Special Events


Pro Wrestling Event

Heartland Wrestling will hold a live Pro wrestling event with Norwood Recreation at the Norwood Community Center on June 19th, August 21st, September 25th, October 30th, and December 18th at 7:30 PM. Doors open at 6:30 P.M

Heartland Wrestling's executive director of live event operations is Norwood's own Kris Ayers.  Kris graduated from Norwood in 2003.  He worked for Norwood Recreation for 3 years as a lifeguard.  He has been involved with HWA for 5 years.  While being involved with HWA he has been all over Ohio and parts of Kentucky, Indiana and Illinois.  He wanted to bring HWA to Norwood so that he would be close to home now that he is expecting a baby.  He also thought that this was an event that families in Norwood would enjoy and it is great fun for the entire family.

Tickets are $10.00.
All ages welcome.
The main event: Jake Crist vs. JT Stahr
Others include: The Hybrids, Dustin Rayz, Dave Crist, Tim Donst, Aaron Williams

Easter Egg Hunt in the Park

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Norwood Recreation Commission sponsors an Easter Egg Hunt every year at Waterworks Park.  This event is held every year on the Saturday before Good Friday.  The morning begins with the arrival of the Easter Bunny at 9:45 AM.  The children can have their pictures taken for free with the Easter Bunny.  We then begin the Easter Egg Hunt at 10:00 AM.  This event is for children of all ages and there is no charge.  This event is made possible by donations from businesses and individuals from the Norwood Community.


Summer Splash

This FREE event will be held July 29th, 2010 at Waterworks Pool from 12:00-8:00 PM.  This is our summer "Family Night."  We offer FREE swimming, food, and live entertainment.  This is a very enjoyable evening for all and there is no charge.  This event is made possible by donations from businesses and individuals from the Norwood Community.

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Halloween in the Park

Halloween in the Park will take place at 6:15 PM on October 23rd, 2010 at Lindner Park.  We begin our activities at 6:30 PM with a costume contest followed by a haunted trail through Lindner Park.  Each child also receives a goody bag.  This is a fun evening for the entire family and there is no charge for this event.  This event is made possible by donations from businesses and individuals from the Norwood Community.

Christmas in the Community

This event will take place on December 4th, 2010 at the Norwood Community Center on Carter Ave.  The morning begins at 10:00 AM with the arrival of Santa Claus.  We have free pictures with Santa, food and entertainment.  The children can make Christmas crafts and they receive a goodie bag.  The event ends at 1:00 PM.  This is another great family event and there is no charge.  There are many people and companies that donate time, money and items for this event.

If you would be interested in getting involved with any of these events or donating to these events please contact us. We are always looking for volunteers and donations.

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