Fourth of July Parade-July 4, 2024

The 2024 Fourth of July parade started off a little rainy, but thousands of Norwood residents still turned out to celebrate our country's independence. This year's Grand Marshall was former … Continue reading Fourth of July Parade-July 4, 2024

Share Your 4th of July Parade Photos

Happy 4th of July! Norwood's 4th of July parade has a long, and fascinating history, and we would like to collect photos from as many parades as possible for our … Continue reading Share Your 4th of July Parade Photos

Norwood Honors Its Veterans-November 11, 2019

🕊️ Veterans Day in Norwood: A 2019 Commemoration of Service and Memory On November 11, 2019, Norwood marked Veterans Day with a series of solemn and celebratory events that reflected … Continue reading Norwood Honors Its Veterans-November 11, 2019

Honoring Norwood’s Veterans

Norwood has a long history of proud military service, going back as far as the Colonial Wars, and the town and townspeople have done an excellent job of paying tribute … Continue reading Honoring Norwood’s Veterans

November 27, 2011-Holiday Extravaganza Kicks Off Season

This November 27th, Norwood’s Recreation Department will be holding their annual Holiday Extravaganza on the Common Green, from 1:30-4:30, where the Hobday Tree will be christened with lights and an … Continue reading November 27, 2011-Holiday Extravaganza Kicks Off Season

World War II Reenactor Injured During Fourth of July Parade-July 5, 2011

A World War II reenactor was injured in the Fourth of July parade.

Walter J. Dempsey Memorial Bandstand Dedication Ceremony-October 2, 1993

Walter J. Dempsey Memorial Bandstand Dedication Ceremony-This Day In Norwood History-October 2, 1993

World War II Bombers to Land at Norwood Airport as Part of Airborne Museum Tour-August 15, 1991

The Collings Foundation will bring a rare, airworthy B-24 Liberator and a B-17 Flying Fortress to Norwood Airport for a public three-day exhibition from August 25–27.

Thousands Turn Out for Summerfest “Italian Night” on the Common-August 15, 1985

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.

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.