Selectmen Notes: Board Talks Norwood Day Success, Need for Regulation of Food Trucks in Town

Brief notes from Tuesday night's Norwood Board of Selectmen meeting.

Recreation Superintendent Talks Norwood Day Success, Upcoming Events Superintendent of the Norwood Recreation Department Gerald Miller attended Tuesday night's Board of Selectmen meeting to give a monthly report to the Board. Miller started out by noting the success of last weekend's Norwood Day festivities, including the fireworks Friday and Saturday's fair on the Town Common. "It's just a great day," Miller said. "Norwood Day has become a tradition that I never envisioned." The annual presentation of the Ann Lydon Volunteer of the Year award also happened Saturday, with Peggy Thorn this year's winner. Miller said Thorn is someone you always see helping at local events. With Norwood Day behind them, the Recreation Department is now …

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SHOW US: Your Norwood Day Photos

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Norwood Day celebrated its 10th year yesterday, and we know many of you were there to enjoy the festivities. Share your photos from the day with your neighbors and fellow Norwood Patch readers here! Click the "Upload" button above to load your pictures directly into this gallery.

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Weekend Planner: Norwood Day Festivities, Live Music and More

A look at the weekend ahead for Sept. 14-16.

1. Norwood Day Where/When: Norwood Town Center; Saturday, Sept. 15, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Why Go: The annual Norwood celebration will kick off with fireworks at the Coakley School (free) on Friday night at 8 p.m. Saturday morning will be the parade through the center of town and then a day of food, games, rides and local vendors. Pricing: $4 2. The Lenny Solomon Band in Concert Where/When: Paradise Cafe, 565 High Street, Dedham. Friday, September 14 at 8:00 p.m. Why Go: Lenny Solomon's style has been compared to early Bob Dylan, Guy Clark, and Jerry Jeff Walker. Solomon began his career in the late 1960s Price: Free 3. Blue Hills Brewery Tours Where/When: Blue Hills Brewery, Canton; Friday, 3:30-6:30 p.m. and Saturday 2-6 p.m. Why Go: Blue …

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Five Things You Need to Know Today in Norwood, Sept. 13

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Five Things You Need To Know Today is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance. Check back later for more, and let us know what you think of the feature in the comments section. 1. Register for Norwood Hospital's 10th annual Road Race and Walk this coming Saturday, Sept. 15. Starting time is 9 a.m. and registration is $25. For more information contact William Fleming, Road Race Director at 781-278-6004. 2. Norwood Girl Scouts will kick off the year by hosting a Girl Scout sign up today at the Norwood Civic Center. Stop by, meet new friends and learn about the exciting program options focusing on the arts, technology, outdoor adventure, health, beauty and more. Girl Scouts is flexible to meet girls…

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Five Things You Need to Know Today in Norwood, Sept. 12

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Five Things You Need To Know Today is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance. Check back later for more, and let us know what you think of the feature in the comments section. 1. Are you getting Norwood Patch's headlines in your email? You could be! Sign up for our daily or weekly newsletters! 2. Head over Beckett's Pub in Walpole on Wednesdays at 8:30 p.m. for Team Trivia Night. It is free and fun with prizes for the top four finishing teams. 3. The Blue Bunny in Dedham is hosting a party today from 6:30-8 p.m. for the launch of new teen/young adult book club, BLUE 2. Young Adult authors Hilary Graham ("Reunited") and Kristin-Paige Madonia ("Fingerprints of You") will read from their newly …

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Norwood Day 2012 Schedule

Information on the events for the 10th annual Norwood Day taking place this Saturday, Sept. 15.

The 10th annual Norwood Day celebration will be held this Saturday, Sept. 15, in the center of town. Norwood Day buttons are $3 in advance and $4 the day of the event, and give the wearer access to the Taste of Norwood food tent, trolleys, rides, the rock wall, and other games and activities. Buttons can be purchased at the Civic Center, Morrill Library, and the Town Hall, as well as at the fireworks Friday night. The following is a basic schedule and outline of the events that will be going on over the weekend: FRIDAY, Sept. 14 The Norwood Police and Fire softball game that was to be held Friday evening has been postponed. A new date will be announced. 8 p.m. - Fireworks at the Coakley Middle School sponsored by T.G.I. Friday's and The …

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Five Things You Need to Know Today in Norwood, Sept. 10

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Five Things You Need To Know Today is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance. Check back later for more, and let us know what you think of the feature in the comments section. 1. Norwood Day buttons are available for purchase at the Morrill Library for $3 each! Remember buttons will be $4 the day of the event this coming weekend - Sept. 15. 2. After the rain of last week, Norwood is in for some sunshine! The weather forecast for the week is completely clear with temperatures in the 70's. 3. Experienced volunteer musicians are sought for Parkway Concert Orchestra's fall season. There are current openings in the orchestra for bassoon, horm, tuba, and all strings (especially viola, cello and string …

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Five Things You Need to Know Today in Norwood, Sept. 7

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Five Things You Need To Know Today is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance. Check back later for more, and let us know what you think of the feature in the comments section. 1. September is Library Card Sign-Up Month at the Morrill Library. If you have damaged or lost your card you may get a replacement card at no charge this month. 2. The weekend forecast calls for showers and thunderstorms, with temperatures in the high 70s to mid-80s. Pack an umbrella! 3. Have you checked out our Visions for Vacancies series? Each week we ask you about an empty storefront in Norwood, and what you would like to see there. Tell us your thoughts in the comments and discuss the ideas of your neighbors! 4. …

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