Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Your Patch Facts for the day.
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. River Restoration: Reclaiming Heritage and Habitat The Land Preservation Society (LPS) of Norton and the Norton Historical Society are holding their combined annual meeting at the Old Schoolhouse starting 6 p.m. It will start off with a cold ham buffet. The cost is $3 per person and all are welcome. After the buffet, brief meetings of both societies will be held. The speaker this year is William (Bill) Napolitano, the Environmental Program Director of SRPEDD (Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District…
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Your Patch Facts for the day.
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. Dispatchers wanted Norton Communications Center is hiring Police and Fire Dispatchers. See the attached application for more information. 2. One Fund Boston Chateau fundraiser Enjoy lunch, dinner or take-out from any of the eight Chateau restaurant locations and 20 percent of your meal total will be donated by The Chateau Restaurant to The One Fund Boston. For more information on the charity visit www.onefundboston.org. For more information on the Chateau visit www.chateaurestaurant.com. 3. Zumba Mansfield Congregational …
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Your Patch Facts for the day.
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. Classical music recital Classical guitarist Aaron Larget-Caplan returns to Wheaton College 7:30 p.m. for a recital featuring music by J.S. Bach, Elliott Carter, Boston-based composer Kevin Siegfried, new works by young Wheaton composers and a duo with violinist Irina Muresanu of music by Ravi Shankar, in honor of the international music hero's recent passing. This event is free and takes place in the Woolley Room at Mary Lyon Hall. 2. Spring-a-Ding Storytime and Artful Expressions The Spring-a-Ding Storytime will take place …
Monday, April 1, 2013
Annemarie Holloway's latest blog post. To start your own writing adventure go to Norton.Patch.com/blog_post/new.
Friday, February 22, 2013
Your Patch Facts for the day.
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. Bingo Bingo is held every Friday night at St. Mary's Church. Doors open at the Parish Center 4:30 p.m., bingo begins 6:30 p.m. 2. Covergirl performance Covergirl will perform at Trinity Bar & Restaurant 9:30 p.m. to close. There is no cover charge. 3. Ring of Fire: A Tribute to Johnny Cash Michael Patrick's Ring of Fire band will perform 6 p.m. at Showcase Live, 23 Patriot Place, Foxborough. Tickets are $15. 4. Blog on Patch Are you an expert on cars, cooking or sports? Have an opinion, story or hobby you’d like to talk …
Monday, January 21, 2013
Your Patch Facts for the day.
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. Basketball Free Throw Contest The Norton Basketball Association is sponsoring a free throw contest for boys and girls ages 10 to 14 at St. Mary’s Parish center gym. Registration is 5 p.m. and the contest starts 5:30 p.m. Proof of age is required. The highest point total wins for each age bracket for both boys and girls. Winners from each age group will compete for the District Title, moving up to the Regional, State and National competition. For details, call Brian at 508-272-6004. 2. Cupboard of Kindness open today The …
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Think of our site as the community water cooler — a place where you can stop by and talk about everything going on in town.
Norton Patch is ready to give you all all the news and events you need to know around town. And you can help us do that. We've built Patch so that you have plenty of opportunities to comment on stories, share your opinions, post photos and announcements and add events to the community calendar. We hope that our site will strengthen the community, but we can't do it without you. So get to it! 1. Become a User When you become a user on Norton Patch, you can do more than just read stories; you can be a part of them. Users can comment, post events, upload photos and blog about issues important to them. When you get to Norton.Patch.com, click the Join button. From there you plug in your name, email address and personal password. 2. Sign Up for…
Saturday, September 22, 2012
Your Patch Facts for the day.
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. High near 73, low around 45 Today there will be patchy fog before 8 a.m. Otherwise, it will be partly sunny, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 73. West wind will be 6 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Tonight will be clear, with a low around 45. Northwest wind will be 3 to 7 mph. 2. Open house An open house will be held noon to 2 p.m. at 360 Reservoir St., Norton. This home is listed at $249,900. 3. Explore Doolittle Home If you are considering options for long-term care for your parents or loved …
Thursday, August 30, 2012
Here are several ways you can make sure your sports teams are highlighted on Norton Patch.
Fall sports will soon be kicking into high gear and Patch wants to help you share every exciting moment with the community. We are looking for athletes, coaches, parents, booster club members and fans who are ready, willing and able to share their team spirit on Patch. News about any team -- high school, middle school, rec teams, etc. -- is welcome! Here's how you can share news about your sports team: 1. Start a blog about your sports team: Share stats, recaps, photos and/or videos from the game in your own sports blog. Is your favorite team a college or pro team? That's okay too! Discuss the team, coaches and players with other fans in the community. 2. Upload pictures and video of your team to our gallery: Snap an awesome photo at the …
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Your Patch Facts for the day.
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. High near 85, low of 59 Patchy fog is expected before 8 a.m. Otherwise, it will be mostly sunny, with a high near 85. Calm wind will become east around 5 mph in the afternoon. Tonight will be partly cloudy, with a low around 59. Light and variable wind. 2. Adult story time Norton Public Library will host adult story time 1 p.m. Adults are welcome to sit back, relax and enjoy the air conditioning in the community room as you listen to some chilling tales read aloud. Feel free to bring a bag lunch, knitting, crocheting, …
