The Community Calendar was prepared a few weeks before the August 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. 

Aug. 1

Concert on the Common

Norwood Town Common

6 p.m.

The South Eastern Massachusetts Community Concert Band will be entertaining on the Town Common.

Aug. 2

Take & Make: Summer Crafts

Morrill Memorial Library

All Day - Aug 2, 9 & 16

Families can pick up prepared materials to create a fun, easy craft! Crafts are geared to preschool aged children but are fun for slightly older kids too! Please register for the number of kits you need. Due to high demand, materials will be held for registered patrons until the following Monday. If registered patrons do not pick up their crafts within the week, the materials will be made available to people on the waiting list. Please be sure you receive a confirmation of your registration before you pick up your materials. Call the library at 781-463-0146 if you have questions.

5 Alive : Take Home Sensory Kits for Toddlers

Morrill Memorial Library

All Day - Every Monday

Families with young children can register to receive a fun kit with materials that promote sensory exploration and skill development. Each week’s kit will come with all the materials you need for 3 or 4 different activities and a set of instructions. Families must register EVERY SINGLE WEEK for the number of kits they need. Please be sure you receive confirmation of your registration before you pick up your kit. Due to high demand, kits will be reserved for registered patrons between Monday and Saturday. After Saturday, any kits that have not been picked up will be made available to people on the waiting list. Questions? Call the library at 781-769-0200 or email the staff at [email protected].

Aug. 4

Pop-Up Library

Hawes Pool, 

11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Pop-Up Library is back! Get outside and join the traveling library of kids books at different Norwood public schools this summer. Every Wednesday, the Pop-Up Library will be available for kids and families to browse and checkout books outside. Bring your library card.

Summerfest Concert

Town Common

7 p.m.

The PanNubean Steel Band brings its likely music to Norwood!

Aug. 5

Eucharistic Adoration

St. Catherine of Siena Chapel, 547 Washington St.

7 a.m.-5 p.m. 

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is available every Thursday in the chapel. “Can you watch with me for 1 Hour?” (Matthew 26:40).

Outdoor Story Time

Bond St. Tot Lot

10 a.m.

Story Time is BACK! Meet the Children’s Room staff at the field next to the Bond Street Tot Lot for some stories, songs, and movement. We’ll bring the books and the PA system, you bring the kids and the blankets to sit on. This program is geared toward toddlers and preschoolers but older and younger siblings are welcome! Let’s get back to reading stories and having a good time together. For ages 5 and under. Weather permitting. No registration required.

Virtual Craft Connection

Morrill Memorial Library-Virtual

7 p.m.

Join in for the monthly first Thursday Virtual Craft Connection. Video chat while you craft so we can show off our latest projects and stay in touch (via Zoom). Please email Liz at [email protected] with any questions.

Mental Illness Family & Friends Support Group Meeting

28 Rockwood Dr. (Rte. 115), Norfolk

7 p.m.

The organization would appreciate the cooperation of all in observing the Covid-19 precaution of wearing a mask while indoors during the meeting. Mental illness is a label for a variety of diseases of the brain. Often it strikes in late adolescence, devastating the afflicted person and the family. 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.

Aug. 6

Eucharistic Adoration

St. Catherine of Siena Chapel, 547 Washington St

6 p.m.-6:30 a.m.. 

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is available for an All Night Vigil. “Can you watch with me for 1 Hour?” (Matthew 26:40).

Aug. 8

Concert on the Common

Norwood Town Common

6 p.m.

The Westwood Swing Band returns with their favorite big band hits.

Aug. 9

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Knights of Columbus Hall, 572 Nichols St.

1-6 p.m.

Aug. 10

Women’s Business Networking Meeting (Zoom)

Norwood Town Common

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].

Aug. 11

Pop-Up Library

Carol Poirier Village Center, 82 Roosevelt Ave.

11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Pop-Up Library is back! Get outside and join the traveling library of kids books at different Norwood public schools this summer. Every Wednesday, the Pop-Up Library will be available for kids and families to browse and checkout books outside. Bring your library card.

Adult Pop-Up Library @ Summerfest 2021

Town Common

5:15-6:45 p.m.

The Morrill Memorial Library’s Adult Services department has launched an adult pop-up on the Town Common at Summerfest 2021! Looking for a great way to pass the time while you stake out your spot for the concert? Come and browse a selection of fiction, non-fiction, genre works, graphic novels, and more that you can check out on the spot. Or, stop by to chat and learn more about upcoming programs and what’s happening at the Library this fall. No library card? No problem! Librarians will be on hand to help you sign up for a card.

Summerfest Concert

Town Common

7 p.m.

Southbound Train will have the Common Rockin!

Norwood Toastmasters

Zoom Meeting

6:45 p.m.

The Norwood Toastmasters is dedicated to improving public speaking and leadership skills. They are currently meeting online via ZOOM. For log in, [email protected]. For more information, visit https://norwoodtoastmaster.toastmastersclubs.org/.

Aug. 12

Eucharistic Adoration

St. Catherine of Siena Chapel, 547 Washington St.

7 a.m.-5 p.m. 

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is available every Thursday in the chapel. “Can you watch with me for 1 Hour?” (Matthew 26:40).

Outdoor Story Time

Bond St. Tot Lot

10 a.m.

Story Time is BACK! Meet the Children’s Room staff at the field next to the Bond Street Tot Lot for some stories, songs, and movement. We’ll bring the books and the PA system, you bring the kids and the blankets to sit on. This program is geared toward toddlers and preschoolers but older and younger siblings are welcome! Let’s get back to reading stories and having a good time together. For ages 5 and under. Weather permitting. No registration required.

Aug. 14

Blessing Boutique Thrift Shop

First Baptist Church, 71 Bond St.

10 a.m.-12 noon

Get ready to outfit the kids and teens so they’ll go back to school in style. Plus household items, books, odds and ends. If you have some things you’d like to donate at home, bring them in with you!  Especially looking for gently used kitchen items.

Aug. 15

Concert on the Common

Norwood Town Common

6 p.m.

The Tom Nutile Big Band delivers big sounds to Norwood!

Aug. 18

Turn the Page Book Group-The Wonder Boy of Whistle Stop

Morrill Memorial Library-Virtual

10 a.m.

Turn the Page Book Group will be reading “The Wonder Boy of Whistle Stop” by Fannie Flagg. The group will meet virtually via Zoom. Copies of the book in regular print and large print will be available to pick up at the library circulation desk. Also available on Libby and Hoopla. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org. Email Patty Bailey if you have any questions, [email protected] or call 781-443-8864.

Adult Pop-Up Library @ Summerfest 2021

Town Common

5:15-6:45 p.m.

The Morrill Memorial Library’s Adult Services department has launched an adult pop-up on the Town Common at Summerfest 2021! Looking for a great way to pass the time while you stake out your spot for the concert? Come and browse a selection of fiction, non-fiction, genre works, graphic novels, and more that you can check out on the spot. Or, stop by to chat and learn more about upcoming programs and what’s happening at the Library this fall. No library card? No problem! Librarians will be on hand to help you sign up for a card.

Turn the Page Book Group-The Wonder Boy of Whistle Stop

Morrill Memorial Library-Virtual

6:30 p.m.

Turn the Page Book Group will be reading “The Wonder Boy of Whistle Stop” by Fannie Flagg. The group will meet virtually via Zoom. Copies of the book in regular print and large print will be available to pick up at the library circulation desk. Also available on Libby and Hoopla. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org. Email Patty Bailey if you have any questions, [email protected] or call 781-443-8864.

Summerfest Concert

Town Common

7 p.m.

The Veronica Robles All Female Mariachi Band is the only festive way to close out the 2021 Summerfest Concert series!

Aug. 19

Eucharistic Adoration

St. Catherine of Siena Chapel, 547 Washington St.

7 a.m.-5 p.m. 

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is available every Thursday in the chapel. “Can you watch with me for 1 Hour?” (Matthew 26:40).

Aug. 22

Concert on the Common

Norwood Town Common

6 p.m.

The Oberlaendler Hofbrau Band comes back to share delightful German music.

Aug. 24

Women’s Business Networking Meeting (Zoom)

Norwood Town Common

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].

Norwood Toastmasters

Zoom Meeting

6:45 p.m.

The Norwood Toastmasters is dedicated to improving public speaking and leadership skills. They are currently meeting online via ZOOM. For log in, [email protected]. For more information, visit https://norwoodtoastmaster.toastmastersclubs.org/.

Titles on Tap Book Group

Morrill Memorial Library-Zoom

7:30 p.m.

The August title has yet to be announced at press time. Titles on Tap is a social book group for readers in their 20s and 30s and for the young at heart. Visit their website and follow @titlesontap to learn more.

Aug. 26

Eucharistic Adoration

St. Catherine of Siena Chapel, 547 Washington St.

7 a.m.-5 p.m. 

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is available every Thursday in the chapel. “Can you watch with me for 1 Hour?” (Matthew 26:40).

Aug. 28

Blessing Boutique Thrift Shop

First Baptist Church, 71 Bond St.

10 a.m.-12 noon

Get ready for all your fall clothing needs. Great clothes - great prices. If you want to change things up a bit in your home for the fall, this is the place. 

Aug. 29

Ron Marshalsea Scholarship Whiffle Ball Tournament

Elks Field, 152 Winslow Ave.

1 -8 p.m.

This is the 1st. Annual Whiffle Ball Tournament! 5 person teams, $100 per team. Send check or cash to: Susan Jacobs Marshalsea, Venmo @ronmarshalseascholarship by Aug. 10. For ages 5 and up. No athletic background needed!

Concert on the Common

Norwood Town Common

6 p.m.

Dan Gabel and the Abletones close out the 2021 Concert on the Common music series.

Aug. 31

Norwood Evening Garden Club

First Baptist Church, Parish House, 71 Bond St.

6:45 p.m.

The Garden Club meets on the last Tuesday of the month. New members – at all levels of gardening – are always welcome. For more information about the Club, go to http://www.NorwoodEveningGardenClub.com. A small donation is requested of guests.