Author: Ron O'Blenis

Non Resident Play at Sawmill Outdoor Play Group

The LPA is currently only accepting applications from Litchfield residents for joining our Indoor/Outdoor Talent Hall play group or our Outdoor only Sawmill play group.

A decision to re open our Sawmill Only play group to non-residents will be considered in late Spring of 2026.

Pizza Party Great Fun & Future Plans

The LPA hosted a Pizza Party for members and guests on January 27. We had over 60 folks enjoy the free pizza and treats. The objective was to facilitate a session for all play levels to get together to meet and greet new and old friends.

As you can see there were many conversations happening. We expected that folks would soon finish up after partaking of the victuals, but we were pleased that everyone stayed and chatted for a long time – we even had to tell folks it was time to clean-up.

Future Plans

Many have said they enjoyed the fall cookout at Sawmill Park. We are planning a spring version – look for upcoming details.

 

 

 

Sawmill Park Ribbon Cutting

 

 

Thanks to many who showed up for a great ribbon cutting day for the new Sawmill Courts. It was a marvelous start to many years ahead of wonderful play.

Cheryl Lang and I were honored to share the ribbon cutting with Judy Brennan and Chris Burns from the Recreation Commission.  Both Judy and Chris have put in countless hours to make today a reality. In their comments they noted that many folks and companies had contributed to make this happen. Specifically:

  • The Litchfield Board of Selectman – for approving the use of the impact fees and the land for the project.
  • The Recreation Commission for supporting the project from start to finish.
  • Gregg Jeffery – Jeffery Land Surveying (Donated all work to town)
  • BAG Land Consulting – Surveying and staking off the wetlands
  • Continental Paving – Donated all site, pad work and paving to town

As a Litchfield resident I am amazed and appreciative of the efforts and generosity of all involved to not only made it happen, but to have created as one person remarked. “The best pickleball courts in NH!!”

And to LPA members, thanks for all the kind words today. The Board appreciates hearing from you all.

See you on the Courts!!

Ron O’Blenis                                                                                                                                                for the LPA Board