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Vol. 2 No. 4
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October 1, 2011
Second Annual Making Steps Walk Scheduled for Oct 15
Norwood Day Delivers
BY TIM DAVIS In days where certain aspects of our lives become challenges, and the blessings in our day may get overlooked, perseverance and faith become necessities and often qualities and perspective is developed.
Norwood Day crowd, photo taken by Jessica Clifford.
BY DAVE HALPERIN Every year there's a day when Norwood takes a moment to celebrate itself; when many of the town's businesses set up shop under canopies on Washington street; when kids rush to jump on amusement park rides; when the volunteer efforts of residents are recognized (and supported); and
nonprofits.
when the musical, athletic, and theatrical talents of locals are acknowledged and displayed. That day is Norwood Day and this year the 9th annual event fell on September 17, when it enjoyed beautiful weather, huge crowds, and an expanded catalog of activities, sites, and information-sharing by businesses and
"It's to give the town an opportunity to celebrate itself," said Recreation Department Superintendent Gerry Miller, "and there are so many good things that people do in this town that some people might not be aware of."
In the case of Dan Cummings, the founder of Journey Forward, there has rarely been a more inspirational story of faith and perseverance coupled with strength and will.
Norwood Rotary Club, and club representative Barbara Martin said the event showcases a supportive spirit unique to the town.
Cummings will be holding his second annual Journey Forward Making Steps Walk on Oct 15, in which any of those interested in supporting Journey Forward and
"It's a warm community and not all towns put on something like this," she explained, "because they can't get help from every-
One organization with a booth on Washington Street was the
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