GOURMET PICNIC BASKET

Back by popular demand the famous Chester Municipality Heritage Society (CMHS) GOURMET PICNIC BASKETS.  In 2017, CMHS began a fundraiser of making themed picnic baskets full of delicious food and drink, beautiful linens and glasses to benefit the Chester Municipal Heritage Society’s many programs benefiting Lordly House, Maple Cottage, the Chester Train Station and the much-enjoyed Lordly Park.  Chester Landmarks that are loved and enjoyed by all residents and visitors in the area. This year’s theme is based on Chester’s naval heritage called “Homefront Picnic”.   During World War II the citizens of Chester opened their village to the forces stationed in Halifax providing much needed rest and recreation at Chester’s Hackmatack Inn. Among the entertainments provided by the local residents were picnics. We are inspired by them and would like to build on this tradition. The basket names reflect our naval theme. Admiral basket for two $500; Commodore basket for two $250; Captain basket for two $125; Commander basket for one $75.  Baskets will be ready for pick up at the Chester United Baptist Church the afternoon of July 27, to take home for your personal picnic. We hope that you will consider buying a picnic basket this year and maybe even volunteering to help create them.