Current items of interest for Sandwich residents and visitors.
Santa and his Missus, along with carol singers at the annual Community Christmas Tree. Photo by Franz Nicolay
Openings for Town of Sandwich Elected Officials for 2023
One (1) Selectman for 3-Year Term
One (1) Supervisor of the Checklist for 3-Year Term
One (1) Trustee of Trust Funds for 3-Year Term
One (1) Sewer Commissioner for 3-Year Term
One (1) Cemetery Trustee for 3-Year Term
One (1) Library Trustees for 3-Year Term
The filing period for town offices opens on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, and continues through Friday, February 3, 2023. On opening day, Wednesday, January 25th, filings will be accepted from 9:00 am – 5:30 pm.
Declarations of candidacy must be filed with the town clerk during regular office hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays 8am t 5:30 pm. Please note: Candidate must be a registered voter in Sandwich.
One (1) Supervisor of the Checklist for 3-Year Term
One (1) Trustee of Trust Funds for 3-Year Term
One (1) Sewer Commissioner for 3-Year Term
One (1) Cemetery Trustee for 3-Year Term
One (1) Library Trustees for 3-Year Term
The filing period for town offices opens on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, and continues through Friday, February 3, 2023. On opening day, Wednesday, January 25th, filings will be accepted from 9:00 am – 5:30 pm.
Declarations of candidacy must be filed with the town clerk during regular office hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays 8am t 5:30 pm. Please note: Candidate must be a registered voter in Sandwich.
Upcoming Events
Corner House Restaurant ~ Live Music Wed and Fri
On Wednesday and Friday evenings, the Corner House hosts fantastic local musicians, 6 - 9 pm. Coming soon:
Wednesday, February 1 – Julia Velie
Friday, February 3 – Tom Bartlett
Wednesday, February 8 – Will Carver
Friday, February 10 – Peter Heimlich
Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 4 pm to 9 pm, and Friday and Saturday, from 4 pm to 10 pm.
22 Main Street, Center Sandwich, info@nhcornerhouse.com, 603-284-6219
On Wednesday and Friday evenings, the Corner House hosts fantastic local musicians, 6 - 9 pm. Coming soon:
Wednesday, February 1 – Julia Velie
Friday, February 3 – Tom Bartlett
Wednesday, February 8 – Will Carver
Friday, February 10 – Peter Heimlich
Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 4 pm to 9 pm, and Friday and Saturday, from 4 pm to 10 pm.
22 Main Street, Center Sandwich, info@nhcornerhouse.com, 603-284-6219
Sandwich in the snow. Photo by Edie Nixon
Doris L. Benz Center International Dinner ~ February 3
Note: We are sold out of seats for the Feb. 3 International Night dinner. If you have a check in the mail to us, please let us know if you would like to be put on a waiting list, or if you want a refund. Thanks to all who are signed up , we look forward to seeing you.
Welcome Back! Our first International dinner since 2019 will be Feb. 3, 2023 at the Doris L. Benz Center, 18 Heard Road. Karen and Bob Delgado will share their experiences and photographs of a visit to Venice, Italy. Their presentation will show an old and beautiful city, rich in history, that is a unique labyrinth of waterways, canals, narrow and winding streets with many bridges, large and small. This look at Venice includes St. Mark's Square and Basilica, the Doge's Palace, St. Mark's Bell Tower and Clock Tower, the Grand Canal, many opulent palaces, glorious churches, a wide variety of architectural styles from the medieval period to the present time, beautiful works of art, some quiet canals and backstreets, and lots of gondolas, accompanied by Venetian and other Italian composers.
Josette Lippincott and staff will be creating and serving another outstanding meal complementing this trip to Venice
To reserve your seat (s), send a check for $30.00 per person per dinner to: the Doris L. Benz Center, PO Box 52, Center Sandwich NH; attn: Theresa Hanks. Your reservation is not confirmed until paid for. Doors open at 5:30, Dinners start at 6:00. We look forward to seeing you there!
Books Sandwiched In ~ February 6
The Friends of the Library invite you to a review of Fidelity, a collection of five beautifully-written stories by Wendell Berry. The characters are fiercely individual and the fictional setting of Port William, Kentucky, may remind you of special rural places that you know. Our reviewer is Michael Henriques.
The review will be in the Wentworth Library Community Room at noon on Monday, the 6th. A Zoom invitation will be posted on the library website the day before. Copies of the book are available at the library desk to borrow.
Bring a sandwich and stay for discussion after the review. Coffee, tea, and cookies will be provided by the Friends of the Library.
Foothills Dinner Theater ~ February 10, 11, 17, 18
On February 10th, 11th, 17th and 18th, we are having a special Dinner Theater event. Rebecca Cole and Hank Offinger will be performing in A.R. Gurneys LOVE LETTERS. … Love Letters is a beautifully written and unusual play. Unusual in that it is a series of letters read aloud on stage. The play portrays a lifelong love, with its peaks and valleys; humor and tragedy. Rebecca and Hank bring so much depth to the characters that you feel you've witnessed two complete lives in under two hours. It really is a beautiful and accessible play. And how does The Foothills figure in? A prix- fixe meal at 6 pm; 3-courses (menu to be divulged soon).
So, make a reservation, show up at 6, eat three beautiful courses, walk across the street to Club Sandwich for a 7:30 show (thank you John Davidson for offering us this beautiful venue!), get a comfortable seat and enjoy the show. A perfect evening. Reservations can be made at this e-mail: info@thefoothillsofsandwich.com, or at 603-707-2424. So let us know how many in your party and which night you’d like to come. $48 for dinner and theater. Drinks, tax, tips not included. Pay after your meal and receive your ticket to the show.
Winter Carnival ~ February 12
Chili cook-off 11:30 - 2:00 (or until chili runs out) Cardboard box sled derby 2:30 start time.
Both of these events are at Sandwich Central school. We are finalizing details for costume Nordic ski race, and are hoping to incorporate an ice skating event too. More info to come on Winter Carnival in the coming days.
Thanks, Ole Anderson
Sandwich Parks and Recreation Director
603-387-2180, Parksandrec@sandwichnh.org
Foothills Valentine’s Day Dinner ~ February 14
The Foothills is having a special candlelight and tablecloth Valentine's Day Dinner, with one seating at 6:30 on February 14th. The chef is creating another four-course gourmet meal with fish, meat or vegetarian options (black sea bass; butternut squash ravioli; lobster salad, duck breast l'orange, chocolate lava cake or strawberry melba).
Reservations are required and seating is limited. Please tell us how many in your party. Valentine's Day is not just for couples. We welcome friends with or without benefits. We welcome siblings. We welcome cousins. It doesn’t have to be romantic. It’s just about love. And food, of course. Again, call or e-mail for reservations. $70 for the meal. Drinks, tax, tip not included. The Foothills Cafe and Curio is located at 25 Main Street, Center Sandwich, NH. 603-707-2424
Note: We are sold out of seats for the Feb. 3 International Night dinner. If you have a check in the mail to us, please let us know if you would like to be put on a waiting list, or if you want a refund. Thanks to all who are signed up , we look forward to seeing you.
Welcome Back! Our first International dinner since 2019 will be Feb. 3, 2023 at the Doris L. Benz Center, 18 Heard Road. Karen and Bob Delgado will share their experiences and photographs of a visit to Venice, Italy. Their presentation will show an old and beautiful city, rich in history, that is a unique labyrinth of waterways, canals, narrow and winding streets with many bridges, large and small. This look at Venice includes St. Mark's Square and Basilica, the Doge's Palace, St. Mark's Bell Tower and Clock Tower, the Grand Canal, many opulent palaces, glorious churches, a wide variety of architectural styles from the medieval period to the present time, beautiful works of art, some quiet canals and backstreets, and lots of gondolas, accompanied by Venetian and other Italian composers.
Josette Lippincott and staff will be creating and serving another outstanding meal complementing this trip to Venice
To reserve your seat (s), send a check for $30.00 per person per dinner to: the Doris L. Benz Center, PO Box 52, Center Sandwich NH; attn: Theresa Hanks. Your reservation is not confirmed until paid for. Doors open at 5:30, Dinners start at 6:00. We look forward to seeing you there!
Books Sandwiched In ~ February 6
The Friends of the Library invite you to a review of Fidelity, a collection of five beautifully-written stories by Wendell Berry. The characters are fiercely individual and the fictional setting of Port William, Kentucky, may remind you of special rural places that you know. Our reviewer is Michael Henriques.
The review will be in the Wentworth Library Community Room at noon on Monday, the 6th. A Zoom invitation will be posted on the library website the day before. Copies of the book are available at the library desk to borrow.
Bring a sandwich and stay for discussion after the review. Coffee, tea, and cookies will be provided by the Friends of the Library.
Foothills Dinner Theater ~ February 10, 11, 17, 18
On February 10th, 11th, 17th and 18th, we are having a special Dinner Theater event. Rebecca Cole and Hank Offinger will be performing in A.R. Gurneys LOVE LETTERS. … Love Letters is a beautifully written and unusual play. Unusual in that it is a series of letters read aloud on stage. The play portrays a lifelong love, with its peaks and valleys; humor and tragedy. Rebecca and Hank bring so much depth to the characters that you feel you've witnessed two complete lives in under two hours. It really is a beautiful and accessible play. And how does The Foothills figure in? A prix- fixe meal at 6 pm; 3-courses (menu to be divulged soon).
So, make a reservation, show up at 6, eat three beautiful courses, walk across the street to Club Sandwich for a 7:30 show (thank you John Davidson for offering us this beautiful venue!), get a comfortable seat and enjoy the show. A perfect evening. Reservations can be made at this e-mail: info@thefoothillsofsandwich.com, or at 603-707-2424. So let us know how many in your party and which night you’d like to come. $48 for dinner and theater. Drinks, tax, tips not included. Pay after your meal and receive your ticket to the show.
Winter Carnival ~ February 12
Chili cook-off 11:30 - 2:00 (or until chili runs out) Cardboard box sled derby 2:30 start time.
Both of these events are at Sandwich Central school. We are finalizing details for costume Nordic ski race, and are hoping to incorporate an ice skating event too. More info to come on Winter Carnival in the coming days.
Thanks, Ole Anderson
Sandwich Parks and Recreation Director
603-387-2180, Parksandrec@sandwichnh.org
Foothills Valentine’s Day Dinner ~ February 14
The Foothills is having a special candlelight and tablecloth Valentine's Day Dinner, with one seating at 6:30 on February 14th. The chef is creating another four-course gourmet meal with fish, meat or vegetarian options (black sea bass; butternut squash ravioli; lobster salad, duck breast l'orange, chocolate lava cake or strawberry melba).
Reservations are required and seating is limited. Please tell us how many in your party. Valentine's Day is not just for couples. We welcome friends with or without benefits. We welcome siblings. We welcome cousins. It doesn’t have to be romantic. It’s just about love. And food, of course. Again, call or e-mail for reservations. $70 for the meal. Drinks, tax, tip not included. The Foothills Cafe and Curio is located at 25 Main Street, Center Sandwich, NH. 603-707-2424
Workshops and Classes
Dragonfly Yoga Barn
It has been a wonderful year of sharing yoga, meditation, yoga retreats, music events, and workshops from here at Dragonfly Yoga Barn and around the world. Some of you traveled with us in 2022 to Ireland and Hawaii (with the wonderful Leslie Jose!), and some are joining me in India in February for a 3-week immersion! Longing to travel while you partake in yoga? Take a peek at our website to see what's coming up locally and abroad, and join us in the studio or online for our weekly yoga classes! Visit dragonflyyogabarn.com to join a class or find out about our upcoming specials: Until Dec. 24th: 10% OFF ALL YOGA PASSES! The perfect stocking stuffer or a little gift for yourself! Welcome Winter Solstice Yoga: Wed. Dec. 21, 6-7:15 am. dragonflyyoga.com to register and learn more.
Basket Street Yoga
Please go to the SCHEDULE page online at 2basketstreetyoga.com where you can sign up for classes.
Class Prices - for both in studio & on Zoom
Drop In - $15.00; 5-Class Pass - $65.00; 10-Class Pass - $130.00
2 Basket Street, Center Sandwich, NH 03227. 617-461-9512
Eastman House Counseling and Yoga
Announcing Eastman House Creative Counseling and Yoga with Heather Cameron. Winter yoga class, schedule beginning Monday December 5:
Monday 6pm – 7pm Gentle Yoga for Self-Care
Wednesday 9am – 10am Mindful Slow Flow
Sunday 6pm – 7pm Sunday Night Reset
909 Holderness Road, Center Sandwich. More info, or to register: eastmanhouse.heather@gmail.com
Adult Tai Chi
Mondays 8:00-9:00 am, Upstairs Sandwich Town Hall. Instructor Susan Macleod will lead each 1-hour session. 6-Week sessions start on November 7. Cost is $40.00 for the 6-week session or $10.00 for a drop-in. Folks are welcome to join on any day. Teacher Susan MacLeod began studying in 1995 and started to teach in 1999. Susan’s ongoing learning has included three trips to China to study with several masters, and as a perpetual student, learning from students, other teachers and whatever challenges life offers. To register, go to the town website.
Adult Pickleball
Tuesdays 6:00 pm in the Sandwich Central School gym. All levels welcome. We do have some paddles to lend out for new players. Pickleball waiver is linked at the town website.
Beginner Music Jam ~ every Wednesday
Sandwich resident Christine Woodman is forming a weekly beginner musician jam. Beginning November 16, Christine will host a group of musicians, playing traditional New England dance music in a jam format Wednesday evenings 6:30-8:00 pm at the Sandwich Town Hall upstairs. The group will focus on beginner musicians, playing slowly, melody and chording instruments of all types. Not a lesson, just a get together of those hobby musicians who wish to gain confidence in their instruments. Sheet music provided or bring your own tunes.
This is a free gathering, no obligation ever; show up if you can. You’ll play 6 basic trad tunes including Old Joe Clark, Angeline the Baker, and Flop-Eared Mule. Sheet music will be available and Christine will lead this new SLOW jam on my fiddle. To hear these great tunes, and more, go to the Maine Fiddle Camp website. Even if you play shaker eggs or a simple drum, you'll have fun hearing some New England traditional dance music, slow style. 6:30 to 8pm. Every Wednesday!
Violin, Viola, and Cello Lessons
Shelby Trevor is a professional violinist, composer, and instructor with over 12 years of experience teaching all ages and skill levels. Learn online or in-person with private virtual lessons. In person lessons available in North Sandwich, NH. To sign up or to receive more information, contact Shelby at shelbytrevor@gmail.com.
It has been a wonderful year of sharing yoga, meditation, yoga retreats, music events, and workshops from here at Dragonfly Yoga Barn and around the world. Some of you traveled with us in 2022 to Ireland and Hawaii (with the wonderful Leslie Jose!), and some are joining me in India in February for a 3-week immersion! Longing to travel while you partake in yoga? Take a peek at our website to see what's coming up locally and abroad, and join us in the studio or online for our weekly yoga classes! Visit dragonflyyogabarn.com to join a class or find out about our upcoming specials: Until Dec. 24th: 10% OFF ALL YOGA PASSES! The perfect stocking stuffer or a little gift for yourself! Welcome Winter Solstice Yoga: Wed. Dec. 21, 6-7:15 am. dragonflyyoga.com to register and learn more.
Basket Street Yoga
Please go to the SCHEDULE page online at 2basketstreetyoga.com where you can sign up for classes.
Class Prices - for both in studio & on Zoom
Drop In - $15.00; 5-Class Pass - $65.00; 10-Class Pass - $130.00
2 Basket Street, Center Sandwich, NH 03227. 617-461-9512
Eastman House Counseling and Yoga
Announcing Eastman House Creative Counseling and Yoga with Heather Cameron. Winter yoga class, schedule beginning Monday December 5:
Monday 6pm – 7pm Gentle Yoga for Self-Care
Wednesday 9am – 10am Mindful Slow Flow
Sunday 6pm – 7pm Sunday Night Reset
909 Holderness Road, Center Sandwich. More info, or to register: eastmanhouse.heather@gmail.com
Adult Tai Chi
Mondays 8:00-9:00 am, Upstairs Sandwich Town Hall. Instructor Susan Macleod will lead each 1-hour session. 6-Week sessions start on November 7. Cost is $40.00 for the 6-week session or $10.00 for a drop-in. Folks are welcome to join on any day. Teacher Susan MacLeod began studying in 1995 and started to teach in 1999. Susan’s ongoing learning has included three trips to China to study with several masters, and as a perpetual student, learning from students, other teachers and whatever challenges life offers. To register, go to the town website.
Adult Pickleball
Tuesdays 6:00 pm in the Sandwich Central School gym. All levels welcome. We do have some paddles to lend out for new players. Pickleball waiver is linked at the town website.
Beginner Music Jam ~ every Wednesday
Sandwich resident Christine Woodman is forming a weekly beginner musician jam. Beginning November 16, Christine will host a group of musicians, playing traditional New England dance music in a jam format Wednesday evenings 6:30-8:00 pm at the Sandwich Town Hall upstairs. The group will focus on beginner musicians, playing slowly, melody and chording instruments of all types. Not a lesson, just a get together of those hobby musicians who wish to gain confidence in their instruments. Sheet music provided or bring your own tunes.
This is a free gathering, no obligation ever; show up if you can. You’ll play 6 basic trad tunes including Old Joe Clark, Angeline the Baker, and Flop-Eared Mule. Sheet music will be available and Christine will lead this new SLOW jam on my fiddle. To hear these great tunes, and more, go to the Maine Fiddle Camp website. Even if you play shaker eggs or a simple drum, you'll have fun hearing some New England traditional dance music, slow style. 6:30 to 8pm. Every Wednesday!
Violin, Viola, and Cello Lessons
Shelby Trevor is a professional violinist, composer, and instructor with over 12 years of experience teaching all ages and skill levels. Learn online or in-person with private virtual lessons. In person lessons available in North Sandwich, NH. To sign up or to receive more information, contact Shelby at shelbytrevor@gmail.com.
Summertime! Photo by Janina Lamb
Places to go; things to do...
Club Sandwich Announces Season 3 Dates
Club Sandwich, Sandwich’s unique performance venue is the brainchild of veteran entertainer John Davidson. Club Sandwich offers “an intimate musical evening in a cozy room with an audience of 40-ish friendly folks.” Their third season will begin on June 2, running through October 21, 2023. The guest roster is already shaping up to be amazing and varied. Stay tuned, tickets will be on sale in the not distant future! You can find out more at Johndavidson.com/clubsandwich. Club Sandwich is located at 12 Main Street, Center Sandwich.
Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods
Grab your XC skis and snowshoes and get yourself outside in our gorgeous, snow-covered forest. With several inches of fresh snow in Sandwich, New Hampshire the conditions are excellent on the beautiful trails at CSVW. Trails have been freshly groomed with our new grooming machine and are just waiting for you to come explore and enjoy wintertime in the woods.
Fairgrounds Skiing
Trails are open for cross country skiing in the Sandwich Fairgrounds. Many thanks to the Sandwich Recreation department for grooming the trails.
Skating Rink at Remick Park
The Sandwich parks and recreation along with the Sandwich Highway Department have completed setting up the ice-skating rink at Remick Park (across from 2 Maple Ridge Road, N. Sandwich). They ask that people stay off the rink until it is officially opened, to allow for weather conditions necessary for rink to freeze.
Senior Meals ~ every Wednesday at the Benz Center
So much laughter and good cheer at our Wednesday lunch here in Sandwich! Thanks to our guests and volunteers for making lunch such a happy occasion! Remember, Moultonborough senior meals are held Monday through Thursday at the Moultonborough Community Center (formerly Old Lions Club) at 139 Old Route 109. All are welcome. A suggested donation of $2.00 for each meal would be appreciated. Takeout are $3.00. SUCH A DEAL! Wednesdays at noon. Doris L. Benz Community Center 18 Heard Road, Center Sandwich.
The Foothills Café
Fall/Winter Hours as follows: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 8 am to 9 pm. Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm. Closed Monday and Tuesday. For more information and the daily menu, please visit www.thefoothillsofsandwich.com 603-707-2424. Additionally, we are working on our roster of events to keep your imaginations engaged during the hibernating months. This is roughly what a week at The Foothills will look like:
Monday: Trivia Night (new day)
Thursday: Music 6 - 8 (3rd Thursday is Celtic Jam)
Friday: no events for those of you who think events are stupid;
Saturday: Music 6 - 8
Sunday: True Brunch with music (yes, eggs and something to go with maple syrup);
Sunday Night: Special Events including The Black Fly (Sandwich's version of The Moth) and special lectures including one coming up on SASQUATCH, from an expert on the topic! Stay tuned.
Patricia Ladd Carega Gallery
Thanks to all for a great summer! The barn will be open again in May. In the meantime patricialaddcaregagallery.com.
Sandwich Home Industries and Center Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery
The Sandwich Home Industries, aka League of NH Craftsmen Gallery in Sandwich, closed for the winter on Sunday Oct. 16th. The mission of the Sandwich Home Industries is three-fold: to support local artists and the local economy; to provide a welcoming gallery and educational program for area residents and visitors to Center Sandwich; and to collaborate with the League of NH Craftsmen to advance, cultivate, and champion excellence in fine craft. Sandwich Home Industries is located at 32 Main Street, Sandwich.
The Bookshop at 25 Grove Street
The bookshop at 25 Grove Street will be open from 10am until 4 or 5pm on Saturdays. I bought several collections since Christmas including many books on the American Civil War, Custer and the western Native Americans, Book Collecting and NH Local History. I hope to be open Saturdays until further notice. John Perkins
Corner House Restaurant & Bar
The new owner, Sam Kachmar, is committed to honoring the tradition of this local establishment by strengthening its reputation for fine food and warm friends and restoring the property to its former grandeur. He has welcomed the Sandwich Creamery into the building and looks forward to all the opportunities in the future to connect with his community through food, architecture, and a shared love for this special town. On Wednesday and Friday evenings, the Corner House hosts fantastic local musicians. 22 Main Street, Sandwich, NH. www.nhcornerhouse.com, 603-284-6219
Papa Beans Ice Cream
Current hours are: Monday-Wednesday schedule a pick up; Thursday 5pm to 7pm; Friday 6pm to 8pm; Saturday 6pm to 8pm; Sunday 2pm to 6pm. Located at Young Maple Ridge Sugar House 301 Wing Road, North Sandwich. 603-393-6948 Papabeansicecream@gmail.com
Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods
Located at 740 Mt Israel Road in Center Sandwich, New Hampshire. Open dawn to dusk every day of every season and waiting for you!
The Porch
The Porch at 7 Main Street sells hand-made items, antiques, clothing & home decor. For more information visit www.theporchnh.com or call 402-326-5450.
Willow Pond
We are selling Anna’s Farm Fresh Eggs at the Foothills and Willow Pond. Willow Pond is open Thursday thru Sunday 11 to 4ish and Sundays 12 to 4ish. Always a unique, whimsical array of antique, vintage, jean jackets, Anne Made, shortbread and so much more.12 Main St. (next to the Corner House) in Center Sandwich.
Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm (Tamworth)
To find out about all the great activities available at Remick Museum, please visit their website:
www.remickmuseum.org/events/summer-farm-fun
Tamworth Distilling (Tamworth)
Check out this local attraction: https://shop.tamworthdistilling.com/events
Club Sandwich, Sandwich’s unique performance venue is the brainchild of veteran entertainer John Davidson. Club Sandwich offers “an intimate musical evening in a cozy room with an audience of 40-ish friendly folks.” Their third season will begin on June 2, running through October 21, 2023. The guest roster is already shaping up to be amazing and varied. Stay tuned, tickets will be on sale in the not distant future! You can find out more at Johndavidson.com/clubsandwich. Club Sandwich is located at 12 Main Street, Center Sandwich.
Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods
Grab your XC skis and snowshoes and get yourself outside in our gorgeous, snow-covered forest. With several inches of fresh snow in Sandwich, New Hampshire the conditions are excellent on the beautiful trails at CSVW. Trails have been freshly groomed with our new grooming machine and are just waiting for you to come explore and enjoy wintertime in the woods.
Fairgrounds Skiing
Trails are open for cross country skiing in the Sandwich Fairgrounds. Many thanks to the Sandwich Recreation department for grooming the trails.
Skating Rink at Remick Park
The Sandwich parks and recreation along with the Sandwich Highway Department have completed setting up the ice-skating rink at Remick Park (across from 2 Maple Ridge Road, N. Sandwich). They ask that people stay off the rink until it is officially opened, to allow for weather conditions necessary for rink to freeze.
Senior Meals ~ every Wednesday at the Benz Center
So much laughter and good cheer at our Wednesday lunch here in Sandwich! Thanks to our guests and volunteers for making lunch such a happy occasion! Remember, Moultonborough senior meals are held Monday through Thursday at the Moultonborough Community Center (formerly Old Lions Club) at 139 Old Route 109. All are welcome. A suggested donation of $2.00 for each meal would be appreciated. Takeout are $3.00. SUCH A DEAL! Wednesdays at noon. Doris L. Benz Community Center 18 Heard Road, Center Sandwich.
The Foothills Café
Fall/Winter Hours as follows: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 8 am to 9 pm. Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm. Closed Monday and Tuesday. For more information and the daily menu, please visit www.thefoothillsofsandwich.com 603-707-2424. Additionally, we are working on our roster of events to keep your imaginations engaged during the hibernating months. This is roughly what a week at The Foothills will look like:
Monday: Trivia Night (new day)
Thursday: Music 6 - 8 (3rd Thursday is Celtic Jam)
Friday: no events for those of you who think events are stupid;
Saturday: Music 6 - 8
Sunday: True Brunch with music (yes, eggs and something to go with maple syrup);
Sunday Night: Special Events including The Black Fly (Sandwich's version of The Moth) and special lectures including one coming up on SASQUATCH, from an expert on the topic! Stay tuned.
Patricia Ladd Carega Gallery
Thanks to all for a great summer! The barn will be open again in May. In the meantime patricialaddcaregagallery.com.
Sandwich Home Industries and Center Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery
The Sandwich Home Industries, aka League of NH Craftsmen Gallery in Sandwich, closed for the winter on Sunday Oct. 16th. The mission of the Sandwich Home Industries is three-fold: to support local artists and the local economy; to provide a welcoming gallery and educational program for area residents and visitors to Center Sandwich; and to collaborate with the League of NH Craftsmen to advance, cultivate, and champion excellence in fine craft. Sandwich Home Industries is located at 32 Main Street, Sandwich.
The Bookshop at 25 Grove Street
The bookshop at 25 Grove Street will be open from 10am until 4 or 5pm on Saturdays. I bought several collections since Christmas including many books on the American Civil War, Custer and the western Native Americans, Book Collecting and NH Local History. I hope to be open Saturdays until further notice. John Perkins
Corner House Restaurant & Bar
The new owner, Sam Kachmar, is committed to honoring the tradition of this local establishment by strengthening its reputation for fine food and warm friends and restoring the property to its former grandeur. He has welcomed the Sandwich Creamery into the building and looks forward to all the opportunities in the future to connect with his community through food, architecture, and a shared love for this special town. On Wednesday and Friday evenings, the Corner House hosts fantastic local musicians. 22 Main Street, Sandwich, NH. www.nhcornerhouse.com, 603-284-6219
Papa Beans Ice Cream
Current hours are: Monday-Wednesday schedule a pick up; Thursday 5pm to 7pm; Friday 6pm to 8pm; Saturday 6pm to 8pm; Sunday 2pm to 6pm. Located at Young Maple Ridge Sugar House 301 Wing Road, North Sandwich. 603-393-6948 Papabeansicecream@gmail.com
Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods
Located at 740 Mt Israel Road in Center Sandwich, New Hampshire. Open dawn to dusk every day of every season and waiting for you!
The Porch
The Porch at 7 Main Street sells hand-made items, antiques, clothing & home decor. For more information visit www.theporchnh.com or call 402-326-5450.
Willow Pond
We are selling Anna’s Farm Fresh Eggs at the Foothills and Willow Pond. Willow Pond is open Thursday thru Sunday 11 to 4ish and Sundays 12 to 4ish. Always a unique, whimsical array of antique, vintage, jean jackets, Anne Made, shortbread and so much more.12 Main St. (next to the Corner House) in Center Sandwich.
Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm (Tamworth)
To find out about all the great activities available at Remick Museum, please visit their website:
www.remickmuseum.org/events/summer-farm-fun
Tamworth Distilling (Tamworth)
Check out this local attraction: https://shop.tamworthdistilling.com/events
Sandwich 4-H Clubs
Sandwich boasts several active 4-H clubs. This year, the 4-H was able to raise $7,000.00, which will help fund programming and scholarships throughout the county. 4-H is open to children aged 5 – 18. For more information about 4-H clubs in Carroll County, please contact Greg Hufford at Gregory.hufford@unh.edu.
Sandwich boasts several active 4-H clubs. This year, the 4-H was able to raise $7,000.00, which will help fund programming and scholarships throughout the county. 4-H is open to children aged 5 – 18. For more information about 4-H clubs in Carroll County, please contact Greg Hufford at Gregory.hufford@unh.edu.
Sandwich Children’s Center
The Children's Center is looking for individuals who would like to share a skill with our toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners. We are looking for local musicians to share music, as well as artists (specifically who would like to join us for pottery, wet felting and paper mache). Being able to offer occasional musical and artistic experiences would really be enjoyed by all of the children.
We are also looking for some items for the classrooms: plain canvas for painting, various fabric, wool for wet felting, mirrors, picture frames, baskets of all sizes, 1 clean rug, various kitchen items to explore art with (potato mashers, spoons of all sizes, spatulas, cheese grater), loose part items, wooden spools, various wooden items, beads, pinecones, pom-poms, etc., items for tinkering and taking apart (typewriters, old phones, radio, plastic clock) Thank you all for your consideration, generosity, and support. Your donations are always enjoyed by the children and provide them with some interesting items to explore and create with. Sandwich Children's Center, 54 Maple Street; contact@sandwichchildrenscenter.org
Friends and Fiber Group
The Friends and Fiber Group meets every Wednesday evening from 6-8 pm. During most of the year, the group meets in the Community Room of the Samuel H. Wentworth Library. The Fiber Group welcomes all abilities and ages of fiber enthusiasts (and those wanting learn or just visit). 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. Winter weather may change the meeting.
In the Round
In the Round, a community discussion group for the past 23 years, meets weekly in Sandwich. After taking the July 4th weekend off, when we resume on Sunday, July 10, we will meet in person at the Benz Center, our long-term home before the disruptions of Covid 19. Doors open at 8:30, discussion begins at 8:45. The discussion generally runs until 10 am, or a bit longer. 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.
Samuel H. Wentworth Library
35 Main Street, PO Box 146 Center Sandwich, NH 03227 phone: (603) 284-6665; email: sandwichlibrary@gmail.com. Library hours are Monday through Friday 12-6, and Saturdays 10-1.
Book Sale Donations
The Friends of the Library are gathering books for the annual Book Sale held during Old Home Week in August. We can use more books! Please consider bringing your gently used books to the library. They can be dropped off in the bin in the vestibule of the downstairs entrance to the library. We are very proud of the quality of our books at this sale. Sandwich residents read great books! Please share them with others when you are done. Thank you.
Books Sandwiched In
Below find the books and dates as well as reviewers selected for the 2023 season of Books-Sandwiched-In. The Committee has not decided whether to again Zoom these reviews or to meet in person at the Community Room at the Samuel H. Wentworth Library.
The list:
1. Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston. Reviewer Will Speers (1/9)
2. Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer Reviewer PJ Blakenhorn (1/23)
3. Fidelity by Wendell Berry. reviewer Mike Henriques. (2/6)
4. Eating to Extinction by Dan Saladino. reviewer: Ron Lawler (2/27)
5. Here If You Need Me by Kate Braestrop. reviewer: Deb Hoffman. (3/13)
6. The Chancellor by Kati Marton. reviewer Nancy Starmer, (3/27)
The Children's Center is looking for individuals who would like to share a skill with our toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners. We are looking for local musicians to share music, as well as artists (specifically who would like to join us for pottery, wet felting and paper mache). Being able to offer occasional musical and artistic experiences would really be enjoyed by all of the children.
We are also looking for some items for the classrooms: plain canvas for painting, various fabric, wool for wet felting, mirrors, picture frames, baskets of all sizes, 1 clean rug, various kitchen items to explore art with (potato mashers, spoons of all sizes, spatulas, cheese grater), loose part items, wooden spools, various wooden items, beads, pinecones, pom-poms, etc., items for tinkering and taking apart (typewriters, old phones, radio, plastic clock) Thank you all for your consideration, generosity, and support. Your donations are always enjoyed by the children and provide them with some interesting items to explore and create with. Sandwich Children's Center, 54 Maple Street; contact@sandwichchildrenscenter.org
Friends and Fiber Group
The Friends and Fiber Group meets every Wednesday evening from 6-8 pm. During most of the year, the group meets in the Community Room of the Samuel H. Wentworth Library. The Fiber Group welcomes all abilities and ages of fiber enthusiasts (and those wanting learn or just visit). 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. Winter weather may change the meeting.
In the Round
In the Round, a community discussion group for the past 23 years, meets weekly in Sandwich. After taking the July 4th weekend off, when we resume on Sunday, July 10, we will meet in person at the Benz Center, our long-term home before the disruptions of Covid 19. Doors open at 8:30, discussion begins at 8:45. The discussion generally runs until 10 am, or a bit longer. 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.
Samuel H. Wentworth Library
35 Main Street, PO Box 146 Center Sandwich, NH 03227 phone: (603) 284-6665; email: sandwichlibrary@gmail.com. Library hours are Monday through Friday 12-6, and Saturdays 10-1.
Book Sale Donations
The Friends of the Library are gathering books for the annual Book Sale held during Old Home Week in August. We can use more books! Please consider bringing your gently used books to the library. They can be dropped off in the bin in the vestibule of the downstairs entrance to the library. We are very proud of the quality of our books at this sale. Sandwich residents read great books! Please share them with others when you are done. Thank you.
Books Sandwiched In
Below find the books and dates as well as reviewers selected for the 2023 season of Books-Sandwiched-In. The Committee has not decided whether to again Zoom these reviews or to meet in person at the Community Room at the Samuel H. Wentworth Library.
The list:
1. Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston. Reviewer Will Speers (1/9)
2. Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer Reviewer PJ Blakenhorn (1/23)
3. Fidelity by Wendell Berry. reviewer Mike Henriques. (2/6)
4. Eating to Extinction by Dan Saladino. reviewer: Ron Lawler (2/27)
5. Here If You Need Me by Kate Braestrop. reviewer: Deb Hoffman. (3/13)
6. The Chancellor by Kati Marton. reviewer Nancy Starmer, (3/27)
Photo by Franz Nicolay
North Sandwich Friends Meeting
Quaker Meetinghouse, North Sandwich, is closed for winter. For more information contact Susan Wiley, seeksusanatmyfairpoint.net or Gloria Hoag - 603-323-7487.
Community Church of Sandwich
Worship with the Community Church on Sundays at 10 at the Methodist Meetinghouse, 6 Main St. Contact us by Mail: PO Box 267, Sandwich, NH 03227
Quaker Meetinghouse, North Sandwich, is closed for winter. For more information contact Susan Wiley, seeksusanatmyfairpoint.net or Gloria Hoag - 603-323-7487.
Community Church of Sandwich
Worship with the Community Church on Sundays at 10 at the Methodist Meetinghouse, 6 Main St. Contact us by Mail: PO Box 267, Sandwich, NH 03227
Town Business
Fire Permits for Burning Brush
It's that time of year again and with the bare ground pre-eminent around us a Fire Permit is required for any outdoor burning. With a Fire Permit in hand a property owner, or their agent, may kindle an outdoor fire between 5pm and 9am. The fire must be completely extinguished by 9am. Legally burnable materials are listed on the Permit and are limited to untreated wood and brush up to 5 inches in diameter. No pressure treated lumber, no painted or stained demensional lumber, no building debris or shingles.
I encourage you to obtain your Permit online line at www.nhfirepermit.com or just Google 'nh fire permit'. An online Permit will cost you $5.50. Please print it out so you have a copy. If, for whatever reason, you can't get an online Permit, they are available at the Town Hall during regular business hours, at the Central Fire Station when someone is there and at Ben Adriance's at 368 Whiteface Road next to the Whiteface Fire Station. For seasonal campfire Permits please contact me at 603-387-7104 or 603-284-6838.
Even with a Permit, don't burn if it is windy or dry. Use common sense and remember you are responsible for what happens once you light the match. Jim Mykland, Town Forest Fire Warden
Transfer Station Hours
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.
After-hours DROP BOX for the Town Clerk/Tax Collector
There is a new after-hours DROP BOX located at the back entrance to Town Hall. If leaving a payment, kindly include the bottom portion of your tax bill and a self-addressed stamped envelope if you would like a receipt mailed to you. You can also visit our website: www.sandwichnh.org. Scroll down to Tax Payment Kiosk to view/print your receipt. The Town Clerk/Tax Collector’s Office will maintain regular business hours on Tuesday and Thursday, processing all transactions (Motor Vehicle Renewals, Vital Records, etc. in addition to Tax payments).
It's that time of year again and with the bare ground pre-eminent around us a Fire Permit is required for any outdoor burning. With a Fire Permit in hand a property owner, or their agent, may kindle an outdoor fire between 5pm and 9am. The fire must be completely extinguished by 9am. Legally burnable materials are listed on the Permit and are limited to untreated wood and brush up to 5 inches in diameter. No pressure treated lumber, no painted or stained demensional lumber, no building debris or shingles.
I encourage you to obtain your Permit online line at www.nhfirepermit.com or just Google 'nh fire permit'. An online Permit will cost you $5.50. Please print it out so you have a copy. If, for whatever reason, you can't get an online Permit, they are available at the Town Hall during regular business hours, at the Central Fire Station when someone is there and at Ben Adriance's at 368 Whiteface Road next to the Whiteface Fire Station. For seasonal campfire Permits please contact me at 603-387-7104 or 603-284-6838.
Even with a Permit, don't burn if it is windy or dry. Use common sense and remember you are responsible for what happens once you light the match. Jim Mykland, Town Forest Fire Warden
Transfer Station Hours
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.
After-hours DROP BOX for the Town Clerk/Tax Collector
There is a new after-hours DROP BOX located at the back entrance to Town Hall. If leaving a payment, kindly include the bottom portion of your tax bill and a self-addressed stamped envelope if you would like a receipt mailed to you. You can also visit our website: www.sandwichnh.org. Scroll down to Tax Payment Kiosk to view/print your receipt. The Town Clerk/Tax Collector’s Office will maintain regular business hours on Tuesday and Thursday, processing all transactions (Motor Vehicle Renewals, Vital Records, etc. in addition to Tax payments).
Sandwich Town Hall. Photo by Janina Lamb
Misc. Items of Interest
Sandwich Historical Society
2023 Sandwich Historical Society Calendars have arrived! The cost is $15.00, cash, check, or PayPal. For pick-up arrangements, please email Jennifer at sandwichhistory@gmail.com. If they need to be shipped, please order via the Sandwich Historical Society online gift shop. Go to www.sandwichhistorical.org and click on Online Store.
This summer, the Sandwich Historical Society is celebrating all things small. In addition to objects from our own collection, we are calling upon the community to share their Sandwich related treasures. Does your family have a dollhouse with which generations have played? Did you r great-grandmother collect tiny trinkets? Perhaps grandpa liked to carve models? We are in search of dollhouses or miniature items associated with Sandwich. If you have something you may wish to share for the summer, please get in touch with the Sandwich Historical society at sandwichhistory@gmail.com or 603-284-6269.
Samuel H. Wentworth Library
The Friends of the Library are gathering books for the annual Book Sale held during Old Home Week in August. We can use more books! Please consider bringing your gently used books to the library. They can be dropped off in the bin in the vestibule of the downstairs entrance to the library. We are very proud of the quality of our books at this sale. Sandwich residents read great books! Please share them with others when you are done. Thank you. Samuel Wentworth Library is located at 35 Main Street, PO Box 146 Center Sandwich, NH 03227 phone: (603) 284-6665; email: sandwichlibrary@gmail.com Library hours are Monday through Friday 12-6, and Saturdays 10-1.
Styrofoam Recycling
Peggy Longley of the Sandwich Recycling Project writes: We had a successful Styrofoam Collection Day. Thanks to all the Sandwich residents who saved up their foam materials. Thank you! In the mean time, keep saving your polystyrene materials! The next collection in Sandwich event will be announced -most likely late February. Drop Offs: For small amount of foam, anyone can make deposits -2 large bins, 24/7 at 55 Cherry Valley Rd. Gilford. For questions or to make appt. for larger load drop offs, you can call Gilford Recycling director, Meaghan Theriault, 603-527-4783 or email: dpwdirector@gilfordnh.org
Woodshare Program for Sandwich Residents
Mark Longley of the Sandwich Woodshare Program writes: Sandwich Woodshare is a grass-roots, all-volunteer program to procure firewood and distribute it to local residents who would otherwise be cold. This program is not intended to meet all of its clients' heating requirements, but rather to serve as a stop-gap measure to cover urgent needs between fuel shortages. We are currently disbursing up to 1/2 cord of free wood to those in need. You may pick up a voucher at the town hall or from Mark, the Woodshare Coordinator at (603) 284-6294 home, (603) 707-2046 cell.
Radon Testing
Radon gas is the leading natural cause of lung cancer and has other harmful effects on human health. New Hampshire is now offering free radon-in-air testing for all residences in the state. All you have to do is fill out an online application at http://aelabs.com/nh, and the analytical laboratory will send a test kit to your address. By the way, if your results are high, you may wish to consider radon-in-water testing. (Contact Mark at marklongley@sbcglobal.net for that.)
Tamworth Community Food Center Welcomes You
Located at St Andrews Church, 678 Whittier Road, Tamworth, NH. General Questions: 603-960-4067. For Tamworth and Sandwich residents. Future Dates and Hours:
Wednesdays, December 21st and January 4th. Hours: 11 - 3
Please review the following: Reusable bags are recommended: Wear a mask (masks available if needed); A volunteer will greet you; Shopping lists available on site.; Tables and chairs are set up for this; Volunteers will pack your items while you wait: The “free table” of miscellaneous goods is available. Tamworth Community Food Center, PO Box 141, Tamworth, NH 03886
Sandwich Climate Crisis Coalition
The Sandwich Climate Crisis Coalition (SCCC) are an ad-hoc group of more than 60 concerned citizens and part of a growing movement of towns in New Hampshire who are responding to the Climate Crisis with a commitment to promote energy and environmental conservation and use of alternative renewable resources. More than 67 New Hampshire towns have either passed or are working on climate warrant articles.
The key message: The more research we do, the more evident it becomes that our goal of 100% reliance on renewable sources of electricity by 2030 and for all other energy needs, including heating and transportation, by 2050 in the town of Sandwich will be very doable.
We welcome all concerned and interested Sandwich residents and other towns to join our Coalition with Communication, Education, Legislative, Conservation, and Solar committees to choose from. Please email marklongley@sbcglobal.net if you would like to receive SCCC emails and/or join our membership. Visit our website: just google Sandwich Climate.org.
We Care
We Care is a welcoming, all-volunteer group of neighbors who believe that all of us can play a meaningful role in taking care of each other and fostering mental health in our community. We are children, siblings, parents, grandparents, colleagues and friends, new and lifelong residents. For more information or if you are interested in joining us, please contact Dan Kusch, 568-3191 or Emilie Coulter, 707-6886.
Broadband Discounts
Richard Knox of the Sandwich Broadband Advisory Committee reports: Hundreds of Sandwich residents likely qualify for discounts of $30 to $39.25 on their monthly bills for NH Broadband/Conexon internet service, thanks to two little-known federal subsidies for Americans with modest incomes. Since the sticker price for basic service from NH Broadband is $49.95 per month, the bottom-line cost for those who qualify for ACP is $19.95 and for Lifeline $10.70. This is NOT a scam! The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), run by the Federal Communications Commission, offers a $30/month subsidy to a variety of individuals. Sandwich residents on Medicaid health insurance automatically qualify. So do families whose children participate in free/reduced school lunch or breakfast programs along with households getting SNAP (supplemental nutrition, formerly known as food stamps). Other automatic qualifiers: People on Supplemental Security Income (SSI), those on public housing assistance such as Section 8, veteran pensioners and survivors, and recipients of federal educational Pell Grants. Apart from these categories, households qualify for ACP if their yearly income is under $55,500 (family of four), $46,060 (three-person households), $36,620 (two-person households), or $27,179 (singles). A separate program, called Lifeline, offers an additional $9.75 a month for people whose incomes are lower – less than $37,463 for a four-person household, $31,091 for three people, $24,719 for two and $18,347 for singles. Lifeline recipients automatically qualify for ACP, bringing their total monthly subsidy to $39.75.
Sandwich residents who think they may qualify for these subsidies should visit www.affordableconnectivity.gov or www.lifelinesupport.org. If you know someone who may be eligible, please let them know about these important benefits. They can access the internet at the Wentworth Library and use the links above to learn more and apply online. They can call NH Broadband’s customer service line at 866-431-1029. If they need further assistance, they can call us – two members of the Town’s Broadband Advisory Committee – at the numbers below – and we’ll try to help. For the Sandwich Broadband Advisory Committee, Jeanne Ryer 603-491-2140, Richard Knox 603-284-6145
Sandwich Fund for Children and Youth
Sandwich Residents – It’s spring and the time of year to think about summer programs and camps. The Sandwich Fund for Children and Youth will provide a subsidy for Sandwich children, youth, and young adults under the age of 26 to participate in approved programs, providing enrichment, recreation, camp programs, education, driver ed and licensed child care programs. Applications are accepted throughout the year. There are two funding cycles, school year and summer. Applicants may apply twice a year for an award up to $500 per child. SFCY does not pay back bills. Further information and applications are available on the Town website ( Trustee of Trust Funds page), Sandwich Town Hall, Sandwich Recreation Program, Sandwich Central School, and Inter-lakes Junior and Senior High Schools. Business is done via PO Box 95 03227. This program is supported by the Alfred Quimby Fund in partnership with the Trustees of Trust Funds for the Town of Sandwich. Susan Wiley
Sandwich Woman's Club Book and Supply Money 2022
If you are a Sandwich resident and a recent high school graduate working on your first undergraduate degree, you are eligible to receive funds for Books and Supplies from the Sandwich Woman’s Club. By AUG 1 (postmark date) write to Sandwich the Woman's Club, PO Box 485, Center Sandwich, NH 03227. In the note introduce yourself, including your name and contact information*, share your goals for the future and your plan to reach those goals. Students may request Book and Supply Money each year (no more than 4 years) of their undergraduate career. Students may request Book and Supply Money each year (no more than 4 years) of their undergraduate career.
The Sandwich Woman's Club raises money with a raffle during Old Home Week (Thursday 8/11/22 at 1 pm on the green). Funds raised are used to help Sandwich young adults with some of the expenses that come with continuing their education. The amount is usually $150 to $200 per student depending on the funds raised by the raffle and the number of students requesting funds. Students must write the notes themselves and are preferred. If a student is short on time or out of town, they may send an e-mail to thesandwichwomansclub@gmail.com. The Aug 1 deadline will still apply. Please include Book and Supply in the Subject Line.
*Contact info needs to include the following: Name, address where to send book and supply money, email & phone incase we need to contact you.
2022 Scholarships for Sandwich Students
The Alfred Quimby Trust and the Doris L. Benz Trust both provide scholarships to Sandwich residents. These scholarships each have distinct and different criteria and processes. The Doris L. Benz Trust will consider scholarship awards to Sandwich residents who meet ALLof the following criteria:
(1) Resident of Sandwich
(2) Graduated from Interlakes High School
(3) Enrolling in an accredited undergraduate post-secondary education program
Graduate and adult students or traditional students who did not graduate from Interlakes High School are not eligible for funding from the Doris L. Benz Trust.
The Alfred Quimby Trust sponsors scholarships for residents who do NOT qualify for the Doris L. Benz Trust. This means if the student is a Sandwich resident but did not graduate from Interlakes High School or is a graduate student or an adult student, they qualify for the Alfred Quimby Trust. The Alfred Quimby Trust and the Doris L. Benz Trust scholarships are managed through the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation’s online application.
The 2022 application deadline is Friday April 15 at 5:00 pm ET. To access the online application and to receive further instructions students should visit the Foundation’s website at www.nhcf.org. For more information about the Quimby or Benz scholarships or other student aid resources, please contact the Student Aid Office at the NH Charitable Foundation at 1-800-464-6641 or studentdocs@nhcf.org.
Driver’s Education Grants
The Sandwich Children and Youth Fund offers grants of up to $500.00 towards the cost of Driver's Education for children of the residents of the Town of Sandwich. The grants are administered by the Town of Sandwich Trustees of Trust Funds who thank the Quimby Trust for their generous donations that make this possible.
Grants are also available for other extracurricular and enrichment activities such as sports programs, arts, music and dance lessons, summer camps, school trips, etc. For more information on eligibility and how to apply, email: sandwichchildrenandyouthfund@gmail.com
2023 Sandwich Historical Society Calendars have arrived! The cost is $15.00, cash, check, or PayPal. For pick-up arrangements, please email Jennifer at sandwichhistory@gmail.com. If they need to be shipped, please order via the Sandwich Historical Society online gift shop. Go to www.sandwichhistorical.org and click on Online Store.
This summer, the Sandwich Historical Society is celebrating all things small. In addition to objects from our own collection, we are calling upon the community to share their Sandwich related treasures. Does your family have a dollhouse with which generations have played? Did you r great-grandmother collect tiny trinkets? Perhaps grandpa liked to carve models? We are in search of dollhouses or miniature items associated with Sandwich. If you have something you may wish to share for the summer, please get in touch with the Sandwich Historical society at sandwichhistory@gmail.com or 603-284-6269.
Samuel H. Wentworth Library
The Friends of the Library are gathering books for the annual Book Sale held during Old Home Week in August. We can use more books! Please consider bringing your gently used books to the library. They can be dropped off in the bin in the vestibule of the downstairs entrance to the library. We are very proud of the quality of our books at this sale. Sandwich residents read great books! Please share them with others when you are done. Thank you. Samuel Wentworth Library is located at 35 Main Street, PO Box 146 Center Sandwich, NH 03227 phone: (603) 284-6665; email: sandwichlibrary@gmail.com Library hours are Monday through Friday 12-6, and Saturdays 10-1.
Styrofoam Recycling
Peggy Longley of the Sandwich Recycling Project writes: We had a successful Styrofoam Collection Day. Thanks to all the Sandwich residents who saved up their foam materials. Thank you! In the mean time, keep saving your polystyrene materials! The next collection in Sandwich event will be announced -most likely late February. Drop Offs: For small amount of foam, anyone can make deposits -2 large bins, 24/7 at 55 Cherry Valley Rd. Gilford. For questions or to make appt. for larger load drop offs, you can call Gilford Recycling director, Meaghan Theriault, 603-527-4783 or email: dpwdirector@gilfordnh.org
Woodshare Program for Sandwich Residents
Mark Longley of the Sandwich Woodshare Program writes: Sandwich Woodshare is a grass-roots, all-volunteer program to procure firewood and distribute it to local residents who would otherwise be cold. This program is not intended to meet all of its clients' heating requirements, but rather to serve as a stop-gap measure to cover urgent needs between fuel shortages. We are currently disbursing up to 1/2 cord of free wood to those in need. You may pick up a voucher at the town hall or from Mark, the Woodshare Coordinator at (603) 284-6294 home, (603) 707-2046 cell.
Radon Testing
Radon gas is the leading natural cause of lung cancer and has other harmful effects on human health. New Hampshire is now offering free radon-in-air testing for all residences in the state. All you have to do is fill out an online application at http://aelabs.com/nh, and the analytical laboratory will send a test kit to your address. By the way, if your results are high, you may wish to consider radon-in-water testing. (Contact Mark at marklongley@sbcglobal.net for that.)
Tamworth Community Food Center Welcomes You
Located at St Andrews Church, 678 Whittier Road, Tamworth, NH. General Questions: 603-960-4067. For Tamworth and Sandwich residents. Future Dates and Hours:
Wednesdays, December 21st and January 4th. Hours: 11 - 3
Please review the following: Reusable bags are recommended: Wear a mask (masks available if needed); A volunteer will greet you; Shopping lists available on site.; Tables and chairs are set up for this; Volunteers will pack your items while you wait: The “free table” of miscellaneous goods is available. Tamworth Community Food Center, PO Box 141, Tamworth, NH 03886
Sandwich Climate Crisis Coalition
The Sandwich Climate Crisis Coalition (SCCC) are an ad-hoc group of more than 60 concerned citizens and part of a growing movement of towns in New Hampshire who are responding to the Climate Crisis with a commitment to promote energy and environmental conservation and use of alternative renewable resources. More than 67 New Hampshire towns have either passed or are working on climate warrant articles.
The key message: The more research we do, the more evident it becomes that our goal of 100% reliance on renewable sources of electricity by 2030 and for all other energy needs, including heating and transportation, by 2050 in the town of Sandwich will be very doable.
We welcome all concerned and interested Sandwich residents and other towns to join our Coalition with Communication, Education, Legislative, Conservation, and Solar committees to choose from. Please email marklongley@sbcglobal.net if you would like to receive SCCC emails and/or join our membership. Visit our website: just google Sandwich Climate.org.
We Care
We Care is a welcoming, all-volunteer group of neighbors who believe that all of us can play a meaningful role in taking care of each other and fostering mental health in our community. We are children, siblings, parents, grandparents, colleagues and friends, new and lifelong residents. For more information or if you are interested in joining us, please contact Dan Kusch, 568-3191 or Emilie Coulter, 707-6886.
Broadband Discounts
Richard Knox of the Sandwich Broadband Advisory Committee reports: Hundreds of Sandwich residents likely qualify for discounts of $30 to $39.25 on their monthly bills for NH Broadband/Conexon internet service, thanks to two little-known federal subsidies for Americans with modest incomes. Since the sticker price for basic service from NH Broadband is $49.95 per month, the bottom-line cost for those who qualify for ACP is $19.95 and for Lifeline $10.70. This is NOT a scam! The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), run by the Federal Communications Commission, offers a $30/month subsidy to a variety of individuals. Sandwich residents on Medicaid health insurance automatically qualify. So do families whose children participate in free/reduced school lunch or breakfast programs along with households getting SNAP (supplemental nutrition, formerly known as food stamps). Other automatic qualifiers: People on Supplemental Security Income (SSI), those on public housing assistance such as Section 8, veteran pensioners and survivors, and recipients of federal educational Pell Grants. Apart from these categories, households qualify for ACP if their yearly income is under $55,500 (family of four), $46,060 (three-person households), $36,620 (two-person households), or $27,179 (singles). A separate program, called Lifeline, offers an additional $9.75 a month for people whose incomes are lower – less than $37,463 for a four-person household, $31,091 for three people, $24,719 for two and $18,347 for singles. Lifeline recipients automatically qualify for ACP, bringing their total monthly subsidy to $39.75.
Sandwich residents who think they may qualify for these subsidies should visit www.affordableconnectivity.gov or www.lifelinesupport.org. If you know someone who may be eligible, please let them know about these important benefits. They can access the internet at the Wentworth Library and use the links above to learn more and apply online. They can call NH Broadband’s customer service line at 866-431-1029. If they need further assistance, they can call us – two members of the Town’s Broadband Advisory Committee – at the numbers below – and we’ll try to help. For the Sandwich Broadband Advisory Committee, Jeanne Ryer 603-491-2140, Richard Knox 603-284-6145
Sandwich Fund for Children and Youth
Sandwich Residents – It’s spring and the time of year to think about summer programs and camps. The Sandwich Fund for Children and Youth will provide a subsidy for Sandwich children, youth, and young adults under the age of 26 to participate in approved programs, providing enrichment, recreation, camp programs, education, driver ed and licensed child care programs. Applications are accepted throughout the year. There are two funding cycles, school year and summer. Applicants may apply twice a year for an award up to $500 per child. SFCY does not pay back bills. Further information and applications are available on the Town website ( Trustee of Trust Funds page), Sandwich Town Hall, Sandwich Recreation Program, Sandwich Central School, and Inter-lakes Junior and Senior High Schools. Business is done via PO Box 95 03227. This program is supported by the Alfred Quimby Fund in partnership with the Trustees of Trust Funds for the Town of Sandwich. Susan Wiley
Sandwich Woman's Club Book and Supply Money 2022
If you are a Sandwich resident and a recent high school graduate working on your first undergraduate degree, you are eligible to receive funds for Books and Supplies from the Sandwich Woman’s Club. By AUG 1 (postmark date) write to Sandwich the Woman's Club, PO Box 485, Center Sandwich, NH 03227. In the note introduce yourself, including your name and contact information*, share your goals for the future and your plan to reach those goals. Students may request Book and Supply Money each year (no more than 4 years) of their undergraduate career. Students may request Book and Supply Money each year (no more than 4 years) of their undergraduate career.
The Sandwich Woman's Club raises money with a raffle during Old Home Week (Thursday 8/11/22 at 1 pm on the green). Funds raised are used to help Sandwich young adults with some of the expenses that come with continuing their education. The amount is usually $150 to $200 per student depending on the funds raised by the raffle and the number of students requesting funds. Students must write the notes themselves and are preferred. If a student is short on time or out of town, they may send an e-mail to thesandwichwomansclub@gmail.com. The Aug 1 deadline will still apply. Please include Book and Supply in the Subject Line.
*Contact info needs to include the following: Name, address where to send book and supply money, email & phone incase we need to contact you.
2022 Scholarships for Sandwich Students
The Alfred Quimby Trust and the Doris L. Benz Trust both provide scholarships to Sandwich residents. These scholarships each have distinct and different criteria and processes. The Doris L. Benz Trust will consider scholarship awards to Sandwich residents who meet ALLof the following criteria:
(1) Resident of Sandwich
(2) Graduated from Interlakes High School
(3) Enrolling in an accredited undergraduate post-secondary education program
Graduate and adult students or traditional students who did not graduate from Interlakes High School are not eligible for funding from the Doris L. Benz Trust.
The Alfred Quimby Trust sponsors scholarships for residents who do NOT qualify for the Doris L. Benz Trust. This means if the student is a Sandwich resident but did not graduate from Interlakes High School or is a graduate student or an adult student, they qualify for the Alfred Quimby Trust. The Alfred Quimby Trust and the Doris L. Benz Trust scholarships are managed through the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation’s online application.
The 2022 application deadline is Friday April 15 at 5:00 pm ET. To access the online application and to receive further instructions students should visit the Foundation’s website at www.nhcf.org. For more information about the Quimby or Benz scholarships or other student aid resources, please contact the Student Aid Office at the NH Charitable Foundation at 1-800-464-6641 or studentdocs@nhcf.org.
Driver’s Education Grants
The Sandwich Children and Youth Fund offers grants of up to $500.00 towards the cost of Driver's Education for children of the residents of the Town of Sandwich. The grants are administered by the Town of Sandwich Trustees of Trust Funds who thank the Quimby Trust for their generous donations that make this possible.
Grants are also available for other extracurricular and enrichment activities such as sports programs, arts, music and dance lessons, summer camps, school trips, etc. For more information on eligibility and how to apply, email: sandwichchildrenandyouthfund@gmail.com
This website, Discover Sandwich, has been in continuous operation since 2015. It functions as a community resource, in addition to a site that highlights and promotes SBG members, and gives an overview of the town to interested parties. Even if you do not have a business in Sandwich, you are welcome to join as an associate member. The Sandwich Business Group welcomes your presence and contributions. Sandwich Business Group, PO Box 116, Center Sandwich, NH 03227.
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Jon Greenawalt, of Personal Mastery Programs, writes: 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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