Sandwich News Column

SANDWICH NEWS COLUMN SUBMITTED NOVEMBER 24, 2025, FOR NOVEMBER 26, 2025 ISSUE, By Stephanie Goddard, [email protected], 603-455-0324.
 
Happy Thanksgiving! Some things Sandwich folks are thankful for: good neighbors, tight community, local businesses, Squam Lake, the Sandwich Mountain Range, peace and quiet, wildlife, woods and fields, good music, good food.
 
Here are some fun and interesting events coming up in the next few weeks. You can read more about them below.
 
November 28 – Starlight Honeys at Cornerhouse
December 2 – Wreath making Fundraiser
December 4 – Betsy’s Park Senior Luncheon
December 5 – Peter Heimlich at Cornerhouse
December 6-7 – Christmas in the Village
December 6-7 – Lakes Region Symphony Orchestra
December 14 – Children’s Christmas Party
 
Samuel H. Wentworth Library
 
Samuel H. Wentworth Library is located at 35 Main Street, PO Box 146 Center Sandwich, NH 03227 phone: (603) 284-6665; email: [email protected]. Hours: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 12:00 – 5:30, Thursday and Friday, 10:00 – 5:00, and Saturday 10:00 – 12:30. Note, Library will be closed for Thanksgiving break on Wednesday & Thursday, 11/27- 28.
 
Kids’ Winter Clothing Swap
 
If you didn’t get a chance to browse the kids’ winter clothing donations at the Library, you will still be able to come by and shop until Tuesday, December 2nd! The library wishes to thank everyone who has brought in clothing items so far. Come check out the selection of kids’ winter jackets, sweaters, hats, gloves, snow pants, and more!
 
Preschool Story Time
 
Story time at the Library is moving from Thursday to Friday mornings. Join Ms. Becca for preschool story times upstairs at the Library, on Friday mornings at 10:30 am!
 
Wreath-Making
 
Sandwich Central School’s Parent organization is holding a wreath making event as a fundraiser for Sandwich Central School. The balsam-scented fun will take place on Tuesday, December 2 from 5 – 8 pm at Road’s End Farm, 511 North Sandwich Road, Sandwich. Cost is $65.00 per wreath. Dress warmly and bring your own clippers. Light refreshments will be served. Please sign up with NAME and EMAIL, and send Venmo or check payment to [email protected], Venmo @Katherine-Naswon, mail check to 314 Dale Road, Center Sandwich, 03227. (not an SCS sponsored event).
 
Annual Town Christmas Party
 
For almost 90 years the Sandwich Woman’s Club has been helping to welcome the Christmas season for the children of Sandwich, and this year is no exception! 
On Sunday. December 14 at 1:00 Santa plans to make an appearance at the Town Hall just for this event! He will have gifts for all the children and has asked Franz Nicolay to take the children’s pictures with him. The Woman’s Club will be baking cookies for the party, and we’ll again have hats, gloves, mittens and socks provided by Woman’s Club members for kids to take home. 
 And this year there will be something new: a special appearance by pied piper and storyteller Papa Joe Gaudet, who will entertain the kids with a short interactive performance, a prelude to his appearance on May 2, 2026 right here at the Benz Center for the New Hampshire Storytelling Alliance’s Granite State Story Swap. 
 
Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods
 
Get outside in picturesque Sandwich, New Hampshire and give yourself an exquisite late autumn experience. CSVW Trails are the perfect place for a quiet walk in nature . Make your way to Teacup Lake where you will find sparkling waters and views of Mt Israel. Head down the River Trail to see ancient glacial boulders along the pristine Cold River surrounded by forest.
The trails are a cool and quiet place for hikers, birdwatchers, and all nature enthusiasts. Located at 740 Mt Israel Road in Center Sandwich, New Hampshire.
CSVW is open FREE to the public every day from dawn until dusk with plenty of FREE parking.
Give thanks for nature: Sponsor a birdhouse 2026. Your donation of $100.00 will help fund the cost of seed, fresh nesting material, natural habitat maintenance and so much more for the beautiful wild birds that make Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods their home. Each sponsored birdhouse is well-maintained by the CSVW caretaker and will display your sponsored/dedicated birdhouse number. Visit Chapmensantuaryvisnywoods.com to sponsor. 
 
CSVW Job Opening
 
Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods (CSVW) is a 501©3 public nonprofit year-round nature, bird, and wildlife sanctuary located at 740 Mt. Israel Road, Center Sandwich, NH with 200+ acres of woodland trails, meadows, ponds and streams.
This is a full-time, 40 hour per week, year round position. The primary roles of the resident caretaker are to be the onsite host for CSVW visitors, and to perform physical labor in maintaining the trails, woodlands, and flower gardens for wildlife and visitors on a year-round basis. This includes grooming and maintaining 10+ miles of woodland trails year-round for hiking, snow shoeing, and x-country skiing. As a resident of the historic Chapman House, the caretaker will also ensure the well-being of the home and grounds. Visit the CSVW Careers page: www.chapmansanctuaryvisnywoods.com/csvw-careers to see the full job description, duties, required qualifications, and skills, salary, and benefits, along with information on applying.
 
LRSO Holiday Concerts
 
Lakes Region Symphony Orchestra holiday concerts:
Dec 6, 7pm at the Colonial Theatre in Laconia, and 
Dec 7, 3pm at Inter-Lakes Auditorium in Meredith.  
Versatile vocalist Taylor O'Donnell performs a range of holiday classics, and a narration of Tomie dePaolo's The Legend of the Poinsettia set to music.  Orchestral instrumentals cover classical to modern (Nutcracker, Bach, Mannheim Steamroller, Leroy Anderson...)   Details and tickets at www.LRSO.
 
Banjo Gathering
 
From Christina Woodman: “Yes, we're still gathering at the Sandwich Town Hall every other Thursday to play our banjos on our knees. 6:30 to 8pm; Simple, easy, no pressure.... not a lesson, just a get together to learn from each other and try some cool stuff.” Contact [email protected] for more information.
 
Music Jam
 
Hello, beginner to intermediate musicians. Wednesday music jam takes place Wednesday evening 6:30 – 8pm at the Sandwich town hall.
We play traditional, Celtic, old-time, folk, and Americana tunes at a slow to moderate tempo. Bring your hobby out and start playing with others! It’s fun and inclusive. Right now, we have fiddles, penny whistle, flute, guitars, mandolin, acoustic bass, piano, concertina, and an autoharp!! Sheet music available. Plenty of parking, and an elevator lift if needed. Listeners are always welcome, never an obligation to attend. It’s free! For more information, contact Christine Woodman at [email protected]
 
Friends and Fiber
 
Every Wednesday evening, 6:00 – 8:30 pm, Library Community Room: Friends and Fiber Group: All abilities and ages of fiber enthusiasts (and those wanting to learn or just visit) are welcome to attend. Come with your knitting, crocheting, spinning, felting, rug hooking, embroidery, sewing or other fiber arts-related or hand-held project to work on. There is no charge and the group is casual and welcoming. While there is no formal instruction, if you have a question about your project, there is usually someone in attendance who can provide assistance. Experience is that the group is likely to gather on the off weeks as well as everyone enjoys the company and sharing of ideas. Should you wish more information or if you have questions, please contact [email protected]. 
 
Mumandi Glass Studio
 
Mumandi Glass Studio will be open on Friday, November 28 from 10 till 4 for black Friday shopping, and visiting as well. Stop by and see this year’s amazing selection! Mumandi Glass Studio is located at 122 Brown Hill Road, North Sandwich.
 
Sandwich Home Industries Hiring
 
Sandwich Home Industries/League of NH Craftsmen fine craft gallery and education center in Center Sandwich New Hampshire seeks a Gallery Manager to oversee operations, support local artists, coordinate marketing, and manage art and craft education programs. This position is full-time May to October and half-time with flexible hours from November to April. Candidates should have strong business, communication, and organizational skills and a passion for the arts. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Sandwich Home Industries is a small, community-centered fine craft retail gallery and education center. Located in the charming village of Center Sandwich in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire, the gallery is the birthplace of the now statewide League of New Hampshire Craftsmen (LONHC). In 2026, SHI will commemorate its centennial year and we are gearing up for its celebration. Our mission is to recognize and honor the creativity and craftsmanship of New Hampshire and northern New England artists. The gallery sells works by LONHC juried artists along with local artists. We also offer a broad schedule of art and craft classes for adults and youth, special events, and demonstrations. Visithttps://centersandwich.nhcrafts.org/ for more information. To apply, email cover letter, resume, and 3 references to:  [email protected].
 


Corner House Restaurant
 
Hours:
Tuesday through Thursday, 4 – 9
Friday and Saturday, 4 – 10
Sunday 12 – 9
Friday evenings from 6 till 9, the Corner House hosts fantastic local musicians in the pub.
Friday, November 28 – Starlight Honeys
Friday, December 5 – Peter Heimlich
22 Main Street, Sandwich, NH 03227, email: [email protected]
(603) 284-6219
 
Foothills Café and Curio
 
Trivia night is back! Ashley and Amelia are working on some profound (and some trivial) questions. Trivia night will be on the first and third Thursdays of the month. On alternating Thursday evenings, treat yourself to a professional storytelling or dramatic reading experience at the Foothills.
Hours:
Monday – 8 am to 9 pm;
Tuesday and Wednesday – CLOSED;
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday – 8 am to 9 pm.
Sunday 10 am to 4 pm.
Fall offerings:
8:00 am – 11:30 am: Coffee, Tea, Pastries, Burritos
11:30 am – 2:30 pm: Lunch
2:30 pm – 5:00 pm: Ice Cream, Snacks and Soups
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Dinner
Sunday Brunch – 10:30 am – 3 pm
Bob’s Baguettes will be back at the Foothills around December 4th.
Email [email protected].
The Foothills Café and Curio is located at 25 Main Street, Sandwich. 603-707-2424.
 
North Sandwich Store
 
All Seasons Provisions is busy cooking delicious offerings to stock the cooler at the North Sandwich Store. You’ll find a wide selection of gourmet and family-friendly seasonal foods. Here is a sampling of what can be found there:  
Gluten Free Pumpkin Scones for the season (different seasonal flavor coming soon along with other baked goods)
Meatloaf, Meatballs, Cranberry, Walnut and Brie Wild Rice, Stuffed Delicata Squash, Tuscan Chickpea and Pasta Soup with Pancetta;
Mac and Cheese, Beef Stew, Chicken Vegetable with Wild Rice Soup
More goodies in the freezer as well - Chicken Cutlets, Lasagna, Squash Soup.
Fresh mixed greens, cabbage, cranberries, carrots and assorted squashes from Mountain Heartbeet Farm
Sandwich Coffee Roasters Coffee
Mountain Breeze Meats
Sunnyfield Bakery Sourdough Breads
and many other assorted grocery items
Payment is on the honor system model, so please take a moment when you arrive to read the signage on how to pay. Cash, check, and Venmo will be accepted.
The self-serve market is open 7 days a week from 7am to 9pm.
 

2 Basket Street Yoga
 
Led by Molly Powers Simmons, and located at 2 Basket Street, Center Sandwich.
Contact Molly at 617-461-9512, or visit the website at 2basketstreetyoga.com for more information or to sign up for classes. Thank you!
Schedule of 60-minute classes:
Wednesday 11/26, 9 a.m. – All Levels Flow with Molly – in studio and on Zoom
Saturday, 11/29,  9 a.m. – All Levels Flow with Molly – in studio and on Zoom (note, last yoga class for 2025.)
Drop-in price: 17.00; 5-class pass - $75.00. 10-class pass - $150.00
[email protected].
 
Dragonfly Yoga Barn
 
Practice Schedule
Wednesday: 8:15 ~ 9:30 am ~ 5 Element Slow Flow
Thursday: 5-6:15 pm ~ Vinyasa Flow  
Friday: 8:15 ~ 9:30 am ~  Yin Yoga
Saturday: 8-9:15 am ~ 5 Element Flow
Sunday: 4 pm ~ Yin Yoga  
Upcoming events:
Sunrise Solstice Yoga, fundraiser for Conway Area Humane Society, Dec. 21, 6 am followed by potluck breakfast in the O-Connell farmhouse.
SOULstice Yin Yoga, Dec. 21, 5:00 pm;
Dragonfly is located at 280 Bennett Street, North Sandwich. Contact [email protected], or online at www.dragonflyyogabarn.com.
 
Eastman House Counseling and Yoga
 
Offered by Heather Cameron. Located at 909 Holderness Road, Center Sandwich. Yoga class is held on Fridays, from 9- 10 am, Mindful Slow Flow. Slow flow yoga is a gentle practice which combines deep breathing, stretching and relaxed postures to bring restorative energy and serenity to your body and mind.
Preregister via email, [email protected]
 
Marigold Moon Wildcraft Apothecary/North Sandwich Tea
 
Open Saturdays, 10-3. Marigold Moon offers various wildcrafted products—teas, tinctures, oils, balms, and more. The other wild treasures include signed books, postcards, beeswax candles, and more. Located at 620 North Sandwich Road, North Sandwich.
 
Bookshop Open
 
The Bookshop at 25 Grove Street is open Saturdays, from 10 AM until 4 PM. Stop by delicious homemade treats such as Blueberry lemon Tea cake with wild blueberries, peanut butter chocolate chip cookies, red fruit chutney, strawberry rhubarb jam, raspberry jam, hot mustard, and assorted flavors of Scottish shortbread. As always there is an excellent selection of books.
 
Chestnut Meadow Farm
 
Stop by the self-serve stand for onions, garlic, a few other fall vegetables, and eggs! Chestnut Meadow’s eggs are laid by hens who range on pasture daily and are otherwise fed only soy-free organic grain. Chestnut Meadow farm is a small family farm located at 146 Wentworth Hill Road in Sandwich. You can reach us at [email protected], or check out the website, www.chestnutmeadowfarm.com. We love knowing where our food comes from!
 
Mountain Breeze Farm
 
Mountain Breeze Farm specializes in fresh, local beef and pork, as well as maple syrup. They have a variety of cuts, such as pork loin roasts, small hams, breakfast sausage, bratwurst, bone-in chops, and spareribs; Also select beef steaks, ground beef, beef kielbasa, beef chorizo, and stew meat. Want to find out more? Please inquire if you are looking for something not mentioned or would like a custom order. Contact Mountain Breeze at 603-677-2604 if you have any questions or to place an order. Mountain Breeze Farm is located at 327 Dale Road, Center Sandwich.
 
Booty Family Farm
 
We are a certified organic farm located at 610 Mount Israel Road and have been in operation for over 40 years Stop by any time or call/text Steve at 860-227-0397. Thanks for supporting local, Steve Bartlett and the Booty Family Farm.
 
Waxing Moon Gardens
 
You can sign up to receive news and updates about what’s growing on the farm at https://www.waxingmoongardens.com. 
Waxing Moon Gardens is located at 222 Whiteface Intervale, North Sandwich.
 
Sandwich Creamery
 
The Sandwich Creamery is open at The North Sandwich Store! Be sure to stop and check it out. Please be sure to read all the signage so you know where to deposit all payments as more folks and businesses come on to join the space as well. The North Sandwich Store is located at 2 Maple Ridge Road, Sandwich. We appreciate you! You can also get Sandwich Creamery ice cream at E.M Heaths supermarket in Center Harbor, and Farm to Table in West Ossipee.
 
Papa Beans Ice Cream/Young Maple Ridge Sugarhouse
 
We’ve got a delicious lineup of ice cream flavors for you to enjoy!
Also in stock – Ice Cream Sandwiches (aka portable frozen happiness):
Available at Young Maple Ridge Sugarhouse:
Come stock up on delicious, locally made maple goodies, including: Assorted bottles of Maple Syrup (both plastic & glass), Maple Candy, Maple Sugar, Maple Cream. Visit Any time: 301 Wing Road, Sandwich, NH; Open 7 days a week | 9 AM – 9 PM
 
Beekeeping Course Offered
 
Carroll County Ed. is teaming up with the Carroll County Beekeepers to offer a winter semester course on Modern Beekeeping and the Ancient Honey Bee. Keeping bees is not required, but mentoring support for the 2026 season is included for those who do. The course starts on January 6 via Zoom, and is open to all interested in learning more about bees, their fascinating behaviors, impact on the environment and native species of pollinators; land management tips, improving your beekeeping skills, or getting off on the right foot as a beekeeper. For more details and to sign up, visit the Carroll County Beekeepers, at ccnhbeekeepers.org. Tuition is $175.00/single or $250.00/family, and includes books. Students may work at their own pace or join the live Zoom course Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Please enroll as soon as possible to ensure supplies will be available.  
 
Christmas in the Village
 
Come to Sandwich for the 49th Annual Sandwich Christmas in the Village craft fair, holiday sale, and celebration the first weekend in December. This year it falls on December 6 and 7. Started almost 50 years ago by an enterprising group of local craftspeople, Sandwich Christmas in the Village has grown into a two-day holiday tradition, expanding and reinventing itself with each new generation. This year, Christmas in the Village features 22 locations around Sandwich with about 50 participants, selling a wide variety of crafts, fine art, gifts, goodies, holiday ornaments, greens, and décor, as well as hosting special events and children’s activities throughout the weekend.
This year’s locations:
League of NH Craftsmen/Center Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery, 32 Main Street.
The Foothills Café and Curio, 25 Main Street
Sandwich Central School, 28 Squam Lake Road.
The Porch, 7 Main Street
Methodist Meeting House, 6 Main Street.
Willow Pond Antiques and Goods, 12 Main Street.
Sandwich Historical Society, 4 Maple Street.
Corner House Restaurant, 22 Main Street
Sandwich Town Hall, 8 Maple Street.
Henriques House and Studio, 43 Maple Street.
Hill Country Books/Anne Made, 25 Grove Street.
Doris L. Benz Community Center, 18 Heard Road.
Kindred Spirit Farm, 103 Upper Road.
Field Fine Art Gallery, 74 Taylor Road.
Will Lehmann Frames, 163 Schoolhouse Road
Mj Pettengill/Marigold Moon Wildcraft, 620 N. Sandwich Road.
Young Maple Ridge Sugarhouse, 301 Wing Road.
Papa Beans ice Cream, 301 Wing Road
Rebecca Cole Grows, 659 No. Sandwich Road.
MuMandi Glass Studio, 122 Brown Hill Road, Tamworth
Heard Barn, 8 Skinner Street.
The Christmas in Village website and Facebook page will be your source for all the info you need for local holiday shopping. Also check out the website, sandwichchristmasinthevillage.com.
For more information, contact Julie Deak at 603-77-0140, or email [email protected].
 
SCS Holiday Market
 
In partnership with Sandwich’s cherished Christmas in the Village, the Sandwich Central School community warmly invites you to their Holiday Market at Sandwich Central School, Saturday December 6 and Sunday December 7 from 10 am until 2 pm. This fun market includes: a Cookie Walk from 12-2 pm; SCS student hand-made Christmas cards; handmade wreaths and kissing balls; DIY kids’ crafts; Hot chocolate bar; Cash Raffle; Holiday Photobooth; Pop-up Thrift store. All proceeds benefit SCS student activities.
 
Field Fine Art at Christmas in the Village
 
A gift of art celebrates life! Field Fine Art will join Christmas in the Village celebrations in Sandwich.
Saturday December 6th from 10am to 4pm
Sunday December 7th from 10am to 3pm
There are lots of new works created for this Christmas sale, cards, jewelry, and small framed watercolors. Please feel free to bring friends and family and share this information with anyone who you like. Field Fine Art Gallery is located at 74 Taylor Road, Sandwich.
If these times do not work with your schedule, please know that I am available to meet with you at your convenience. 
FIELD FINE ART GALLERY is open by appointment only. [email protected]
 
Sandwich Woman’s Club Hat and Glove drive
 
It's once again that time of year when the Sandwich Woman's Club is asking for donations of waterproof gloves and mittens, cotton socks, and hats for our annual Children's Christmas Party. This year the party takes place on Sunday, December 14. Last year was a great success and you folks did an excellent job of contributing to our party. Please drop of your donations by December 6 at the following locations: The front vestibule at the Town Hall and the upstairs entrance at the library.
 
Christmas Market at Bearcamp Center
 
Shop local this Christmas! Sandwich and other local artisans will be offering their works at the Christmas Market at Bearcamp Center, 1164 Bunker Hill Road, Tamworth on the following dates and times:
Friday 11/28, 10:00 – 4:00
Thursdays, December 4, 11, and 18, noon – 4:00
Fridays, December 5, 12, and 19 4:00 – 7:00
Saturday December 6 – 10:00 – 3:00
Saturday, November 29, and December 13 and 20 10:00 – 1:00
Sponsored by North Sandwich Artisans, Amanda Twaddle and Wendy Shambaugh
 
Tamworth Community Food Center Welcomes You
 
If you or someone you know is in a position where access to food would be of help, please call the number provided. There are resources. The primary goal of the Tamworth Community Food Center is addressing hunger for those in need, serving the communities of Tamworth and Sandwich, NH. Our organization’s volunteers are trained and well-informed, knowing the value of awareness, action, and the effects of hunger. We are dedicated to providing fresh and nutritious food to people and families who may go without it. Our volunteers are devoted to understanding the significance and impact of community outreach. Donations from individuals, local organizations, businesses, and the towns provide stability and support, addressing the essentials of our citizens via sustainable solutions. It is our goal to tackle both short and long-term needs.
Wednesday December 3 from11-3, and 4:30 – 6:00 pm.
Located at St Andrews Church, 678 Whittier Road, Tamworth, NH. General Questions: 603-960-4067.
 
Senior Meals
 
Over 60? Please join us at the Benz on Wednesdays for senior meals. Lunch is served at 12:00. Free will donations are welcome.
Should you have any questions or wish to have meals delivered, please contact the Moultonborough site at 603-476-5110. Wednesdays at noon at the Benz Center, 18 Heard Road, Center Sandwich.
Additionally, Moultonborough senior meals are held Monday through Thursday at the Moultonborough Community Center (formerly the Lions Club) at 139 Old Route 109. All are welcome.
Closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day Thursday 11/27 and Friday 11/28.
 
Senior Luncheon at Betsy’s Park
 
You’re invited to the second Senior Luncheon at Betsy’s Park, at the lovely Brooke House on White Oak Pond in Holderness. The senior luncheon will feature guest speaker Betsy Livingston from Lakes Region Visiting Nursing Association, who will be presenting on Planning with Gratitude. Event takes place on Thursday, December 4th, from 11:30am – 1:00pm, at the Brooke House at Betsy’s Park. Limited seating, so RSVP today at [email protected]. Betsy’s Park serves the residents and taxpayers of the Squam Watershed towns of: Ashland, Center Harbor, Holderness, Moultonborough, and Sandwich.
 
Sandwich Transfer Station
 
Facility stickers are available at the town hall for 2025-2026. Facility stickers are required for use of the Transfer Station. Stickers are available for purchase at Town Hall, by mail or by drop box.
Sandwich Transfer Station hours are Sunday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 8 am to 4 pm. Please arrive at the Transfer Station at least 15 minutes before closing to allow for unloading and closure for the day. Kevin and John appreciate being able to close on time. Reminder: if you are recycling larger cardboard, please be sure it is cut to a maximum size of 4' x 4'. Larger pieces jam up our compactors!
 
Community Nurse
 
Have you met Danielle, Sandwich’s Community Nurse yet? Danielle is available at the library’s meeting room every second Thursday of the month, from 11:30 to 12:30. Danielle can check your blood pressure, answer questions about medication side-effects, see if that lingering cold has morphed into pneumonia or bronchitis, check a tick bite, sign you up for Meals on Wheels, arrange for someone to take you to a medical appointment, help you locate a social service agency or a private-duty nurse. This is a free service. Aside from her monthly library walk-ins, Danielle is often at the Benz Center’s weekly senior meals. And, every Wednesday and Thursday she makes house calls – without charge. The service is funded by the new, nonprofit Sandwich Community Nurse Association, thanks to support from generous citizens, the Alfred Quimby Fund, the Community Nurse Connection and other supporters.
To schedule a home visit, contact Danielle at [email protected].
 
Quality Care Home Health and Hospice
 
Quality Care Home Health and Hospice opened about a year ago, and covers a very wide area in the towns of the Lakes Region, including Sandwich. The agency was started by folks who live right in the area, many from Sandwich, with the goal of providing home health and hospice care to their neighbors. Between all of the organization’s team members, there are decades of experience working with families at the most critical and personal times of life. Professionals available include nurses, social workers, OT and PT therapists and LNAs. Find out more by calling 603-707-9655 or visiting www.qualitycarenh.com .
 
Tax Bills Sent
 
Sandwich property tax bills for 2025 were mailed on November 20 to Sandwich property owners, to the address on file with the town. The taxes are due on or before Tuesday, December 23, 2025. If your mail is being forwarded or you believe you may have a delay in receiving your mail, you may access the  Tax Kiosk on the town website, sandwichnh.org, to find your amount due; you may search by Owner, Parcel ID or Address. You can then view and/or print your bill, however you cannot pay your bill online. 
Note:   Parcel IDs (Map/Lots) were changed in 2024 due to GIS remapping.   Search by Owner or Address for best results or reach out to the tax office at 603-284-7113 to confirm the amount due.
You may make your payment in person, via mail, Bill Pay (from your bank account) or our secure Drop Box (located at the back entrance to Town Hall; top of the ramp).   Kindly include a self-addressed stamped envelope along with your receipt stub if you would like your receipt mailed to you.  
If your taxes are paid out of an escrow account, please do not remit payment to the town as this will be handled by your financial institution.
For questions related to your tax assessment, please contact the Selectmen’s Office at (603) 284-7701.
For questions related to your tax bills, please contact the Tax Collector’s Office at (603) 284-7113.
The Tax office is closed Holidays and Election Tuesdays. Forms of payment accepted at the Tax Collector's Office are cash and checks only (no credit or debit cards).  Checks include ‘BILL PAY’ from your bank to the Town of Sandwich (Acct # should reference your Parcel ID or Street Address).
As a reminder, the total tax rate of $9.25 is comprised of four categories:

• Municipal rate – the town’s budgetary decisions only influence this rate. 2025 municipal rate: $2.83. (note: there are only about 20 other towns out of 119 with lower municipal rates)
• Local education – the Interlakes School District’s budgetary decisions determine this rate. 2025 local education rate: $4.57.
• State education – state legislation impacts this calculation. 2025 state education rate: $1.13.
• County: this is influenced by the decisions made at the Carroll County government level. 2025 county tax rate: $0.72

 
Town of Sandwich contact information
 
Alison Gage, Town Clerk/Tax Collector, [email protected]
Town Clerk’s office hours: Tues & Thurs 8:00am to 5:30pm
Courtney Delaney, Town Administrator, may be reached during regular office hours, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday from 7:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. e-mail: [email protected]
Kelly Cox, Administrative Assistant, may be reached during regular office hours Monday, Tuesday, Thursday from 7:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. e-mail: [email protected]
Website: sandwichnh.org
Town of Sandwich
8 Maple Street, PO Box 194
Sandwich, NH 03227
P: 603-284-7113
 
Community Church of Sandwich
 
Worship with the Community Church on Sundays at 10am. The church is meeting at the Methodist Meetinghouse on Main Street, for the winter months. Contact us by Mail: PO Box 267, Sandwich, NH 03227, email [email protected], or call 603-284-6151.
 
Harvest Church of the Lakes Region
 
Harvest Church invites you to visit at 80 Bean Road in Moultonborough, Sundays at 10:00 am for contemporary worship and Biblical teaching. We have several meetings during the week as well, including a men’s Bible Study on Mondays in Sandwich. Call for details! Contact us at [email protected] or 603-476-7037.
 
North Sandwich Friends
 
North Sandwich Friends Meeting invites friends and neighbors to join their weekly Meeting for Worship from 10:00 to 11:00 am on Sunday at the North Sandwich Meetinghouse (354 Quaker Whiteface Rd., N Sandwich, NH 03259).
Meeting for Worship is a time of quiet listening to the inner voice of spirit, God, the Light within –whatever term one uses—in community with others. We sit largely in silence for an hour; friends who are deeply moved to share an insight may rise and do so. Most Sundays, a very brief reading is offered reflecting Quaker values or history, which may provide a common focus for reflection. After the meeting, friends share individual reflections and announcements with each other.