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Sunday October 25, 2026
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7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Annual Town-wide Scarecrow Contest! - 7th Annual Scarecrow Contest
VOTING IS NOW LIVE FOR THE 2026 COMMUNITY FAVORITE!Click here to vote!Registration Deadline: Sunday, October 4, 2026Proceeds Benefit: Cheshire Human Services' programs that support Cheshire residents in need. Co-sponsored by: CPFA Artsplace, Cheshire-Prospect Chamber of Commerce, Cheshire Public Library and Cheshire Parks & Recreation
The Scarecrows are coming to Cheshire! All Scarecrows in the contest will be assigned a 10' x 10' area along the walking path at Bartlem Park!Individuals, families, groups, schools, businesses and organizations are all encouraged to share their creativity with the Cheshire community by creating an artistic scarecrow display for all to enjoy while exploring the paved walking trail at Bartlem Park. This is a great opportunity to showcase your business or organization. Proceeds will benefit the Town of Cheshire Human Services Department's programs that support Cheshire residents in need. Scarecrows will be on display for all to enjoy from October 8 through October 31. Community members are encouraged to vote for the Community Favorite through an online poll that will be available here from October 13 - October 18. An award ceremony will be held during the Mixville Halloween Bash at Mixville Park on Friday, October 23 at 5:00 p.m. Winners will be notified in advance so they can be sure to have a representative in attendance to accept their award. Rules for Participants:
Scarecrows must be constructed by the entrant using originality and creativity to impress the judges.
Scarecrows must be family-friendly and in good taste for public display.
At the Town's discretion, entries deemed offensive, political, religious, not family friendly or not in the good-natured spirit of the event will be removed.
Store-bought scarecrows are not permitted and participants should minimize use of premade materials.
Suggested minimum height of scarecrows is 4 feet.
Scarecrows are restricted to a maximum height of 10 feet and must fit within a 10' square footprint.
Entrants are responsible for set up and breakdown and must ensure their scarecrow can withstand the elements. All are encouraged to check on their creation after any severe weather and a few times during the display period.
Participants will be notified of their assigned location on Monday, October 5 and notification will be made via email.
Scarecrows can be installed as soon as the email notification is received and must be in place by 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 8.
No stakes may be used to secure the scarecrows! Hay bales and weighted umbrella stands make great bases instead.
Contest organizers will begin to take photos on October 8 (weather permitting) to create the slideshow and poll for Community Favorite.
Winners will be invited to a brief award ceremony during the Mixville Halloween Bash on Friday, October 23 at 5:00 p.m.
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Great Lawn
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8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Soccer Game
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
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RESERVED
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Pavilion
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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CHS Boys Soccer Practice
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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Monday October 26, 2026
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7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Annual Town-wide Scarecrow Contest! - 7th Annual Scarecrow Contest
VOTING IS NOW LIVE FOR THE 2026 COMMUNITY FAVORITE!Click here to vote!Registration Deadline: Sunday, October 4, 2026Proceeds Benefit: Cheshire Human Services' programs that support Cheshire residents in need. Co-sponsored by: CPFA Artsplace, Cheshire-Prospect Chamber of Commerce, Cheshire Public Library and Cheshire Parks & Recreation
The Scarecrows are coming to Cheshire! All Scarecrows in the contest will be assigned a 10' x 10' area along the walking path at Bartlem Park!Individuals, families, groups, schools, businesses and organizations are all encouraged to share their creativity with the Cheshire community by creating an artistic scarecrow display for all to enjoy while exploring the paved walking trail at Bartlem Park. This is a great opportunity to showcase your business or organization. Proceeds will benefit the Town of Cheshire Human Services Department's programs that support Cheshire residents in need. Scarecrows will be on display for all to enjoy from October 8 through October 31. Community members are encouraged to vote for the Community Favorite through an online poll that will be available here from October 13 - October 18. An award ceremony will be held during the Mixville Halloween Bash at Mixville Park on Friday, October 23 at 5:00 p.m. Winners will be notified in advance so they can be sure to have a representative in attendance to accept their award. Rules for Participants:
Scarecrows must be constructed by the entrant using originality and creativity to impress the judges.
Scarecrows must be family-friendly and in good taste for public display.
At the Town's discretion, entries deemed offensive, political, religious, not family friendly or not in the good-natured spirit of the event will be removed.
Store-bought scarecrows are not permitted and participants should minimize use of premade materials.
Suggested minimum height of scarecrows is 4 feet.
Scarecrows are restricted to a maximum height of 10 feet and must fit within a 10' square footprint.
Entrants are responsible for set up and breakdown and must ensure their scarecrow can withstand the elements. All are encouraged to check on their creation after any severe weather and a few times during the display period.
Participants will be notified of their assigned location on Monday, October 5 and notification will be made via email.
Scarecrows can be installed as soon as the email notification is received and must be in place by 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 8.
No stakes may be used to secure the scarecrows! Hay bales and weighted umbrella stands make great bases instead.
Contest organizers will begin to take photos on October 8 (weather permitting) to create the slideshow and poll for Community Favorite.
Winners will be invited to a brief award ceremony during the Mixville Halloween Bash on Friday, October 23 at 5:00 p.m.
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Great Lawn
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2:45 PM - 5:00 PM
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CHS Athletics
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Cheshire Youth Field Hockey
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Lacrosse Boys Mon Girls Fri
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M5 Multi-Use Field
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6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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Tuesday October 27, 2026
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7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Annual Town-wide Scarecrow Contest! - 7th Annual Scarecrow Contest
VOTING IS NOW LIVE FOR THE 2026 COMMUNITY FAVORITE!Click here to vote!Registration Deadline: Sunday, October 4, 2026Proceeds Benefit: Cheshire Human Services' programs that support Cheshire residents in need. Co-sponsored by: CPFA Artsplace, Cheshire-Prospect Chamber of Commerce, Cheshire Public Library and Cheshire Parks & Recreation
The Scarecrows are coming to Cheshire! All Scarecrows in the contest will be assigned a 10' x 10' area along the walking path at Bartlem Park!Individuals, families, groups, schools, businesses and organizations are all encouraged to share their creativity with the Cheshire community by creating an artistic scarecrow display for all to enjoy while exploring the paved walking trail at Bartlem Park. This is a great opportunity to showcase your business or organization. Proceeds will benefit the Town of Cheshire Human Services Department's programs that support Cheshire residents in need. Scarecrows will be on display for all to enjoy from October 8 through October 31. Community members are encouraged to vote for the Community Favorite through an online poll that will be available here from October 13 - October 18. An award ceremony will be held during the Mixville Halloween Bash at Mixville Park on Friday, October 23 at 5:00 p.m. Winners will be notified in advance so they can be sure to have a representative in attendance to accept their award. Rules for Participants:
Scarecrows must be constructed by the entrant using originality and creativity to impress the judges.
Scarecrows must be family-friendly and in good taste for public display.
At the Town's discretion, entries deemed offensive, political, religious, not family friendly or not in the good-natured spirit of the event will be removed.
Store-bought scarecrows are not permitted and participants should minimize use of premade materials.
Suggested minimum height of scarecrows is 4 feet.
Scarecrows are restricted to a maximum height of 10 feet and must fit within a 10' square footprint.
Entrants are responsible for set up and breakdown and must ensure their scarecrow can withstand the elements. All are encouraged to check on their creation after any severe weather and a few times during the display period.
Participants will be notified of their assigned location on Monday, October 5 and notification will be made via email.
Scarecrows can be installed as soon as the email notification is received and must be in place by 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 8.
No stakes may be used to secure the scarecrows! Hay bales and weighted umbrella stands make great bases instead.
Contest organizers will begin to take photos on October 8 (weather permitting) to create the slideshow and poll for Community Favorite.
Winners will be invited to a brief award ceremony during the Mixville Halloween Bash on Friday, October 23 at 5:00 p.m.
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Great Lawn
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2:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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CHS Athletics
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Skateboarding - Learn to Skateboard - Fall 2026
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Skate Park
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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CT Charge 10u
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D2 Skin infield
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5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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14U Cheshire Reds practices
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
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5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M6 Multi-Use Field
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5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
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5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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Wednesday October 28, 2026
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7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Annual Town-wide Scarecrow Contest! - 7th Annual Scarecrow Contest
VOTING IS NOW LIVE FOR THE 2026 COMMUNITY FAVORITE!Click here to vote!Registration Deadline: Sunday, October 4, 2026Proceeds Benefit: Cheshire Human Services' programs that support Cheshire residents in need. Co-sponsored by: CPFA Artsplace, Cheshire-Prospect Chamber of Commerce, Cheshire Public Library and Cheshire Parks & Recreation
The Scarecrows are coming to Cheshire! All Scarecrows in the contest will be assigned a 10' x 10' area along the walking path at Bartlem Park!Individuals, families, groups, schools, businesses and organizations are all encouraged to share their creativity with the Cheshire community by creating an artistic scarecrow display for all to enjoy while exploring the paved walking trail at Bartlem Park. This is a great opportunity to showcase your business or organization. Proceeds will benefit the Town of Cheshire Human Services Department's programs that support Cheshire residents in need. Scarecrows will be on display for all to enjoy from October 8 through October 31. Community members are encouraged to vote for the Community Favorite through an online poll that will be available here from October 13 - October 18. An award ceremony will be held during the Mixville Halloween Bash at Mixville Park on Friday, October 23 at 5:00 p.m. Winners will be notified in advance so they can be sure to have a representative in attendance to accept their award. Rules for Participants:
Scarecrows must be constructed by the entrant using originality and creativity to impress the judges.
Scarecrows must be family-friendly and in good taste for public display.
At the Town's discretion, entries deemed offensive, political, religious, not family friendly or not in the good-natured spirit of the event will be removed.
Store-bought scarecrows are not permitted and participants should minimize use of premade materials.
Suggested minimum height of scarecrows is 4 feet.
Scarecrows are restricted to a maximum height of 10 feet and must fit within a 10' square footprint.
Entrants are responsible for set up and breakdown and must ensure their scarecrow can withstand the elements. All are encouraged to check on their creation after any severe weather and a few times during the display period.
Participants will be notified of their assigned location on Monday, October 5 and notification will be made via email.
Scarecrows can be installed as soon as the email notification is received and must be in place by 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 8.
No stakes may be used to secure the scarecrows! Hay bales and weighted umbrella stands make great bases instead.
Contest organizers will begin to take photos on October 8 (weather permitting) to create the slideshow and poll for Community Favorite.
Winners will be invited to a brief award ceremony during the Mixville Halloween Bash on Friday, October 23 at 5:00 p.m.
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Great Lawn
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2:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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CHS Athletics
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Therapeutic Recreation - TR Walking Club Fall 2026
Therapeutic Recreation programs provide individuals with various abilities to participate in leisure activities. Participants will gain new experiences and have opportunities for social engagement in a supportive, safe environment with experienced staff.Programs are designed for participants with various special needs, but individuals without special needs are welcome to participate too! The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding. For more information about programs or to discuss a participant's specific needs, please contact Therapeutic Coordinator, Barbara Costello bcostello@cheshirect.gov.
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Walking Trail
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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CT Charge 9u
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D2 Skin infield
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Cheshire Reds Travel Baseball games
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
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5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M6 Multi-Use Field
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5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
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5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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Thursday October 29, 2026
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7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Annual Town-wide Scarecrow Contest! - 7th Annual Scarecrow Contest
VOTING IS NOW LIVE FOR THE 2026 COMMUNITY FAVORITE!Click here to vote!Registration Deadline: Sunday, October 4, 2026Proceeds Benefit: Cheshire Human Services' programs that support Cheshire residents in need. Co-sponsored by: CPFA Artsplace, Cheshire-Prospect Chamber of Commerce, Cheshire Public Library and Cheshire Parks & Recreation
The Scarecrows are coming to Cheshire! All Scarecrows in the contest will be assigned a 10' x 10' area along the walking path at Bartlem Park!Individuals, families, groups, schools, businesses and organizations are all encouraged to share their creativity with the Cheshire community by creating an artistic scarecrow display for all to enjoy while exploring the paved walking trail at Bartlem Park. This is a great opportunity to showcase your business or organization. Proceeds will benefit the Town of Cheshire Human Services Department's programs that support Cheshire residents in need. Scarecrows will be on display for all to enjoy from October 8 through October 31. Community members are encouraged to vote for the Community Favorite through an online poll that will be available here from October 13 - October 18. An award ceremony will be held during the Mixville Halloween Bash at Mixville Park on Friday, October 23 at 5:00 p.m. Winners will be notified in advance so they can be sure to have a representative in attendance to accept their award. Rules for Participants:
Scarecrows must be constructed by the entrant using originality and creativity to impress the judges.
Scarecrows must be family-friendly and in good taste for public display.
At the Town's discretion, entries deemed offensive, political, religious, not family friendly or not in the good-natured spirit of the event will be removed.
Store-bought scarecrows are not permitted and participants should minimize use of premade materials.
Suggested minimum height of scarecrows is 4 feet.
Scarecrows are restricted to a maximum height of 10 feet and must fit within a 10' square footprint.
Entrants are responsible for set up and breakdown and must ensure their scarecrow can withstand the elements. All are encouraged to check on their creation after any severe weather and a few times during the display period.
Participants will be notified of their assigned location on Monday, October 5 and notification will be made via email.
Scarecrows can be installed as soon as the email notification is received and must be in place by 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 8.
No stakes may be used to secure the scarecrows! Hay bales and weighted umbrella stands make great bases instead.
Contest organizers will begin to take photos on October 8 (weather permitting) to create the slideshow and poll for Community Favorite.
Winners will be invited to a brief award ceremony during the Mixville Halloween Bash on Friday, October 23 at 5:00 p.m.
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Great Lawn
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2:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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CHS Athletics
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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CT Charge 10u
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D2 Skin infield
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5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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14U Cheshire Reds practices
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
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5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M6 Multi-Use Field
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5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
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5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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Friday October 30, 2026
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7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Annual Town-wide Scarecrow Contest! - 7th Annual Scarecrow Contest
VOTING IS NOW LIVE FOR THE 2026 COMMUNITY FAVORITE!Click here to vote!Registration Deadline: Sunday, October 4, 2026Proceeds Benefit: Cheshire Human Services' programs that support Cheshire residents in need. Co-sponsored by: CPFA Artsplace, Cheshire-Prospect Chamber of Commerce, Cheshire Public Library and Cheshire Parks & Recreation
The Scarecrows are coming to Cheshire! All Scarecrows in the contest will be assigned a 10' x 10' area along the walking path at Bartlem Park!Individuals, families, groups, schools, businesses and organizations are all encouraged to share their creativity with the Cheshire community by creating an artistic scarecrow display for all to enjoy while exploring the paved walking trail at Bartlem Park. This is a great opportunity to showcase your business or organization. Proceeds will benefit the Town of Cheshire Human Services Department's programs that support Cheshire residents in need. Scarecrows will be on display for all to enjoy from October 8 through October 31. Community members are encouraged to vote for the Community Favorite through an online poll that will be available here from October 13 - October 18. An award ceremony will be held during the Mixville Halloween Bash at Mixville Park on Friday, October 23 at 5:00 p.m. Winners will be notified in advance so they can be sure to have a representative in attendance to accept their award. Rules for Participants:
Scarecrows must be constructed by the entrant using originality and creativity to impress the judges.
Scarecrows must be family-friendly and in good taste for public display.
At the Town's discretion, entries deemed offensive, political, religious, not family friendly or not in the good-natured spirit of the event will be removed.
Store-bought scarecrows are not permitted and participants should minimize use of premade materials.
Suggested minimum height of scarecrows is 4 feet.
Scarecrows are restricted to a maximum height of 10 feet and must fit within a 10' square footprint.
Entrants are responsible for set up and breakdown and must ensure their scarecrow can withstand the elements. All are encouraged to check on their creation after any severe weather and a few times during the display period.
Participants will be notified of their assigned location on Monday, October 5 and notification will be made via email.
Scarecrows can be installed as soon as the email notification is received and must be in place by 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 8.
No stakes may be used to secure the scarecrows! Hay bales and weighted umbrella stands make great bases instead.
Contest organizers will begin to take photos on October 8 (weather permitting) to create the slideshow and poll for Community Favorite.
Winners will be invited to a brief award ceremony during the Mixville Halloween Bash on Friday, October 23 at 5:00 p.m.
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Great Lawn
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2:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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CHS Athletics
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Lacrosse Boys Mon Girls Fri
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M5 Multi-Use Field
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Cheshire Reds Travel Baseball games
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
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5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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Saturday October 31, 2026
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7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Annual Town-wide Scarecrow Contest! - 7th Annual Scarecrow Contest
VOTING IS NOW LIVE FOR THE 2026 COMMUNITY FAVORITE!Click here to vote!Registration Deadline: Sunday, October 4, 2026Proceeds Benefit: Cheshire Human Services' programs that support Cheshire residents in need. Co-sponsored by: CPFA Artsplace, Cheshire-Prospect Chamber of Commerce, Cheshire Public Library and Cheshire Parks & Recreation
The Scarecrows are coming to Cheshire! All Scarecrows in the contest will be assigned a 10' x 10' area along the walking path at Bartlem Park!Individuals, families, groups, schools, businesses and organizations are all encouraged to share their creativity with the Cheshire community by creating an artistic scarecrow display for all to enjoy while exploring the paved walking trail at Bartlem Park. This is a great opportunity to showcase your business or organization. Proceeds will benefit the Town of Cheshire Human Services Department's programs that support Cheshire residents in need. Scarecrows will be on display for all to enjoy from October 8 through October 31. Community members are encouraged to vote for the Community Favorite through an online poll that will be available here from October 13 - October 18. An award ceremony will be held during the Mixville Halloween Bash at Mixville Park on Friday, October 23 at 5:00 p.m. Winners will be notified in advance so they can be sure to have a representative in attendance to accept their award. Rules for Participants:
Scarecrows must be constructed by the entrant using originality and creativity to impress the judges.
Scarecrows must be family-friendly and in good taste for public display.
At the Town's discretion, entries deemed offensive, political, religious, not family friendly or not in the good-natured spirit of the event will be removed.
Store-bought scarecrows are not permitted and participants should minimize use of premade materials.
Suggested minimum height of scarecrows is 4 feet.
Scarecrows are restricted to a maximum height of 10 feet and must fit within a 10' square footprint.
Entrants are responsible for set up and breakdown and must ensure their scarecrow can withstand the elements. All are encouraged to check on their creation after any severe weather and a few times during the display period.
Participants will be notified of their assigned location on Monday, October 5 and notification will be made via email.
Scarecrows can be installed as soon as the email notification is received and must be in place by 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 8.
No stakes may be used to secure the scarecrows! Hay bales and weighted umbrella stands make great bases instead.
Contest organizers will begin to take photos on October 8 (weather permitting) to create the slideshow and poll for Community Favorite.
Winners will be invited to a brief award ceremony during the Mixville Halloween Bash on Friday, October 23 at 5:00 p.m.
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Great Lawn
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8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football/Flag
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
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8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football/Flag
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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Sunday November 1, 2026
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7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Annual Town-wide Scarecrow Contest! - 7th Annual Scarecrow Contest
VOTING IS NOW LIVE FOR THE 2026 COMMUNITY FAVORITE!Click here to vote!Registration Deadline: Sunday, October 4, 2026Proceeds Benefit: Cheshire Human Services' programs that support Cheshire residents in need. Co-sponsored by: CPFA Artsplace, Cheshire-Prospect Chamber of Commerce, Cheshire Public Library and Cheshire Parks & Recreation
The Scarecrows are coming to Cheshire! All Scarecrows in the contest will be assigned a 10' x 10' area along the walking path at Bartlem Park!Individuals, families, groups, schools, businesses and organizations are all encouraged to share their creativity with the Cheshire community by creating an artistic scarecrow display for all to enjoy while exploring the paved walking trail at Bartlem Park. This is a great opportunity to showcase your business or organization. Proceeds will benefit the Town of Cheshire Human Services Department's programs that support Cheshire residents in need. Scarecrows will be on display for all to enjoy from October 8 through October 31. Community members are encouraged to vote for the Community Favorite through an online poll that will be available here from October 13 - October 18. An award ceremony will be held during the Mixville Halloween Bash at Mixville Park on Friday, October 23 at 5:00 p.m. Winners will be notified in advance so they can be sure to have a representative in attendance to accept their award. Rules for Participants:
Scarecrows must be constructed by the entrant using originality and creativity to impress the judges.
Scarecrows must be family-friendly and in good taste for public display.
At the Town's discretion, entries deemed offensive, political, religious, not family friendly or not in the good-natured spirit of the event will be removed.
Store-bought scarecrows are not permitted and participants should minimize use of premade materials.
Suggested minimum height of scarecrows is 4 feet.
Scarecrows are restricted to a maximum height of 10 feet and must fit within a 10' square footprint.
Entrants are responsible for set up and breakdown and must ensure their scarecrow can withstand the elements. All are encouraged to check on their creation after any severe weather and a few times during the display period.
Participants will be notified of their assigned location on Monday, October 5 and notification will be made via email.
Scarecrows can be installed as soon as the email notification is received and must be in place by 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 8.
No stakes may be used to secure the scarecrows! Hay bales and weighted umbrella stands make great bases instead.
Contest organizers will begin to take photos on October 8 (weather permitting) to create the slideshow and poll for Community Favorite.
Winners will be invited to a brief award ceremony during the Mixville Halloween Bash on Friday, October 23 at 5:00 p.m.
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Great Lawn
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9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Soccer League Game
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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practice
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M5 Multi-Use Field
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12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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practice
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M5 Multi-Use Field
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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CHS Boys Soccer Practice
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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Wednesday November 4, 2026
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2:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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CHS Athletics
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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CT Charge 9u
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D2 Skin infield
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5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M6 Multi-Use Field
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5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
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5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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Thursday November 5, 2026
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2:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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CHS Athletics
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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CT Charge 10u
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D2 Skin infield
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5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M6 Multi-Use Field
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5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
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5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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Tuesday November 10, 2026
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2:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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CHS Athletics
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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CT Charge 10u
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D2 Skin infield
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5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M6 Multi-Use Field
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5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
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5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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Thursday November 12, 2026
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2:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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CHS Athletics
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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CT Charge 10u
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D2 Skin infield
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5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M6 Multi-Use Field
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5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M2 Multi-Use Field (North)
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5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
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5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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Saturday November 14, 2026
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8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football/Flag
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
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8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Cheshire Youth Football/Flag
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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RESERVED
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Parking Lot (Main)
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4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Vale SC Games
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Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
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