Kids & Family
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 utility bill, are required. Afternoon Movie- 1:00pm Tuesday at the Robert W. Rowe Public Library, Sheridan. The movie being shown this month is “The Bookshop“. Florence Green, a grieving widow opens up a bookshop, the first of its kind in a little town of Hardborough, England. She ends up facing the hostility of the towns less successful shopkeepers. Johnny K’s 2019 Cruise Night - 5 - 9pm Tuesday At Johnny K’s in Sandwich. Discounts given to drivers of show cars. Wednesday June 19 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 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. 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 Vicarious. Thursday June 20 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. Chess Club 1–2pm Thursday at the Sandwich Public Library. Chess boards will be provided or bring your own. STEM Activity 4pm Thursday at the Somonauk Public Library. Open to children grades K–5. Registration is required. Pre-K Story Time - 3–3:45pm Thursday at the Sandwich Public Library. 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. Anime Club - 6–8pm Thursday 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. Helpful Links City of Sandwich Sandwich Area Chamber of Commerce Sandwich Public Library District Sandwich Park District Sandwich Opera House Fox Valley Older Adults Sandwich Police Department Sandwich Fire District Event Sponsor Contact Information American Legion Post 729 300 West Si Johnson Drive Sheridan,815–496–2380 City of Sandwich Tourism 144 E. Railroad Street Sandwich 815–786–9321 https://tourismcityofsandwich.com/ Cornerstone Church 17437 Pratt Road in Sandwich 815–786–6300 Federated Church 403 N. Main St., Sandwich 815–498–4592 Help for Seniors and People with Disabilities 815–539–9673, 815–539–7700, or 800–535–5970 Johnny K’s 125 Duvick Ave, Sandwich 815–786–3088 Millbrook United Methodist Church 8360 Fox River Rd. Millbrook 815–786–4106 Plano Bible Church 1111 West South Street, Plano 630–552–8877 www.PlanoBibleChurch.org Plano Community Library District 15 W. North Street, Plano 630–552–2009 www.planolibrary.info Robert W. Rowe Public Library 120 East Si Johnson Ave., Sheridan 815–496–2031 www.rwrlibrary.org Sandwich Area Chamber of Commerce 128 E. Railroad St P.O. Box 214, Sandwich, IL 60548 815–786–9075 https://sandwich-il.org Sandwich Public Library 925 South Main Street, Sandwich 815–786–8308 www.sandwichpld.org Somonauk Baptist Church 315 East North St., Somonauk 815–498–2312 Somonauk Public Library 700 East LaSalle Street, Somonauk 815–498–2440 https://www.somonauklibrary.org/ St. John’s Lutheran Church 235 Green St., Somonauk 815–498–1001