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January 30, 2023August 20, 2026 lauriekearney Christian Hill, Social Groups, Uncategorized, Walking Tour

76 Day Street – The Masonic Temple

Masonic Temple circa 1917 The Masonic Temple today. (photo by LLKearney) Built is 1916, it is an excellent example of classic Greek Revival style for a public building. It is … Continue reading 76 Day Street – The Masonic Temple

August 22, 1980August 22, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Kiwanis Leader Chester “Chet” Plasko Spearheads “Communication Through Food” Campaign-August 22, 1980

Norwood News & Book Shop proprietor Chester Plasko is leading New England Kiwanis clubs in a year-long fundraising campaign using piggy banks to support Heifer Project International.

October 12, 1979October 12, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Elks Announce Plans for Major $600,000 New Lodge Facility-October 12, 1979

Facing growing membership and outdated facilities, the Norwood Elks propose a $500,000 to $600,000 two-story expansion on their Winslow Avenue grounds.

October 6, 1975October 6, 2026 georgenhs Community Events, This Day In Norwood History

Kiwanis-Rotary “Jail Day” Brings Kangaroo Court to Town Common-October 6, 1975

Dressed in colonial militia gear and Dolly Madison dresses, Norwood civic groups host a humorous kangaroo court and parade for a Bicentennial Jail Day fundraiser.

September 26, 1963September 17, 2026 georgenhs Social Groups, This Day In Norwood History

Father Installs Son As Master Of Masons-September 26, 1963

Father Installs Son As Master Of Masons-This Day In Norwood History-September 26, 1963

February 1, 1962August 20, 2026 georgenhs Social Groups, This Day In Norwood History

Order of Rainbow Girls Installed-This Day in Norwood History-February 1, 1962

INSTALLED — The Order of Rainbow for Girls held an impressive installation ceremony at Masonic Temple last Tuesday night. Installed as officers for the ensuing term were (left to right) … Continue reading Order of Rainbow Girls Installed-This Day in Norwood History-February 1, 1962

April 27, 1961August 20, 2026 georgenhs Social Groups, This Day In Norwood History

Masonic Lodge To Observe Centennial-This Day in Norwood History-April 27, 1961

Excerpt from the original hand-written document, written by Secretary J.P. Jordan during the first meeting on February 4, 1861. A three-part celebration of the 100th anniversary of Orient Lodge A. … Continue reading Masonic Lodge To Observe Centennial-This Day in Norwood History-April 27, 1961

Norwood Masonic Temple
September 27, 1917September 17, 2026 georgenhs Social Groups, This Day In Norwood History

Masonic Temple Dedicated-This Day in Norwood History-September 27, 1917

Masonic Temple Dedicated-This Day in Norwood History- September 27, 1917

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