Chelmsford Winterfest
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| Official Website: | Chelmsford Winterfest |
| Location: | Downtown, Chelmsford, MA, 01824 map |
| Phone: | 978-256-5521 |
| Dates: | Friday, February 1, 2013 - Sunday, February 3, 2013 |
| Hours: | Hours Vary see below |
| In/Outdoor: | Indoor, Outdoor |
| Cost: | Free |
| Category: | Fairs & Festivals |
Friday, February 1, 2013
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Friday Night Lights: Night Snow Shoeing at Russell Mill Forest (weather permitting). Enjoy a special edition of “Friday Night Lights.” Meet at the main parking lot of Russell Mill Soccer Fields at 5:30 p.m. and explore over 6 miles of snowshoe trails on the 120 acres of town conservation land that stretches along Russell Mill Pond.
Groups are broken up by ability from slow enjoyable walks to ones that will give even the best athletes a challenge. Hot chocolate and light snacks in the parking lot when groups return. Bring your own snowshoes and a night headlamp. Like all Chelmsford Open Space events, this is free and family friendly.
7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. - WinterFest/One Book Kick-off Community Social at the Chelmsford Library
Local restaurants and bakeries will provide their best comfort foods. And as in past years, Harrington’s Wines & Liquors will make it possible for us to sell beer and wine. You can still purchase your ticket at the library for $20 per person. Watch the donor’s list (on the left of this page) as we list our participating restaurants and vendors.
Saturday, February 2, 2013
8:00 -10:30 a.m. Central Co-Op Nursery School Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction at the Central Congregational Church at 1 Worthen Street.
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Outdoor Activities at Roberts Field. Ice Skating, cross country skiing, snowshoeing and hot refreshments sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 77.
9:30 a.m. -5:30 p.m. Chelmsford Cultural Council’s Photo Exhibit at the Chelmsford Public Library. View the entries to the Chelmsford Cultural Council’s annual photography contest. See 2 p.m. for details on the reception this afternoon.
10 a.m. -2 p.m. Farmers Market at Agway. Live music and a fundraiser sponsored by the Chelmsford Open Space Stewardship.
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Malt Shop, Girl Scout Troop 215 – Central Baptist Church.
Take a break from the outdoor festivities with this beloved annual tradition at Chelmsford’s Winter Fest sponsored by Girl Scout Troop 215.
The Pink Ladies Malt Shop will run from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on February 2nd at the Central Baptist Church, 9 Academy Street in Chelmsford. Get ready for the return of poodle skirts, hula hoops and doo-wop! The tasty menu will include grilled cheese sandwiches, hot dogs, ice cream sundaes, frappes and root beer floats. Retro games and trivia will keep customers entertained as the Girl Scouts from Chelmsford Troop 215 dish up service with a smile!
Noon – 5 p.m. Chowder Fest, Free Family Fun and Entertainment at the Senior Center
Come out of the cold and enjoy some hot, delicious food, entertainment and great FAMILY FUN! Free kids games, prizes, popcorn & balloons. For Sale: Clam, Corn and Fish Chowder, Hot Dogs Combo (chips & drink included), Pizza, Apple Crisp, Ice-Cream & Baked Goods. Treasure Shop will be open. Donations for all activities are appreciated!
1 p.m. MacKay Welcomes Davis Bates
Davis Bates will present a special concert at the MacKay Library to help us celebrate WinterFest This is a wonderful drop-in family program for all ages so please stop by, warm up and tap your toes to great tunes and listen to some wonderful stories.
2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Exhibit/Reception
The Chelmsford Cultural Council’s Annual Photography Contest/Exhibit continues at the Chelmsford Library with a 2 p.m. reception. Winners of the Photography Contest will be recognized as will 2013 Cultural Council grant recipients. Music and refreshments.
Sunday, February 3, 2013
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Outdoor Activities at Roberts Field. Ice skating, cross country skiing, snowshoeing at Roberts Field. Boy Scout Troop 77 will be serving up hot refreshments.
1:30 – 2:50 p.m. Free Public Skate at the Chelmsford Forum. Let the Forum know you are a WINTERFEST PARTICIPANT and you can get Free Skate Rental Also!
2 – 4 p.m. Winter Nature Walk. The Chelmsford Land Conservation Trust will be sponsoring a Winter Nature Walk on Sunday, February 5th at the Archer Meadowbrook Reservation at the dead end on Fenwick Drive (off Route 4).
At the end of the walk there will be a bonfire and s’mores at Skunk Island. Bring all the children you can find! Organizers respectfully request that you leave your dog at home.
All times and events are subject to change. You can link to the WinterFest Webpage from the Library’s website (www.chelmsfordlibrary.org) or the Town Offices website (www.townofchelmsford.us)
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