Episode 11 - July 19 through August 1
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Activities and events in the area for the period July 19 through August 1
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Episode 10 - July 12 through July 25
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Activities and events in the area for the period from July 12 through July 25
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Episode 9 - July 5 through July 18
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Activities and events in the area for the period from July 5 through July 18
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Episode 8 - June 28 through July 11
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Activities and events in the area for the period from June 28 through July 11
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Episode 7 - June 21 through July 4
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Activities and Events in the area for the period June 21 through July 4
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Episode 6 - June 7 through June 20
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Activities and events in the area for the period from June 7 to June 20
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Episode 5 - May 31 through June 13
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Activities and events in the area for the period May 31 to June 13
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Episode 4 - May 24 through June 6
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Activities and events in the area for the period from May 24 to June 6
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Episode 3 - May 17 to May 30
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Activities and events in the area for the period for May 17 to May 30
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Episode 2 - May 12 to May 23
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Activities and events in the area for the period from May 10 through May 23.
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The Sandwich Weekly podcast, episode 2, activities and events from May 12 to May 23
Hello, this is the Sandwich Weekly podcast. I’m your host Robert and I’ve prepared a list of activities and events happening in and around Sandwich over the next two weeks. just a reminder that everything I mention in this podcast, as well as contact information, can be found in the show notes. You can view the show notes on your podcast player or on the web at sandwichweekly.com.
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Before I get to the event calendar I thought it would be fun to pass along a little-known historical fact about the city of Sandwich. Did you know that Bob Hope once headlined a benefit show at the Sandwich airport? The show was sponsored by Friends of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart in Aurora to raise funds to purchase a small plane for Father Tony Gendusa who was a missionary in New Guinea. The event also included a two-hour air show starring Jerrie Mack, the first woman to fly around the world solo in a single-engine plane. The show was emceed by WGN’s Eddie Hubbard. There were between 5,000 and 10,000 people in attendance that day. That’s pretty impressive when you find out that the date of the event was July 20, 1969 - the same day that the Apollo 11 astronauts landed on the moon. In fact, Bob Hope delayed his departure from Sandwich to watch the moon landing in the airport's administration building.
If you have some little known historical facts about Sandwich, send them to me at [email protected] and I’ll read them on an upcoming show (of course I’ll give you credit!)
Here are the events for May 10, 2019, through May 23, 2019
Sunday May 12
Sunday at Sandwich Antique Show 8am–4pm at the Sandwich Fair Grounds (Mothers Day!)
Monday May 13
Gentle Yoga 9–10am at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise.
UFO – Unfinished Objects 10am to noon at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Do you have an unfinished craft object? Come join our group for coffee and conversation while working on your project.
Bilingual Story Time - 4pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Los niños que hablan espanol e ingles estan invitados a la biblioteca para leer libros, aprender, y divertirese en ambos idiomas! 3+, No Registration is required.
Vegetable gardening in Raised Beds - 6:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Learn the pros and cons of growing vegetables in various kinds of containers vs. the ground. This is an adult program and no Registration is required.
Tuesday May 14
Chair Yoga for Seniors 10–10:30am at the at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise.
Study Hour - 3:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. high school-aged students are invited to the library for studying, homework help, and snacks. No Registration is required.
Readers’ Haven Book Club - 6:30–7:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Come enjoy a lively book discussion! Copies of the club books are available in regular, large print, and audio formats to everyone. Pick up your copy at the circulation desk today! Registration is encouraged, but not required.
Board of Trustees Meeting - 6:30–8pm at the Sandwich Public Library.
Wednesday May 15
Gentle Yoga 12–1pm at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise.
Bingo - 12:30pm at the Somonauk Public Library – Entry is free and there are prizes.
Readers’ Haven Book Club - 1–2pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Come enjoy a lively book discussion! Copies of the club books are available in regular, large print, and audio formats to everyone. Pick up your copy at the circulation desk today! Registration is encouraged, but not required.
Wednesday Night Book Group - 7–8pm at the Plano Library. Get together with other readers for an interesting discussion.
Thursday May 16
Knit and Crochet Group 10am–2pm at the Plano Library. This informal group works on their own projects, discusses types and colors of yarn, and helps each other with new or tricky patterns. Participants bring their own supplies. No registration required.
Chair Yoga for Seniors 10–10:30am at the at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise.
Chess Club 1–2pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Chess boards will be provided or bring your own.
Drop-In Job Search and Resume Help - 2:30–4:30 at the Plano Library. An Illinois WorkNet representative will be available to answer your job search questions and provide resume assistance.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly – TOPS – 5–7pm at the Federated Church in Sandwich. Weigh-in is from 5–6pm and the meeting is from 6–7pm. Get support in reaching you weight loss goals.
Anime Club - 6–8pm at the Sandwich Public Library. If you love Anime, snacks, and friends, then our Anime Club is the place for you! We meet monthly, watch an Anime film, and have fun. No Registration is required.
Friday May 17
American Legion Fish Fry - 5 to 7:30 pm at the Sheridan American Legion Post 729. The fish fry includes a choice of catfish or cod, fried or poached, with fries, hush puppies, and a complete salad bar for $9. Carry-outs are available by calling ahead.
Science Club - 4–4:45pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Calling all future scientists! Join our brand new Science Club to learn new things, experiment , and have lots of fun!! Ages 7+; registration required
Teen Takeover - 7pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Come to the library after-hours for fun, games, prizes, and more! We’ll also have a do-it-yourself ice cream sundae station. This is a teen (ages 12–17) program and Registration is required.
Night at the Fed Barbershop Chorus 7–8:30pm at the Federated Church, 403 N Main Street, Sandwich
Saturday May 18
Gentle Yoga 9–10am at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise.
Filmology – Movie 1–2pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Check the Sandwich Public Library calendar for more details.
Walk For Awareness VFW Post 1486 9am at VFW Post 1486, 713 S Main Street, Sandwich
St Mary’s School Pig Roast Fundraiser 4pm–10pm at the Sandwich Fair Grounds
Monday May 20
Gentle Yoga 9–10am at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise.
UFO – Unfinished Objects 10am to noon at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Do you have an unfinished craft object? Come join our group for coffee and conversation while working on your project.
Hopekeepers- 10:00 to 11:30am at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Somonauk. A support group for people coping with chronic illness or pain, to find encouragement in a small group, in a non-denominational, Christian environment.
Real Readers’ Book Club 12–1pm at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. This month’s reading selection is “Finding Gobi” by Dion Leonard.
Writers’ Group- 3:30pm at the Somonauk Public Library. Register at the Patron Services desk or by calling 815–498–2440.
Salta A La Hora De Cuento Bilingue- Bilingual Story Time - 4pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Los niños que hablan espanol e ingles estan invitados a la biblioteca para leer libros, aprender, y divertirese en ambos idiomas! Ages 3+, No Registration is required.
Creative Club 4–5pm at the Sandwich Public Library. If you like being artsy then come get creative at our Creative Club. Ages 7+ Registration is required.
Read & Watch: Moana - 5pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Join us as we read the first part of the story then watch the film afterward. Open to all ages. No Registration is required.
Cookbook Divas - 6pm at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. The theme of this month’s divas is salads.
Tuesday May 21
Sock Knitting Group- 9:30am to noon at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan.
Chair Yoga for Seniors 10–10:30am at the at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise.
Cornerstone Church Food Pantry- 12:30pm at Cornerstone Church in Sandwich. Cornerstone provides food for families in Sandwich, Somonauk, Plano, and Sheridan. Identification and proof of residency, such as a utility bill, are required.
Afternoon Movie- 1:00pm at the Robert W. Rowe Library, Sheridan. This month the movie will be “Mama Mia: Here We Go Again”.
Study Hour - 3:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. high school-aged students are invited to the library for studying, homework help, and snacks. No Registration is required.
Invest for Success - 6:30–7:30 at the Sandwich Public Library.
Cookies and Classics - 6:30pm at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. This month’s reading selection is “Anne of Green Gables” by L.M. Montgomery.
Johnny K’s 2019 Cruise Night - 5 - 9pm At Johnny K’s in Sandwich. Discounts are given to drivers of show cars.
Wednesday May 22
Knit and Crochet Group 10am–2pm at the Plano Library. This informal group works on their own projects, discusses types and colors of yarn, and helps each other with new or tricky patterns. Participants bring their own supplies. No registration required.
Help for Seniors and People with Disabilities - 10:00am to noon at the Somonauk Public Library. A representative from Mendota Area Senior Services will help anyone older than 60, or younger than 60 with a disability, to obtain access to services, apply to programs, or gather information. No appointment is necessary.
Gentle Yoga 12–1pm at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise.
Help for Seniors and People with Disabilities- 1–3pm at the Robert W. Rowe Library. A representative from Mendota Area Senior Services will help anyone older than 60, or younger than 60 with a disability, to obtain access to services, apply to programs, or gather information. No appointment is necessary.
Genealogy Club - GPS: Genealogy Proof Standard - 6:30–7:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. It sounds dry but it’s fun! Come learn about this fundamental genealogical concept. No Registration is required.
Wellness Wednesday – Ageless Grace with professional Cecilia Carruthers 6:30–7:30 at the Sandwich Public Library. Ageless Grace is a Brain Health Fitness program. There’s an $8 fee and Registration is required.
Thursday May 23
Help for Seniors and People with Disabilities - 9:30 - 11:30am at the Wildwood Community Center. A representative from Mendota Area Senior Services will help anyone older than 60, or younger than 60 with a disability, to obtain access to services, apply to programs, or gather information. No appointment is necessary.
Mothers Offering Mutual Support (MOMS)- 9:30 to 11:30am at the Plano Bible Church. Find support and encouragement from other moms. Child care and breakfast are provided.
Chair Yoga for Seniors 10–10:30am at the at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly – TOPS – 5–7pm at the Federated Church in Sandwich. Weigh-in is from 5–6pm and the meeting is from 6–7pm. Get support in reaching your weight loss goals.
Pint-Sized Prom - 6pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Dress up and dance! Come for a night of music, dancing, and fun! This year’s theme is Wild West. Ages 3 and up. Registration required.
Writers’ Group 6:30–8pm at the Plano Library. Come join other writers to discuss your work. Meets in the Library Board Room. No registration required. Open to adults and high school students.
Helpful Links
- City of Sandwich
- Sandwich Area Chamber of Commerce
- Sandwich Public Library District
- Sandwich Park District
- Sandwich Opera House
- Fox Valley Older Adults
- Sandwich Police Department
- Sandwich Fire District
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