Town of Sandwich, MA

08/31/2026

🗳️ SANDWICH, TOMORROW IS ELECTION DAY!

The 2026 State Primary Election is tomorrow, Tuesday, September 1. Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

By voting in the Primary Election, you help determine who will appear on the ballot in the General Election this November. Make your voice heard and cast your ballot tomorrow!

📍 Where to Vote in Sandwich:

Precincts 1–3: Corpus Christi Parish Hall, 324 Quaker Meetinghouse Road
Precincts 4–6: Center for Active Living, 70 Quaker Meetinghouse Road

❓ Not sure of your precinct or voting location? Visit the following site to check your registration and polling location: voteinma.com

Every vote matters. We’ll see you at the polls! 🗳️

08/31/2026

💜 International Overdose Awareness Day | August 31

Overdose does not discriminate. It can affect people of every age, background, and walk of life — and its impact reaches families, friends, coworkers, and entire communities.

Here in Sandwich, our public safety professionals see the reality of the overdose crisis firsthand. Between 2023 and 2026, Sandwich Public Safety responded to 32 overdoses, both fatal and non-fatal.

Behind every call is a person, a family, and a community affected.

Today, on International Overdose Awareness Day, we remember those we have lost, stand with those impacted by substance use, and recognize the importance of prevention, treatment, recovery, and compassion.

💜 There is no “typical” person who experiences an overdose.

If you or someone you know is still struggling with substance use, the Town of Sandwich Substance Abuse Resource Guide provides information about local and regional resources for support, treatment, recovery, and other services: https://www.sandwichmass.org/1748/Substance-Use-and-Supportive-Services-Gu

Knowing the signs of an overdose and having naloxone (Narcan) available can save a life. Learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1PaYe2aiGF/

08/30/2026

Congrats to The Sandwich Town Band on an incredible season. Looking forward to many more years of music and memories at the bandstand!

08/28/2026

🚗 SLOW DOWN - IN OUR TOWN: YARD SIGN PILOT PROGRAM

As students, families, pedestrians and cyclists return to our roads for the new school year, we’re asking everyone to help us keep Sandwich streets safe. 💙

The Town of Sandwich is launching a residential sign pilot program as part of our Slow Down - In Our Town public safety initiative. A limited number of campaign signs will be available for residents to display on private property for 30 days.

📅 Display period: August 31–September 30, 2026
📍 Pick-up: Town Manager's Office, Sandwich Municipal Office Building, 100 Route 6A
🕣 Pick-up hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
🏡 One sign per residence/property, while supplies last

Signs must be placed on private property with the property owner's permission and may not be altered or placed on Town/public property, utility poles, sidewalks or within the public right-of-way.

At the end of the 30-day period, signs and metal stakes should be returned to the Sandwich Municipal Office Building so they can be reused for future public safety campaigns.

Please see the following handout for additional details on the program: https://www.sandwichmass.org/DocumentCenter/View/11591/Slow-Down---In-Our-Town---Yard-Sign-Handout

Slow down. Stay alert. Look out for one another. Together, we can help make Sandwich's roads safer for everyone. 💙

08/28/2026

08/27/2026

📣ATTENTION, SANDWICH!

Sharing the below Public Meeting Notice from JERA Americas, owner of the Canal Generating Plant.

JERA Americas is proposing to build a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at the Canal Plant. JERA invites members of the Sandwich community to join a public meeting at the Center for Active Living to learn more about the BESS project, ask questions, and share your feedback.

📅 Thursday, September 3
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Sandwich Center for Active Living

08/27/2026

🚧 ROADWORK UPDATE: HIGHFIELD DRIVE PAVING - AUG 31 🚧

Paving is scheduled for Monday, August 31 on Highfield Drive.

⏰ Work hours: 6:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

🚫 Highfield Drive will be CLOSED TO ALL TRAFFIC while paving is underway. The roadway will reopen as soon as conditions allow, with full access restored at the end of the work day.

Residents in the area are asked to plan ahead if they need to enter or exit their homes during the work hours.

📍 Parking: Residents who need to move their vehicles are encouraged to use Popple Bottom Road or Lantern Lane, where appropriate. Please do not block driveways or interfere with traffic on area roadways.

Residents are also encouraged to reschedule deliveries and contracted work during the paving hours.

Please pay attention to posted signage and follow the direction of safety officers.

⚠️ Please note: Paving is weather dependent and may be cancelled or rescheduled if conditions become unfavorable.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as this work is completed.

08/26/2026

💜 OVERDOSE AWARENESS MONTH: NARCAN SAVES LIVES

During Overdose Awareness Month, we’re highlighting one simple action that can make a life-saving difference: carrying Narcan (naloxone).

Narcan can reverse an opioid overdose and is safe to administer—even if you aren’t sure an overdose is occurring. Having Narcan on hand means you can be prepared to help when seconds matter.

Narcan is available in Sandwich at:
📍 Sandwich Center for Active Living, 70 Quaker Meetinghouse Rd
📍 Sandwich Municipal Office Building, 100 Route 6A
📍 Sandwich Marina, 31 Freezer Rd
📍Sandwich Hollows Golf Club, 1 Round Hill Rd
📍Sandwich Public Library, 142 Main St
📍Sandwich Department of Recreation, 34 Quaker Meetinghouse Rd

The Town Social Worker, Parker Monks, also has harm reduction kits available for anyone in need. Call 508-888-1212 or visit the Center for Active Living during Parker’s weekly office hours:
• Tuesdays, 2:30–4:30 PM
• Thursdays, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM

Or during Clinical Intern Charlotte Packer's weekly office hours:

• Wednesdays, 9:00 AM-11:00 AM

And remember, you don’t have to navigate substance use or recovery alone. The Town’s Substance Use and Supportive Services Guide connects individuals, families and loved ones with local treatment, recovery, support and other resources.

👉 Explore the guide: https://www.sandwichmass.org/1748/Substance-Use-and-Supportive-Services-Gu

💜 Carry Narcan. Know where to find it. Be ready to save a life.

08/25/2026

🚧 ROADWORK UPDATE: KIAHS WAY PAVING — AUG. 28 🚧

Paving is scheduled for Friday, August 28 on Kiahs Way, from Quaker Meetinghouse Road to Mill Road.

🕡 Work Hours: 6:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

🚨 IMPORTANT: ROAD CLOSURE

Kiahs Way will be CLOSED TO ALL TRAFFIC while paving work is ongoing. The roadway will reopen as soon as conditions allow, with full access restored at the end of the workday.

Residents in the area are asked to:
➡️ Plan ahead if you need to enter or exit your home during work hours.
➡️ Reschedule deliveries or contracted work during the scheduled work hours.
➡️ Park on adjacent roadways outside the limits of work shown on the map, if needed.
➡️ Please do not block driveways or impede traffic on area roadways.
➡️ Follow posted signage and the guidance of safety officers.

🌧️ Weather dependent: Work may be cancelled or rescheduled if conditions become unfavorable.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as this work is completed! 🚧

08/25/2026

Mark your calendar to join us for the Mindfulness Arts Festival on 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟗 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟏𝟎:𝟎𝟎𝐚𝐦-𝟑:𝟎𝟎𝐩𝐦.
Come experience workshops in mindful movement, mindful artmaking and mindful reflection.
This event is FREE and open to all ages.
For more information visit:
https://theawareness.org/festival/ or contact The Awareness Project at 978-855-8160 or go to our Library Event Calendar HERE: https://sandwichpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/mindfulness-arts-festival/
This event is jointly presented by The Awareness Project Inc, the , and the Sandwich Public Library.

We hope to see you there! 💚