Aug. 1

Putin’s War: His Motives, Claims, and Lies

Morrill Memorial Library

7 p.m.

In this presentation, you will learn the story of Putin’s rise to power and learn interesting facts about Russian propaganda and politics. Audience members will be invited to participate in a Q&A. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

Aug. 2

Sensory-friendly Art Classes for Adults

Morrill Memorial Library

10:30 a.m.

Morrill Memorial Library is partnering with Norwood-based Lifeworks Inc to bring a series of art classes called Sensory-friendly Art Classes for adults. Each week, Ms. Stephanie will guide participants to create one-of-a-kind art projects, often utilizing recycled/repurposed materials and items found in nature. Open to 18 and over. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

Adult Trivia Night -- ‘How Did You Know That?’ Edition

Morrill Memorial Library (Virtual)

7 p.m.

Test your knowledge by answering 60 trivia questions (four rounds of 15) created by librarian and trivia host extraordinaire Kat Lewin. Recruit some teammates or play solo--the choice is yours! Be prepared to answer a hodgepodge of general knowledge trivia questions. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

Aug. 4

F. Holland Day House Guided Tour

93 Day St.

1-3 p.m.

Fred Holland Day, noted photographer, publisher, historian, and philanthropist, lived in the house until his death in 1933. Originally built in the Second Empire style in 1859, the Day family completely renovated the house in the early 1890s.

The current exhibit features prints of Fred Day's photography, original books from his publishing firm, Copeland & Day, and copies of handwritten genealogies he compiled about Norwood's founding families, which have never been displayed to the public. Fred Day also preserved many artifacts that are significant pieces of Norwood history, such as Norwood's first public library and first post office, which we have on display. 

Concerts on the Common

Town Common

6:30-8:30 p.m. 

Portrait in Jazz brings a musical spin to the Town Common! Bring chairs, blankets, even a picnic and enjoy!

Aug. 5

Carillon Concert

Town Common

6:30-7:30 p.m.

Jess Ip will be performing. Best listening spots are on the Town Common or in the upper parking lot behind the Town Hall off Central Street. Tours of the bell tower are available after most concerts. Best to bring a lawn chair to relax and fully enjoy the performance. Rain or shine.

Aug. 6

Norwood Farmers Market

Town Common 

12-4 p.m.

NOTE THE CHANGE IN THE SCHEDULE! Due to National Night Out, the Norwood Farmers Market hours will be 12-4 p.m. in order allow time for breakdown and setup for National Night Out. The market will still provide the best selection around for vegetables, fruit, bakery items, fish, meat, specialty foods, and non-profit organizations, artisans, and more! There will be games for the kids and music.

National Night Out

Norwood Town Common

5-8 p.m.

Norwood Police will be hosting this community-partnership event. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to meet the Norwood Police Department. There will be plenty of family fun with cruiser demonstrations, motorcycles, prizes, ice cream, pizza, and more!

50 Hikes in Eastern Massachusetts

Morrill Memorial Library (Virtual)

7 p.m.

In this first edition guide, Madeline Bilis, author of 50 Hikes in Massachusetts, shares her years of outdoors experience in the Boston area, providing 50 hikes for people of all skill and experience levels. While the Berkshires tend to get all recognition when it comes to hiking in Massachusetts, the eastern part of the state is packed with treasures for lovers of the outdoors. From the rocky ledges of the Blue Hills Reservation to the sandy stretches of the Cape Cod National Seashore, incredible trails and vistas abound in this varied region. In addition to stunning natural views, you’ll delight in discovering dozens of small towns, cultural attractions, and historical sites during your adventures around Boston and the Cape. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

Aug. 7

Summerfest Concert

Town Common

6:30-8:30 p.m.

PanNeubean Steel brings some cool vibes to the Town Common! Summerfest nights should be on everyone’s summer schedule!

Aug. 8

George Henry Morse House Open House

1285 Washington St.

3-7 p.m.

Drop by to visit and enjoy light refreshments in the ambience of a home built circa 1868. Some areas of the home date to the late 17th century as well. Hosted by the Norwood Historical Commission. FREE and open to the public.

Pop-Up Library Card Sign Up

George Henry Morse House

1285 Washington St.

4-6 p.m.

The Morrill Memorial Library is holding a pop-up library card sign-up drive concurrently with the George Henry Morse House Open House!

Author Talk: Kirsten Miller

Morrill Memorial Library

7 p.m.

Kirsten Miller’s book, Lula Dean›s Little Library of Banned Books, is a provocative, humorous satire about a small Southern town, a battle over banned books, and a little lending library that changes everything. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

Aug. 9

Sensory-Friendly Art Classes for Adults

Morrill Memorial Library

10:30 a.m.

Morrill Memorial Library is partnering with Norwood-based Lifeworks Inc to bring a series of art classes called Sensory-friendly Art Classes for Adults. Each week, participants will create one-of-a-kind art projects, often utilizing recycled/repurposed materials and items found in nature. Open to ages 18 and up. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

Aug. 10

Blessings Boutique Thrift Shop

First Baptist Church, 71 Bond St.

10 a.m.-noon

There are so many wonderful items at the thrift shop, and, at such great bargain prices! Visit and pick up some clothes, jewelry, shoes, kitchen items, books, decorations, and so much more!

Aug. 11

Concerts on the Common

Town Common

6:30-8:30 p.m. 

A visit for some music on the Town Common should unveil some familiar faces as the Norwood High School Alumni Jazz Band performs. Bring chairs, blankets, even a picnic and enjoy!

Aug. 12

Monday Movie Matinee

Morrill Memorial Library

1 p.m.

Morrill Memorial Library continues its Monday Movie Matinee film series. Today’s movie is ‘The Marsh King’s Daughter,’ (R). A woman is called to the home of her estranged father to speak with the police about his disappearance. When new information about her mother comes out, she decides to drop everything and find out who was responsible for her kidnapping. The path will take her down a haunting reminder of her past. 

Cast: Daisy Ridley, Ben Mendelsohn, Garrett Hedlund, Gil Birmingham, Caren Pistorius. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

 Carillon Concert

Town Common

6:30-7:30 p.m.

Jennifer Herrmann will be performing. Best listening spots are on the Town Common or in the upper parking lot behind the Town Hall off Central Street. Tours of the bell tower are available after most concerts. Best to bring a lawn chair to relax and fully enjoy the performance. Rain or shine.

Aug. 13

Women’s Business Networking Meeting

Norwood Civic Center

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 Farmers Market

Town Common 

2-6 p.m. 

It’s Farmers Market Day! Visit the market and join in on giveaways and special events! Of course, the Town Common is also filled with so many vendors to shop for vegetables, fruit, bakery items, fish, meat, specialty foods, and non-profit organizations, artisans, and more!

How to Improve Your Recycling Efforts

Morrill Memorial Library (Virtual)

2 p.m. 

Julia Greene, Municipal Assistance Coordinator from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, will discuss how to cut down on waste and how to recycle correctly. Julia will give practical advice on how you can improve your efforts to reduce, re-use, and recycle in your day-to-day life in order to make a positive impact on the environment. Bring your questions as there will be time for Q&A too. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

Aug. 14

OneUp Games - Open Play Video Games

Morrill Memorial Library

4 p.m.

Join One Up Games at the library for an open video game play with VR! One Up Games will bring next-gen consoles and gaming monitors so they can play popular video games along with a mixture of classic and retro ones. Kids who are 8 and over will also be able to play with their VR system. This program allows kids to play what they wish, with the freedom to move to any system and play any game they want! For ages 6 and up. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

OneUp Games - Open Play Video Games

Morrill Memorial Library

5:30 p.m.

Join One Up Games at the library for an open video game play with VR! One Up Games will bring next-gen consoles and gaming monitors so they can play popular video games along with a mixture of classic and retro ones. Kids who are 8 and over will also be able to play with their VR system. This program allows kids to play what they wish, with the freedom to move to any system and play any game they want! For ages 6 and up. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

Summerfest Concert

Town Common

6:30-8:30 p.m.

Take a musical step back in time with Stoptime Revue! Summerfest nights should be on everyone’s summer schedule!

Aug. 15

Age Well with HESSCO

Morrill Memorial Library

6:30 p.m.

As we age, there is a new lifestyle to navigate, medical help to seek, and many other future considerations to account for. We are bound to have many questions about the resources available in the community that will help us age well in place. A representative from HESSCO explains the long-term services HESSCO offers for older adults and adults with disabilities. For more information, visit www.hessco.org. Open to all aged 18+. Registration is required. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

Aug. 16

Sensory-Friendly Art Classes for Adults

Morrill Memorial Library

10:30 a.m.

Morrill Memorial Library is partnering with Norwood-based Lifeworks Inc to bring a series of art classes called Sensory-friendly Art Classes for Adults. Each week, participants will create one-of-a-kind art projects, often utilizing recycled/repurposed materials and items found in nature. Open to ages 18 and up. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

Aug. 18

Ice Cream Social, Family-Friendly Self-Guided House Tour & ScavengerHunt

F. Holland Day House 93 Day St.

1-3 p.m.

This family-friendly tour explores the incredible historic house room-by-room. Learn more about Norwood's history, while searching for items on the scavenger hunt list. The fun continues outside with face painting and delicious Ice cream.

Concerts on the Common

Town Common

6:30-8:30 p.m. 

The SOS Swing Band performs the big hits on the Common! Bring chairs, blankets, even a picnic and enjoy!

Aug. 19

Carillon Concert

Town Common

6:30-7:30 p.m.

Wesley Arai will be performing. Best listening spots are on the Town Common or in the upper parking lot behind the Town Hall off Central Street. Tours of the bell tower are available after most concerts. Best to bring a lawn chair to relax and fully enjoy the performance. Rain or shine.

Aug. 20

Norwood Farmers Market

Town Common 

2-6 p.m. 

It’s midsummer, and the Farmers Market is in full swing! With even more vendors than last year, shop for vegetables, fruit, bakery items, fish, meat, specialty foods, and discover non-profit organizations, artisans, and more! It’s a different market each week! Also, many items and entertainment for the kids!

Aug. 21

Turn the Page Book Group: ‘Lady in the Lake’

Morrill Memorial Library

10 a.m.

Join Patty Bailey and other local readers for a friendly and informal discussion, of Lady in the Lake, a novel written by Laura Lippman.

In 1966, Baltimore is a city of secrets that everyone seems to know--everyone, that is, except Madeline “Maddie” Schwartz. Last year, she was a happy, even pampered housewife. This year, she’s bolted from her marriage of almost 20 years, determined to make good on her youthful ambitions to live a passionate, meaningful life. Copies of the book in regular, large print and audio are available at the circulation desk. New members always welcome! To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

Turn the Page Book Group: ‘Lady in the Lake’

Morrill Memorial Library (Virtual)

6:30 p.m.

Join Patty Bailey and other local readers for a friendly and informal discussion, of Lady in the Lake, a novel written by Laura Lippman.

In 1966, Baltimore is a city of secrets that everyone seems to know--everyone, that is, except Madeline “Maddie” Schwartz. Last year, she was a happy, even pampered housewife. This year, she’s bolted from her marriage of almost 20 years, determined to make good on her youthful ambitions to live a passionate, meaningful life. Copies of the book in regular, large print and audio are available at the circulation desk. New members always welcome! To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

Author Talk: “Summer Scares:”

Morrill Memorial Library (Virtual)

7 p.m.

Join a talk with Rachel Harrison, author of Such Sharp Teeth, and Emily C. Hughes, author of Horror for Weenies: Everything You Need to Know About the Films You›re Too Scared to Watch. As part of this year’s “Summer Scares” series by Ashland and Boxborough Public Libraries, authors Rachel Harrison and Emily C. Hughes discuss gateways into the horror genre and how intertwined horror is with popular culture. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

The Indigenous Old World: An Exploration of Pre-Colombian North America

Morrill Memorial Library

7 p.m.

Explore the worlds of the Indigenous peoples of North America before European colonization. North America was a place filled with cities, towns, and villages. Across the continent, Indigenous peoples produced architecture and monumental construction. The ancient and medieval communities of North America were fed by agriculture. Moreover, Indigenous Americans actively managed their environment and participated in long distance exchange networks. This talk will be led by Christoph Strobel, Department Chair and Professor of History at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. He is the author of War and Colonization in the Early American Northeast; Native Americans of New England; and The Global Atlantic: 1400 to 1900. He has published many other books and academic papers. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

Summerfest Concert

Town Common

6:30-8:30 p.m.

Slapback will have the entire common hopping! Summerfest nights should be on everyone’s summer schedule!

Norwood Family Flick 

Norwood High School Lawn

Sundown

Bring chairs, blankets, snacks, and even a picnic dinner and enjoy a fun family movie night under the stars. Movie will be family friendly. Parking available at the high school. FREE!

Aug. 22

Sensory-Friendly Lego Club for Adults

Morrill Memorial Library

1 p.m.

Join the L.E.A.D. students in this creative adventure. Just bring your imagination, the library will provide the Legos. The Club is free, inclusive, and open to anyone ages 18+. It is specially designed for adults with different levels of abilities. Registration is required. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

Author Talk: “The Truth According to Ember”

Morrill Memorial Library (Virtual)

7 p.m.

Debut romance author, Danica Nava, will talk about her book, The Truth According to Ember--in which a Chickasaw woman who can’t catch a break serves up a little white lie that snowballs into much more. Ember Lee Cardinal has not always been a liar, but when her resume is rejected for the thirty-seventh time, she gets “creative” with her qualifications and answers the ethnicity question on applications with a lie--a half-lie, technically. No one wanted Native American Ember... but white Ember has just landed her dream accounting job on Park Avenue (Oklahoma City, that is). Ember thrives in corporate life--and her love life seems to be looking up: Danuwoa Colson, the IT guy and a fellow Native, seems to be interested in her too. Despite her unease over the no-dating policy at work, they start to see each other secretly. But when they’re caught in a compromising position on a work trip, a scheming colleague blackmails Ember, threatening to expose their relationship. As the manipulation continues to grow, so do Ember’s lies. She must make the hard decision to either stay silent or finally tell the truth, which could cost her everything. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

Aug. 23

Sensory-Friendly Art Classes for Adults

Morrill Memorial Library

10:30 a.m.

Morrill Memorial Library is partnering with Norwood-based Lifeworks Inc to bring a series of art classes called Sensory-friendly Art Classes for Adults. Each week, participants will create one-of-a-kind art projects, often utilizing recycled/repurposed materials and items found in nature. Open to ages 18 and up. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

Sensory-Friendly Friday Movie

Morrill Memorial Library

1 p.m.

The August movie in the Sensory-friendly Friday movie series is Disney/Pixar Onward, rated PG. The Morrill Memorial Library and Lifeworks Inc of Norwood partner to bring this program. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

Community Camp Out

Father Mac’s Field

3:30-9 p.m.

Pack your tents, pillows, sleeping bags and enjoy a night out under the stars! Group games, entertainment, s’mores, food trucks and more! For all ages and families. 

Aug. 24

Blessings Boutique Thrift Shop

First Baptist Church, 71 Bond St.

10:00 a.m. - noon  

Fall is right around the corner.  Check out the beautiful clothes for your whole family for the season.  The Thrift Shop is like a mini-department store!

Aug. 25

Concerts on the Common

Town Common

6:30-8:30 p.m. 

Dan Gabel and the Abletones close out the 2024 Concert on the Common musical series. Bring chairs, blankets, even a picnic and enjoy!

Aug. 26

Monday Movie Matinee

Morrill Memorial Library

1 p.m. 

The movie this Monday is ‘She Said,’ (R).

New York Times reporters Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey try to piece together the details of one of the most controversial stories in recent history, one that would help launch the #MeToo movement. Their objective is to find out the truth about the sexual harassment allegations against Hollywood heavyweight Harvey Weinstein. They face the obstacle of no female survivors of the incidents seem to want to go on the record to corroborate their story. Cast: Carey Mulligan, Zoe Kazan, Patricia Clarkson, Andre Braugher, Jennifer Ehle. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Knights of Columbus, 572 Nichols St.

1-6 p.m.

Carillon Concert

Town Common

6:30-7:30 p.m.

John Whiteside will be performing. Best listening spots are on the Town Common or in the upper parking lot behind the Town Hall off Central Street. Tours of the bell tower are available after most concerts. Best to bring a lawn chair to relax and fully enjoy the performance. Rain or shine.

Aug. 27

Women’s Business Networking Meeting

Norwood Civic Center

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 Farmers Market

Town Common 

2-6 p.m. 

The end of the summer delivers many delicious fruits and vegetables grown right here in New England! Why not try a new local vegetable, enjoy the freshest produce and shop for bakery items, fish, meat, specialty foods, non-profit organizations, artisans, and more!

Titles on Tap Book Group

Nappy Tandy’s

7:30 p.m.

This book club meets at Napper Tandy’s in Norwood, in the left-hand-side bar. The August title is yet to be announced. Copies of the book will be available to pick up at the library’s Reference desk. The ebook and audiobook are instantly available through Libby. Titles on Tap is a social book group for readers in their 20s and 30s and for the young at heart. 

Aug. 28

Summerfest Concert

Town Common

6:30-8:30 p.m.

Back in Time closes out the 2024 Summerfest concert series.

Aug. 30

Sensory-Friendly Friday Movie

Morrill Memorial Library

1 p.m.

The August movie in the Sensory-friendly Friday movie series is Disney/Pixar Onward, rated PG. The Morrill Memorial Library and Lifeworks Inc of Norwood partner to bring this program. To register, visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.

Aug. 31

Morrill Memorial Library closed for the Labor Day holiday.