The Community Food Pantry is working with The Peoples Bank to once again sponsor Chester Gras, (Chestertown’s Mini Mardi Gras Celebration). The event will take place Saturday, February 7, 2015, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Like last year, the event will kick off with a Mardi Gras style parade in Downtown Chestertown.
After the Parade, everyone is invited to join in the fun, food and festivities under the Tent. This year the Tent will be located on High Street between Court and Queen Streets. Once again, there will be a Silent Auction boasting quality items and services from area merchants and restaurants. A highlight of the event will be gumbo donated by area restaurants and Mardi Gras style music.
We are planning an expanded Children’s area for 2015 to help keep up with the demand for face painting and mask making.
To make donations to support Chester Gras and the children served by the Backpack Programs please make your check payable to the Family and Community Partnerships of Kent County and mail c/o The Peoples Bank, P. O. Box 210, Chestertown, MD. All donations are tax deductible to the full extent of the law. Any questions, please contact Karen: 410-778-3500 or [email protected].
Again, all proceeds raised by Chester Gras will go to the area Backpack Programs.
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