/CRAFT FAIR at the Chester Basin Legion from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.  Cost $10 per table or $15 with power.  Penny Auction from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm (25 tickets for $1), BBQ from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.  For more info call Nat 273-2341 or Betty 275-2577.

ST. GEORGE'S CHURCH SPRING FLING (9:00 am - 3:00 pm)

ST. GEORGE'S CHURCH SPRING FLING at the East River Union Hall from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.  Chili or Chowder, roll, dessert, tea/coffee $6 and served from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.  Dine-in or take-out.  Hot Dogs $1 or Chili dogs $2.  Bake table, bottle driver, flea market items with lots of treasures.  For more info call Sheila 275-5720.

NEWFIE NIGHT DINNER, ENTERTAINMENT & SILENT AUCTION (6:00 pm - 9:00 pm)

NEWFIE NIGHT DINNER, ENTERTAINMENT & SILENT AUCTION at St. Stephen's Parish Community Centre starting 6:00 pm.  Tickets $25 available at Lesley's Pantry & Parish Office.  Proceeds in support of St. Stephen's Church.

SETON CANTATA CHOIR (7:00 pm - 9:00 pm)

SETON CANTATA CHOIR will be performing at the Chester United Baptist Church at 7:00 pm.  Cost is $15.

MAY FEST WEEKEND (All Day)

MAY FEST 2013 - to advertise your business in the May Fest brochure by sponsoring an ad or to publicize your own yard sale or event, contact Jayne, preferably by email at:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it by April 12 at 5:00 pm.  Please no exceptions.  Phone calls also accepted if needed at 275-3948.

PENNY AUCTION (9:00 am - 2:00 pm)

PENNY AUCTION CONTINUES at the Chester Basin Legion from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.  Draws at 2:00 pm.  BBQ from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.  For more info call Nat 273-2341.

WOMEN'S RIDE DAY (10:00 am - 12:00 - noon)

WOMEN'S RIDE DAY - Sweet Ride Cycling in Mahone Bay is leading a ride today from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon starting at the shop 523 Main Street.  The route is an 18 km combined trail and paved road loop.  Free for women ages 12+.  To register and/or to rent a bike call Sweet Ride Cycling at 531-3026.

CRIB TOURNAMENT - NEW ROSS (12:00 - noon - 3:00 pm)

CRIB TOURNAMENT at the Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Road, New Ross.  Doors open 12:00 noon.  Registration starts 12:30 pm.  Play begins 1:00 pm.  Cost $20 per team.  Canteen available.  For more info call 689-2147.

DEADLINE TO RECEIVE TECH SHIRT (8:00 am - 9:00 am)

DEADLINE to register to receive your Tech Shirt for the Chester Cut N Run happening on Sunday, June 2 at CAMS.   Call 275-3490 to register by today.

CHESTER PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS.... (7:30 pm - 9:30 pm)

CHESTER PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS...2b Theatre with "When it Rains" starting 7:30 pm.  "When It Rains" is a play in the form of a live-action existential graphic novel. When the improbable happens, two couples are beset with misfortune, communication fractures, relationships crumble, and behavior becomes absurd. People sing, get naked, give up, lose control, and have sex with strangers. Some kind of God intervenes... or observes... or something... or nothing...
For more info call the Chester Playhouse 275-3933.

BREAKFAST - CHESTER (7:30 am - 10:30 am)

BREAKFAST at the Chester Legion from 7:30 to 10:30 am.  Enjoy eggs (any way you like them), French toast, hash browns, beans, bacon, sausage, toast, coffee/tea and juice.

HUBBARDS FARMERS' MARKET OPENS TODAY (8:00 am - 12:00 - noon)

HUBBARDS FARMERS' MARKET opens for its 2013 season on Saturday, May 11. Located at the beautiful Hubbards Barn & Community Park, #57 Hwy 3 Hubbards, the market will run every Saturday until the end of October from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon.

13TH ANNUAL EXHIBITION & SALE (10:00 am - 5:00 pm)

Saturday, May 11 & Sunday, May 12

The Aspotogan Arts and Crafts is pleased to announce its 13TH ANNUAL EXHIBITION & SALE at the District #1 Community Centre, Blandford from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.  A wide variety of original artwork at very reasonable prices.  A great destination for Mother's day.

MOTHER'S DAY SUPPER (4:00 pm - 6:00 pm)

MOTHER'S DAY SUPPER at the Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Road, New Ross.  Doors open 4:00 pm.  Serving from 4:30 to 6:00 pm. Enjoy chicken, cranberries, peas, carrots, potatoes, dessert, pie, tea/coffee.  Adults $11, Children (5-12) $5.50 and under 5 years $2.50.  For more info call 689-2000 or 689-2612.

FISH FRY (4:30 pm - 6:30 pm)

FISH FRY at the Chester United Baptist Church from 4:30 to 6:30 pm.  Enjoy pan fried haddock, mashed potatoes, two vegetables, coleslaw, rolls, dessert, tea/coffee.  Cost $12.  There will be a Silent Auction with handcrafted items.   All proceeds are for the upgrade of the Church organ.

COUNTRY JAMBOREE (7:00 pm - 10:00 pm)

COUNTRY JAMBOREE at the Little Red School, Canaan from 7:00 to 10:00 pm.  Local musicians.  Free admission, 50/50, Raffle Draws and lunch provided.

13TH ANNUAL EXHIBITION & SALE (10:00 am - 5:00 pm)

Saturday, May 11 & Sunday, May 12

The Aspotogan Arts and Crafts is pleased to announce its 13TH ANNUAL EXHIBITION & SALE at the District #1 Community Centre, Blandford from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.  A wide variety of original artwork at very reasonable prices.  A great destination for Mother's day.

MOTHER'S DAY CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH (12:30 - noon - 2:30 pm)

MOTHER'S DAY CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH at the Chester Basin Legion from 12:30 to 2:30 pm.  Menu:  Champagne Cocktail, Belgium Waffles, Eggs Piraeus Italiano, Squash & Apple Soup, Medallions of Pork with Rosemary, Mushroom & Ham Stuffed Chicken Breast, Beef Dijon au Vin, Dessert is Zabaglione, Fresh Rolls, tea/coffee.  Cost $17.  Children (under 12years) $12 and Children under 5 years are free.  ADVANCED TICKETS must be purchased by TUESDAY, MAY 7 by calling the Legion 275-4767 or Paul/Betty 275-2577.

CHESTER GARDEN CLUB PRESENTS (6:30 pm - 8:00 pm)

CHESTER GARDEN CLUB MEETING at St Stephen's Parish Community Centre 6:30 for 7:00 pm.   A presentation by Myra Knight: Elements and Principles of Floral Design.  Refreshments followed by monthly meeting.  New members always welcome.  For more info email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit www.chestergardenclub.wordpress.com.

RIDE OF SILENCE (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm)

RIDE OF SILENCE at Bayswater Beach at 6:30 pm.  15 km silent bike ride to commemorate vulnerable road users hurt or killed.  For more info call 857-3600, or www.aspotoganroute.org

MUSIQUE ROYALE PRESENTS... (7:00 pm - 9:00 pm)

Musique Royale is pleased to present CAPELLA REGALIS MEN AND BOYS CHOIR directed by Nick Halley in a tour of 5 communities throughout Nova Scotia. The tour begins this Friday evening starting 7:00 pm at St. Stephen's Anglican Church in Chester. Tickets are $20 and will be available at the door.

HUBBARDS FARMERS' MARKET OPENS TODAY (8:00 am - 12:00 - noon)

HUBBARDS FARMERS' MARKET opens for its 2013 season on Saturday, May 11. Located at the beautiful Hubbards Barn & Community Park, #57 Hwy 3 Hubbards, the market will run every Saturday until the end of October from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon.

GARDEN FAIR (9:00 am - 12:00 - noon)

Basin Gardeners Association members are presenting a GARDEN FAIR from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon at the Aenon Baptist Church parking lot in Chester Basin.  You will find many reasonably priced plants and garden products for sale, as well as some "free stuff" from our gardeners.  For more info call Myra at 273-2000.

CHESTER PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS.... (7:30 pm - 9:30 pm)

CHESTER PLAYHOUSE IS PROUD TO PRESENT...Rose Cousins and Jennah Barry starting 7:30 pm.  For tickets/more info call the Playhouse 275-3933.

CRIB TOURNAMENT - CHESTER (1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)

CRIB TOURNAMENT at the Chester Legion starting 1:00 pm.

Council Meeting (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm)

Council meetings are open to the public. Subscribe to receive the meeting agenda or click here to view the agenda on our website.

Contact Info : Pam Myra, Municipal Clerk 151 King Street P O Box 369 Chester NS B0J 1J0 (902) 275-3554 Email : pmyra@chester.ca Url: http://www.chester.ca

NEWFIE BREAKFAST (7:30 am - 10:30 am)

NEWFIE BREAKFAST at the Chester Basin Legion from 7:30 to 10:30 am.

HUBBARDS FARMERS' MARKET OPENS TODAY (8:00 am - 12:00 - noon)

HUBBARDS FARMERS' MARKET opens for its 2013 season on Saturday, May 11. Located at the beautiful Hubbards Barn & Community Park, #57 Hwy 3 Hubbards, the market will run every Saturday until the end of October from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon.

BREAKFAST - BLANDFORD (9:00 am - 11:00 am)

BREAKFAST at the District #1 Community Centre, Blandford, from 9:00 to 11:00 am.  Bacon, sausage, eggs, hash browns, baked beans, toast, juice, tea/coffee.  Adults $7 (hst included), Youth 5-12 $3.50 (hst included), and Under 5 are FREE.

GARDENER'S SALE (9:00 am - 12:00 - noon)

CHESTER GARDEN CLUB GARDENER'S SALE at the Old Chester Train Station from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon.  Quality Perennials from Members' Gardens and Area Nurseries; Rhododendrons, shrubs and trees; good used garden tools, vases, pots and free compost.  For more info email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

S.A.V.E. (9:30 am - 12:00 - noon)

S.A.V.E. STUFF A VAN FOODBANK from 9:30 am to 12:00 noon.  Groups will be going door to door in the Chester Basin Area to collect food donations.  If you are not available that morning but wish to donate please leave your bag of items on your step with this notice attached to it.  If we miss you, you can drop off the food at the Aenon Baptist Church, 57 Hwy 12, that morning from 9:30 am to 12:00 noon.  Otherwise, you can take it to Chester Save Easy or Foodbank and place it in the Foodbank drop-off box at the front of the store.

DINNER & PENNY AUCTION (2:00 pm - 6:30 pm)

HOT TURKEY SANDWICH DINNER (with or without bread) take-outs available or CHOICE OF LOBSTER ROLL & VEGGIES (lobster roll must be pre-ordered).  Dinner with all the trimmings served from 4:00 to 6:30 pm at the Chester Legion.  Adults $10, Child's plate (10 & under) $6 and children under 5 years are free.  Kids corner from 1:00 to 4:00 pm with a fish pond, sucker pull, wheel of chances and face painting.  Penny Auction from 2:00 to 6:30 pm.   For more info call 275-5720 or 275-5966.  Proceeds for the Daffadilly Queens Cancer Relay for Life Team.

CHESTER PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS.... (7:30 pm - 9:30 pm)

CHESTER PLAYHOUSE IS PROUD TO PRESENT... Lucas Reeves and Acres & Acres starting 7:30 pm.  For tickets/more info call the Playhouse 275-3933.

GOSPEL CONCERT (7:00 pm - 9:00 pm)

GOSPEL CONCERT at the Chester United Baptist Church, 84 King Street starting 7:00 pm with Rev Dr. Jim Green & family.  This family is very talented and from the US.  Jim is Dr. Dan Green's brother.  Hymn Sing at 6:30 pm and concert at 7:00 pm.  Fellowship to follow.

CLIMATE WARS PRESENTATION (11:00 am - 12:00 - noon)

CLIMATE WARS PRESENTATION by Gwynn Dyer, freelance journalist, columnist, broadcaster, author and lecturer on international affairs for more than 20 years. No charge.  This will take place at Forest Heights Community School starting 11:00 am (arrive after 10:30 am) in the gymnasium.

Council Meeting - CANCELLED (6:00 pm - 6:00 pm)

Tonight's Council meeting was rescheduled to May 23.

Council meetings are open to the public. Subscribe to receive the meeting agenda or click here to view the agenda on our website.

Contact Info : Pam Myra, Municipal Clerk phone: (902) 275-3554 fax: (902) 275-4771 Email : pmyra@chester.ca