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Assistant Managing Editor EAST LONGMEADOW On May 10, the Friends of Norcross are hoping town residents will come to visit the Norcross Center during an open house, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Though the Norcross Center has hosted several open houses in the past, along with other events, this one is during a time when the Friends are seeking the allocation of funds to keep the center. According to information released by the Friends, "the Norcross Center and the East Longmeadow Historical Commission are asking the people of East Longmeadow to allocate already existing funds for the Norcross Center," at the May 19 Town Meeting. "Over $500,000 is already in the town's Community Preservation account. Norcross is asking only that a portion of the existing funds be allocated to the Norcross Center as recommended by the Community Preservation Committee and the Board of Selectmen." Linda Kern, a member of both the East Longmeadow Historical Commission and the Friends of the Norcross, said the open house is a perfect opportunity for residents "to find out about the Norcross Center project and what the town will gain if they vote [to allocate the funds]." Kern said it's valuable to preserve the historical site which also houses the East Longmeadow Historical Museum on its premises. If funding is not allocated, Norcross would have to be sold and the museum would have to be removed from the property, Kern said. It has already been relocated twice. Kern invites everyone to come and learn the rich history of Norcross. The Center is prepping to open its doors to potential use from students and teachers in the school district for cultural activities such as art shows, musical recitals, photography exhibits and more. But this will only be possible if residents vote to allocate the funds that are already available. Residents are encouraged to attend the May 10 event at the Norcross Center at 89 Maple Street. "If they have any questions this is a great time to come and see what the town will be gaining," Kern added. |
