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Diane Johnson writes: Happy December! With all the winter weather in November, it is hard to believe that we are only in the first week of December. Christmas in the Village was warmly received by locals and visitors and the new snow helped set the mood. Saturday's weather was pretty perfect. Many thanks to all who helped make it a success.
Items of interest this week
November Weather
Rod Weinberg has collected and compiled weather data from his home weather station on Diamond Ledge Road. He reports: Several records for the month of November were reached. The coldest daytime high temperature of 10 degrees was set on the 22nd of the month. The previous record was 14 set on Nov. 29, 1990. The record for the heaviest snowstorm which is 12.2" was broken by the 16.3" that fell last Wednesday, November 28. The total monthly record of 23.1" set back in 1997 was broken by this November's total of 36.8." (The normal average is 5.7.") The record highest amount of total precipitation of 9.10" set back in 1983 will still stand this month but it was close at 8.78."
The average high temperature for this November was 37.0 degrees and the low 27.0 deg. This is 4.1 degrees below normal. The warmest day was 55 deg. on the 7th and the coldest 1 degree on the 22nd and 23rd of the month. (The record low for the month was 0 back in 1989.) Total snowfall was 36.8" which is 31.1" above the normal average. The total precipitation for the month was 8.78" which is 4.42" above normal. Winter snowcover began on the 13th which is the earliest in at least 51 years. The highest wind gust observed was 40 mph on the 22nd of the month.
Nordic Ski Trails Open
The Nordic ski trails in the center are open for use, starting at Quimby Field. I would like to request some consideration when using these trails. You are all more than welcome, and encouraged, to use the trails at any point. This trail system is also used by the Inter-Lakes Nordic ski team on several afternoons a week. It is possible the trails will be busy on a weekday afternoon, but by no means closed, during these practices.
I would like to ask anyone who uses the trails for non-skiing purposes to respect that these are first and foremost groomed trails for skiers. If you feel this is the best place to take a stroll, whether alone, in a group, or with a dog, please keep your foot traffic to the edge of the groomed area. Footprints through the groomed area can severely and dangerously impact the terrain for the skiers. Please keep foot traffic to the outermost portion of the groomed area. If you do take your dog, please pick up their poop. Not doing so is unacceptable anywhere and our groomed Nordic ski trails are no exception. I appreciate your cooperation and look forward to seeing you out on the trails! If you have any questions, program or event ideas, or would like to volunteer please contact me. Ole Anderson, Sandwich Parks and Recreation Director (603) 284-6473 sandwichrecreation@gmail.com
Sandwich Singers
Concerts will be at 7:00 pm Wednesday December 12 at Melvin Village Community Church; Thursday December 13 at St. Andrew’s-in-the-Valley; Sunday December 16 at the Methodist Meeting House in Center Sandwich.
Oldies Sale
Don Sutton writes: The annual "Oldies" sale is up and running at Surroundings Art Gallery. Oldies are discounted 25% and even newer artwork is discounted 10%. If you are interested in David McPhail's illustrations, look for 10-50% off. This is a great time to purchase original art from local artists. Come by 12 Main Street in Sandwich to see the great deals in person or check out our website at www.surroundingsart.com. We are open weekends (11-4 on Saturday and 12-4 on Sunday) until early December and our phone number is 603-284-6888.
New Year-round Hours at the Sandwich Transfer Station
The Sandwich Transfer Station will have new year-round hours starting on August 1st:
Sunday: 11am-4pm
Wednesday: 8am-4pm
FRIDAY: 8am-4pm
Saturday: 8am-4pm
Note: We are adding an extra day during the week (Friday), and shortening up our Sunday hours a bit.
Rod Weinberg has collected and compiled weather data from his home weather station on Diamond Ledge Road. He reports: Several records for the month of November were reached. The coldest daytime high temperature of 10 degrees was set on the 22nd of the month. The previous record was 14 set on Nov. 29, 1990. The record for the heaviest snowstorm which is 12.2" was broken by the 16.3" that fell last Wednesday, November 28. The total monthly record of 23.1" set back in 1997 was broken by this November's total of 36.8." (The normal average is 5.7.") The record highest amount of total precipitation of 9.10" set back in 1983 will still stand this month but it was close at 8.78."
The average high temperature for this November was 37.0 degrees and the low 27.0 deg. This is 4.1 degrees below normal. The warmest day was 55 deg. on the 7th and the coldest 1 degree on the 22nd and 23rd of the month. (The record low for the month was 0 back in 1989.) Total snowfall was 36.8" which is 31.1" above the normal average. The total precipitation for the month was 8.78" which is 4.42" above normal. Winter snowcover began on the 13th which is the earliest in at least 51 years. The highest wind gust observed was 40 mph on the 22nd of the month.
Nordic Ski Trails Open
The Nordic ski trails in the center are open for use, starting at Quimby Field. I would like to request some consideration when using these trails. You are all more than welcome, and encouraged, to use the trails at any point. This trail system is also used by the Inter-Lakes Nordic ski team on several afternoons a week. It is possible the trails will be busy on a weekday afternoon, but by no means closed, during these practices.
I would like to ask anyone who uses the trails for non-skiing purposes to respect that these are first and foremost groomed trails for skiers. If you feel this is the best place to take a stroll, whether alone, in a group, or with a dog, please keep your foot traffic to the edge of the groomed area. Footprints through the groomed area can severely and dangerously impact the terrain for the skiers. Please keep foot traffic to the outermost portion of the groomed area. If you do take your dog, please pick up their poop. Not doing so is unacceptable anywhere and our groomed Nordic ski trails are no exception. I appreciate your cooperation and look forward to seeing you out on the trails! If you have any questions, program or event ideas, or would like to volunteer please contact me. Ole Anderson, Sandwich Parks and Recreation Director (603) 284-6473 sandwichrecreation@gmail.com
Sandwich Singers
Concerts will be at 7:00 pm Wednesday December 12 at Melvin Village Community Church; Thursday December 13 at St. Andrew’s-in-the-Valley; Sunday December 16 at the Methodist Meeting House in Center Sandwich.
Oldies Sale
Don Sutton writes: The annual "Oldies" sale is up and running at Surroundings Art Gallery. Oldies are discounted 25% and even newer artwork is discounted 10%. If you are interested in David McPhail's illustrations, look for 10-50% off. This is a great time to purchase original art from local artists. Come by 12 Main Street in Sandwich to see the great deals in person or check out our website at www.surroundingsart.com. We are open weekends (11-4 on Saturday and 12-4 on Sunday) until early December and our phone number is 603-284-6888.
New Year-round Hours at the Sandwich Transfer Station
The Sandwich Transfer Station will have new year-round hours starting on August 1st:
Sunday: 11am-4pm
Wednesday: 8am-4pm
FRIDAY: 8am-4pm
Saturday: 8am-4pm
Note: We are adding an extra day during the week (Friday), and shortening up our Sunday hours a bit.
Photos from the Sandwich Fair
The 108th Sandwich Fair has come and gone. There was some wonderful weather and some less than wonderful weather. Here are a few photos of this year's fair, taken by Jude Davis.
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Those who visit Sandwich, NH, often find themselves planning to return. Some even return here to live. What makes Sandwich such a prized destination? An invigorating atmosphere, friendly people and quiet streets. Clear waters and scenic views in the White Mountains. Plenty to see and do embedded in the vibrant spirit of an historic New England town. I am grateful to be part of this exceptional community.
Those who visit Sandwich, NH, often find themselves planning to return. Some even return here to live. What makes Sandwich such a prized destination? An invigorating atmosphere, friendly people and quiet streets. Clear waters and scenic views in the White Mountains. Plenty to see and do embedded in the vibrant spirit of an historic New England town. I am grateful to be part of this exceptional community.
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