Five Things You Need to Know Today in Norwood: Meet the Authors, Concert and More

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1. Learn how to utilize Patch.com to market your business and events on Monday, Feb. 4 at a Patch 101 lunch held by the Neponset Valley Chamber of Commerce. Patch employees will show you how to make the most of the ever-growing online world resulting in maximum exposure for your business. The event will be held from noon to 1 p.m., and easy registration is available here.

2. Tonight will be the second annual Choral Collage at the Norwood High School from 7-9 p.m. Admission is $5, free for elementary students.

3. You are invited to a St. Catherine of Siena School “Meet the Authors Night” tonight at 6:30 p.m. with Jerry Pallotta and Tui Sutherland. This event is free and open to the public.

4. The Walpole Rebel Runners weekly run will be tonight at 6:30 p.m. starting from Blackburn Hall. The Runners is a supportive and friendly running group established in June of 2012. Mapped runs are tailored for all running abilities. This club is a great way to meet new friends in the local running community.

5. Join the fun on Friday, Feb. 1 at the Elks Lodge for Cheryl's "Angel For Hope" Carnival. Enjoy a fun filled afternoon playing over 20 carnival games. There will be an abundance of prizes, popcorn, and cotton candy. Admission is $10, and all proceeds benefit the Norwood Circle Of Hope Foundation.