The Community Calendar was prepared a few weeks before the May publish date. In consideration with the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and state and federal guidelines regarding public gatherings, some of these events may have been postponed or cancelled. It is recommended to call to confirm the event status before attending.

The South Norfolk Mental Illness Family and Friends Support Group will NOT hold its April monthly meeting. Pandemic-related restrictions are still in force.

The South Norfolk Mental Illness Family and Friends Support Group is composed of such families who find mutual support and join together to advocate for their loved ones. For further information call Ray at  508-668-2941.

May 1

32nd Annual Fishing Derby & Rubber Ducky Race

Hawes Pond

The fishing derby will be held 3-5 p.m. Cost is $3 per person (includes hot dog and soda). Registration begins at 2 p.m. Rubber Ducky Race at 4:30 p.m. Cost is $5 per duck (ducks sold 1 week prior to event). Open to ages 15 years old and under. Bring your own fishing pole, bait, chair, etc. Prizes awarded. For more information, email [email protected]. Register at norwoodma.gov/departments/recreation. Held rain or shine.

Reels & Wheels Drive-In

Mercer Parking Lot B

6-9:30 p.m.a

Movie title to be announced. Cost is $20 per car. For online registration, visit norwoodma.gov/departments/recreation. For more information, email [email protected].

May 3

Evanston’s Living History

Morrill Memorial Library (virtual)

7 p.m.

Based on Dudnick’s documentary, “Evanston’s Living History,” the Zoom presentation focuses on the story of a community’s struggle for justice; with roots extending to the town of Abbeville, South Carolina and the horrific lynching of one of its prominent citizens, Anthony Crawford. Follow the lives of Crawford’s descendants and their allies as the fight for the passage of United States Senate Resolution 39, which apologized for the failure of the Senate to enact anti-lynching legislation. Learn about Evanston’s greatest generation, and their courageous fight to free Evanston from the bondage of racial discrimination. The program will not include a showing of the documentary, but you can watch it via Kanopy ahead of time. (Never used Kanopy before? All you need is your library card! Registration is required. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200 x2. 

May 6

Spring 2021 Sustainability Series

Morrill Memorial Library (Virtual)

7 p.m.

This event will be a program with the Norwood Trails Commission. Information was not available at press time, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org for more details.

May 7

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Knights of Columbus Hall, 572 Nichols St.

1-6 p.m.

Kids Night Out

Norwood Civic Center

6-8 p.m.

Parents take a break while the kids enjoy an evening of dinner, sports, games, and more! For grades 1-5. Cost is $15 for residents, $20 for non-residents. For online registration, visit norwoodma.gov/departments/recreation. For more information, email [email protected]. 

May 8

Blessing Boutique Thrift Shop

First Baptist Church, 71 Bond St. (use Walpole St. entrance)

10 a.m.-noon

Honor your mom and other special ladies in your life with our great selection of gifts for Mother’s Day.  Also offer beautiful clothes for the entire family to look your best!

Reels & Wheels Drive-In

Mercer Parking Lot B

6-9:30 p.m.

Movie title to be announced. Cost is $20 per car. For online registration, visit norwoodma.gov/departments/recreation. For more information, email [email protected].

   May 11

Women’s Business Networking Meeting (Zoom)

8 a.m.

The Women’s Business Networking (WBN) group is a non-profit organization for women in business or residents of Norwood and surrounding towns. The group meet two mornings per month and in addition to providing referral business, the women share and support business ideas and community events/fundraisers. If you would like more information about the organization, call 781-799-7068, or email [email protected].

May 14

Kids Night Out

Norwood Civic Center

6-8 p.m.

Parents take a break while the kids enjoy an evening of dinner, sports, games, and more! For grades 1-5. Cost is $15 for residents, $20 for non-residents. For more information, email [email protected]. 

May 15

School of Dance Annual Recital

Norwood High School

The Norwood School of Dance will be performing their 36th Annual Dance Recital.

May 16

Cars, Coffee & Conversation

Boch Exotics, 441 Prov.-High., (Rte 1)

10 a.m.-12 noon

All enthusiasts, fans, and drivers to join for an exciting morning filled with exotic cars, local coffee, and rich conversation. Coffee and breakfast food trucks will be on site during the event. Cash and/or credit cards will be accepted. Register at .facebook.com/Boch-Exotics. 

May 19

Virtual Turn the Page Book Group: “Below Stairs : The Classic Kitchen Maid’s Memoir...”

Morrill Memorial Library

6:30 p.m.

Turn the Page Book Group will be reading “Below Stairs : The Classic Kitchen Maid’s Memoir That Inspired Upstairs, Downstairs and Downton Abbey” by Margaret Powell. Copies of the book in regular print and large print will be available to pick up at the Circulation Desk. For questions, email Patty Bailey at [email protected] or call 781-443-8864. Register at www.norwoodlibrary.org. 

May 22

Blessing Boutique Thrift Shop

First Baptist Church, 71 Bond St. (use Walpole St. entrance)

10 a.m.-noon

So many things for you to choose from - great clothes and purses, household items, tableware, books, and lots more.  Come have a look!

Reels & Wheels Drive-In

Mercer Parking Lot B

6-9:30 p.m.

Movie title to be announced. Cost is $20 per car. For online registration, visit norwoodma.gov/departments/recreation. For more information, email [email protected].

May 25

Women’s Business Networking Meeting (Zoom)

8 a.m.

The Women’s Business Networking (WBN) group is a non-profit organization for women in business or residents of Norwood and surrounding towns. The group meet two mornings per month and in addition to providing referral business, the women share and support business ideas and community events/fundraisers. If you would like more information about the organization, call 781-799-7068, or email [email protected].

Titles on Tap Book Group

Morrill Memorial Library (Virtual)

7:30 p.m.

The May title has yet to be announced, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org. Titles on Tap is a social book group for readers in their 20s and 30s and for the young at heart. We go in for stories that are shaken, not stirred.

May 29

Reels & Wheels Drive-In

Mercer Parking Lot B

6-9:30 p.m.

Movie title to be announced. Cost is $20 per car. For online registration, visit norwoodma.gov/departments/recreation. For more information, email [email protected].