Wendell

Town/Cultural Events

Wendell celebrates Old Home Day in August in the center of town. This festival draws residents together for local music, crafts, games, and food. Vendors set up to sell maple syrup, flowers, vegetables, jewelry and other food and crafts. There is also a special celebration to recognize Wendell’s residents’ contributions throughout the year.

Community Garden is approximately an acre of fertile soil in a sunny field at the Town Office Building.  Individual garden plots are available to Wendell residents for free.  However, gardeners are expected to volunteer for several hours per growing season to help keep the “community” parts of the garden (paths, compost piles, etc.) maintained. 

Town Public Library has a playground and basketball court.

Wendell Old Home Days is usually held the second weekend in August in the center of town, featuring local music, crafts, games and food. 

The Outdoors

Wendell State Forest has 7,566 acres of hills, streams, ponds and forest. Ruggles Pond, part of the state forest, offers swimming, boating, and fishing in its crystal clear waters. On the shore is a large ball field, picnic areas, mountain biking trails, and ski trails. There is also a boat ramp at Wickett Pond and the Metacomet-Monadnock Trail runs through the forest.

Fiske Pond Conservation Area 125 acre parcels that has hiking, canoeing, kayaking, and horseback riding.

Local Favorites

Full Moon Coffee House is located in Wendell and is the longest-running non-profit venue in New England. Their monthly concerts benefit various non-profit organizations for which the performances are organized. Another popular venue is Deja Brew Café & Pub, which offers special events and music acts.

Wendell Country Store is open 7 days a week, stop by for coffee, a beer run or for the fabulous company.  They sell milk, eggs, cheese, ice cream, bread and more! 

Real Estate Listings

If you are looking to buy a single family home, land to build your dream home, farm, or second home in Wendell, Mass, click here for the latest list of what is currently on the market. You can also contact Wanda Mooney to learn more about the area and the process of moving.