Drawing the largest crowd of the summer, Norwood's Summerfest Italian Night brought thousand of residents to the town common for food, music, and dancing.
Norwood Pays Tribute with Postponed Veterans Day Parade in Unseasonably Warm Weather-November 13, 1984
Approximately 1,000 residents lined Washington Street for Norwood's rescheduled 1984 Veterans Day parade, featuring the state champion Mustang Marching Band and tributes at the Town Common.
Halloween Haunted House Draws 5,300 Visitors and Turns a Profit-November 4, 1983
Drawing 5,300 visitors over eight days, Norwood's inaugural Halloween Haunted House at the F. Holland Day House raised funds for the Historical Society, Arts Council, and student groups.
“The Service Goes On”: Norwood Honors Veterans Day 1982 with Downtown Parade and Inspiring Memorial Speeches-November 12, 1982
Hundreds of residents lined Washington Street for Norwood's 1982 Veterans Day parade, featuring the Mustang Marching Band, 87-year-old WWI veteran J. Addison MacLean, and keynotes on civic contributions.
Several Hundred Brave Chilly 40-Degree Weather for Norwood’s Veterans Day Parade-November 12, 1980
Norwood residents lined Washington Street to watch the Veterans Day parade, featuring the award-winning Mustang Marching Band, veterans' delegations, and ceremonies on the Town Square green led by George Thomas and Ernie Montrond.
1,000 Turn Out for Veterans Day Rites as Leverett Saltonstall and Local Leaders Urge Renewed Patriotism-November 13, 1978
Former U.S. Senator Leverett Saltonstall, Rev. Albert C. Abracinskas, and Legion Commander Eileen Donlan addressed 1,000 residents on the Town Common for Norwood's 1978 Veterans Day ceremonies.
Rain-Delayed July 4th Parade Set-August 28, 1978
Norwood's rain-delayed July Fourth parade marches down Washington Street with 22 bands, floats, and honorary grand marshalls following a successful community fundraising effort.
Fourth of July Concert and Airport Incident-July 4, 1974
The Fourth of July holiday in Norwood was marked by a blend of public celebration and emergency response in 1974. The day’s events included a well-attended musical performance for the … Continue reading Fourth of July Concert and Airport Incident-July 4, 1974
Norwood Airport Centennial Open House Draws Massive Crowds for Balloon Rides and Aviation Exhibits-July 31, 1972
Norwood Airport celebrated the town's centennial with a bustling weekend open house featuring hot air balloons, model airplane contests, and over 1,000 flights.
Norwood’s Centennial Celebration Events Calendar
1872 NORWOOD CENTENNIAL 1972 Official Schedule of Events Saturday, January 15,1972 Grand Opening Norwood Centennial Headquarters in Norwood TownSquare, Start of year-long sale of Centennial Commemorative Sterling BronzeCoins by the … Continue reading Norwood’s Centennial Celebration Events Calendar