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Tag: Recreation Department

November 27, 2011July 19, 2026 georgenhs Public Event, This Day In Norwood History

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

October 8, 2010October 7, 2026 georgenhs Arts and Culture, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Civic Center is Revamped-October 8, 2010

The renovated Norwood Civic Center opened its doors to the public this week. A newly renovated Norwood Civic Center opened its doors to the public this week after $25,000 worth … Continue reading Norwood Civic Center is Revamped-October 8, 2010

September 12, 1990September 10, 2026 georgenhs Norwood Recreation, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Selectmen Vote 3-2 to Study Recreational Facility-Sharing Agreement with Westwood-September 12, 1990

Norwood selectmen vote 3-2 to study a reciprocal recreation agreement with Westwood to grant residents indoor pool access in exchange for Civic Center sports use.

September 24, 1984September 18, 2026 georgenhs Civic Association, This Day In Norwood History, Town Buildings

World War II Memorial Civic Center Dedicated on Nahatan Street-September 24, 1984

Town officials and residents dedicate the new World War II Memorial Civic Center on Nahatan Street, transforming the former National Guard armory into a $1.5 million community recreation hub.

June 22, 1981July 19, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Recreation Department Releases Summer Swimming And Tennis Rosters-June 22, 1981

Neighborhood aquatic and court schedules go live with complete youth class lists for the upcoming summer session. | Town History, Youth Recreation, Hawes Pool, Father Mac's Pool

August 26, 1980August 25, 2026 georgenhs Norwood Recreation, This Day In Norwood History

Inaugural Summerfest Concludes Successful 15-Week Run-August 26, 1980

The inaugural Summerfest concert series concluded a successful 15-week run on the town common, while preparations begin for the Labor Day telethon and the upcoming school year.

Aaron Guild School Norwood Mass
July 8, 1980July 19, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Votes $180,000 Civic Center Move-July 8, 1980

Aaron Guild School, 1975 (Colorized by the Norwood Historical Society) The Norwood Town Meeting voted 84-48 last night to appropriate $180,000 to move the Norwood Civic Center to the site … Continue reading Norwood Votes $180,000 Civic Center Move-July 8, 1980

Colorful fireworks bursting in the night sky above a town with stars and crescent moon
July 4, 1974July 19, 2026 georgenhs Public Event, This Day In Norwood History

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

June 18, 1974July 19, 2026 georgenhs Recreation, This Day In Norwood History

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

September 15, 1969September 13, 2026 georgenhs Civic Association, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Community Center Opens Doors for Citizen Recreation Programs Under Director Kevin Dixon-September 15, 1969

The new Norwood Community Center at 820 Washington St. opens its doors under Recreation Director Kevin Dixon, offering slimnastics, dance, swimming, and youth basketball.

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