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

Norwood Elks Wins National Award for Americanism-August 17, 1982

The Norwood Lodge of Elks captured second place nationally and first in Massachusetts for its 1981-82 Americanism program, featuring Flag Day events, school art projects, and patriotic billboards.

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.

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

Kiwanis Show Of Progress Opens Today At Armory-November 15, 1962

ONE OF THE MANY interesting exhibits at the Norwood Kiwanis Club's Show of Progress opening today at the Norwood Armory is this display showing communication developments for the space age. … Continue reading Kiwanis Show Of Progress Opens Today At Armory-November 15, 1962

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

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

Camp Fire Girls Family Night Banquet-February 11, 1955

Local Camp Fire Girls held a Family Night banquet at Holman Hall on Monday night with a capacity audience In attendance. The girls who lighted candles for the feast were … Continue reading Camp Fire Girls Family Night Banquet-February 11, 1955

Kiwanis Club Boxing at Norwood Theater-This Day in Norwood History-June 4, 1953

Kiwanis Club Packs Norwood Theatre for Annual Sports Show; Junior High Boxers Highlight the Card The Norwood Theatre was filled to capacity Tuesday night as sports fans from across town … Continue reading Kiwanis Club Boxing at Norwood Theater-This Day in Norwood History-June 4, 1953

Kiwanis Club Sets June 2 for Big Sports & Stage Show-May 21, 1953

Final preparations are underway for one of the most colorful and entertaining evenings of the season as the Norwood Kiwanis Club completes arrangements for its Second Annual Sports and Stage … Continue reading Kiwanis Club Sets June 2 for Big Sports & Stage Show-May 21, 1953