February school vacation week may be one of the hardest seasons to keep the kids occupied. There are many solutions, however, in and around Norwood to keep the little (and not so little) ones occupied.
Norwood Recreation Department Workshops
February 19
Pretty in Pink
Civic Center
3 p.m.
This program will provide everything needed to make a Valentine sweet. For all ages. Cost is $5 for residents, $10 for non residents. Sign up at the Civic Center.
February 19-23
Norwood Public Schools Closed for February Recess
February 20
Candi Sushi
Morrill Memorial Library
10 a.m.
Children 8 and over and their caregivers are invited to make some CANDY SUSHI with Miss Jean and Miss Kate during school vacation! The program willl be using Rice Krispy treats, candy, and other sweets to create sushi made out of candy. Registration is required. Call the children's room at 781-769-0200 x225
Candi Sushi
Morrill Memorial Library
11:15 a.m.
Children 8 and over and their caregivers are invited to make some CANDY SUSHI with Miss Jean and Miss Kate during school vacation! The program willl be using Rice Krispy treats, candy, and other sweets to create sushi made out of candy. Registration is required. Call the children's room at 781-769-0200 x225
February 21-22
Batman's Gotham Gadgets Legos-WL3
Civic Center
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
This introductory engineering course is for the young Jedi who wants to explore engineering principles designing and building projects, such as X-Wings, R2 Units, Energy Catapults, Defense Turrets, and Settlements from a galaxies from afar. For grades K-2. Cost is $60 per person. Sign up at the Civic Center.
Morrill Memorial Library
February 21
Turn the Page Book Group
Morrill Memorial Library
10 a.m.
Adult Services Librarian Liz Reed will lead this month's meeting of the Turn the Page Book Group. The award-winning novel, "Running the Rift," by Naomi Benaron will be discussed. To register or for questions, call 781-769-0200, x110, email norprograms@minlib.net, or stop by either the reference or information desk.
Turn the Page Book Group
Morrill Memorial Library
7 p.m.
Adult Services Librarian Liz Reed will lead this month's meeting of the Turn the Page Book Group. The award-winning novel, "Running the Rift," by Naomi Benaron will be discussed. To register or for questions, call 781-769-0200, x110, email norprograms@minlib.net, or stop by either the reference or information desk.
Winter Skate
Patriot's Place, Foxboro
Outdoor choices may be few at this time of year, but Winter Skate at Patriot's Place, in Foxborough, offers a great opportunity to enjoy one of New England's time-honored winter traditions! Rates are reasonable and lots to do after post skating to make a day of it for the entire family!
The rink is a 60 x 140 foot refrigerated ice surface designed for recreational skating and is the perfect size to accommodate beginner and experienced skaters. There is even an observation deck for those who wish to watch the action.
Do not own a pair of skates? No problem. Winter Skate provides on-site skate rentals, and also includes concessions...and parking is free!
Adults: $8
Children (12 and under): $6
Seniors (65 and older): $6
*$2 off admission price with a coat donation to Cradles to Crayons
Ice Skate Rentals: $4
Monday: 4-8 p.m.
Tuesday & Wednesday: 4-9 p.m.
Thursday: 4-6:30 p.m.
Friday: 4-10 p.m.
Saturday & all School Holidays: 11a.m. - 10 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m.-9 p.m.