Sandwich News Column

By Stephanie Goddard
 
As summer winds down, be sure to take advantage of the uniquely Summer in Sandwich activities while you can.   
 
8/28 Thursday – Storytime at Library
8/28 Thursday – Youth Drop-in at Library
8/29 Friday – Another Story at Cornerhouse
8/30 Saturday – Last day of Hist. Society Exhibition
9/2 – Tuesday – Drawing Class at Field Fine Art
9/3 – Wednesday – Watercolor Class at Field Fine Art
9/3 Wednesday – Farmers Market
 
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.
 
The Library is Hiring
 
The library is looking to fill our Youth Services Programming Librarian position - please spread the word! Read on to learn more and use the link below to get all the details.
The Samuel H. Wentworth Library is seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, and organized individual who enjoys working with youth of all ages to create and run our youth programs. This is a 10-hour a week, part-time position that requires some availability after school (September to June), either a Thursday or Friday morning weekly, and one Saturday morning a month. This position is appointed by the library trustees and is supervised by the library director. 
To apply, send a cover letter and resume to Nancy Fredrickson, Library Director via email to [email protected]. Please use the subject line “Youth Services Programming Librarian.” Email for a full job description. Review of applications and interviews will begin immediately. The position will stay open until filled.
 
Museum Passes Available
 
Discounted or free admission is available in 2025 with the Samuel H. Wentworth Library’s pass to:
Currier Museum of Art in Manchester; Squam Lake Natural Science Center in Holderness, (discounted admission); The Boat Museum in Moultonborough, free admission up to 4.
 
August Youth Activities at Library
 
As you prepare for the back-to-school season, don’t forget the library still offers Preschool Storytime Thursdays at 10:30 am and youth drop-in Thursday afternoons, 3-5 pm. Email [email protected] for more information.
 
Patricia Carega Gallery
 
Patricia Carega Gallery is open for the season. The theme for August is “PINK”, symbolizing love, playfulness, and activism. Week of August 23 through 30, the exhibit features work by Gen Z artists. We look forward to seeing you at the gallery for conversations, questions, comparisons and games designed to promote a better understanding of contemporary art. 
Gallery hours are from 10 to 5 Tuesday - Saturday. 12:30 to 4 on Sunday. 603 284-7728. Our website: Patricialaddcaregagallery.com 
 
Field Fine Art Offers Classes
 
Awaken your creativity! A variety of art classes are being offered in September at Field Fine Art Gallery. Coming up:
Tuesday, September 2 - Basic Drawing
Wednesday, September 3 - Watercolor for Beginners
Tuesday, September 9 - Still Life Watercolor
Wednesday, September 10 - Plein Air Watercolor
Tuesday & Wednesday, September 16 & 17 - Mosaic Glass Creations
You can register and pay for classes online, making the process simple and easy. Visit https://www.fieldfineart.net/ to learn more about the gallery and sign up for classes.
 
Sandwich Home Industries
 
Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery is open 7 days a week- Wednesday- Sunday, 10:00 – 5:00. Located at 32 Main Street, Sandwich.
Sandwich Home Industries offers exciting classes where you can learn a new artistic skill! To look at the list of classes and to sign up for one or more, go to https://centersandwich.nhcrafts.org/
 
Sandwich Historical Society
 
Elisha Marston House, Barn & Gift Shop / 
Summer Exhibition (Elisha Marston House - Wentworth Room)
Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
Our 2025 summer season is almost over. Our last day will be Saturday, August 30, so please come to see us soon! Our summer exhibition, "Conversations on Conservation" ~ Saving the Past for the Future" is in the Joseph Wentworth Room in the Elisha Marston House and the house, barn and gift shop are open as well.
Our exhibition will not only show some impressive before (pictures) and after (objects), it will start the discussion about the need for and process of conservation, restoration, and preservation and the differences between the three. 
Visit us to see our seven (7) recently conserved objects as well as some items from our collection we have conserved in the past. 
​The stewardship of our material history is an ongoing endeavor; one that we take pride in accomplishing through the help of programs and grants such as the IMLS Inspire! Grant and through the continued support or our members and our community! The Quimby Barn and Transportation Museum is open every Saturday from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Please stop in for a visit and consider a membership to the Society! For more on the exhibition, visit sandwichhistorical.org.
 
Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods
 
This is an abundant time in the summer at Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods. Wildflowers fill the field. Frogs and fish and other small aquatics fill Teacup Lake. Insects fill the air. CSVW and its members are proud to host and help maintain the food chain for pollinators, birds, and countless animal species.
We invite you to come and immerse yourself in nature.
A gorgeous Great White Egret has recently been seen wading along the edges in sparkling Teacup Lake taking advantage of the natural resources. This lovely creature is a rare treat! But all the wildlife that grace the protected acreage is special to observe.
Sign in at the Visitor’s Kiosk and have a great day in nature at CSVW!
Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods is open FREE to the public from dawn until dusk every day.
Plenty of parking in the upper parking area located at 740 Mt Israel Road in beautiful Sandwich, NH.
 
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, oldtime, 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]. 
 


Corner House Restaurant
 
New End of Summer 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, August 29 – Another Story
22 Main Street, Sandwich, NH 03227, email: [email protected]
(603) 284-6219
 
Foothills Café and Curio
 
Foothills is featuring some new specials, brought to you by their new Assistant Chef, Andre Monclieff! Along with the regular menu, you’ll be treated to Caribbean inspired dishes such as Jamaican Jerk Chicken, and Rasta Pasta!
Summer Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 8 am – 10 pm and Sunday 10 am – 5 pm.
Summer offerings:
8:00 am – 11:30 am: Coffee, Tea, Pastries, Burritos
11:30 am – 2:30 pm: Lunch
2:30 pm – 5:00 pm: Snacks and Soups
5:00 pm – 8:30 pm: Dinner
8:30 pm – 10:00 pm: Bar only
(Closed Tuesday)
Bob’s Baguettes are delivered fresh out of the oven at 9 am to the Foothills on Thursdays and Saturdays!
Email [email protected].
The Foothills Café and Curio is located at 25 Main Street, Sandwich. 603-707-2424.
 
Elevens at North Sandwich Store
 
Elevens Kinetic Provisions will again provide provisions at the North Sandwich Store this summer. They will be serving lunch through Labor Day, and then closing up the lunch counter. Prepared food delivery will continue through the month of September.
The space has been expanded to include more local items, groceries, convenience goods, and frozen meat from Sandwich's Mountain Breeze Farm. Sunnyfield Bread will now be offering loaves at the North Sandwich Store. Sandwich Creamery ice cream and dairy products will be available en masse!
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.
Take-away lunch is open 5 days a week, Tuesdays through Saturdays, 11 am until 2 pm. Stop in and grab a lunch to go, and don't forget there are lovely picnic tables across the street at Remick Park to enjoy your vittles!
 

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:
Saturday 8/30 , 9 a.m.- All Levels Flow with Molly - in studio and on Zoom
Monday 9/1, - 8 a.m.- All Levels Flow with Molly - in studio and on Zoom
Wednesday 9/3- 9 a.m. – All Levels Flow with Molly – in studio and on Zoom
Drop-in price: 15.00; 5-class pass - $65.00.
[email protected].
 
Dragonfly Yoga Barn
 
Spring Practice Schedule
Tuesday: 8:00 am, Beach Yoga at Sandwich Town Beach
Wednesday, 8 – 9:15 am – 5 Element Slow Flow
Thursday 5 – 6:15 pm – Vinyasa Flow
Friday, 8 – 9:15 am – Yin Yoga
Saturday: 8 – 9:15 am – 5 Element Flow
Sunday 5 – 6:15 pm, Yin Yoga
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 home made 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.
 
Camp Hale Plunge
 
Did you miss out on being a plunger or sponsor last year? Don’t worry… THE PLUNGE IS BACK! Saturday, October 11, from 9 till 11 am – the plunge is at 9:00 sharp. 92 Millbridge Road, Sandwich. All proceeds to benefit youth campers at Camp Hale.
It’s super fun, super inspiring, and an incredible way to support a truly amazing organization. Whether you're taking the leap or cheering from the sidelines, you won’t want to miss it this time!
Special Announcement! We’re thrilled to share that the one and only Caravan Band is generously volunteering their time and talent to bring the music and the magic! They’ll be entertaining the crowd and serenading our brave plungers as they take the icy leap into the waters of Squam.
To get started as a Plunger or Sponsor, visit the link online, https://www.classy.org/event/camp-hale-plunge-2025/e693660.
 
Sandwich Farmers Market
 
Stop by the Sandwich Farmers Market on Wednesdays, from 3-6 pm at the Village Green in front of Sandwich Home Industries. With over 14 vendors from Sandwich and neighboring communities, there is a great variety of local products to choose from. Here’s the line up – Wednesday, August 27, 3-6pm on the Village Green:
Live Music
This Week’s Vendors:
Papa Beans Ice Cream – Cool off with a scoop on the green.
Garden of Freedom – Pies, sourdough bread, microgreens and more!
Waxing Moon Gardens – An abundance of fresh, seasonal vegetables.
Bob’s Baguettes – Arrive early before they sell out!
Your Neighbor’s Flowers – Farm-fresh flowers & duck eggs
Patricia Carega Gallery / Lilac Toad – Local art and whimsy, perfect for gifting.
Mountain Breeze Farm – Grass-fed beef, pork, other pastured meats, maple syrup & eggs
Chestnut Meadow Farm – Summer veggies and eggs
NH Mushroom Company – Fresh local mushrooms!
Tamworth Distilling – Shop their award-winning craft spirits.
Tansey Farm – Local Farm raised chicken
Teresa Tennyson – Chat with local author and check out her new book
River – local crafter with whimsical creations
September Moon Farm – Specialty plants, produce and handmade farm products.
Info Tent – Stop by and say hi to our Market Manager, Liz Brennen! She’s happy to answer questions or just chat.
 
Your Neighbor’s Flowers
 
The flower stand is open weekly! Thursday through Sunday, 9 am – 7 pm. Here’s what you can find at the flower stand:
~Sunflower Bunches: Large and summery sunflowers in 8 stem bunches. Choose between golden and dark brown centers. Wrapped in kraft paper and sealed signature tag.
~Mason Jar Arrangements: Megan’s favorite of the season so far; featuring zinnias, lilies, golden amaranth, veronica spires, baptisia greens and fragrant ageratum. Artfully arranged and ready to go for your last-minute floral needs. Adorned with raffia bow and signature tag.
~Dried Lavender Bundles: Wrapped in kraft paper & sealed with tag. Choose from two sizes; large and mini. 
~Lavender Soap: Smells Delightful! Made by Ashley Farnum in Tamworth.
~Greeting Cards: The beautiful 'Pollinator Card' blank inside for your handwritten note. 
~Duck Eggs: Farm fresh from our happy team of layers! 
If you would like a mix bouquet you can order through the website here https://www.yourneighborsflowers.com/product-page/deluxe-mix-bouquet. Pick up is on the farm in the flower studio. 
Learn more at www.yourneighborsflowers.com/.
Your Neighbor’s Flowers is located at 4 Dow Road, Sandwich.
 
Chestnut Meadow Farm
 
Chestnut Meadow is harvesting tomatoes! Tasty slicers, gourmet Black Cherrys, Golden Sweet Grape, and meaty plum and paste tomatoes!  Plus, lots of onions, garlic and herbs. Also harvesting, gourmet haricot vert French green and purple beans, plus carrots, and peppers. We have eggs! Stop by our self-serve farmstand, or email us to place an order. 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! Look for us at the Sandwich Farmers Market this Summer, Wednesdays 3 – 6 pm.
 
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? Mountain Breeze Farm is one of the fabulous vendors at the Wednesday Farmers Market in Sandwich! 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
 
Come to the Sandwich Farmers Market Wednesday afternoons and meet Tristan from Waxing Moon Gardens. You’ll be pleasantly surprised at all the delicious veggies Waxing Moon has to offer, all grown right in our own town! 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 business 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, Farm To Table in West Ossipee, and Jo Jo’s Deli in Moultonborough.
 
Papa Beans Ice Cream/Young Maple Ridge Sugarhouse
 
Flavors on deck: 
Honeyberry (sweet buttermilk base with local honeyberries from Wayside Farm) ,Vanilla, Rose (yes, made with real organic rose water—fancy!) 
Chocolate, Strawberry Hibiscus, Maine Blueberry, Chocolate Chip, Banana, 
Strawberry, Coffee, Lemon Ginger, Grapenut, Rum Raisin, Frozen Pudding (rum raisins, pineapples, cherries in a rum base), Pineapple Buttermilk Sherbet, Mint, Mint Chip, 
Peppermint Candy, Mocha Chip, Cinnamon, Lavender Honey, Earl Grey Tea, Orange, 
Maple, Maple Bourbon, Toasted Coconut 
We now have half pints kids cups for the littles… or the grown-ups who just want a taste without committing to a full scoop marathon. 
Also in stock: Ice cream sandwiches! AKA portable frozen happiness. 
Maple products: Glass or plastic bottles of Maple Syrup, along with Maple Candy, Maple Sugar, and Maple Cream—aka breakfast’s best friend. 
As always, thank you for supporting local. 
Located at 301 Wing Road, Sandwich. Open 7 days, 9 am – 9 pm.
 
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, September 10, from 11-3, 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 Moultonboro site at 603-476-5110. Wednesdays at noon at the Benz Center, 18 Heard Road, Center Sandwich.
Additionally, Moultonboro senior meals are held Monday through Thursday at the Moultonboro Community Center (formerly the Lions Club) at 139 Old Route 109. All are welcome.
 
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!
 
What you may be seeing in the water
 
From the Squam Lakes Association: You may have noticed small, fuzzy, snowflake-like spheres floating in the water. This is Gloeotrichia echinulata (Gloeo), a species of cyanobacteria.
Recent samples from community members and staff show counts between 500–2,500 cells/mL, with DES confirming similar levels. While these numbers are far below the recreational advisory threshold of 70,000 cells/mL, Gloeo can still be visible to the naked eye.
Before swimming, boating, or letting pets in, check water conditions. Gloeo looks like tiny yellow-green specks below the surface. Light, scattered colonies generally indicate lower risk, while dense clouds or surface scums are a sign to stay out. Because wind and waves can shift colonies quickly, conditions may vary between shorelines and throughout the day.
 
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
 
Hymn Sing
 
The Speers Hymn Sings began Sunday, July 6 at 5 pm, 36 Taylor Road, and will continue each Sunday through August 31. All are welcome, all ages, all musical abilities.
 
Community Church of Sandwich
 
Worship with the Community Church on Sundays at 10. Sunday services are being held at the Baptist Meetinghouse through the summer 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.
 
East Sandwich Chapel
 
The annual meeting for the East Sandwich Chapel and cemetery association will be held on September 4th at 5:00 p.m. in the meeting room of the Samuel H. Wentworth Public Library. All members are welcome to join and anyone interested in seeing see what we’re all about.
 
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.
 
In the Round
 
In the Round takes place Sundays at 8:45 – 10:30 am at the Benz Center, 18 Heard Road, Sandwich.
In the Round, a community discussion group for the past 25 years, meets weekly in Sandwich. The topic is always thought-provoking and related to what people are thinking about these days. In the Round welcomes all points of view, reasonably and respectfully considered. Anyone who wishes to join in that spirit of dialog is invited. Various viewpoints are welcomed. Everyone is welcome.