Norwood Conservation Commission Approves Father McAleer Playground Soccer Fields-July 17, 1985

With $110,000 in Town Meeting funding secured, the Recreation Department plans to complete the project within a year while creating new wetlands.

Norwood Recreation Department Announces Fourth Session Class Rosters for Summer Programs-July 31, 1980

The Norwood Recreation Department published complete enrollment lists for swimming and tennis classes across municipal pools and school courts for the fourth session running through August 15, 1980

Norwood Announces Full Summer Recreation Schedule-July 5, 1980

The Norwood Recreation Department published its complete schedule and student rosters for the July 1980 summer session, covering hundreds of local youth in swimming and tennis.

Leaglized Vandalism-August 13, 1976

Overcoming weather delays from Hurricane Belle, the Norwood Recreation Department's fourth annual carnival at Junior High South raised over $600 for muscular dystrophy through games, food, and attractions like a custom surf machine and a car-smashing booth.

Recreation Department Fields July Athletic Programs-June 18, 1974

Civic Center Finalizes Plans for Independence Day Mini-Marathon and Legion Field Boxing Tournaments The recreation department has finalized a diverse summer athletic slate, locking in a community boxing tournament alongside … Continue reading Recreation Department Fields July Athletic Programs-June 18, 1974

Norwood Tennis Program Set to Train 1,000 New Players-August 7, 1972

Surging in popularity under Recreation Superintendent Kevin Dixon and instructor Anne Turchan, Norwood's free summer tennis program is on track to train over 1,000 new players.

Student holding university acceptance letter among study books and notes

Almost 50% of Graduates Head To College-July 10, 1969

The Norwood High School guidance department released a significant report on July 10, 1969, detailing the educational future of the school’s 419 graduates. The data revealed that approximately 45 percent … Continue reading Almost 50% of Graduates Head To College-July 10, 1969

To Conduct Swimming Lessons at Hawes-This Day in Norwood History-June 13, 1950

Summer is just around the corner, and Norwood is getting ready to beat the heat! The Recreation Department has announced a complete summer swimming program at Hawes Brook Pool, but eager residents have only a strict two-day window to secure their spots.