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SANDWICH NEWS COLUMN
SUBMITTED BY DIANE COOK JOHNSON
How quickly we forget our old routines when new ones take their place. I am now on a different mental schedule now that I no longer have anyone in school. To me it’s been summer for several weeks as most of my peers have children in college and they have been home for more than a month. Some mornings I see the school bus go by and it strikes me that the public schools are still in session for a few more weeks. I still sometimes operate around the school day as I plan out 4-H projects. On those days I have to be ready for kids at 2:45. However at this time of year, when planning projects I am often scheduling around baseball and softball games and not school. Right now if I need to catch up with 4-H leaders, parents, and kids Quimby Field is the place to be on a nice afternoon.
Sandwich Fair Meeting
The Sandwich Fair Association, Inc. will hold a membership/chairperson meeting on Tuesday, June 16 in the craft building at 7:30 p.m. This will be an informal, informational meeting and anyone who would like to be a part of the Sandwich Fair is most welcome. There will be a general discussion for all chair people directly after the membership meeting for those interested.
Quimby School Banquet
The Quimby School Association will hold it's annual Banquet and Reunion at the Moultonborough Lion's Club on Saturday, June 27th. Social Hour - 5:00. Dinner - 6:00. Following dinner, Joan Cook will show slides on "Schools of Sandwich." Cost $15.00. Call Ethel Clifford 284-6563 or Pam Elliott 284-6623 for reservations.
Old Home Week 2009
The 111th Sandwich Old Home Week celebration will be held August 9-16. Anyone who has information on events for this week should turn it in to the Rec Office by June 19th. Please e-mail the information to: wtctennis@yahoo.com and include the title of the program, where it will be held, the time and date of the event, the contact information of the person in charge and a brief description.
OHW Garage Sale
A Town Garage Sale is being organized during Old Home Week by Claire Smith, Janet Robinson, and Deborah Plimmer. It will be held on Saturday, 15 August from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in one of the Sandwich Fair Buildings. There is no fee for a table for sellers. So save the date & start collecting your excess treasures to sell. Questions: call one of the organizers. Claire - 284-7747; Janet - 284-6406; Deborah - 284-7154.
Sandwich Farmer’s Market
Monty Carlson has sent in a piece about the Sandwich Farmer’s Market which is now underway for the summer and fall. She writes: Jennifer's hens are polishing the eggs. The radishes are swelling up and getting redder. The lettuce, arugula and spinach are making sure they drink all the morning dew so they'll be very tender and sweet. All for you, this Saturday (and each Saturday during the summer and fall) from 9 a.m. to noon under the pines at the library in Center Sandwich.
Eating locally takes thought and purpose. All of our loyal buyers and shoppers last year helped every local grower buy groceries, pay the taxes, real sustaining of our families. And you talked to us about what vegetables you like, the cilantro and basil you must have, the blue hubbard you dream of. We've planted them for you this spring. And we've enriched the soil, encouraged a whole cosmos of nutrients, microorganisms, worms and creepy crawlies to aerate Sandwich lumps into rich chocolatey soil. We're sustaining Sandwich lands, with your help.
Best of all, the market might sustain you, filling your veins with the incredible and nutritious and delicious wonders of spinach picked Saturday at dawn. Come and sustain yourself. One bite of a French breakfast radish might set you up for a week. Sunday's omelet needs locally grown cage-free eggs! See you there.
Sandwich Gallery Walk
Friday, June 19 from 5-7 p.m. is the day of the first Gallery Walk in Center Sandwich.
Join the Galleries and the Corner House Inn for an evening stroll through the town looking at the best in art and craft. Finish with a delicious dinner at the Corner House Inn! A visit to all three galleries will earn you a discount on your dinner.
Several years ago Patricia Ladd Carega Gallery, the Sandwich Industries, and Surroundings Gallery joined with the Corner House Inn to initiate Gallery Walks in Center Sandwich. Though not a new idea (First Friday’s exist in many cities) , the charm of Sandwich and the fact that there are three galleries in this very small center seemed a natural combination for an evening of culture and cuisine. Visitors to the evenings have been very enthusiastic about the Gallery Walks so bring your family and friends and come to Sandwich on June 19!
Patricia Ladd Carega Gallery shows contemporary art in all media. The gallery has revolving shows during the summer months. The current exhibit is “Limited Editions”, an exhibit of monotypes, and other work in small edition. www.patricialaddcarega.com
The Sandwich Home Industries exhibits crafts at their best. Set just behind the village green, visitors to the industries will find glass, wood, jewelry, fiber and clay among the crafts on view. 284 6831
Surroundings Gallery specializes in New Hampshire landscapes. On exhibit are a wide range of paintings in oil and watercolor by artists painting in our state. Also the wonderful pigs of David McPhail are a delight to young and old alike. www.surroundingsart.com.
The Corner House Inn is the mainstay of fine dining not only in Sandwich but also in the Lakes Region. Both locals and visitors enjoy delectable dishes created in the kitchen of the CHI. Whether you are in the pub or the dining rooms downstairs, an evening at the Corner House combines great atmosphere with great food. www.cornerhouseinn.com.
Let’s Cut the Baloney!
Let’s scoop the Jell-O and hoist some macaroni and cheese too. But let’s do it with metal utensils rather than plastic! The Sandwich Central School’s Green Team wants to switch the school’s cafeteria cutlery from the daily throw-away plastic now being used to the more environmentally sound stainless steel variety that can be found in most of our kitchens. The students are seeking donations of stainless steel spoons, knives and forks. Any number of extra pieces that you no longer use or are willing to spare will be very gratefully collected at these locations: 1. The dump (please let Marilyn know that they are for the school); 2. Mocha Rizing; 3. At the front office of the school. The Green Team thanks you!
Swim 2009
Wendy Van de Poll would like to thank the area businesses and artists that have so far contributed to "The Swim 2009". However, if you would still like to donate there is time!
The annual meeting and silent auction for the Loon Preservation Center is on June 20th!
The Squam Lake Swimming Sisters and da Bro are requesting your donations for the "Swim 2009". So, if you have anything that you would like to donate for the silent auction (art, photo, service, dinner, etc) it would greatly be appreciated. Please email wildk9@gmail.com or call Wendy Van de Poll 284-6850.
American Lung Association Fundraiser
Rachel Booty Bartlett writes: You may have seen my son Parker and I riding through the Lakes Region on our tandem (2 person) bike during the past two months. We are training to ride 180 miles across the state of Maine in support of the American Lung Association. Our training is going great but we have 10 days till our ride and still have not yet met the minimum fundraising goal to ride ($500 each).
We are looking for sponsors to support our ride for clean air and healthy lungs. If you can make a small donation to our ride we have a donation jar at Mocha Rizing or you can donate online at www.mrsnv.com/evt/e01/pldg/search.jsp?id=2078. Just enter in our names: Rachel Bartlett or Parker Caswell. Thank you for your support!!
Wednesday Night Recitals
Don Sutton. owner of Surroundings Gallery, is once again going to host Wednesday Night Recitals during July and August. The intent of these events is to showcase some of the wonderful musical talent we have in the area in a small, intimate setting. These are not professional "gigs", but rather non professionals who enjoy sharing their gift with the community or emerging professionals who need a little exposure. Or in the case of some emerging professionals, it is an opportunity to gain some exposure to the community.
Don writes: “Last year we had the opportunity to hear several pianists (Nixon Bicknell, Nick Nichols, Noelle Beaudin, Tom Robinson, Mary Fleishman), jazz combos (Tom Robinson, Trish Holland), and performances by students from the New Hampshire Independent School of Music. A real delight was when Jerry Butters said he would fill
in for Nick Nichols and stunned the audience with his keyboard skills on the
piano. He had never played in public, but was wonderful.”
Shepley Metcalf, Mary Fleishman, and Trish Holland are already on the schedule and once again he will have performances by students from the New Hampshire Independent School of Music. But he is still looking for others who may be interested. Please contact Don at 284-6888 if you are interested. The evenings are relaxed and fun and a great way to gain confidence in performing in public. But more importantly, it is an opportunity for the community to witness and celebrate the tremendous performing arts capability that surrounds us.
Sandwich Fire and Rescue
The Sandwich Fire/Rescue Department responded to 4 Medical Emergencies, 1 Medical Alarm Activation, 2 Motor Vehicle Accidents, 2 Unknown type fires, 1 Boater in Distress, 1 Utility Pole Fire, 1 Odor of Gas in the Building and 1 Service Call.
On May 3rd, members held a Work Detail at the station for vehicle maintenance, Temsis Documentation and cleaning of 20R1. On May 6th, members participated in Vehicle Extrication Training. On May 7th, EMT's Dale MacKay and Sue Michalski participated in STEMI Recognition at Huggins Hospital. On May 9th, Porter Moore exercised the Cafs System on 20E2. On May 10th, Chief Louie Brunelle did Administrative work.
On May 11th, members participated in a Work Detail. On May 12th, members were called to a Vittum Hill Rd. residence for a cat stuck in a tree. Upon attempting to retrieve the 17 pound feline, it did a "flying squirrel" maneuver and ended up higher on the tree next to the one it was stuck on. After many failed attempts and not having a ladder that reached high enough, the owner left popcorn for the feline overnight to entice it to come down, which it finally did.
On May 15th, Deputy Chief Mike Canfield and Firefighter Porter Moore Pumped out Fire Hydrants. Also on the 15th, Chief Louie Brunelle did Administrative work. On May 16th, members were called to an unknown type fire in the area of the fairgrounds in which it turned out to be a permit fire. On May 17th, members were called to Mill Bridge Rd. for a Motor Vehicle Accident in which a teenager lost control of her vehicle and struck a utility pole. Minor injuries were reported and the car was towed.
On May 19th, members participated in Pumper Relay Training. On May 20th, Dale Mackay did Engineering work. On May 23rd, Chief Louie Brunelle performed Administrative work. On May 25th, members responded to a boater in distress call on Rattlesnake Cove. Holderness Fire Rescue and Marine Patrol also assisted and the party made it to shore safely.
On May 28th, Deputy Chief Mike Canfield and Firefighter Ted Call worked on the Forestry Truck to get it ready for service. On May 30th, members were called to the scene of a late night Motor Vehicle accident on Bearcamp Pond Rd. The teen driver lost control of his vehicle and rolled it over. No injuries were reported. Also on May 30th, Louie Brunelle performed Administrative work. On May 31st, Porter Moore exercised 20E2.
Incident Report May 2009: May 1, Medical Emergency, Holderness Rd; May 4, Medical Emergency, Mt. Israel Rd; May 9, Unknown Type Fire, N. Sandwich Rd; May 12, Service Call, Vittum Hill Rd.; May 16, Unknown Type Fire, Fairgrounds ; May 17, Motor Vehicle Accident, Millbridge Rd.; May 22, Medical Emergency, Whiteface Rd.; May 23, Medical Alarm Activation, Vittum Hill Rd.; May 25, Boat in Distress, Rattlesnake Cove; May 27, Odor of Gas in Building, Squam Lake Rd.; May 27, Utility Pole Fire, Rt. 113 N. Sandwich; May 30, Motor Vehicle Accident, Bearcamp Pond Rd.; May 31, Medical Emergency, Foss Flats Rd.
Historic District Commission
There is an opening for an Alternate Member on our Historic District Commission. This Commission meets the third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Please submit a letter of interest to the Board of Selectmen: PO Box 194, Center Sandwich, NH 03227, or e-mail one to tos@cyberpine.net. Deadline: Friday, June 19th. Thank you-The Selectmen's Office. 284-7701
Results of the Master Plan Update First Public Forum
A total of 86 people attended the Sandwich Master Plan update first public forum on May 2, 2009. The attendees split into seven small groups to discuss what they saw as Sandwich’s strengths and challenges. Combining the groups’ results, the five top-ranked strengths were: natural/water resources and the environment; the active, caring community; the small town, rural character; demographic diversity; and cultural identity -- sense of history/historic preservation. The five top-ranked concerns were: the need for more jobs/retail/services; the challenge of maintaining municipal services without raising taxes; retaining high levels of social connectivity/volunteerism; embracing sustainability and energy conservation; and protecting natural resources and open spaces.
The second public forum will be held at the Sandwich Central School on Wednesday evening, July 29, 2009 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. This forum will focus on the strengths/concerns voiced at the first public forum, attempting to clarify or expand on the major themes. For example, what is it specifically that makes up the rural character or cultural diversity that we want to preserve. Also, we will begin to discuss potential strategies for preserving the current strengths and solving the challenges.
The Master Plan Update Committee is also working on a written survey that will be mailed to each property owner and/or voter, and we encourage each recipient to take the time to complete and return it.
We are trying very hard to make sure that every segment of the Sandwich community participates in this process and has a voice in developing a vision for the Town’s future. Please make a special effort to attend the next forum. We also welcome attendance at the Master Plan Update Committee’s regular meetings on the second and fourth Monday of each month at 5:00 at the Sandwich Town Hall.
Sandwich Sidehillers
The Sidehillers are looking for volunteers to serve on the Board of Directors. If you or someone you know would be interested, please contact Barb Harris at 284-7229 to be considered by the Nominating Committee.
The next Sandwich Sidehillers meeting is June 25th at 7:00 p.m. at the Clubhouse.
Federated Church of Sandwich
It’s a fresh and exciting time at the Federated Church! Pastor David Morgan is delivering a series of sermons on the subject of parenting and grand-parenting. Dress is casual in line with the summer season. Sunday services are at 10:00 a.m. in the Baptist Meetinghouse.
Do you to sing? Edna Van Saun, organist and choir director, would be pleased to include new members in the choir. All levels of singers are welcome to join this important part of the worship service.
There’s talk about holding a couple of family-oriented outdoor service this summer on the Sandwich Fairgrounds. It will be a new experience to worship and hear God’s word in the wonders of nature. More details will follow and all are welcome, young and old. Families with young children are especially welcome.
The Deacons and Stewardship Committees will co-host a cookout or two on Friday nights at the base-ball diamond. Hamburgers, hotdogs, and cold drinks will be available to buy while you root for your children or your neighbors’ children. The dates of these “dining out” nights will be announced soon.
Sunday school classes with Dave Cox and Jennifer Wright will continue through June 21. These classes begin in the church and the students leave after the Scripture reading for the discussions in the basement of the Baptist Meetinghouse. All children are welcome.
Sandwich Woman’s Club Student Gifts
The Sandwich Woman’s Club makes monetary gifts to Sandwich students who are continuing their undergraduate education after high school. These gifts are intended to help students with the cost of books and supplies needed for continued study. To apply for a gift, please send at letter of request, indicating your future plans to Ferne Tilton (284-6630), 56 Wentworth Hill Road, Center Sandwich, NH 03227. The deadline for letters is August 1, 2009.
Spring and Summer Dump Hours
The hours at the recycling and transfer station are Saturdays, Mondays and Tuesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and Sundays and Wednesdays from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. These hours will continue until mid October. Please plan your trips accordingly.
Benz Center News
Summertime is party time-- graduation parties, wedding receptions, family gatherings. Make your reservation soon as the dates are filling up. There are workshops and classes, too. The Benz Center is the ideal place for such gatherings. The Center is well furnished with a full kitchen, and outdoor furniture for parties on the lawn in the good weather. Call 284-7211.
Sandwich Home Industries
Sandwich Home Industries, a League of NH Craftsmen Retail Gallery, is open for its 83rd season. Choose from a wide variety of beautiful hand-crafted items. They have a great collection of felted hand bags in spring colors from Melanie Benedict of New Hampton. Glass blower Nathan Macomber has brought in a fabulous selection of his colorful blown glass cups and a new line of small glass vases, perfect for a bunch of spring flowers. Or pick out just the right necklace or pair of earrings from one of the many silversmiths who show their work at the Industries.
Sandwich Home Industries is located at 32 Main Street, on the Green across from the Post Office in Center Sandwich. Hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sunday 12 noon – 5 p.m. For more information, call 284-6831 or email sandwich_homeindustries@yahoo.com.
Surroundings Art Gallery
Surroundings Art Gallery is open for the spring; hours are Saturday 10-5 and Sunday 12-5. The artists have created many new works over the winter and the gallery has a great new look with lots of new items. Please call, the gallery at 284-6888 or check www.surroundingsart.com if you have any questions. Gallery walks this summer will be from 5-7 on Friday evenings; June 19, July 17, and August 14.
Congregate Meals
If you are age 60 and older why not join others in the community for a nice home-cooked meal. Congregate meals are held at noon in the Benz Center every Wednesday. Even if you are running a bit early or a tad bit late, you are welcome to join old friends and meet some new ones. All are welcome. Hope to see you next Wednesday.
Quaker Meeting
Sunday mornings at 10:30 a.m. the North Sandwich Friends gather at the Quaker Meetinghouse which is located at the convergence of Quaker-Whiteface, Brown Hill, and Stevenson Hill Roads about a half mile up the road from the Durgin Covered Bridge. Children are welcome and child care is provided.
Sandwich 4-H Clubs
Club Sandwich 4-H Dog Club will start meeting in July on Monday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. If you are between the ages of 8 and 18 (as of 01/01/09) and you want to be part of a 4-H Dog Club, please call Diane Johnson at 284-7168 or Deb Deacetis at 253-8071 . So far four youths in the 8-13 year old range have expressed an interest; but it would be fun to have more. Dog paper work and enrollment forms will be mailed to each person who wants to sign-up. Teens who have some experience working with dogs are welcome to become Junior Leaders and to have some special training sessions set up that are tailored to their interests. Kids under 4-H age 8 may have a non-4-H dog program designed especially for them which will focus on basic dog care, handling and safety.
A bark, sniff, and greet meeting (with dogs) will be held on the Sandwich Fairgrounds on Monday, July 6. Monday, July 13, a professional groomer will give tips on grooming and dog care. Dog health, anatomy, and nutrition will be discussed on July 20 and a trip to a veterinarian’s office will be planned. Each week some obedience training and games will be incorporated into the meeting. On the 27th, kids will practice some of the skills they have learned during the month and they will do a mock show.
The dog group will also meet on August 3, 10, 12, 24 and 31. The first week in August will be focused on dog agility and tricks. During Old Home Week, the meeting will be open to the public and people will have a chance to watch a short demo and ask the kids questions. Topics and training for August 12, 24, and 31, will be decided by the kids. Sometime during August, a Therapy Dog Evaluation will be scheduled as a community service project. In September, the group will meet twice to prepare for a show and demonstration at the Sandwich Fair.
Fiber Arts meets on the second and fourth Mondays of the month from 2:45 to 5:00 p.m. at the Sandwich Fire Station. Please call Diane at 284-7168 for more information.
For information on the Sandwich Saddle-ites 4-H Horse Club, please call leader, Holly Cook, at 284-6981.
Woodworking with Bob Wright for ages 8-18 is taking place on Tuesdays. Please call Bob at 284-7708 for details.
Dotty Burrows and Joan Wright teach 4-H sewing at the Sandwich Fire Station on Tuesday and Friday afternoons from 2:45 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Beginning sewers meet on Tuesday and more advanced sewers meet on Friday. Please call Dotty (284-6636) or Joan (284-7708) for information.
Club Sandwich 4-H is always to open to new members. All youths who were 5 by January 1, 2009 and not yet 19 by the same date may enroll for the 2008/2009 4-H year. Ages 5-7 are considered cloverbud or pre-4-H members; they participate in a variety of non-competitive activities. You can get information on joining or helping with Club Sandwich 4-H by calling Diane Johnson at 284-7168 or emailing swjohnson@metro2000.net. Information on 4-H in New in New Hampshire and nationally can be found at www.ceinfo.unh.edu The UNH Cooperative Extension, Carroll County Office contact information is as follows: UNH Cooperative Extension, Carroll County Office, 73 Main St., PO Box 1480, Conway, NH 03818 Phone: (603) 447-3834 or 1-800-322-4166 (NH only). Fax: 447-5192 web: http://extension.unh.edu Office Hours: 8 - 4:30, Monday – Friday. Carroll County has a new 4-H educator, Claes Thelemarck. You may reach him at claes.thelemarck@unh.edu or by calling the 4-H office.
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