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The Sandwich Weekly Podcast Episode 11. Activities and events from Friday, July 19 through Thursday, August 1 Hello again and welcome to the Sandwich Weekly Podcast. This is Episode 11, covering activities and events in and around Sandwich for the period Friday, July 19 through Thursday, August 1. There are many activities and events in the Sandwich Weekly Podcast and I’m always looking for new ways to make it easier for you to find what you’re interested in. If you’re using a podcast player that supports chapter markers such as, Overcast, Pocket Casts, or the Apple Podcast app, you can skip directly to any day in the audio file. This, unfortunately, isn’t a feature that’s available on the podcasts web page. On the podcast web page, you can scroll down the show notes to look for particular days of activities. You can also use the standard search keys (ctrl-f on pc or cmd-f on Mac) to enter your search terms. This week I introduced a new feature that will, hopefully, make the show notes easier to navigate. At the top of the show notes there are shortcuts to go directly to a particular day in the notes. This way you won’t need to scroll down the list to find the day in which you are interested. Here’s the schedule of activities and events for the next two weeks… Friday July 19 Saturday July 20 Monday July 22 Tuesday July 23 Wednesday July 24 Thursday July 25 Friday July 26 Saturday July 27 Sunday July 28 Monday July 29 Tuesday July 30 Wednesday July 31 Thursday August 1 Friday July 19 Science Club - 4–4:45pm Friday 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 is required American Legion Fish Fry- 5 to 7:30 pm Friday 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. Saturday July 20 Gentle Yoga 9–10am Saturday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Monday July 22 Gentle Yoga 9–10am Monday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Walk-In Blood Pressure Clinics - 9–11am Monday at KishHealth Systems Physician Group, 12700 Rt 34 in Plano. A KishHealth System professional will monitor your blood pressure weekly. No appointment is necessary. For information call 815–786–3962 or visit www.kishprograms.org U.F.O. Unfinished Objects 10am - noon on Monday 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. Real Readers Book Group Monday 12pm at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. This month’s reading selection is “We Were the Lucky Ones” by Georgia Hunter. Blood Drive Save a life, give blood. 1–7pm Monday at the Plano Library. Our library, in conjunction with Heartland Blood Center, is sponsoring a community blood drive. To schedule your donation, please sign up at the library or online at www.versiti.org. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. All donors will receive a $5 library fine forgiveness coupon and a gift from Heartland as a thank you! Location: Meeting Room. Musical Movie Matinee – Mama Mia! 1–3pm Monday at the Sandwich Public Library. “It’s Showtime!" Come to the library to experience classic and new musicals as a part of our Summer Reading Theme! Light refreshments will be provided. No Registration is required. Cookies and Coloring Monday 2–4pm at the Somonauk Public Library. Features cookies and soft music. Writers Group Monday from 3:30 – 6pm in the Somonauk Public Library. Every Monday you can come join other writers to read and discuss your work. This group meets in the Library Meeting Room. No registration required. Open to adults and high school students. Bilingual Story Time Monday 4–4:45pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Ages 3 and above. No Registration is required. Introduction to MS Word Monday from 6–8pm at the Somonauk Public Library. Space is limited. Please register by coming in or calling the library at 815–498–2440. Genealogy Group- 6:00pm at the Somonauk Public Library, Beginners and experienced welcome. Registration is preferred. Tuesday July 23 Chair Yoga for Seniors Tuesday 10 - 10:30am at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Rowe Readers Tuesday 12pm at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. This month the group will be reading “Educated” by Tara Westover. Teen Activity- 4:00pm at the Somonauk Public Library. Sign-up is required. Fourth Tuesday Community Fest- Tuesday 4:30 to 6:00pm at the Somonauk Baptist Church. Everyone is invited to the free dinner presented by the Sandwich-Somonauk Ministerial Alliance. Creative Yarns Tuesdays 6pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Bring your hooks and needles for a fun evening of knit and crochet. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your own materials. Hamilton and Broadway Musical Theater - Tuesday 6:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. The Chicago Tribune’s theater critic, Chris Jones, will talk about Chicago’s history of musical theater. This is an adult program and no Registration required. Dog Days of Summer Tuesday 6:30 –7:45pm at the Plano Library. For independent students entering grade 1–9. Stop by beginning 20 minutes before the program starts to get a number to hold your place in line. Come sit with a certified therapy dog for 15 minutes and practice reading aloud. Bring a book along or we can provide one for you. Line Dancing and Lessons Tuesdays 7:00 – 9:00pm at the American Legion Post 395, 510 E. Dearborn in Plano. There’s a $5 donation which benefits a local charity. For information call 630–552–8313. Wednesday July 24 Help for Seniors and People with Disabilities - 10:00am to noon at the Somonauk Public Library. Beverly Dunfrund of 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. Messy Munchkins – Go Outside and Play! Wednesday10:30 – 11:15 at the Plano Library. Messy Munchkins heads outdoors. We’ll have lots of messy fun, and we mean really messy-like seriously messy. This is a child-directed program. Enjoy as many of the activities as they’d like and stay for as little as 10 minutes or the full 45 minutes. Bring a change of clothes and sunscreen. Rain date is July 31. Gentle Yoga Wednesday 12 - 1pm at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Bingo - Wednesday 12:30pm at the Somonauk Public Library – Entry is free and there are prizes. Every Wednesday but no Bingo on the last Wednesday of the month. Pre-K Story Time Wednesday 1:30–2:15 pm at the Sandwich Public Library. No Registration is required. Big Kids Story Time Grades K–2 Wednesday4–4:45 at the Sandwich Public Library. No Registration is required Music in the Park 5–7pm in the Gazebo in downtown Sandwich. Bring your family and a lawn chair every Wednesday from May 29th through August 28th for the returning Music in the Park Summer Concert Series. Tonight you’ll hear Michael Charles. Messy Munchkins – Go Outside and Play! Wednesday 6 – 6:45 at the Plano Library. Messy Munchkins heads outdoors. We’ll have lots of messy fun, and we mean really messy-like seriously messy. This is a child-directed program. Enjoy as many of the activities as they’d like and stay for as little as 10 minutes or the full 45 minutes. Bring a change of clothes and sunscreen. Rain date is July 31. Bingo 6pm every Wednesday at the Sheridan American Legion Post 729. Wellness Wednesday – DIY Yoga Wednesday 6:30–7:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Thursday July 25 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. Help for Seniors and People with Disabilities - Thursday 9:30 - 11:30am at the Wildwood Community Center. Beverly Dunfrund of 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. Help for Seniors and People with Disabilities- Thursday 9:30 - 11:30am at the Robert W. Rowe Public Library. Jill Hartley of 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. Chair Yoga for Seniors Thursday 10 - 10:30am at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. KNIT AND CROCHET GROUP Thursday 10am - 12pm 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. Location: Board Room. Pre-K Story Time Thursday 3:30–4:15 at the Sandwich Public Library. No Registration is required. Do-It-Yourself Mini Terrarium - Thursday 5pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Come make a small plant home and learn how to care for it. Open to ages 7 and up. Registration required. Take Off Pounds Sensibly – TOPS – Thursday 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. Teen Movie Night Thursday 6–8pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Last Thursday of every month at we host a Teen Movie Night. Teens are invited to come enjoy a great (or greatly bad) movie, eat popcorn, and have fun. Teens; drop-in program No Registration is required. Friday July 26 Reading Logs are Due A gentle reminder that reading logs are due for the Sandwich Public Library summer reading program. Little Movers - Story and play time for toddlers (12–24 mos) is Friday at 10:30am in the Sandwich Public Library. Bunco is Friday at 1pm at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. American Legion Fish Fry- Friday 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. Saturday July 27 Gentle Yoga is from 9–10am at th

The Sandwich Weekly Podcast Episode 10. Activities and events from Friday July 12 through Thursday July 25 Hello again and welcome to the Sandwich Weekly Podcast. This is Episode 10, covering activities and events in and around Sandwich for the period Friday July 12 through Thursday July 25. There are many activities and events in the Sandwich Weekly Podcast and I’m always looking for new ways to make it easier for you to find what you’re interested in. If you’re using a podcast player that supports chapter markers such as, Overcast, Pocket Casts, or the Apple Podcast app, you can skip directly to any day in the audio file. This, unfortunately, isn’t a feature that’s available on the podcasts web page. On the podcast web page you can scroll down the show notes to look for particular days of activities. You can also use the standard search keys (ctrl-f on pc or cmd-f on Mac) to enter your search terms. This week I introduced a new feature that will, hopefully, make the show notes easier to navigate. At the top of the show notes there are shortcuts to go directly to a particular day in the notes. This way you won’t need to scroll down the list to find the day in which you are interested. Here’s the schedule of activities and events for the next two weeks… Friday July 12 Saturday July 13 Sunday July14 Monday July 15 Tuesday July 16 Wednesday July 17 Thursday July 18 Friday July 19 Saturday July 20 Monday July 22 Tuesday July 23 Wednesday July 24 Thursday July 25 Friday July 12 Computer Class – Computer Basics - 10:30 – noon, Friday at the Sandwich Public Library. Are you feeling lost in the digital age? Sign up for a computer class! Each class has five spots. Computers will be provided, but you may bring your own. Class costs $10 to participate. Registration is required. Payment is due at time of registration and must be made in person. Cash/Check only. Checks payable to Sandwich Public Library District. Little Movers - Story and play time for toddlers is at 10:30am Friday at the Sandwich Public Library. American Legion Fish Fry - 5 to 7:30 pm Friday 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. Saturday July 13 Gentle Yoga - 9–10am Saturday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Computer Class – Introduction to Google Slides - 10:30 – noon Saturday at the Sandwich Public Library. Looking to learn Google slides (a free replacement for Microsoft PowerPoint). Each class has five spots. Computers will be provided, but you may bring your own. Class costs $10 to participate. Registration is required 48 hours in advance. Payment is due at time of registration and must be made in person. Cash/Check only. Checks payable to Sandwich Public Library District. Let’s Make Music - 1pm Saturday at the Sandwich Public Library. Love music? Come make a musical instrument and then jam out! Open to ages 5 and up. Registration required. Sunday July 14 Sunday at Sandwich - Antique Flea Market is 8am–4pm Sunday at the Sandwich Fairgrounds. Admission is $5, children 12 and under are free. Parking is free and an ATM is available. No pets please. For more information visit the website, www.sundayatsandwichantiques.com Monday July15 Gentle Yoga - 9–10am Monday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Walk-In Blood Pressure Clinics - 9–11am Monday at KishHealth Systems Physician Group, 12700 Rt 34 in Plano. A KishHealth System professional will monitor your blood pressure weekly. No appointment is necessary. For information call 815–786–3962 or visit www.kishprograms.org U.F.O. Unfinished Objects - 10am – noon on Monday 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 Monday 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, non-denominational, Christian environment. Art Therapy - 10:30–11:30am Monday at the Sandwich Public Library. De-stress & relax by enjoying a hour filled with relaxing music, camaraderie, and a varying art styles. Be free with what you create, there are no themed projects, just themed supplies. Independent Story Time FOR 3’S, 4’S, & 5’S - 10:30–11:10am Monday at the Plano Library. For independent 3–5 year-olds, without an adult. Features simple stories, music, movement activities, and a simple craft. Parents must remain in the Kids’ Library during the program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Musical Movie Matinee - Oklahoma! - will be shown Monday at 1:00–3:00pm at the Sandwich Public Library. No Registration is required. Teen Movies – The House with a Clock in its Walls - will be shown on Monday from 1 – 2:45pm at the Plano Library. This movie is rated PG and is targeted toward teens. Light refreshments will be served. Independent Story Time FOR 3’S, 4’S, & 5’S - 1:00 - 1:40pm Monday at the Plano Library. For independent 3–5 year-olds, without an adult. Features simple stories, music, movement activities, and a simple craft. Parents must remain in the Kids’ Library during the program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Cookies and Coloring - 2–4pm Monday at the Somonauk Public Library. Features cookies and soft music. Creative Club - 4–5pm Monday at the Sandwich Public Library. If you like being artsy, then come get creative at our Creative Club. Ages 7+ Registration is required Magic Show with Strawberri the Clown - 6pm Monday at the Sandwich Public Library. Strawberri the clown is coming to the Sandwich Library to put on a fun magic show. Open to all ages. Registration is required. Me and My Grown-Up Story time - 6:30–7:30pm Monday at the Plano Library. For 3 and 4 year-olds with their grown-up (no younger sibling allowed). This transitional Story time is perfect for the little one who’s not ready for independent Story time. Grown-ups will stay in the room and actively participate in the program with their child. Features simple stories, rhymes, movement activities, songs, and art experiences. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Tuesday July 16 Sock Knitting Group - 9:30am to noon Tuesday at the Robert W. Rowe Public Library in Sheridan. Chair Yoga for Seniors - 10 - 10:30am Tuesday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Pre-K Story Time - 10:30–11:15 am Tuesday at the Sandwich Public Library. No Registration is required. Me and My Grown-Up Story time - 10:30–11:30 Tuesday at the Plano Library. For 3 and 4 year-olds with their grown-up (no younger sibling allowed). This transitional Story time is perfect for the little one who’s not ready for independent Story time. Grown-ups will stay in the room and actively participate in the program with their child. Features simple stories, rhymes, movement activities, songs, and art experiences. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Cornerstone Church Food Pantry - 12:30pm Tuesday at Cornerstone Church at 17347 Pratt Rd. 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 Tuesday at the Robert W. Rowe Public Library, Sheridan. This month’s movie selection is “Some Like It Hot“. This classic comedy movie stars Tony Curtis, Marilyn Monroe and Jack Lemmon. This movie is suggested for adult audiences. Independent Story Time for 4’s and 5’s - 1:00–1:40pm Tuesday at the Plano Library. For independent 4 and 5 year-olds only, without an adult. Features longer stories, activities, music, and a craft. Parents must remain in the Kids’ Library during the program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Johnny K’s 2019 Cruise Night - 5 - 9pm Tuesday At Johnny K’s in Sandwich. Discounts given to drivers of show cars. Creative Yarns - 6pm Tuesdays at the Sandwich Public Library. Bring your hooks and needles for a fun evening of knit and crochet. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your own materials. George Burns Alive Again and in Concert - 6:30–7:00pm Tuesday at the Sandwich Public Library. Everyone loves George Burns! Join Broadway and film actor Duffy Hudson as he takes you on a stroll along nostalgia lane. George Burns sings, dances and tells stories like only George Burns can. This one-man, musical comedy performance of our beloved George Burns is sure to delight the entire family!!! This is an adult program and no Registration required. Off to the Races - 6:30 – 7:15pm Tuesday at the Plano library. Drag racing comes to the library. You’ll race a Matchbox or Hot Wheels car down our track. Bring your own cars or use ours. Independent Story Time for 4’s and 5’s - 6:30 - 7:10pm Tuesday at the Plano Library. For independent 4 and 5 year-olds only, without an adult. Features longer stories, activities, music, and a craft. Parents must remain in the Kids’ Library during the program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Line Dancing and Lessons - 7:00 – 9:00pm Tuesdays at the American Legion Post 395, 510 E. Dearborn in Plano. There’s a $5 donation which benefits a local charity. For information call 630–552–8313. Wednesday July 17 Rhyme Time - 10:30–11am Wednesday at the Plano Library. For babies to age 3 accompanied by an adult. This lap sit Story time features action rhymes, finger plays, songs, movement activities, a simple story, and a parent-child reading time. Active adult participation is an integral part of this program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Rhyme Time - 11:15–11:45am Wednesday at the Plano Library. For babies to age 3 accompanied by an adult. This lap sit Story time features action rhymes, finger plays, songs, movement activities, a simple story, and a parent-child reading time.

The Sandwich Weekly Podcast Episode 9. Activities and events from Friday July 5 through Thursday July 18 Hello again and welcome to the Sandwich Weekly Podcast. This is Episode 9, covering activities and events in and around Sandwich for the period Friday July 5 through Thursday July 18. There are many activities and events in the Sandwich Weekly Podcast and I’m always looking for new ways to make it easier for you to find what you’re interested in. If you’re using a podcast player that supports chapter markers such as, Overcast, Pocket Casts, or the Apple Podcast app, you can skip directly to any day in the audio file. This, unfortunately, isn’t a feature that’s available on the podcasts web page. On the podcast web page you can scroll down the show notes to look for particular days of activities. You can also use the standard search keys (ctrl-f on pc or cmd-f on Mac) to enter your search terms. This week I introduced a new feature that will, hopefully, make the show notes easier to navigate. At the top of the show notes there are shortcuts to go directly to a particular day in the notes. This way you won’t need to scroll down the list to find the day in which you are interested. Here’s the schedule of activities and events for the next two weeks… Friday July 5 Saturday July 6 Sunday July 7 Monday July 8 Tuesday July 9 Wednesday July 10 Thursday July 11 Friday July 12 Saturday July 13 Sunday July14 Monday July 15 Tuesday July 16 Wednesday July 17 Thursday July 18 Friday July 5 American Legion Fish Fry- 5 to 7:30 pm Friday 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. Saturday July 6 Gentle Yoga - 9–10am Saturday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Sandwich Freedom Days - The Annual Fireworks and Independence Day celebration. The parade starts at 10am; Blaze in the city car show is at 12 noon, and other festivities including Wrestling, Music, Food, Games, and Fireworks at Fair Grounds beginning at 3:00 pm $5.00 donation. Sunday July 7 Sandwich Freedom Days - Continue on Sunday with the Freedom Run and Tot Trot. Wear patriotic colors and participate in this annual 5K run/ 1 Mile walk.- 7:45 am start. Check Park District website for registration information http://www.sandwichparkdistrict.org Monday July 8 U.F.O. Unfinished Objects - 10am - 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. Independent Story Time FOR 3’S, 4’S, & 5’S - 10:30–11:10am Monday at the Plano Library. For independent 3–5 year-olds, without an adult. Features simple stories, music, movement activities, and a simple craft. Parents must remain in the Kids’ Library during the program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Musical Movie Matinee - Fiddler on the Roof will be shown at 1–3pm Monday at the Sandwich Public Library. Light refreshments will be served. Independent Story Time FOR 3’S, 4’S, & 5’S - 1:00 - 1:40pm Monday at the Plano Library. For independent 3–5 year-olds, without an adult. Features simple stories, music, movement activities, and a simple craft. Parents must remain in the Kids’ Library during the program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Teen Movie - The Kid Who Would Be King will be shown at 1–3pm Monday at the Plano Library. The movie is targeted toward teens. Light refreshments will be served. Writers’ Group - 3:30pm Monday at the Somonauk Public Library. Register at the Patron Services desk or by calling 815–498–2440. Bilingual Story Time - 4–4:45pm Monday at the Sandwich Public Library. Ages 3 and above. No Registration is required. Game Show Night - 6pm Monday at the Sandwich Public Library. Families are invited to team up and play our Library Game Show! Me and My Grown-Up Storytime - 6:30–7:30pm Monday at the Plano Library. For 3 and 4 year-olds with their grown-up (no younger sibling allowed). This transitional storytime is perfect for the little one who’s not ready for independent storytime. Grown-ups will stay in the room and actively participate in the program with their child. Features simple stories, rhymes, movement activities, songs, and art experiences. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Tuesday July 9 Chair Yoga for Seniors - 10 - 10:30am Tuesday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Pre-K Story Time - 10:30–11:15 am Tuesday at the Sandwich Public Library. No Registration is required. Me and My Grown-Up Storytime - 10:30 - 11:10am Tuesday at the Plano Library. For 3 and 4 year-olds with their grown-up (no younger sibling allowed). This transitional storytime is perfect for the little one who’s not ready for independent storytime. Grown-ups will stay in the room and actively participate in the program with their child. Features simple stories, rhymes, movement activities, songs, and art experiences. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Pizza & Pages - 4:45–5:30pm Tuesday at the Plano Library. For students Entering Grades 4–5. We’ll all read the same book before the meeting, talk about it, and have some pizza! Registration required. Readers’ Haven Book Club - 6:30 - 7:30pm Tuesday 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. Independent Story Time for 4’s and 5’s - 6:30 - 7:10pm Tuesday at the Plano Library. For independent 4 and 5 year-olds only, without an adult. Features longer stories, activities, music, and a craft. Parents must remain in the Kids’ Library during the program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Wednesday July 10 Walk-In Blood Pressure Clinics - 9–11am Wednesday at KishHealth Systems Physician Group, 12700 Rt 34 in Plano. A KishHealth System professional will monitor your blood pressure weekly. No appointment is necessary. For information call 815–786–3962 or visit www.kishprograms.org Rhyme Time - 10:30–11am Wednesday at the Plano Library. For babies to age 3 accompanied by an adult. This lap sit storytime features action rhymes, finger plays, songs, movement activities, a simple story, and a parent-child reading time. Active adult participation is an integral part of this program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Rhyme Time - 11:15–11:45am Wednesday at the Plano Library. For babies to age 3 accompanied by an adult. This lap sit storytime features action rhymes, finger plays, songs, movement activities, a simple story, and a parent-child reading time. Active adult participation is an integral part of this program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Gentle Yoga - 12 - 1pm at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Bingo - 12:30pm Wednesday at the Somonauk Public Library – Entry is free and there are prizes. Every Wednesday but no Bingo on the last Wednesday of the month. Pre-K Story Time - 1:30–2:15 pm Wednesday at the Sandwich Public Library. No Registration is required. Big Kids Story Time - Grades K–2 4–4:45 Wednesday at the Sandwich Public Library. No Registration is required. Music in the Park - 5–7pm Wednesday in the Gazebo in downtown Sandwich. Bring your family and a lawn chair every Wednesday from May 29th through August 28th for the returning Music in the Park Summer Concert Series. Tonight you’ll hear Ethan Mosley and Company. Chess Club - 6 - 7pm Wednesday at the Sandwich Public Library. Use one our chess boards or bring your own. Rhyme Time - 6:00–6:30pm Wednesday at the Plano Library. For babies to age 3 accompanied by an adult. This lap sit storytime features action rhymes, finger plays, songs, movement activities, a simple story, and a parent-child reading time. Active adult participation is an integral part of this program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Wellness Wednesday - Free Spinal Screening - 6:30 - 7:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Free Spinal Screenings with Cornish Chiropractic. Thursday July 11 Mothers Offering Mutual Support (MOMS)- 9:30 to 11:30am Thursday 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 Thursday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Knit and Crochet Group - 10am - 12pm Thursday 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. Location: Board Room. Rhyme Time - 10:30–11am Thursday at the Plano Library. For babies to age 3 accompanied by an adult. This lap sit storytime features action rhymes, finger plays, songs, movement activities, a simple story, and a parent-child reading time. Active adult participation is an integral part of this program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Free Movies for Kids - 1 - 2:50pm Thursday at the Plano Library. Ralph Breaks the Internet, Rated PG. Open to all ages; children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult. Attendance is limited to the first 80 people. Free snacks and drinks will be served. Pizza & Pages - 4:45–5:30pm Tuesday at the Plano Library. For students Entering Grades 4–5. We’ll all read the same book before the meeting, talk about it, and have some pizza! Registration required. Take Off Pounds Sensibly – TOPS – 5–7pm Thursday 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. Disney Trivia Night - 6pm Thursday at the Sandwich Public Library. Do you know how many sisters A

The Sandwich Weekly Podcast Episode 8. Activities and events from Friday June 28 through Thursday July 11 Hello again and welcome to the Sandwich Weekly Podcast. This is Episode 8, covering activities and events in and around Sandwich for the period Friday June 28 through Thursday July 11. Here’s the schedule of activities and events for the next two weeks… Friday June 28 Little Movers -Story and play time for toddlers is at 10:30am Friday at the Sandwich Public Library. American Legion Fish Fry- 5 to 7:30 pm Friday 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. Tractor Parade Presented by the Early Day Engine Club starts from the Sandwich Fairgrounds at 6–7pm Saturday June 29 48th Annual Sandwich Early Day Engine Club Show 9am–5pm Saturday. All welcome to join and see the machines used on our farms in the past. Bring out your tractor or engine or just come and be a spectator. Featuring: John Deere Antique Trucks, Tractors, Engines Tractor Parade through town (Friday, 6:30 leaving from the Fairgrounds) Gentle Yoga 9–10am Saturday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise. Computer Class - Introduction to Google Sheets 10:30-noon Saturday at the Sandwich Public Library. Registration is required and there’s a $10 fee. Sunday June 30 Men’s Breakfast- 7:30 Sunday am at the Millbrook United Methodist Church. Each month includes a speaker who presents topics of interest to the community. Sandwich Early Day Engine Club Tractor Ride 8:30am-noon on Sunday. The Sandwich Early Day Engine Club will be hosting a 25 mile tractor ride on Sunday after our 48th Annual Show (Saturday). All are welcome to bring a tractor and participate. Contact Roger for more details at 815–498–2515 Monday July 1 Gentle Yoga 9–10am Monday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. U.F.O. Unfinished Objects 10am - 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. Independent Story Time FOR 3’S, 4’S, & 5’S - 10:30–11:10am Monday at the Plano Library. For independent 3–5 year-olds, without an adult. Features simple stories, music, movement activities, and a simple craft. Parents must remain in the Kids’ Library during the program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Musical Movie Matinee Dreamgirls will be shown at 1–3pm Monday at the Sandwich Public Library. Light refreshments will be served. Independent Story Time FOR 3’S, 4’S, & 5’S - 1:00 - 1:40pm Monday at the Plano Library. For independent 3–5 year-olds, without an adult. Features simple stories, music, movement activities, and a simple craft. Parents must remain in the Kids’ Library during the program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Teen Movie BumbleBee will be shown at 1–3pm Monday at the Plano Library. The movie is targeted toward teens. Light refreshments will be served. Writers’ Group- 3:30pm Monday at the Somonauk Public Library. Register at the Patron Services desk or by calling 815–498–2440. Bilingual Story Time 4–4:45pm Monday at the Sandwich Public Library. Ages 3 and above. No Registration is required. Movie Night Mary Poppins Returns will be shown at 6:30–8:40pm Monday at the Plano Library. Rated PG. Refreshments served. Location: Meeting Room. Me and My Grown-Up Storytime 6:30–7:30pm Monday at the Plano Library. For 3 and 4 year-olds with their grown-up (no younger sibling allowed). This transitional storytime is perfect for the little one who’s not ready for independent storytime. Grown-ups will stay in the room and actively participate in the program with their child. Features simple stories, rhymes, movement activities, songs, and art experiences. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Tuesday July 2 Chair Yoga for Seniors 10 - 10:30 Tuesday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Pre-K Story Time 10:30–11:15 am Tuesday at the Sandwich Public Library. No Registration is required. Me and My Grown-Up Storytime 10:30 - 11:10 Tuesday at the Plano Library. For 3 and 4 year-olds with their grown-up (no younger sibling allowed). This transitional storytime is perfect for the little one who’s not ready for independent storytime. Grown-ups will stay in the room and actively participate in the program with their child. Features simple stories, rhymes, movement activities, songs, and art experiences. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Free Movies for Kids SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE, Rated PG. will be shown 1–1:40pm Tuesday at the Plano Library. Open to all ages; children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult. Attendance is limited to the first 80 people. Free snacks and drinks will be served. Independent Story Time for 4’s and 5’s 1–1:40pm Tuesday at the Plano Library. For independent 4 and 5 year-olds only, without an adult. Features longer stories, activities, music, and a craft. Parents must remain in the Kids’ Library during the program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. The Reading Pro’s Grades 3–5 is 4–5pm Tuesday at the Sandwich Public Library. Light snacks will be served. Johnny K’s 2019 Cruise Night - 5 - 9pm Tuesday At Johnny K’s in Sandwich. Discounts given to drivers of show cars. Independent Story Time for 4’s and 5’s 6:30 - 7:10pm Tuesday at the Plano Library. For independent 4 and 5 year-olds only, without an adult. Features longer stories, activities, music, and a craft. Parents must remain in the Kids’ Library during the program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Wednesday July 3 Walk-In Blood Pressure Clinics - 9–11am Wednesday at KishHealth Systems Physician Group, 12700 Rt 34 in Plano. A KishHealth System professional will monitor your blood pressure weekly. No appointment is necessary. For information call 815–786–3962 or visit www.kishprograms.org Rhyme Time 10:30–11am Wednesday at the Plano Library. For babies to age 3 accompanied by an adult. This lap sit storytime features action rhymes, finger plays, songs, movement activities, a simple story, and a parent-child reading time. Active adult participation is an integral part of this program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Rhyme Time 11:15–11:45am Wednesday at the Plano Library. For babies to age 3 accompanied by an adult. This lap sit storytime features action rhymes, finger plays, songs, movement activities, a simple story, and a parent-child reading time. Active adult participation is an integral part of this program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Gentle Yoga 12pm - 1pm Wednesday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Bingo - 12:30pm Wednesday at the Somonauk Public Library – Entry is free and there are prizes. Every Wednesday but no Bingo on the last Wednesday of the month. Pre-K Story Time 1:30–2:15 pm Wednesday at the Sandwich Public Library. No Registration is required. Big Kids Story Time Grades K–2 4–4:45 Wednesday at the Sandwich Public Library. No Registration is required. Music in the Park 5–7pm Wednesday in the Gazebo in downtown Sandwich. Bring your family and a lawn chair every Wednesday from May 29th through August 28th for the returning Music in the Park Summer Concert Series. Tonight you’ll hear Evil John and the Dust Devils. Rhyme Time 6:00–6:30pm Wednesday at the Plano Library. For babies to age 3 accompanied by an adult. This lap sit storytime features action rhymes, finger plays, songs, movement activities, a simple story, and a parent-child reading time. Active adult participation is an integral part of this program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Friday July 5 American Legion Fish Fry- 5 to 7:30 pm Friday 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. Saturday July 6 Gentle Yoga 9–10am Saturday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Sandwich Freedom Days The Annual Fireworks and Independence Day celebration. The parade starts at 10am; Blaze in the city car show is at 12 noon, and other festivities including Wrestling, Music, Food, Games, and Fireworks at Fair Grounds beginning at 3:00 pm $5.00 donation. Sunday July 7 Sandwich Freedom Days Continue on Sunday with the Freedom Run and Tot Trot. Wear patriotic colors and participate in this annual 5K run/ 1 Mile walk.- 7:45 am start. Check Park District website for registration information http://www.sandwichparkdistrict.org Monday July 8 U.F.O. Unfinished Objects 10am - 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. Independent Story Time FOR 3’S, 4’S, & 5’S - 10:30–11:10am Monday at the Plano Library. For independent 3–5 year-olds, without an adult. Features simple stories, music, movement activities, and a simple craft. Parents must remain in the Kids’ Library during the program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Musical Movie Matinee Fiddler on the Roof will be shown at 1–3pm Monday at the Sandwich Public Library. Light refreshments will be served. Independent Story Time FOR 3’S, 4’S, & 5’S - 1:00 - 1:40pm Monday at the Plano Library. For independent 3–5 year-olds, without an adult. Features simple stories, music, movement activities, and a simple craft. Parents must remain in the Kids’ Library during the program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Teen Movie The Kid Who Would Be King will be shown at 1–3pm Monday at the Plano Library. The movie is targeted

The Sandwich Weekly Podcast Episode 7. Activities and events from Friday June 21 through Thursday July 4 Hello again and welcome to the Sandwich Weekly Podcast. This is Episode 7, covering activities and events in and around Sandwich for the period Friday June 21 through Thursday July 4. And now, this weeks tidbit of Sandwich history… It’s not commonly known, the Sandwich area played an instrumental role in the Underground Railroad. In case your knowledge of 19th century American History is a bit weak, the Underground Railroad was a network of secret routes and safe houses established in the United States during the early to mid–1800s. It was used by African-American slaves to escape into free states and Canada with the aid of abolitionists and others who were sympathetic to their cause. The William Eddy home on Somonauk Creek was one of the underground stations (or safe houses), as were the Beveridge home in Somonauk and the Stewards’ home in Plano. Escaping slaves usually entered Illinois from Missouri and traveled north to Chicago on their way to freedom in Canada. One route passed along the present line of the Burlington Railway. Friday June 21 Computer Class - Microsoft Word Basics 10:30-noon Friday at the Sandwich Public Library - Class costs $10 to participate. Registration is required. Payment is due at time of registration and must be made in person. Science Club - 4–4:45pm Friday 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 American Legion Fish Fry- 5 to 7:30 pm Friday 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. **Saturday June 22 ** Gentle Yoga 9–10am Saturday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Street Dance noon–9pm Saturday at the Bull Moose Bar and Grille in Sandwich Monday June 24 Gentle Yoga 9–10am Monday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. UFO – Unfinished Objects 10am to noon Monday 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. Independent Story Time FOR 3’S, 4’S, & 5’S - 10:30 - 11:10am Monday at the Plano Library. For independent 3–5 year-olds, without an adult. Features simple stories, music, movement activities, and a simple craft. Parents must remain in the Kids’ Library during the program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Real Readers 12pm Monday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. This month’s reading selection is “Dopesick” by Beth Macy. Musical Movie Matinee - The Sound of Music 1–3pm Monday at the Sandwich Public Library. Light refreshments will be served. No Registration is required. Independent Story Time FOR 3’S, 4’S, & 5’S - 1:00 - 1:40pm Monday at the Plano Library. For independent 3–5 year-olds, without an adult. Features simple stories, music, movement activities, and a simple craft. Parents must remain in the Kids’ Library during the program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Teen Movies Aquaman will be shown at 3:25pm Monday at the Plano Library. This free movie is targeteted toward teens. Light refreshments will be served. Bilingual Story Time 4–4:45pm Monday at the Sandwich Public Library. Ages 3 and above. No Registration is required. Interactive Movie - 5pm Monday at the Sandwich Public Library. Watch a movie with a twist. Come act, react, and play along to a favorite family film. Open to all ages. No Registration is required. Genealogy Group- 6:00pm Monday at the Somonauk Public Library, Beginners and experienced welcome. Registration is preferred. Me and My Grown-Up Storytime 6:30–7:10 pm Monday at the Plano Library. For 3 and 4 year-olds with their grown-up (no younger sibling please). This transitional storytime is perfect for the little one who’s not ready for independent storytime. Grown-ups will stay in the room and actively participate in the program with their child. Features simple stories, rhymes, movement activities, songs, and art experiences. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Tuesday June 25 Pre-K Story Time 10:30–11:15 am Tuesday at the Sandwich Public Library. No Registration is required. Me and My Grown-Up Storytime 10:30 - 11:10am Tuesday at the Plano Library. For 3 and 4 year-olds with their grown-up (no younger sibling allowed). This transitional storytime is perfect for the little one who’s not ready for independent storytime. Grown-ups will stay in the room and actively participate in the program with their child. Features simple stories, rhymes, movement activities, songs, and art experiences. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Chair Yoga for Seniors 10–10:30am Tuesday at the at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Men’s Group- 10:00am Tuesday at the Somonauk Public Library Independent Story Time for 4’s and 5’s 1:00 - 1:40pm Tuesday at the Plano Library. For independent 4 and 5 year-olds only, without an adult. Features longer stories, activities, music, and a craft. Parents must remain in the Kids’ Library during the program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Teen Activity- 4:00pm Tuesday at the Somonauk Public Library. Sign-up is required. Fourth Tuesday Community Fest- 4:30 to 6:00pm Tuesday at the Somonauk Baptist Church. Everyone is invited to the free dinner presented by the Sandwich-Somonauk Ministerial Alliance. Glass Art 6:15–7:30pm Tuesday at the Plano Library. For independent students entering grades 6–12. Registration Required. Create a personalized glass art coaster with artist Jeanne Dennis. Intro to Shakespeare - 6:30pm Tuesday at the Sandwich Public Library. Join us in this exciting presentation on the life and work of William Shakespeare presented by Peter Garino. This is an adult program and no Registration required. Independent Story Time for 4’s and 5’s 6:30 - 7:10pm Tuesday at the Plano Library. For independent 4 and 5 year-olds only, without an adult. Features longer stories, activities, music, and a craft. Parents must remain in the Kids’ Library during the program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Rowe Readers 7:00pm Tuesday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. This month’s reading selection is “Fly Girls” by Kieth O’Brien. Wednesday June 26 Walk-In Blood Pressure Clinics - 9–11am Wednesday at KishHealth Systems Physician Group, 12700 Rt 34 in Plano. A KishHealth System professional will monitor your blood pressure weekly. No appointment is necessary. For information call 815–786–3962 or visit www.kishprograms.org Help for Seniors and People with Disabilities - 10:00am to noon Wednesday at the Somonauk Public Library. A represenative 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. Rhyme Time 10:30–11:00am Wednesday at the Plano Library. For babies to age 3 accompanied by an adult. This lap sit storytime features action rhymes, finger plays, songs, movement activities, a simple story, and a parent-child reading time. Active adult participation is an integral part of this program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Rhyme Time 11:15 - 11:45am Wednesday at the Plano Library. For babies to age 3 accompanied by an adult. This lap sit storytime features action rhymes, finger plays, songs, movement activities, a simple story, and a parent-child reading time. Active adult participation is an integral part of this program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Gentle Yoga 12–1pm Wednesday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Pre-K Story Time 1:30–2:15 pm Wednesday at the Sandwich Public Library. No Registration is required. Big Kids Story Time Grades K–2 4–4:45 Wednesday at the Sandwich Public Library. No Registration is required. Music in the Park 5–7pm Wednesday in the Gazebo in downtown Sandwich. Bring your family and a lawn chair every Wednesday from May 29th through August 28th for the returning Music in the Park Summer Concert Series. Tonight is the summer sing-a-log with Mr. A. Bad Teen Movie Night - 6pm Wednesday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. The movie to be shown is “The Blob” Rhyme Time 6:00–6:30pm Wednesday at the Plano Library. For babies to age 3 accompanied by an adult. This lap sit storytime features action rhymes, finger plays, songs, movement activities, a simple story, and a parent-child reading time. Active adult participation is an integral part of this program. Registration Required. Call 630–552–2025 or stop by the Kids’ Library Desk to register. Wellness Wednesday A documentary will be shown, Born Strong at 6:30–7:30pm Wednesday at the Sandwich Public Library. Thursday June 27 Help for Seniors and People with Disabilities - 9:30 - 11:30am Thursday 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. Help for Seniors and People with Disabilities- 9:30 - 11:30am Thursday at the Robert W. Rowe 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. Mothers Offering Mutual Support (MOMS)- 9:30 to 11:30am Thursday 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 Thursday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Rhyme Ti

The Sandwich Weekly Podcast Episode 6. Activities and events from Friday June 7 through Thursday June 20. Hello again and welcome to the Sandwich Weekly Podcast. This is Episode 6, covering activities and events in and around Sandwich for the period Friday June 7 through Thursday June 20. Friday June 7 Computer Class – File Management Basics - Friday 10:30-noon at the Sandwich Public Library. Registration is required and there’s a $10 fee. American Legion Fish Fry - Friday 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. Saturday June 8 12th Annual Kid’s Fishing Day - Saturday 9am to noon at the Sandwich Sportsman’s Club. Free to the public. Free lunch and prizes. Open to kids 16 and under. All children must be accompanied by an adult guardian. Bring your own pole and tackle. Bait will be donated by the Lake Holiday Marina. Sign up at the Sandwich Park District. The Sandwich Sportsman’s Club is located at 1011 Hartman Trail in Sandwich, one quarter mile west of the Sandwich Fairgrounds on Center Street. Gentle Yoga Saturday 9–10am at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise. Sunday June 9 Sunday at Sandwich - Antique Flea Market is on Sunday 8am–4pm at the Sandwich Fairgrounds. Admission is $5, children 12 and under are free. Parking is free and an ATM is available. No pets please. For more information visit the website, www.sundayatsandwichantiques.com Monday June 10 Gentle Yoga 9–10am Monday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise. UFO – Unfinished Objects 10am to noon Monday 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. Musical Movie Matinee West Side Story – 1–3pm Monday at the Sandwich Public Library. “It’s Showtime!” Come to the library to experience classic and new musicals as a part of our Summer Reading Theme! Light refreshments will be provided. No Registration is required. Salta A La Hora De Cuento Bilingue- Bilingual Story Time - 4pm Monday 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. Messy Science - 5pm Monday at the Sandwich Public Library. Let’s get messy and learn with some amazing science experiments. Open to ages 8 and up. Registration required. Monday Supper - 5–6:45pm Monday at the Sheridan United Methodist Church, 219 S. Bushnell. Dinner is fried chicken, vegetables, dessert, and beverage. All are welcome. Carry-outs are available. Donations are appreciated. Tuesday June 11 Pre-K Story Time - 10:30–11:15 Tuesday at the Sandwich Public Library. Chair Yoga for Seniors 10–10:30am Tuesday at the at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise. Readers’ Haven Book Club - 6:30–7:30pm Tuesday 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 June 12 Walk-In Blood Pressure Clinics - 9–11am Wednesday at KishHealth Systems Physician Group, 12700 Rt 34 in Plano. A KishHealth System professional will monitor your blood pressure weekly. No appointment is necessary. For information call 815–786–3962 or visit www.kishprograms.org Help for Seniors and People with Disabilities - 10:00am to 3pm Wednesday at the Fox Valley Older Adults 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. Cake and Crime Mystery Group - 12pm Wednesday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. This month the reading selection is “Kingdom of the Blind” by Louise Penny. Gentle Yoga 12–1pm Wednesday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise. Bingo - 12:30pm Wednesday at the Somonauk Public Library – Entry is free and there are prizes. Every Wednesday but no Bingo on the last Wednesday of the month. Pre-K Story Time - 1–1:45pm Wednesday at the Sandwich Public Library. Big Kids Story Time – Grades K–2 4–4:45pm Wednesday at the Sandwich Public Library. Come to the library for stories, enjoy snacks, and have fun! Registration is required. Chess Club 6–7pm Wednesday at the Sandwich Public Library. Chess boards will be provided or bring your own. Genealogy Club - 6:30–7:30pm Wednesday at the Sandwich Public Library. This month Amy Vidlak-Girmsheid will explain how to use the Ancestry database accessible through the library. No Registration is required. Wellness Wednesday – Ageless Grace with professional Cecilia Carruthers 6:30–7:30 Wednesday at the Sandwich Public Library. Ageless Grace is a Brain Health Fitness program. There’s an $8 fee and Registration is required. Music in the Park 5–7pm Wednesday in the Gazebo in downtown Sandwich. Bring your family and a lawn chair every Wednesday from May 29th through August 28th for the returning Music in the Park Summer Concert Series. Tonight you’ll listen to the Barbara and the Boys. Thursday June 13 Mothers Offering Mutual Support (MOMS)- 9:30 to 11:30am Thursday 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 Thursday at the at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise. Pre-K Story Time - 3–3:45pm Thursday at the Sandwich Public Library. So You Want to be a YouTuber? - 5pm Thursday at the Sandwich Public Library. This 3 hour class is led by Phil Sheppard. Come learn the basics of starting a YouTube channel, filming your videos, and more! This class also includes a one year subscription to an on-line video editor. Bring your own laptop. This is a teen program, Registration required and there is a $12 fee. Family Lego Night - 5pm Thursday at the Sandwich Public Library. All ages, No Registration is required. Take Off Pounds Sensibly – TOPS – 5–7pm Thursday 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. Friday June 14 Little Movers - Story and play time for toddlers is at 10:30am Friday at the Sandwich Public Library. American Legion Fish Fry- 5 to 7:30 Friday 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. Saturday June 15 More on 34 - 8am – 5pm Saturday at the Montcler Hotel and Resort (aka Timber Creek) (3300 Drew Ave, Sandwich). The sale will be held in their parking lot in front of the convention center. Parking spaces will be available to rent for $5 per space. Anyone interested in renting a space, should contact the Sandwich Chamber at 815–786–9075 or executivedirector@sandwich-il.org. Gentle Yoga 9–10am Saturday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise. Computer Class - Introduction to Google Drive and Google Docs – 10:30–12pm Saturday at the Sandwich Public Library. An introduction to the powerful, and free, Google productivity suite. Computers will be provided or bring your own. Registration is required and there’s a $10 fee Donuts with Dad 11am Saturday at the Sandwich Public Library. Happy Father’s Day! We’ll be showing a movie, have a small craft, and lots and lots od donuts. Open to all ages. Registration required. Sunday June 16 Father’s Day Breakfast 7–11am Sunday at the Sandwich Sportsman’s Club. It’s open to the public. Cost is $8 per adult, $6 for a member or senior, $3 for ages 6 to 12, and children under 6 are free. The Sandwich Sportsman’s Club is located at 1011 Hartman Train in Sandwich, one quarter mile west of the Sandwich Fairgrounds on Center Street. Monday June 17 Gentle Yoga 9–10am Monday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise. Hopekeepers- 10:00 to 11:30am Monday 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, non-denominational, Christian environment. UFO – Unfinished Objects 10am to noon Monday 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. Art Therapy - Adult Coloring 10:30–11:30 Monday at the Sandwich Public Library. De-stress & relax by enjoying a hour filled with relaxing music, camaraderie, and a varying art styles. Musical Movie Matinee - “Hairspray” - “It’s Showtime!” Come to the library to experience classic and new musicals as a part of our Summer Reading Theme! Writers’ Group- 3:30pm Monday 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 Monday 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 Monday at the Sandwich Public Library. If you like being artsy then come get creative at our Creative Club. Ages 7+ Registration is required. Tuesday June 18 Sock Knitting Group- 9:30am to noon Tuesday at the Robert W. Rowe Public Library in Sheridan. Chair Yoga for Seniors 10–10:30am Tuesday at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise. Pre-K Story Time - 10:30–11:45am Tuesday at the Sandwich Public Library. Cornerstone Church Food Pantry- 12:30pm Tuesday at Cornerstone Church in Sandwich. Cornerstone provides food for families in Sandwich, Somonauk, Plano, and Sheridan. Identification and proof of residency, such as a utilit

The Sandwich Weekly Podcast Episode 5. Activities and events from Friday May 31 through Thursday June 13. Hello again and welcome to the Sandwich Weekly Podcast. This is Episode 5, covering activities and events in and around Sandwich for the period Friday May 31 through Thursday June 13. Before I begin, I would like to thank all the listeners who have taken the time to visit and like the podcasts Facebook page and those who have sent some wonderful comments. Remember that this podcast is for you and if you have any suggestions for improvement, please send them to me at feedback@sandwichweekly.com. A special thanks to Geoff Penman who corrected the historical tidbit from last weeks episode. If you remember, I said that Davis Lake extended from Veterans Memorial Park to, what is now, Gletty Road. I didn’t believe that was possible since the buildings on Main Street existed prior to Davis lake being drained. I mistakenly thought that the Park referred to Veterans Park which is across from City Hall. Actually the lake extended from Sandwich Memorial Park to Gletty Road. Sandwich Memorial Park lies west of the YMCA and has an entrance on Water Street. This weeks tidbit of Sandwich history is about what once was an old train car and is now the Bull Moose Bar and Grille. The train car is a former Pullman Palace car that was built in 1893, at a cost of $25,000, and initially shown at the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago later that year. It was placed into service by the Burlington (now the Burlington Northern Sante Fe) railroad and was part of their special “Pride of Burlington” train. In 1904, the train car was given to President Teddy Roosevelt to use during his presidential campaign and returned to the Burlington railway after Roosevelt was elected. The train car was put back into use for another presidential election in 1908 as William Howard Taft’s official transportation carriage. Taft won the election. During the next election, Roosevelt ran on his own Progressive Party (or “Bull Moose” Party) ticket Figuring the train car was good luck since it was used by the last two winners of Presidential elections, he got the car from the Burlington railway and used it to criss-cross the country during his campaign. Well, Teddy Roosevelt lost that election to Woodrow Wilson and the train car was returned to the railroad. The train car continued on the Burlington line until it was retired in the early 1930’s. In 1934, Sandwich resident Henry Tattersal bought the train car for $75 dollars and moved it from California to Sandwich, placing it on the southwest corner of Main and Church Streets. He redesigned the train car as a diner and opened it later that year and called it “The Diner”. In 1935, a man by the name of Wright bought the diner and moved it across the street to its present day location next to a house and renamed it “Wright’s Diner”. The train car diner has gone through a number of owners and name changes over the years, eventually incorporating the house into part of the restaurant It has been known as Paul’s Diner, Cucina Plata, Kelly’s Pub and the American Grill. The diner closed in 2008 and sat vacant for a couple years. That’s when Ron and Sue came into the picture. Ron and Sue bought the train car and house and painstakingly restored the inside building and car, as well as spruced up the outside that had deteriorated over time. Having had an antique business for over 25 years, Sue Saballus used her antique connections to find lighting fixtures and decorations to restore the train car to its original splendor when Teddy Roosevelt used it a century before. They even restored the original leaded glass windows along the top of the railcar. The family opened their restaurant in 2010 choosing the Bull Moose Bar and Grille name as a nod to the historical significance of the rail car. Friday May 31 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. Saturday June 1 Gentle Yoga 9–10am at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise. Plano Heritage Fest Begins at 11am on W John Street. Admission is $5, At 9 a.m., there will be a ruck march with Veterans Outreach of Kendall County. Summer Reading Kick-Off 12–2pm at the Sandwich Public Library. On Saturday we’ll kick off our Summer Reading Program with our annual celebration. There’ll be inflatables, water games, food, a book sale, and so much more! We can’t wait to kick off the reading season with the community. Sign up today to join in on the fun! Swing Dance - 4 to 6pm at the Sandwich Community Center, 1406 Suydam Rd. Music will be provided by, Talk of the Town Swing Band. The band will play swing, cha-cha, rumba, jitterbug, and tango. Admission is $10 and a cash bar is available. For information call 815–570–9004. Monday June 3 Summer Reading Registration Begins at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. This year’s theme is “Showtime at Your Library”. The Summer Reading Program runs for 6 weeks: Monday, June 10 through Saturday, July 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. Musical Movie Matinee- My Fair Lady - 1:00–3pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Light refreshments will be provided. No Registration is required. Adult Cookies and Coloring2–4pm at the Somonauk Public Library. Features cookies and soft music. 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. Tech Wreck - 6pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Ever wonder what the inside of a DVD player looks like? Why not break it open then craft something new out of the pieces. Come to our third annual Tech Wreck to break things and make things. This is a teen program and No Registration required. Indian Valley Community Band 6–7:20pm in the Sandwich Middle School band room. This community band is made up of anyone who has ever played an instrument. Stop in to see what rehearsal is like. For information call 815–786–6752. Father’s Day paper Craft - 6:30–7:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Show your dad some extra love this Father’s Day! Create a one of a kind gift by making themed gift bags and matching cards to celebrate your father. Class taught by master paper-crafter Jennifer Boring. Ages 16+. Class costs $5. Program is first come first serve while supplies last! Tuesday June 4 Pre-K Story Time - 10:30–11:15 at the Sandwich Public Library. 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. The Reading Pros – Grades 3–5 - 4–5pm at the Sandwich Public Library. We’ll discuss our monthly book, enjoy snacks, and have fun! Johnny K’s 2019 Cruise Night - 5 - 9pm At Johnny K’s in Sandwich. Discounts given to drivers of show cars. Adult Craft Night – DIY Marble Vase 6:30–7:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Ages 16+ Registration is required and there only 10 open spots for each class. Airborne on D-Day - 6:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Presented by Robert Mueller in honor of the 75th anniversary. Come learn about the US 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions. This is an adult program and no Registration required. Wednesday June 5 Walk-In Blood Pressure Clinics - 9–11am at KishHealth Systems Physician Group, 12700 Rt 34 in Plano. A KishHealth System professional will monitor your blood pressure weekly. No appointment is necessary. For information call 815–786–3962 or visit www.kishprograms.org Bingo - 12:30pm at the Somonauk Public Library – Entry is free and there are prizes. Every Wednesday but no Bingo on the last Wednesday of the month. Gentle Yoga 12–1pm at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise. Pre-K Story Time - 1–1:45pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Big Kids Story Time – Grades K–2 4–4:45pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Come to the library for stories, enjoy snacks, and have fun! Registration is required. Wellness Wednesday – DIY Yoga 6:30–7:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Please bring your own mats. No Registration is required. Intro to Beekeeping - 6:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Learn the basics of beekeeping with local beekeeper Joe Roberts. This is an adult program and no Registration required. Music in the Park 5–7pm in the Gazebo in downtown Sandwich. Bring your family and a lawn chair every Wednesday from May 29th through August 28th for the returning Music in the Park Summer Concert Series. Tonight you’ll listen to the Jack Mack. Thursday June 6 Chair Yoga for Seniors 10–10:30am at the at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise. STEM Activity 4pm at the Somonauk Public Library. Open to children grades K–5. Registration is required. 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. Movin’ On Cancer Support Group - 5–6pm at the Somonauk Public Library. Pre-K Story Time - 6–6:45pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Glow Party - 6pm at the Sandwich Public Library. We’ll have glow-in-the-dark games, fun, and crafts. Open to ages 6 and up. Registration required. An Evening with Local Author Bambi Harris - 6:30pm at the Somonauk Public Library. Bambi will answer questions, sign books and have good

The Sandwich Weekly podcast, covering local activities and events for the period May 24th through June 6th. Here’s a little tidbit of Sandwich history thanks another podcast listener. Did you know that there once was a lake, Lake Davis, which stretched from Veterans Memorial Park to what is now Gletty Road. The lake covered approximately 100 acres, but was drained in 1912–1913 by installing tiles routing the water east to the Little Rock Creek. This was possible because Sandwich was built on a natural gradation due to a geological fault line known as the Sandwich Fault, so the city stands on a hillside. The southeast corner of the city is the lowest spot, roughly near the Harvey Creek Preserve, as well as near Little Rock Creek. It was drained because it was considered a “dead” lake. The lake didn’t have a sand beach, but was used for boating, fishing, swimming, hunting, and trapping. If you have some little-known history about Sandwich, send it to me at feedback@sandwichweekly.com. I’ll read it on a future podcast and give you full bragging rights. I have some good news, you may remember in episode one that I made a reference to chapters. Well, through lots of trial and error, I was able to get chapters implemented. If your podcast player supports chapters you can now jump directly to any day in the audio file by selecting that day in the chapters list. Two excellent podcast players that support chapters are Overcast for Apple devices, and Pocket Casts for both Apple and Android devices. Don’t forget that the show notes contain all the information in the podcast. Friday May 24 Little Movers - Story and play time for toddlers is at 10:30am at the Sandwich Public Library. Computer Class - Internet Basics – 10:30am-noon at the Sandwich Public Library. There’s a $10 fee and Registration is required. Bunco - 3pm at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. 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. The special for May 24 is Italian Beef with Sicilian. Saturday May 25 Gentle Yoga 9–10am at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise. Computer Class - Introduction to the Internet – 10:30am-noon at the Sandwich Public Library. There’s a $10 fee and Registration is required. Sunday May 26 Men’s Breakfast - 7:30 am at the Millbrook United Methodist Church. Each month includes a speaker who presents topics of interest to the community. Monday May 27 Memorial Day Tuesday May 28 Men’s Group - 10:00am at the Somonauk Public Library 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. Teen Activity- 4:00pm at the Somonauk Public Library. Sign-up is required. Fourth Tuesday Community Fest- 4:30 to 6:00pm at the Somonauk Baptist Church. Everyone is invited to the free dinner presented by the Sandwich-Somonauk Ministerial Alliance. Intermediate Excel 6–8pm at the Somonauk Public Library. Space is limited, come in or call to register. The Ottawa Rescue Case - 6:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Joining presenter and author Heinz Suppan to learn about the history of the underground railroad in Ottawa, IL. This is an adult program and no Registration required. Rowe Readers - 7pm at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. This month’s reading selection is “Before We Were Yours” by Lisa Wingate. Wednesday May 29 Walk-In Blood Pressure Clinics - 9–11am at KishHealth Systems Physician Group, 12700 Rt 34 in Plano. A KishHealth System professional will monitor your blood pressure weekly. No appointment is necessary. For information call 815–786–3962 or visit www.kishprograms.org 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. Every Wednesday but no Bingo on the last Wednesday of the month. Wellness Wednesday 6:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. A Documentary: Organic Food-Hype or Hope. Music in the Park 5–7pm in the Gazebo in downtown Sandwich. Bring your family and a lawn chair every Wednesday from May 29th through August 28th for the returning Music in the Park Summer Concert Series. Tonight you’ll listen to the Sandwich HS Jazz band and jazz choir; and Mike Vermland. Thursday May 30 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 you weight loss goals. Teen Movie Night 6–8pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Teens are invited to come enjoy a great (or greatly bad) movie, eat popcorn, and have fun. No Registration is required. Friday May 31 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. Saturday June 1 Gentle Yoga 9–10am at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise. **Summer Reading Kick-Off” 12–2pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Monday June 3 Summer Reading Registration Begins at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. This year’s theme is “Showtime at Your Library”. The Summer Reading Program runs for 6 weeks: Monday, June 10 through Saturday, July 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. Musical Movie Matinee- My Fair Lady - 1:00–3pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Light refreshments will be provided. No Registration is required. 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. Tech Wreck - 6pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Ever wonder what the inside of a DVD player looks like? Why not break it open then craft something new out of the pieces. Come to our third annual Tech Wreck to break things and make things. This is a teen program and No Registration required. Father’s Day paper Craft - 6:30–7:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Show your dad some extra love this Father’s Day! Create a one of a kind gift by making themed gift bags and matching cards to celebrate your father. Class taught by master paper-crafter Jennifer Boring. Ages 16+. Class costs $5. Program is first come first serve while supplies last! Tuesday June 4 Pre-K Story Time - 10:30–11:15 at the Sandwich Public Library. 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. The Reading Pros – Grades 3–5 - 4–5pm at the Sandwich Public Library. We’ll discuss our monthly book, enjoy snacks, and have fun! Johnny K’s 2019 Cruise Night - 5 - 9pm At Johnny K’s in Sandwich. Discounts given to drivers of show cars. Adult Craft Night – DIY Marble Vase 6:30–7:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Ages 16+ Registration is required and there only 10 open spots for each class. Airborne on D-Day - 6:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Presented by Robert Mueller in honor of the 75th anniversary. Come learn about the US 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions. This is an adult program and no Registration required. Wednesday June 5 Walk-In Blood Pressure Clinics - 9–11am at KishHealth Systems Physician Group, 12700 Rt 34 in Plano. A KishHealth System professional will monitor your blood pressure weekly. No appointment is necessary. For information call 815–786–3962 or visit www.kishprograms.org Bingo - 12:30pm at the Somonauk Public Library – Entry is free and there are prizes. Every Wednesday but no Bingo on the last Wednesday of the month. Gentle Yoga 12–1pm at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise. Pre-K Story Time - 1–1:45pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Big Kids Story Time – Grades K–2 4–4:45pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Come to the library for stories, enjoy snacks, and have fun! Registration is required. Wellness Wednesday – DIY Yoga 6:30–7:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Please bring your own mats. No Registration is required. Intro to Beekeeping - 6:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Learn the basics of beekeeping with local beekeeper Joe Roberts, This is an adult program and no Registration required. Music in the Park 5–7pm in the Gazebo in downtown Sandwich. Bring your family and a lawn chair every Wednesday from May 29th through August 28th for the returning Music in the Park Summer Concert Series. Tonight you’ll listen to the Jack Mack. Thursday June 6 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 you weight loss goals. Pre-K Story Time - 6–6:45pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Glow Party - 6pm at the Sandwich Public Library. We’ll have glow-in-the-dark games, fun, and crafts. Open to ages 6 and up. Registration required. An Evening with Local Author Bambi Harris

The Sandwich Weekly podcast, covering local avtivities and events for the period May 17 through May 30. Here’s a little tidbit of Sandwich history thanks a podcast listener. You may, or may not, know that Sandwich was established around a planned railroad stop built on land given to the railroad by Almon Cage. Mr. Cage originally named the city Almon, but then decided to change the name to Newark Station. The railroad had only a flag stop at first, but when “Long John” Wentworth, a Congressman and future mayor of Chicago, got involved, then the railroad established a full stop in the town. At the time the name of the town was Newark Station and it became confused with it’s nearby southern neighbor, the town of Newark. Since Representative Wentworth had played a large role in convincing the railroad to have a full stop in the town, he was given the honor of naming the town. The Congressman selected the name Sandwich after the town of Sandwich New Hampshire in which he was raised. Interestingly, an ancestor of Wentworth, Colonial Governor Benning Wentworth, established the town of Sandwich New Hampshire in 1763 naming it in honor of John Montagu, 4th Earl of Sandwich, said to be the inventor of the sandwich. One of “Long John” Wentworth’s greatest, and often overlooked, accomplishments when he was a congressman, was to push for the border between Wisconsin and Illinois as it currently exists. There was a big push to have the Wisconsin border established at the southern tip of Lake Michigan, bringing the border to the southern edge of DeKalb county. This would have meant that Illinois would have no access to the lake, and Sandwich would lie in two states. If you have some little-known history about Sandwich, send it to me at feedback@sandwichweekly.com. I’ll read it on a future podcast and give you full bragging rights. Friday May 17 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. 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. 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. Walk For Awareness VFW Post 1486 9am at VFW Post 1486, 713 S Main Street, Sandwich Filmology – Movie 1–2pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Check the Sandwich Public Library calendar for more details. St Mary’s School Pig Roast Fundraiser 4–10pm 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. Art Therapy 10:30–11:30am at the Sandwich Public Library. De-stress and relax by enjoying a hour filled with relaxing music, camaraderie, and varying art styles. 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, 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 the film afterwards. 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. Cleaning with Essential Oils 6:30–7:30pm at the Sandwich Public Library. Learn how to clean with essential oils. Presented by representatives from DoTerra. No Registration is required. Movie Night 6:30–8:50pm at the Plano Library. Tonight’s movie is First Man. This riveting film, based on the book, combines Neil Armstrong’s moving human story with the perils and exhilarations of spaceflight. Rated PG–13. 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 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. Beverly Dunfrund of 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 you 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. Friday May 24 Little Movers - Story and play time for toddlers is at 10:30am at the Sandwich Public Library. Computer Class - Internet Basics – 10:30am-noon at the Sandwich Public Library. There’s a $10 fee and Registration is required. 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. Saturday May 25 Gentle Yoga 9–10am at the Robert W. Rowe Library in Sheridan. Join us for this gentle Yoga exercise. Computer Class - Introduction to the Internet – 10:30am-noon at the Sandwich Public Library. There’s a $10 fee and Registration is required. Sunday May 26 Men’s Breakfast- 7:30 am at the Millbrook United Methodist Church. Each month includes a speaker who presents topics of interest to the community. Monday May 27 Memorial Day - Please pause and remember the brave patriots who have given their lives for our country. Tuesday May 28 Men’s Group- 10:00am at the Somonauk Public Library 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. Teen Activity- 4:00pm at the Somonauk Public Librar

  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. Good news, the Sandwich Weekly podcast has been approved by Spotify. If you subscribe to Spotify you can listen to the podcast using the Spotify app or web player. 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 feedback@sandwichweekly.com 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 re

Hello, and welcome to the introductory episode of the Sandwich Weekly podcast. I’m Robert, the creator of this podcast and your host. I started this podcast to provide you with a calendar of activities and events taking place in and around the City of Sandwich over a two week period.  Unless you make almost daily visits to several Facebook pages, nearly a dozen websites, read a local paper or two, and listen to a local radio station every day, you probably won’t be aware of all the activities taking place in our area. Well this podcast will do the work for you, taking all that activity and event information and providing it in a way that you can access at your convenience; any time and any place. A new episode of this podcast will be released every Thursday. Normally I’ll include activities and events happening in Sandwich, Somonauk, Plano, and Sheridan - though events in other cities may be included from time-to-time. The Sandwich Weekly podcast is free and available on iTunes, Google Play, Soundcloud, Stitcher, on the web at sandwichweekly.com and on Spotify and iHeart Radio in the near future. You can use any podcast player available though I would recommend a player that displays show notes and allows you to skip forward and back in the podcast. In the near future I’ll be including chapter markers that will allow you to jump to events on a specific day so, if possible, use a podcast player that supports chapters. An excellent podcast player for iPhones is Overcast. Pocket Casts is also a very good player and is available for both Apple and Android devices. Both Overcast and Pocket Casts support show notes and chapters. A note about show notes… all the calendar events that I mention in the podcast will be listed in the show notes. At the end of the show notes there will also be a contact list for sponsors of events. You should contact the event sponsors if you have any questions about activities and events listed in the podcast.  I would recommend subscribing to the Sandwich Weekly podcast (it’s free) so you’ll always have the most recent list of events available. If you have any suggestions for this podcast send them to me at feedback@sandwichweekly.com   Helpful Links   City of Sandwich Sandwich Area Chamber of Commerce Sandwich City Tourism Sandwich Public Library District Sandwich Park District Sandwich Opera House Fox Valley Older Adults Sandwich Police Department Sandwich Fire District