A special event designed to showcase the town’s many natural and cultural offerings.
Mother Nature permitting, the Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department will have the town skating rink ready for skaters during WINter Weekend in Norfolk. The fire department and Town maintain the rink throughout the season and anyone may skate at their own risk any time that the ice is clear. Please make sure the ice is safe […]
Norfolk has miles of trails all over town, most of them maintained year-round by the Norfolk Land Trust and Great Mountain Forest. They are open for the public to enjoy on foot, snowshoes or skis, so put on something warm and come on out! Trail maps are linked from the organization names above.
Expert fly fisherman Doug McDevitt is devoting his WINter Weekend in Norfolk to two special, all-day workshops open Saturday and Sunday to 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 […]
Come see some curling, Norfolk' quintessential sport! The Norfolk Curling Club is having an open house at its two-sheet facility. Members will be on hand to demonstrate and answer questions.
The Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department will have a bonfire and s'mores beside the town skating rink, whether or not people can skate, and the Norfolk Lions Club Ambulance will have a table with hot cocoa for all comers. Rain cancels. The fire department and Town maintain the rink throughout the season and anyone may skate […]
Mother Nature permitting, the Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department will have the town skating rink ready for skaters during WINter Weekend in Norfolk. The fire department and Town maintain the rink throughout the season and anyone may skate at their own risk any time that the ice is clear. Please make sure the ice is safe […]
Norfolk has miles of trails all over town, most of them maintained year-round by the Norfolk Land Trust and Great Mountain Forest. They are open for the public to enjoy on foot, snowshoes or skis, so put on something warm and come on out! Trail maps are linked from the organization names above.
Expert fly fisherman Doug McDevitt is devoting his WINter Weekend in Norfolk to two special, all-day workshops open Saturday and Sunday to 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 […]
Take the three-day, six-peak Norfolk Land Trust hiking challenge: snap a selfie at the top of all six trails, then present the images to win a Land Trust "Icebox of Connecticut" t-shirt. Download the peaks map or pick it up at a WIN information center. The peaks are Dennis Hill Gazebo, Dennis Hill Pavilion, Haystack […]
Did you know that Norfolk has a real bocce court? It's behind the cafe at 10 Station Place and it's open all day for all three days of Weekend in Norfolk. Equipment is provided.
Come revel in live music, with the Grantville Dawgs at the peak of their talent! The group...Bob Britton, Tom Calcinari, Grant Mudge, Kristin Mudge and Dale Savage...enjoys playing the rock music that they like to listen to themselves. Most of their music originally came out in the 60s, 70s and 80s. If it rains, you […]
It's Friday Night on the Village Green, one of a series of summer Fridays that invite everyone to come enjoy a variety of events, including games, food, music and more. This Friday night features the music of Katherine Winston. If it rains, this event will move to the Norfolk Hub, 2 Station Place.
Take the three-day, six-peak Norfolk Land Trust hiking challenge: snap a selfie at the top of all six trails, then present the images to win a Land Trust "Icebox of Connecticut" t-shirt. Download the peaks map or pick it up at a WIN information center. The peaks are Dennis Hill Gazebo, Dennis Hill Pavilion, Haystack […]
Did you know that Norfolk has a real bocce court? It's behind the cafe at 10 Station Place and it's open all day for all three days of Weekend in Norfolk. Equipment is provided.
Come have fun with Lori Hoyt, making the sidewalks glow with chalk-painted art! If you have a special color that you can't do without, bring it...otherwise, the chalk will be ready when you are. More sidewalk chalk painting on Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00.
It's Kids' Day at the market and it's a very special day indeed. Events include a scavenger hunt, dunk tanks, face painting, a cooking demo and sampling, giant bubbles, popcorn, candy jar guess, zucchini classic car show and of course prizes, prizes, prizes! All this and music by Bill Benson; fresh fruits and vegetables, breads […]
Puppetry artist Sarah Frechette will present The Snowflake Man, inspired by Wilson “Snowflake” Bentley, the self-educated farmer and scientist who was the first person to photograph a single snow crystal. The Snowflake Man swings audiences into the historic 1920s through creative storytelling, intricately designed Czech-style marionettes and a striking pop-up book of water color scenery. […]
Come explore the magic in an object too small to see with the naked eye. Good microscopes are now in the hands of everyone with a cell phone. DNA sequencing is available to anyone with a Fedex account. Biologist Richard Kessin will introduce you to the science and art of microscopy, and how microscopes and […]
Expert fisherman Doug McDevitt will demonstrate the art of casting and share many tips and tricks for successful fly fishing. The venue: Wood Creek Pond. Participants limited to five people; equipment will be loaned for the occasion courtesy of Orvis's Avon store. Sign up here. Individuals who show up unregistered will be accommodated (on a […]
Come revel in live music on Robertson Plaza, with Michael Cobb, just back from Spain, singing and playing guitar and harmonica. Based in Norfolk and in Brooklyn, N.Y., Michael writes; sings; plays guitar, bass, harmonica, banjo and ukulele, and produces concerts. He describes his sound as eclectic Americana. His last Weekend in Norfolk gig was […]
Everyone is invited to the Norfolk Fire House to celebrate the arrival of Tanker 100 with cotton candy, snow cones and lots of water. The Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department is giving its newest truck a traditional welcome...be prepared for fun and excitement! NVFD will also be announcing the winning name for its new Yeti mascot.
Meadowbrook invites everyone to come hear Kettle Creek play at the gazebo on the Meadowbrook lawn. The band is made up of musicians from Litchfield County featuring Lisa Clark, banjo, guitar and vocals; Steve Roys, button accordion, harmonica, jews harp, vocals and more, and Tim Hitchcock, vocals and guitars. Kettle Creek has performed in a […]
Join Josh DeCerbo and the Family Band as they play some contemporary and classic pop and vocal music. The vocal selections will star a host of families from Norfolk, so come on out and enjoy listening. Expect anything and everything, from some jazz songs to the Beatles, Lady Gaga and everything in between. Music on […]
Come to the Great Mountain Forest East Gate lawn to enjoy the dark night sky that Norfolk has to offer. Grab your blankets and bug spray, join us and learn about the constellations above us! Note that the "Road Closed" sign on Route 272 South (Litchfield Road) applies to through traffic only. All events can […]
Take the three-day, six-peak Norfolk Land Trust hiking challenge: snap a selfie at the top of all six trails, then present the images to win a Land Trust "Icebox of Connecticut" t-shirt. Download the peaks map or pick it up at a WIN information center. The peaks are Dennis Hill Gazebo, Dennis Hill Pavilion, Haystack […]
Did you know that Norfolk has a real bocce court? It's behind the cafe at 10 Station Place and it's open all day for all three days of Weekend in Norfolk. Equipment is provided.
Come hear Jasmine Road, the musical creation of Christina and Patrick Pate. They'll be performing folk/pop songs, both covers and originals.
Musically inclined children will love this special short concert, put on by music fellows just for them. This event is part of the Norfolk Chamber Music Festival's summer open house, which also includes tours of Whitehouse starting at 1:00, plus an ice cream social at 2:00 and "Broadway Tails," presented by Tony Award-winning animal trainer […]
Come socialize with family, friends and visitors while you enjoy ice cream on a summer afternoon! This event is part of the Norfolk Chamber Music Festival's summer open house, which also includes tours of Whitehouse starting at 1:00, plus a concert for children at 1:30 and "Broadway Tails," presented by Tony Award-winning animal trainer William […]
Come have fun with Arne Rostad, making the sidewalks glow with chalk-painted art! If you have a special color that you can't do without, bring it...otherwise, the chalk will be ready when you are. More sidewalk chalk painting on Saturday from 10:00 to noon.