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Tag: Temple Shaare Tefilah

February 6, 2023October 1, 2026 lauriekearney Ethnic History, Norwood's Neighborhoods, South Norwood

Dean Street to Oolah Avenue

The Temple building today is home to a business (photo: Google Street View) Temple Shaare Tefilah โ€“ 935 Washington Street Although this building is located about a quarter of a … Continue reading Dean Street to Oolah Avenue

May 15, 1983May 12, 2026 georgenhs 1980s, In Memoriam, This Day In Norwood History

In Memoriam: Louis Orent, 94, Founder of Orent Brothers Clothing Store-May 15, 1983

Louis Orent, a pioneering figure in New England retail and a beloved member of the Norwood community, passed away Friday in Hollywood, Florida, at the age of 94. Known widely … Continue reading In Memoriam: Louis Orent, 94, Founder of Orent Brothers Clothing Store-May 15, 1983

August 8, 1973August 6, 2026 georgenhs Board of Selectmen, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Selectmen Set Public Hearing for Westwood Xaverian Brothers High School Beano License Dispute-August 8, 1973

Facing protests from local civic and veterans groups concerned over unfair competition, Norwood selectmen reviewed a beano license granted to Westwood's Xaverian Brothers High School for games at the Norwood Armory.

August 31, 1966August 30, 2026 georgenhs Religion, This Day In Norwood History

Temple Shaare Tefilah Prepares for Historic Weekend Dedication and Relocation-August 31, 1966

556 Nichols Street, currently the Jain Center. After months of anticipation, Temple Shaare Tefilah is putting the finishing touches on its brand-new house of worship located at 556 Nichols Street, … Continue reading Temple Shaare Tefilah Prepares for Historic Weekend Dedication and Relocation-August 31, 1966

September 1, 1965August 31, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

New Rabbi For Temple Shaare Tefilah-September 1, 1965

This Day In Norwood History-September 1, 1965-New Rabbi For Temple Shaare Tefilah

October 8, 1948October 7, 2026 georgenhs Churches, This Day In Norwood History, Town Government

Ask Hebrew Section At Cemetery-This Day In Norwood History-October 8, 1948

This is the section of Highland Cemetery referred to in the article. Temple Shaare Tefilah erected a statue of the burning bush a few years ago. The Board of Selectmen … Continue reading Ask Hebrew Section At Cemetery-This Day In Norwood History-October 8, 1948

November 3, 1924October 9, 2026 georgenhs Churches, Religion, This Day In Norwood History

Cornerstone Laid For Norwood’s First Synagogue-This Day In Norwood History-November 3, 1924

Cornerstone Laid For Norwood's First Synagogue-This Day In Norwood History-November 3, 1924

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