The Board of Selectmen on Jan. 14 heard from the Norwood Concert Committee about its upcoming winter and summer programming and approved the committee’s request to reserve the Dempsey Bandstand and Town Common for its 2025 Summerfest Wednesday concerts and Sunday evening series.

David Tuttle, speaking for the Concert Committee, outlined the winter concert schedule: four Sunday afternoon concerts at Norwood High School beginning Jan. 26 and running through Feb. 16, all free and scheduled 2–4 p.m. Tuttle noted the opening performance on Jan. 26 features “Portrait and Jazz,” followed Feb. 2 by the Roy Scott big band, Feb. 9 by Dan Cabell and the Able Tones, and Feb. 16 by Silver Spears. Paul Luisi and other committee members described a raffle (with donated prizes) at each concert and announced the committee dedicated this winter series to the memory of longtime volunteer Barbara Quinter.

Planning staff (Michael Rosen) explained the summer request: concerts Wednesdays, July 9–Aug. 27, with Sunday concerts July 6–Aug. 24, 2025. The committee requested setup beginning at 4:30 p.m. for 6:30–8:30 p.m. performances and breakdown by 9:30 p.m.; staff noted the extra time allows bands to set up and tune on the gazebo before the public. Selectmen approved the town use application by roll call (5–0) and asked the committee to coordinate volunteer needs with the assistant town manager and to provide contact information for prospective volunteers.

Sponsors for the winter series include Bank of Canton, the Bak Fund, Dedham Savings Bank and the Norwood Women’s Club. Committee members listed included Olga Abdallah, Lee Leach, Michael Rosen (assistant town manager), Paul Luisi, Tony Mazzuco, Pat Cich and Kevin Brackert.

Ending: The winter series begins Jan. 26 and the board approved the requested summer dates and logistics; the committee and staff will coordinate volunteer recruitment and logistics ahead of the summer season.