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Diane Johnson writes: Happy December! With all the winter weather in November and frigid weather so far this month, it is hard to believe that we are only in mid-December. It isn't even officially winter. This is a weekend for holiday events like The Sandwich Community Christmas/Holiday Party, Sandwich Singers Concert, and Twelfth Night at ATTP. Enjoy.
Items of interest this week
Skating Rink Open!
The skating rink at Remick Park in North Sandwich is now open. Please enjoy! Thanks, Ole Anderson
Sandwich Parks and Recreation Director, 284-6473, sandwichrecreation@gmail.com
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.
Art Gallery for Sale!
In late 2004, we were told that Surroundings was shutting down because Jessie and Steve Barrett were moving out of state. Wendy and I decided to make a big change in our lives and bought the gallery which we have operated since 2005. While we are not moving from the area, our current needs and priorities are putting us in a similar situation. We would love to talk with anybody interested in carrying on the tradition of fine art that Surroundings has offered over almost 40 years. If nobody is found, our intention is to close the gallery in 2019. You can call us at 603-476-5942 or email off board to dsutton68@gmail.com to discuss. Please pass this information along to somebody you know who may be interested. Thanks for your support over the past 14 years. Don & Wendy Sutton
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.
The skating rink at Remick Park in North Sandwich is now open. Please enjoy! Thanks, Ole Anderson
Sandwich Parks and Recreation Director, 284-6473, sandwichrecreation@gmail.com
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.
Art Gallery for Sale!
In late 2004, we were told that Surroundings was shutting down because Jessie and Steve Barrett were moving out of state. Wendy and I decided to make a big change in our lives and bought the gallery which we have operated since 2005. While we are not moving from the area, our current needs and priorities are putting us in a similar situation. We would love to talk with anybody interested in carrying on the tradition of fine art that Surroundings has offered over almost 40 years. If nobody is found, our intention is to close the gallery in 2019. You can call us at 603-476-5942 or email off board to dsutton68@gmail.com to discuss. Please pass this information along to somebody you know who may be interested. Thanks for your support over the past 14 years. Don & Wendy Sutton
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.
Library Book Bag Design Winner
Congratulations to Laura Cove for her winning design featured on the new Samuel H. Wentworth Library canvas book bags!! They are available for sale at the library during regular hours (M-Th 12-6, F 10-6, S 10-1). The library now has a small gift show with cards, picture jar openers, other goodies and of course books!
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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.
Grateful thanks to the Alfred Quimby Fund, the Town of Sandwich and Wedco for their support.
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