LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Warmer Weather Makes for Big Turnout at Festival of Lights

Thank you letter from Norton Parks and Recreation.

On behalf of the Norton Parks and Recreation Department, we would like to thank the community for participating in a fun family night this past Sunday at our Festival of Lights. The turnout was tremendous, due to the warmer weather.  We would also like to thank our sponsors: North Easton Savings Bank, Roche Bros. Supermarkets and Honey Dew Donuts. Without their support this event would not be possible. Also a big thank you to Santa and Mrs. Claus, Bob Kimball, Master of Ceremonies; Tim Brown, singer; The Norton Singers, Rev. Bernie Hinkley, Trinitarian Church; Junior Girl Scout Troop 80443 and their leaders Mrs. Sandy Ollerhead and Mrs. Erin Brennan for being Santa’s elves; Orsi Photographers; Jett Jam Entertainment; Norton Community Lions…

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IMAGE GALLERY: 2012 Festival of Lights

Video and photos of the lighting of the Town Common Dec. 2.

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PATCH FACTS

5 Things Dec. 2: Festival of Lights, Winter Skate and More

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. Festival of Lights At 5 p.m., stop by the town common for the Festival of Lights and enjoy Christmas carols, hot cocoa and photos with Santa. Your child is also welcome to write a letter to Santa and receive one in return before Christmas. 2. Winter Skate at Patriot Place Patriot Place offers Winter Skate, a professionally-maintained and easily-accessible ice skating surface. The rink features an observation deck for non-skaters. On-site skate rentals, concessions and bathrooms are available and parking is free. Admission is…

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Festival of Lights Set for Sunday

Letters to Santa being accepted.

The holidays wouldn’t be the same without the annual Festival of Lights on the Norton Town Common to take place this Sunday, Dec. 2 at 5 p.m. Like last year, the Norton Singers and Tim Brown will be singing carols to get visitors in the holiday spirit. There will also be hot cocoa, cookies. The highlight of the evening will be the arrival of Santa Claus by fire truck and the lighting of the Town Common. Afterward, children are encouraged to have their photos taken with Santa and Mrs. Clause in Santa’s house for $3 per family. Kids can also let Santa know what they’d like for Christmas in a letter and receive a personalized letter from him in return. No child will be denied a letter, but a $3 donation is requested to support the …

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Parks and Rec Thank Community Participation in Festival of Lights

Parks and Recreation chair Sheri Cohen calls turnout tremendous.

  On behalf of the Norton Parks and Recreation Department, we would like to thank the community for participating in a fun family night this past Sunday at our Festival of Lights.  The turnout was tremendous, due to the warmer weather. We would also like to thank our sponsors:  North Easton Savings Bank, Roche Bros. Supermarkets and Honey Dew Donuts.  Without their support this event would not be possible.  Also a big thank you to Santa and Mrs. Claus, Bob Kimball, Master of Ceremonies; Tim Brown, singer; The Norton Singers, Rev. Bernie Hinkley, Trinitarian Church; Rev. Christana McKnight, Unitarian Church; The Martial Arts Connection for volunteering to help set up/clean up; Girl Scout Junior Troop 80492 and their leaders Mrs. Beth Burke …

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Norton Festival of Lights [VIDEO]

Timothy Brown and Norton Singers bring some holiday cheer to the Town Common.

Norton residents gathered Sunday, Dec. 4 for the annual Festival of Lights in Norton Town Common. Norton Singers and Timothy Brown sang Christmas carols to spread the holiday cheer.

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Parks and Rec Prepare for Festival of Lights

Chance for children to meet Santa.

The Norton Parks and Recreation Department is gearing up for the annual Festival of Lights, which will be held 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4. The holiday celebration will take place in the Town Common. Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive by fire truck and meet the children in Santa’s house for pictures. There will also be Christmas carols, hot chocolate and cookies. New this year is a craft station. Children will also be able to leave their letters to Santa in a mailbox and then will receive a personalized letter back. Memorial Lights purchased from the Norton Community Lions Club will also be lit on the Common Christmas tree in memory of loved ones. In addition to each name being posted next to the tree, they will also be read aloud during the …

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Norton Patch VIP Of The Week: Sam Carignan

Youth seeks Eagle Scout status through Santa House project.

It’s always refreshing to hear of someone giving their time to better their community. Sam Carignan, 14, has done just that in his quest to become an Eagle Scout of Troop 12. Sam was the project manager for the Santa house on the Town Common that was unveiled during the town’s Festival of Lights celebration last month. Santa’s house was the project Sam chose to reach the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout and was enjoyed by children who got to sit with Santa and tell him what they wanted for Christmas. “My job was to plan it and run it,” Sam said. “The others in the troop did the actual building.” Sam was also in charge of securing materials to build the house. Sam’s father, Peter, financed the $1,000 cost of the project, funds that Sam is …

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Park And Rec Happy Eagle Scout Chose To Build Santa House

Sam Carignan, of Troop 12, chooses Santa house as Eagle Scout project.

Letter to the Editor: The Norton Parks and Recreation Commission would like to thank Sam Carignan, of Troop 12, for choosing our new "Santa" house as his Eagle Scout project. The new addition to our Festival of Lights and the Town Common has been a huge success.  The kids loved coming into Santa's magical home to tell him what they would like for Christmas. Many children have also stopped by the house to drop letters to Santa and will wait patiently for his reply. We are extremely proud of Sam, and all those that helped make this project a reality; we hope that each of you involved are equally as proud. You all helped to make this Holiday Season and many more to come a magical experience for the kids of Norton. As part of his Eagle Scout …

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: From Sheri Cohen of Norton Parks and Rec

Sheri Cohen of Norton Parks and Rec gives a shout out to those involved with Festival of Lights.

On behalf of the Norton Parks and Recreation Department, we would like to thank the community for coming out and enjoying a fun family night this past Sunday at our Festival of Lights.  The turnout was tremendous despite the cold temperatures. We would also like to thank our sponsors:  North Easton Savings Bank, Honey Dew Donuts and Roche Bros. Supermarkets.  Without their support this event would not be possible.  Also a big thank you to:  Santa and Mrs. Claus; Bob Kimball, Master of Ceremonies; Terri Gary, Singer; Rev. Bernie Hinkley, Trinitarian Church; Rabbi Yossi Kivman, Chabad Jewish Center; The Martial Arts Connection for volunteering  to help set up/clean up and to hand out the hot cocoa and cookies; Jesserie Leavitt Photography; …

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