Sheriff’s Summer Safety Fests Return to Norfolk County

Thanks to the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office for sharing this news with Westwood Minute.

BRAINTREE, MA – Norfolk County Sheriff Patrick McDermott announced on June 1st that the popular Sheriff’s Summer Safety Fests are returning to Norfolk County this summer, with dates scheduled for three locations across the county. 

The Sheriff’s Summer Safety Fest events are family-friendly fun days organized by the Sheriff’s office designed to provide a chance for families to gather for fun and exciting events while also getting information and resources to make summer fun safer and more enjoyable.

“Summer is a great time to live in Massachusetts – from our plentiful beaches to excellent hiking opportunities and more,” said Sheriff McDermott. “The Sheriff’s Summer Safety Fests are our way to help you kick off the summer with a fun and exciting time while also getting prepared to enjoy these activities safely. Whether it’s our Touch-A-Truck space, high ropes course experience, safety demonstrations, or resource tables, these events will have something for everyone.”

Three Sheriff’s Summer Safety Fests are planned in Norfolk County this summer in June, July, and August. Each event is free and open to the public and will include local community organizations, public safety resources, and a variety of games and activities for all ages. The Norfolk County Central Labor Council is also conducting food drives at each event in coordination with United Way, and attendees are encouraged to bring a donation of non-perishable food items to help families who may be facing food insecurity in Norfolk County.

The first Sheriff’s Summer Safety Fest will take place on June 17th, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at the NCSO Public Safety Complex in Braintree at 2015 Washington Street. The Braintree event will include an opportunity for the public to try out the NCSO’s high-adventure ropes course, inflatable obstacle courses, K9 demonstrations, and more. The Sheriff’s Office recommends that the public follow their social media channels (@NorfolkSheriff on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter) for announcements of new partnerships and activities.

Additional events in July and August will take place in Medway and Sharon, respectively, with dates and locations to be announced.