🌱 Chester Fair This Weekend + Fall In CT Is Going To Be Colorful

Hey, everybody! I'm back in your inbox this morning with everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days. Today we'll cover:

• Chester Fair.
• Fall is predicted to be great.
• Essex Historical Society walk.

But first, today's weather: A couple of afternoon showers. High: 71 Low: 64.

Here are the top stories today in Essex-Chester-Deep River:

1. Are you ready for the weekend and the Chester Fair? The fair kicks of on Friday, Aug. 25 and runs through Sunday, Aug. 27. There will be livestock shows, a bevy of childrens' activities, carnival rides, an assortment of food, live music, a beer tent, horse and pony pulls, and so much more. Gather your friends and family and head over to the Chester Fair grounds. See you there! (Chester Fair via Facebook)
2. Fall is a beautiful time here in Connecticut, but what will it be like this year after the crazy weather we have had this summer? Not to worry. According to the Middletown Press, "The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environment (DEEP) published a new report with the office of tourism that said the state is headed for a fall foliage season filled with "vibrant" colors." Get your cameras ready. (Middletown Press)
3. Join the Essex Historical Society this weekend and explore Essex as history hits the streets for a walking tour of West Avenue and Prospect Street. These family-friendly walks cost $5 per person and are free to EHS members. The event begins at the Pratt House, 19 West Ave. at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 26. (Patch)

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Thursday, August 24

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• Town of Essex – Government: "#DYK that with the rise of online shopping we generate more than 6.1 MILLION tons of cardboard a year at home, but we only recycle about 36 percent of this? Next time you buy something online — help save trees by recycling the box!" (Town of Essex – Government via Facebook)
• Visit Chester CT: "Green beans mean summer! They are looking so good but as farmers we can’t just live in the moment! Last night we looked ahead to the fall and had probably our last big seeding and planting night." (Visit Chester CT via Facebook)
• Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau: "We have had an incredible response to our new podcast, Tri-Town Talks! This week we start with the very basics- what is prevention? We are currently on Spotify, which can be accessed by clicking the LinkTree in our bio!" (Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau via Facebook)
• Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau: "Does your kiddo have big feelings about school? In this week's newsletter we highlight a handful of easy strategies to help them work through their concerns. https://mailchi.mp/ttysb/gt7pycu4ed-10616762" (Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau via Facebook)

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— Karena Garrity

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