The annual Polar Bear Dip was over quickly as the participants tried to warm up as fast as possible.
Chester Greenwood Day
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Roderick-Crosby American Legion Post 28 craft fair features many unique crafts
From wood carving to crochet, the Roderick-Crosby American Legion Post 28 craft fair had much to offer.
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Farmington Rotary Club Festival of Trees turns Community Center into a dazzling forest
The annual Farmington Rotary Club Festival of Trees took place on Chester Greenwood Day.
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Chester Greenwood Day celebrates 48th year in Farmington
The 48th annual Chester Greenwood Day parade in Farmington delighted spectators with creative floats, festive walkers and holiday cheer on a blustery 25-degree day.
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Farmington celebrates native son with earmuff parade
Chandler Clark, 4, looks down the Chester Greenwood Day parade route Saturday morning with his aunt, Heidi Hedstrom. Chandler’s earmuffs were originally worn by Hedstrom in 1989 when she marched for George H.W. Bush’s inauguration with the Mt. Blue High School marching band. FARMINGTON — Earmuffs of all shapes, goofiness and character attended the 42nd […]
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Chester Greenwood Day to include gingerbread contest, horse-drawn rides
FARMINGTON — The 42nd celebration of Chester Greenwood Day will be Saturday, Dec. 1, in downtown Farmington. The Franklin County Chamber of Commerce will present the annual celebration of Chester Greenwood, Farmington native and earmuff inventor. The theme this year is “Sights and Sounds of the Season.” Returning this year is the “Taste of Farmington” […]
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Chester Greenwood Day celebrates earmuff inventor
FARMINGTON — The 41st Chester Greenwood Day, a celebration of the earmuff inventor and illustrious resident, will take place Saturday, Dec. 2, in downtown Farmington. It’s hosted by the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce. The theme is Favorite Childhood Toy. The day includes a variety of activities from craft sales to open houses, the Rotary’s Festival […]
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Farmington’s 39th annual Chester Greenwood Day set for Saturday
FARMINGTON — The earmuffs are coming out of storage as Farmington remembers the hometown inventor Saturday at the 39th annual Chester Greenwood Day. In addition to the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce’s annual parade, Farmington Rotary Club’s Festival of Trees, and the annual Polar Bear Dip in Clearwater Lake, a Christmas tree lighting is planned […]
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Farmington groups plan activities for Chester Greenwood Day
FARMINGTON — The annual Chester Greenwood Day celebration Saturday will feature activities planned by local groups and organizations. The Farmington Historical Society will open the Octagon House, the Titcomb House and the Old North Church in downtown Farmington, according to a release. At the Octagon House at High and Perham streets visitors can view the […]
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Farmington’s Pierce House celebrates Chester and Isabel Greenwood
FARMINGTON — Chester and Isabel Greenwood made an impact on Farmington far beyond Chester’s fame as the creator of earmuffs and other inventions. The Pierce House will celebrate the couple’s dedication to the community on Chester Greenwood Day, Saturday, Dec. 6, with an open house planned from 1 to 3 p.m. Along with old-fashioned treats […]