Meals on Wheels is located inside the Ellis Nursing Center and provides over 8,000 meals a year to disabled and seniors. It is a non-profit organization and relies on donations and fundraisers as well as more than 20 volunteers who work hard every day to prepare and deliver the meals. Call if you would like to volunteer or would like find out more information about this program.
The Norwood Historical Society is a volunteer-run organization located in the F. Holland Day House. It works to collect and preserve memorabilia, photographs and artifacts relative to the history of Norwood, dating back to the 1870s. Along with historical information of the town and government, genealogical records can be found in the collection. The Norwood Historical Society also organizes educational programs and special events.
Since 1921, this organization has provided camaraderie and recreational opportunities to hunters and fishermen. Current membership includes some 75 enthusiasts. The organization's building adjoins a small pond held by the town Conservation Commission, which is open to the public for fishing and bird watching. The club contains a small pistol range in its basement. The group is active in conservation efforts throughout the town.
First Baptist Church is located at 468 Walpole Street near downtown Norwood and welcomes the public to its open parish. The historic church was built in 1859 as the South Dedham Baptist Society and changed its name at that time. Mass and Sunday school are available every Sunday at 10:30am.
Morrill Memorial Library is a large public library located on Walpole Street on the edge of downtown Norwood. It was built in 1790 with granite quarried from Barry, Mass. and its renovation in 1910 was made with the same granite. The library offers traditional services, such as library cards and research materials, as well as more modern services like Internet access and meeting rooms.
The Elks are part of one of the largest fraternal organizations in the country. The Benevolent Order of the Elks of Norwood rent their function hall for all types of parties. Call for rental and function capacity information.
The Trinity Community Church, located on 234 Walpole Street, has been serving the Norwood community for over 100 years. This church is committed to spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the truth of God's Word. Reverend Dr. Bruce Peterson holds degrees from Bethel College, Denver Seminary, and Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. He has served in full time ministry for over 25 years and began his ministry as Sr. Pastor of Trinity Community Church in 1994.
Hospice & Palliative Care Federation of Massachusetts provides information on local hospice and palliative care options. The organization strives to promote knowledge of hospice care through its team of volunteers. It advocates for public policies in favor of quality hospice care and sponsors hospice education.
First Congregational Church on 100 Winter Street in Norwood was first settled in 1736.
FCC is an open and affirming church welcoming all individuals regardless of physical and mental ability, race, age, culture, family status, sexual orientation or gender identity into the full life and community of this church.
Join them in the sanctuary at 10 am on Sunday mornings for services with Rev. Dr. John Hamilton, Pastor.
The Salvation Army of Massachusetts offers recreational, spiritual, educational and social programs to assist those in need. There are only 79 Salvation Army locations in the state. At this Salvation Army Donation Center, you can both donate and purchase goods.
Last year, using 82 cents of every dollar donated, the Army was able to provide more than a million meals and almost 300,000 nights of shelter. The Salvation Army's mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
The Norwood Self Help Council on Aging is a non-profit organization focused on helping Norwood's senior citizens adapt to senior life. Located off of Prospect Street near downtown Norwood, the Council welcomes residents of Norwood over the age of 60 to discuss a variety of topics as well as help them gain assistance in programs they are eligible for, including electric, gas, and food programs as well as social security and volunteer programs.
The St. Catherine of Siena parish in downtown Norwood is an active, welcoming Catholic church located on Washington Street. It has many activities throughout the week, including multiple masses on the weekend as well as daily and nightly masses on weekdays. Mass intentions are available for the deceased by appointment for a small offering. Confessions are held every Saturday or an appointment can be made privately. Wedding and Baptism events are also available by appointment. Religious education is available for grades 1 through 5 as well as for special needs students.
St. George Orthodox Church has one of the more impressive church edifices in the Norwood area. This church in the heart of South Norwood traces its roots to Syrian immigrants who arrived in South Norwood in the early twentieth century. One of the primary tasks of these settlers was to establish an Orthodox church, the faith of their homeland. St. George embraces the faith and works hard to preserve the culture and closeness which have been a part of this parish from the beginning. As a parish, this church is committed to serving the community by working with the Norwood Food Pantry.
Telecommunications Magazine is based out of Norwood, as they are a subsidiary of Horizon House Publishing under the late William Bazzy of Norwood.
From its offices in Boston and London, Horizon House informs and connects communications and computing professionals worldwide.
It serves high-tech engineering fields with an array of informative resources; including online news and analysis, multimedia webcasts, magazines, live events, books, and ebooks.
Located on Berwick Street, the Emmanuel Lutheran Church is a thriving congregation that has been in existence for more than 100 years.
It is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).
The church's mission, as stated on its website, is to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ, to provide witness to the Gospel and to invite all people to salvation and wholeness in Christ.
Emmanuel Lutheran Church offers service ministry, music programs and Christian education, with an adult Bible study on Sunday mornings and a Wednesday morning study group.