Harry Potter Day in Sandwich
Friday, July 20, 2007 is Harry Potter Day in Sandwich. The day and night long schedule of events coincides with the release of the last Harry Potter book in the series, "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows". Opening ceremonies begin at 10:00am at the Ministry of Magic, otherwise known as the Sandwich Town Hall. Events continue on throughout the day at many locations including the Jarves Street Train Station where those who have purchased tickets will board the Wizards Express. The Sandwich Public Library has planned a variety of events during the day and will re-open Friday night to host a book party where those holding pre purchased tickets will be able to purchase the newly released book as it becomes available at 12:01am on July 21. Many businesses throughout town are participating with special "Harry Potter" themed events to help make this a true community effort. For a complete listing of events please go to www.titcombsbookshop.com. All proceeds benefit the Sandwich High School Library.
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Members Corner 
Snow Goose Shops Honored
Snow Goose Shops owned and operated by David Hadley and Donna Thomas, located at 2 Tupper Road in Sandwich, was recently recognized as an honoree in the 2007 Pride of New England Award Competition in association with the Boston Gift Show which will take place September 15 - 18, 2007 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. This distinctive award recognizes excellence in customer service, creative merchandising and community involvement. Snow Goose Shops more than exemplifies the awards criteria by offering everything from baby gifts, home décor items, greeting cards and specialty collections. Thanks to your dedication to the community and congratulations Snow Goose Shops!
Summer Sensation 2007
The Thornton W. Burgess Society presents "Italia" Summer Sensation 2007 on Sunday, July 29, 2007 from 5:30 - 9:30pm at Oak Crest Cove Yacht Club on Quaker Meeting House Road in Sandwich. Join in the tasting of wonderful cuisine and wines from the provinces of Milano, Firenze, Roma and Venezia. Live and silent auctions will be held. There are only 125 tickets available, $65.00 per person, so make your reservations today. Please call the Thornton W. Burgess Society at 508-888-6870 or visit the Green Briar Nature Center.
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Member Profile
Cindy Russell
Cindy Russell is the Chairman of the Economic Development Committee for the Town of Sandwich where she feels her committee can make a difference by supporting local entrepreneurs and others, helping them succeed in their business endeavors.
But it's as Chairman of the Glass Town Gala where she takes her passion for her community one step further. Now in its sixth year, the Glass Town Gala (no affiliation with the Glass Museum) is an annual event held in Sandwich for the purpose of raising funds for local non-profits.
Gala fundraising originates in Sandwich - and stays in Sandwich! Each year the committee designates various local organizations to be beneficiaries of this extremely successful fundraiser. The first Gala was held at Sandwich Hollows Golf Club where recipients included the Sandwich Glass Museum, Sandwich Hospice, Project Sail and the Sandwich Council on Aging.
The Gala has partnered with many others as well, including heritage Museum and Gardens, Thornton Burgess, Theater in the Arts Program and the Sheriff's Youth Program. Last year, recipients included the Dexter Grist Mill, Cape Cod Community College, the Grange Hall Coffee House and Adventures Playground at the Oakridge Elementary School.
This year, the Glass Town Gala will be held on October 26, 2007 at the Dan'l Webster Inn & Spa. "We try to mix it up a bit and hold the event in a different location every two years. We were at the Aqua Grille for the past two years. They were wonderful to us. This year the Dan'l Webster is just as excited to host the event and have already put together an unbelievable menu." It will include carving stations, a raw bar, passed hors'doeuvres and more.
The Glass Town Gala is a founding member of the Sandwich Chamber. "I've met so many wonderful people through my affiliation with the Chamber. The Gala can be a lot of work but it's also a lot of fun planning this big party every year." Russell is a native New Englander with ties to Rhode Island, Main and Massachusetts. She and her husband, Bill Diedering, a former selectman, have lived in Sandwich for the past 13 years and are clearly dedicated to their community.
Proceeds from this year's event will be donated to the Council on Aging, the Sandwich Library and the Sandwich Health Association. Tickets are $65.00 each and it is black tie optional. For tickets, sponsorship availability or silent auction donations, please call 508.888.6808. Look for the Glass Town Gala web site, coming soon!
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