BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//A Weekend in Norfolk - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://weekendinnorfolk.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for A Weekend in Norfolk REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T150000 DTSTAMP:20260612T215912 CREATED:20260127T180754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T032608Z UID:6875-1771765200-1771772400@weekendinnorfolk.org SUMMARY:Mushroom Inoculation Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join one of two workshops at Husky Meadows Farm and learn about shiitake mushroom log cultivation. Participants can take home a newly inoculated log. All supplies are provided and participants can take home a newly inoculated log. Refreshments will include chaga mushroom tea and farm-made baked goods. \nSpots are limited. Register here for Saturday or here for Sunday. You may also email support@huskymeadowsfarm.com to reserve for either Saturday or Sunday. URL:https://weekendinnorfolk.org/event/mushroom-inoculation-workshop-3/ LOCATION:Husky Meadows Farm\, 26 Doolittle Drive\, Norfolk\, Connecticut\, 06058 CATEGORIES:Demonstration,Farm,Food,Hands on participation,Lesson,Nature,Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T140000 DTSTAMP:20260612T215912 CREATED:20260129T163010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T011102Z UID:6900-1771754400-1771768800@weekendinnorfolk.org SUMMARY:Chair Rushing Demonstration DESCRIPTION:Susannah Anderson will be demonstrating the ancient craft of weaving rush chair seats at the Berkshire Country Store\, renewing a chair before your very eyes! Stop by the store early to watch her begin\, then stop back throughout the day to warm up by the fireside and to check out her progress. Click here for photos of some of her projects. URL:https://weekendinnorfolk.org/event/chair-rushing-demonstration/ LOCATION:Berkshire Country Store\, 6 Station Place\, Norfolk\, Connecticut\, 06058 CATEGORIES:Crafts,Demonstration,Discussion with audience,Family END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T150000 DTSTAMP:20260612T215912 CREATED:20250129T024227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T172457Z UID:6481-1771750800-1771772400@weekendinnorfolk.org SUMMARY:Fly-tying Workshop DESCRIPTION:Expert fly fisherman Doug McDevitt is holding a special six-hour\, hands-on workshop for fishing enthusiasts at any level of experience. Doug will demonstrate the art and science of tying different flies\, discuss fishing and offer his tips on where to go for the best experience. Participants are welcome to drop in any time to learn Doug’s techniques and to share their own stories and tips with other attendees. URL:https://weekendinnorfolk.org/event/fly-tying-workshop/ LOCATION:Norfolk Hub\, 2 Station Place\, Norfolk\, CT\, 06058 CATEGORIES:Demonstration,Discussion with audience,Family,Fishing,Hands on participation,Kids,Lesson,Nature,Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T150000 DTSTAMP:20260612T215912 CREATED:20260127T180610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T032418Z UID:6874-1771678800-1771686000@weekendinnorfolk.org SUMMARY:Mushroom Inoculation Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join one of two workshops at Husky Meadows Farm and learn about shiitake mushroom log cultivation. All supplies are provided and participants can take home a newly inoculated log. Refreshments will include chaga mushroom tea and farm-made baked goods. \nSpots are limited. Register here for Saturday or here for Sunday. You may also email support@huskymeadowsfarm.com to reserve for either Saturday or Sunday. URL:https://weekendinnorfolk.org/event/mushroom-inoculation-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Husky Meadows Farm\, 26 Doolittle Drive\, Norfolk\, Connecticut\, 06058 CATEGORIES:Demonstration,Farm,Food,Hands on participation,Lesson,Nature,Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T123000 DTSTAMP:20260612T215912 CREATED:20260118T173154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T141252Z UID:6806-1771666200-1771677000@weekendinnorfolk.org SUMMARY:Winter Photography Workshop DESCRIPTION:Come and spend a few hours with photographer Doug McDevitt for a picture perfect day in Norfolk. \nYou’ll learn different approaches to making more interesting photographs for either personal or artistic purposes. Learn the advantages of both film and digital photography\, how to better compose a photograph\, the interplay of light\, how to manipulate your camera to get the best results and much\, much more. The session will be in two parts. One hour in the Norfolk Hub and two hours on an actual photography walk in the City Meadow. Bring the camera (or cameras) that you wish to become more productive with\, and dress warmly as we will be outside for an extended period. Be prepared for an enriching\, satisfying and fun filled adventure as we tour and capture the area. Walk location is subject to weather. \nSponsored by Norfolk’s City Meadow Committee. URL:https://weekendinnorfolk.org/event/winter-photography-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Norfolk Hub\, 2 Station Place\, Norfolk\, CT\, 06058 CATEGORIES:Art,Demonstration,Discussion with audience,Hands on participation,Outdoor activity,Photography,Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T150000 DTSTAMP:20260612T215912 CREATED:20250711T204714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T204714Z UID:6714-1754139600-1754146800@weekendinnorfolk.org SUMMARY:Fire Safety Open House DESCRIPTION:The Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department will welcome visitors to the firehouse for refreshments and demonstrations of a variety of ways to prevent fires. URL:https://weekendinnorfolk.org/event/fire-safety-open-house/ LOCATION:Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department\, 20 Shepard Road\, Norfolk\, CT\, 06058 CATEGORIES:Demonstration,Family,Kids,Lesson,Open house END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T150000 DTSTAMP:20260612T215912 CREATED:20240710T205938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250629T161735Z UID:6386-1754132400-1754146800@weekendinnorfolk.org SUMMARY:Fourth Annual Cultural Center Celebration DESCRIPTION:Come join the fun as the Connecticut-Asia Cultural Center celebrates its fourth annual cultural festival. Tour the exhibits of Buddhist\, Taoist\, Confucian Christian and Inca cultures. In addition to the exhibits\, the Center will serve complimentary Asian lunch boxes. Other events include a Tai Chi Fan Dance\, arts and crafts\, Dragon Boat Racers competition (on land) for adults and kids\, a medical seminar\, a spiritual seminar and a tea art ceremony. URL:https://weekendinnorfolk.org/event/fourth-annual-cultural-center-celebration/ LOCATION:Connecticut-Asia Cultural Center\, 207A Westside Road\, Norfolk\, Connecticut\, 06058 CATEGORIES:Celebration,Demonstration,Exhibition,Family,Food,Games,Guided,Hands on participation,Kids,Open house,Outdoor activity,Tour END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T113000 DTSTAMP:20260612T215912 CREATED:20250628T201305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250628T201341Z UID:6665-1754128800-1754134200@weekendinnorfolk.org SUMMARY:Weather Observation Seminar DESCRIPTION:Come spend a summer morning immersed in the rich legacy of weather science at Great Mountain Forest (GMF)! For over 90 years\, GMF has been a quiet but crucial hub for collecting local climate data—serving scientists\, foresters\, and nature lovers alike. In this fascinating session presented by Russell Russ\, GMF Forest Property Manager\, you’ll:\n Discover the story of GMF’s weather station\, one of the longest continually operating in the region.\n Get an up-close look at the instruments used to measure temperature\, rainfall\, wind\, and more.\n Learn how GMF’s daily weather data is shared with the National Weather Service and used by researchers and forecasters.\n Find out how you can tap into GMF’s real-time and historical weather information to stay connected with local conditions. \nWhether you’re a science enthusiast or simply curious about the natural world\, this event offers a unique window into the past and future of weather observation in the Litchfield Hills. URL:https://weekendinnorfolk.org/event/weather-observation-seminar/ LOCATION:Great Mountain Forest\, 201 Windrow Road\, Norfolk\, CT\, 06058 CATEGORIES:Demonstration,Discussion with audience,Family,History,Kids,Science,Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T150000 DTSTAMP:20260612T215912 CREATED:20250129T024535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T024535Z UID:6515-1740304800-1740322800@weekendinnorfolk.org SUMMARY:Fly-tying Workshop DESCRIPTION:Expert fly fisherman Doug McDevitt is holding a special five-hour\, hands-on workshop for fishing enthusiasts at any level of experience. Doug will demonstrate the art and science of tying different flies\, discuss fishing and offer his tips on where to go for the best experience. Participants are welcome to drop in any time to learn Doug’s techniques and to share their own stories and tips with other attendees. \nSessions on both Saturday and Sunday. URL:https://weekendinnorfolk.org/event/fly-tying-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Norfolk Hub\, 2 Station Place\, Norfolk\, CT\, 06058 CATEGORIES:Demonstration,Discussion with audience,Family,Fishing,Hands on participation,Kids,Lesson,Nature,Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T140000 DTSTAMP:20260612T215912 CREATED:20250208T155422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250208T155422Z UID:6574-1740304800-1740319200@weekendinnorfolk.org SUMMARY:Observing the Sun DESCRIPTION:Astronomer Matthew Johnson will be bringing his solar telescope to let visitors observe sunspots and other phenomena. He also will be showing a tiny portable photon meter and three different types and sizes of portable solar panels and power storage units. \nHe is using the photon meter to measure how dark the sky is in Norfolk and Colebrook. URL:https://weekendinnorfolk.org/event/observing-the-sun-4/ LOCATION:Robertson Plaza\, Station Place\, Norfolk\, 06058 CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Demonstration,Family,Outdoor activity,Science END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T140000 DTSTAMP:20260612T215912 CREATED:20250208T155300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250208T155300Z UID:6573-1740218400-1740232800@weekendinnorfolk.org SUMMARY:Observing the Sun DESCRIPTION:Astronomer Matthew Johnson will be bringing his solar telescope to let visitors observe sunspots and other phenomena. He also will be showing a tiny portable photon meter and three different types and sizes of portable solar panels and power storage units. \nHe is using the photon meter to measure how dark the sky is in Norfolk and Colebrook. URL:https://weekendinnorfolk.org/event/observing-the-sun-3/ LOCATION:Robertson Plaza\, Station Place\, Norfolk\, 06058 CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Demonstration,Family,Outdoor activity,Science END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR