July 4

NORWOOD’S SPECTACULAR 

4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION!

Children’s Bicycle, Tricycle, Doll Carriage & Historical Character Parade

Norwood Center/Town Common

1 p.m. 

Children are invited to show off their creations in a pre-parade procession down Washington St., to the Town Common. The fee is $1 and each participant will receive a t-shirt and ribbon.

Fourth of July Address

Old Parish Cemetery (rear of 480 Washington St.)

2 p.m.

The address of Frederick Douglass, ‘What to the Slave is the Fourth of July,’ will be recited.

Carillon Concert

Town Common

2:30 p.m.

Norwood’s own Lee Leach and Margaret Angelini of Wellesley College will perform. A tour of the magnificent 50-bell Memorial Carillon will take place during the concert.

4 p.m.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Norwood’s Historic Washington No. 7 Fire Bell.

The ceremony will revive a longstanding local tradition as attendees gather to ring the bell in honor of Independence Day.

Norwood Firecracker 5k Road Race

Town Common

5 p.m.

Enjoy participating or supporting this 5K race that starts just before Norwood’s legendary independence parade! 

Fire Truck, Antique and Military Procession

Washington St., South Norwood through Norwood Center

5:30 p.m.

Fire, emergency and military vehicles and antique cars make their way down the parade route just before the celebrations begin! 

4th of July Parade

Washington St., South Norwood to the Town Common

5:45 p.m.

Norwood’s parade begins at the Coakley Middle School, in South Norwood, travels down Washington St., through Norwood Center and the Town Common and concludes at the Shaw’s Plaza.

______________________________________

July 1

Sensory-Friendly Wednesday Movie

Morrill Memorial Library

9:34 a.m.

The July movie in the Sensory-friendly Thursday Movie series is Universal Pictures’ ‘How to Train Your Dragon,’ rated PG. This is the 2025 live action version.

July 3

Patriotic Rosary

Norwood Town Common (Washington/Nahatan Sts.)

1 p.m.

Pray for the country. Pray for all the souls in each of the 50 states. Pray for the military, past and present, living and dead, police and firefighters, and government officials. Come and sing all of the favorite patriotic songs to honor God and country and give thanks for the American way of life.  In case of rain, the Rosary will be prayed in St. Catherine of Siena Church. If outside, please bring a chair. For more information, call 781-762-4391.

July 5

Sunday Concerts on the Common

Norwood Town Common

6:30 p.m.

The Portrait in Jazz will be kicking off the 2026 Concerts on the Common musical series! Bring chairs, blankets, even a picnic and enjoy!

July 6

Carillon Concert: John Whiteside, performing

Norwood Town Hall

6:30 p.m.

All concerts are rain or shine. 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. Norwood’s Fifty-Bell Memorial Carillon was cast by Gillett and Johnston, Bellfounders, Croydon, England, and, together with the Norwood Memorial Building and Tower, was dedicated on Armistice Day, November 11, 1928. The instrument was a gift to his fellow townspeople from the late Walter F. Tilton, a prominent local banker, and civic leader.

July 7

Norwood Farmers Market

Norwood Town Common

2-6 p.m.

The town common on Tuesdays is the place to be! This year’s market offers more food vendors, more artisans, entertainment, and more! Meet your neighbors, purchase a fresh dinner, and have some fun!

July 9

Sensory-Friendly Thursday Movie

Morrill Memorial Library

1 p.m.

The July movie in the Sensory-Friendly Thursday Movie series is Universal Pictures’ ‘How to Train Your Dragon,’ rated PG. This is the 2025 live action version.

Teen Craft: Felted Carnivorous Plant with Pop Up Art School

Morrill Memorial Library

2 p.m.

Using colorful wool and a special barbed needle, you will sculpt a fun green carnivorous plant complete with fangs and a bright red tongue, all rooted in a real terra-cotta pot. This playful needle felting project is a great introduction to a unique, tactile craft and results in a finished piece that’s equal parts quirky, cute, and display-worthy. For grades 7-12.

Reverse Coloring for Adults: Relax and Create

Morrill Memorial Library

6:30 p.m.

Unwind and tap into your creativity with Reverse Coloring, a fun and relaxing art activity designed for adults! Unlike traditional coloring books, reverse coloring starts with the colors already on the page — your job is to draw the lines. Let the watercolor-style backgrounds inspire your imagination as you add shapes, patterns, or outlines to bring each page to life. Whether you’re an experienced artist or just looking for a mindful way to relax, this stress-free program is for you. All materials will be provided. No art skills needed — just bring your imagination! Open to all aged 18+.

July 10

Sensory-Friendly Art Classes for Adults

Morrill Memorial Library

10:30 a.m.

Join the art instructor Stephanie Enloe for Sensory-Friendly Art Classes for Adults, a program specially designed for adults with different levels of cognitive abilities. 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.  

Fandom Fridays

Morrill Memorial Library

3 p.m.

Do you have a favorite fandom? Want to share your fandom with other teens? Join us every week on Friday afternoons for our Teen Fandom Friday program! Make crafts based around your favorite fandom or character, bring in a favorite piece of fandom memorabilia for show-and-tell, or use our projector to share a slideshow, playlist, piece of artwork, edit, or video from your fandom. Whether it’s Kpop, Pokemon, anime, books, or even your own original characters, all fandoms are welcome here! For grades 7-12. No registration required.

July 11

Blessings Boutique Thrift Shop

First Baptist Church, 71 Bond St.

10 a.m.-12 p.m.

The Boutique is the place to come to find your very own special treasures. It has great items at very reasonable prices.  Come in and take a look.  Their customers love shopping here!!!

Puzzle Race!

Morrill Memorial Library

12:30 p.m.

Love doing puzzles? Want to test your speed against others? Join us for a friendly puzzle face-off against other teams!

How does the race work?

Up to 8 teams will compete, with a maximum of 4 people per team. Feel free to name your team!

Families are welcome to come as a team; children aged 10+ will count as a team member.

One puzzle per team.

Puzzles will be 500 pieces and the design will be the same.

Based on random luck of the draw, teams will get to choose their puzzles.

Race will kick off at 2:30pm and will end at 4pm. Please plan on arriving by 2:20 pm at the latest, so we can start on time.

The team with the most completed puzzle by the end of the race will be the winner, but everyone gets the bragging rights!

This program is free and open to all, but note that the difficulty level of the puzzle design is most suitable for tweens, teens and adults. 

July 12

Concerts on the Common

Town Common

6:30-8:30 p.m. 

One of Norwood’s favorite bands performs again on the common! Welcome back the Roy Scott Big Band! Bring chairs, blankets, even a picnic and enjoy!

July 13

Monday Movie Matinee

Morrill Memorial Library

1 p.m.

If you love movies and want to immerse yourself in unforgettable cinematic experiences, Morrill Memorial Library is the place to be! The movie today is Priscilla (113 mins), Rated R. After bumping into Elvis Presley at a party, teenager Priscilla Beaulieu becomes enamored with the musical icon. Their courtship and consequent marriage change Priscilla’s life. What follows is a tantalizing, turbulent journey of love and fame. Based on the true story of the Presley family, the drama film chronicles Priscilla’s relationship with Elvis Presley. (Source: Swank) Cast: Cailee Spaeny, Jacob Elordi, Dagmara Dominczyk, Ari Cohen.

Carillon Concert: Christina Meyer, performing

Norwood Town Hall

6:30 p.m.

All concerts are rain or shine. 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. 

July 14

Women in 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 or learn about joining, call 781-799-7068, or email [email protected]. 

Norwood Farmers Market

Norwood Town Common

2-6 p.m.

Haven’t visited the Norwood Farmers Market yet? Don’t wait any longer! The Norwood market gets bigger and better every year. No need to shop any further with friendly vendors eager to share and educate, including farm stands, bakeries, fish, baseball cards, non-profit organizations, specialty foods, artisans, and more! There will be games for the kids and music. Meet your neighbors, purchase a fresh dinner, and have some fun!

True Local Crime Cases w/Author Wayne Miller

Morrill Memorial Library

7 p.m.

The Morrill Memorial Library welcomes Wayne Miller, retired ATF Special Agent and author of Burn Boston Burn and Bang Boom Burn, for “Local True Crime Cases.” This presentation provides an inside look at some significant criminal cases in New England history. Drawing from the real investigations behind his books, Burn Boston Burn and Bang Boom Burn, retired ATF Special Agent Wayne Miller reveals how federal, state, and local agencies unraveled complex arson conspiracies, bombing incidents, and highrisk gun cases. Audiences will learn about first-hand accounts, investigative strategies, and surprising twists from the “largest arson case in U.S. history.”

Norwood Toastmasters Meeting

Westwood Public Library, 660 High St.

7 p.m.

The Norwood Toastmasters Club helps develop communication and leadership skills for its members and the community at every ability level. Guests are always welcome! Meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. For more information, visit  https://norwoodtoastmaster.toastmastersclubs.org/.

July 15

Community Connections @ the Library

Morrill Memorial Library

12 p.m.

Community Connections @ the Library is a monthly drop-in gathering hosted by Riverside Community Care on the third Wednesday of each month in the Morrill Memorial Library’s Simoni Room. Each month highlights new ways to get connected, as well as focused help from a trusted local resource. Community Connections @ the Library is designed to help residents learn about local resources, programs, and opportunities for personal growth and well-being. Meet with a community coach, enjoy friendly conversation, and discover ways to strengthen your connection to the people and supports around you. Drop in, bring your lunch or a coffee, and discover tools in your community that promote balance, resilience, and wellness.  All are welcome, and all questions are welcome - regardless of each month’s highlighted topic.

July 16

Board Game Night

Morrill Memorial Library

6:30 p.m.

Note, tonight’s meeting will take place in the Trustees’ Room.

If you’ve been looking for a casual group of fellow board gamers, the Morrill Memorial Library is your spot. Games will be provided, but feel free to bring any of your own! Please contact the library with any questions. For ages 18+.

July 17

Sensory-Friendly Art Classes for Adults

Morrill Memorial Library

10:30 a.m.

Join the art instructor Stephanie Enloe for a program specially designed for adults with different levels of cognitive abilities. 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.  

Friends of the Norwood Council on Again Monthly Ballroom Dance

Norwood Senior Center, 275 Prospect St.

7 p.m.

Music will be provided by Dave Valerio. Cost is $12 per person. Coffee, tea, water & desserts will be served and there will also be door prizes. newcomers of all ages are welcome! To stay up to date on Friends news and events, visit their Facebook page at Friends Of The Norwood Council On Aging | Facebook

July 18

Seed Packing Party!

Morrill Memorial Library

10 a.m.

The Norwood Seed Library is having a seed packing party and you’re invited! The seed library is in need of restocking since it has been so popular. The seed library needs to be stocked with a wide variety of seeds to last us through the planting season, so we figured we’d make it a social event. We will pack a variety of seeds, and have impromptu gardening conversations with our fellow seed packers.

July 19

Concerts on the Common

Town Common

6:30-8:30 p.m. 

The Westwood Swing Band visits Norwood again to perform its big band sounds! Bring chairs, blankets, even a picnic and enjoy!

July 20

Carillon Concert: Andrea McCrady, performing

Norwood Town Hall

6:30 p.m.

All concerts are rain or shine. 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. 

July 21

Norwood Farmers Market: Christmas in July

Norwood Town Common

2-6 p.m.

It’s Christmas in July at the Market! The vendors will be embracing this unofficial shopping holiday with holiday foods and handmade items. Get a jump on your Christmas shopping! There will even be holiday music on the common!

July 24

Sensory-Friendly Art Classes for Adults

Morrill Memorial Library

10:30 a.m.

Join the art instructor Stephanie Enloe for a program specially designed for adults with different levels of cognitive abilities. 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.  

Fandom Fridays

Morrill Memorial Library

3 p.m.

Do you have a favorite fandom? Want to share your fandom with other teens? Join us every week on Friday afternoons for our Teen Fandom Friday program! Make crafts based around your favorite fandom or character, bring in a favorite piece of fandom memorabilia for show-and-tell, or use our projector to share a slideshow, playlist, piece of artwork, edit, or video from your fandom. Whether it’s Kpop, Pokemon, anime, books, or even your own original characters, all fandoms are welcome here! For grades 7-12. No registration required.

July 25

Blessings Boutique Thrift Shop

First Baptist Church, 71 Bond St.

10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Summer clothing and shoe sale. There will also be great bargains on jewelry, kitchen and decorative items, books, puzzles, and lots more.  Don’t miss out!

July 26

Concerts on the Common

Town Common

6:30-8:30 p.m. 

The Sharon Concert Band crosses the border to share their wide variety of music, from classical, to patriotic, Broadway, to jazz. Bring chairs, blankets, even a picnic and enjoy!

July 27

Monday Movie Matinee

Morrill Memorial Library

1 p.m.

If you love movies and want to immerse yourself in unforgettable cinematic experiences, Morrill Memorial Library is the place to be! On July 27, enjoy The Whale (117 mins) - Rated R. From Darren Aronofsky comes The Whale, the story of a reclusive English teacher who attempts to reconnect with his estranged teenage daughter. Starring Brendan Fraser and based on the acclaimed play by Samuel D. Hunter. (Source: Swank) Cast: Brendan Fraser, Sadie Sink, Ty Simpkins, Hong Chau.

Carillon Concert: Anton Fleissner, performing

Norwood Town Hall

6:30 p.m.

All concerts are rain or shine. 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. 

July 28

Women in 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 or learn about joining, call 781-799-7068, or email [email protected].

Norwood Farmers Market

Norwood Town Common

2-6 p.m.

The Norwood Farmers Market is so much more than some tent stands. It’s a place where shoppers learn and experience new foods, purchase unique items, and learn about local non-profits and organizations. Residents also meet up with neighbors and often make new friends! Come on down to experience the best market around, right here in Norwood!

Norwood Toastmasters Meeting

Walpole Public Library, 143 School St.

7 p.m.

The Norwood Toastmasters Club helps develop communication and leadership skills for its members and the community at every ability level. Guests are always welcome! Meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. For more information, visit  https://norwoodtoastmaster.toastmastersclubs.org/.

Titles on Tap Book Group

Napper Tandy’s

7:30 p.m.

The group meets at Napper Tandy’s in Norwood, in the left-hand-side bar. The July title had yet to be announced at press time. Check the library calendar periodically. Copies of the book will be available to pick up at the library’s Reference desk. 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, and we don’t mind taking our love of lit outside the library walls. Titles on Tap meets once a month in the left-hand bar of Napper Tandy’s to eat, drink, be merry, and discuss the latest reading selection.

July 29

Sensory-Friendly Lego Club for Adults

Morrill Memorial Library

10:30 a.m.

Join 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.

July 30

Sensory-Friendly Lego Club for Adults

Morrill Memorial Library

1 p.m.

Join 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.

July 31

Sensory-Friendly Art Classes for Adults

Morrill Memorial Library

10:30 a.m.

Join the art instructor Stephanie Enloe for a program specially designed for adults with different levels of cognitive abilities. 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.  

Aug. 3

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Knights of Columbus, 572 Nichols St.

1-6 p.m.

Registration is required for Morrill Memorial Library events unless otherwise noted: visit www.norwoodlibrary.org/morrillcalendar/, or call the reference desk at 781-769-0200, x2.