A special event designed to showcase the town’s many natural and cultural offerings.
Expert fly fisherman Doug McDevitt is holding a special six-hour 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 and to share […]
Un-In-Hib-It-ed, a show of whimsical artwork by the area's youngest artists, students from Norfolk, Colebrook and Barkhamsted elementary schools.
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 the Norfolk Village Green is planted with a number of interesting native trees? Learn what they are and how to identify them by participating in a scavenger hunt created by Great Mountain Forest with the support of the Norfolk Conservation Commission. Start at the Weekend in Norfolk information center, 2 Station […]
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 music by Pat Attanasio. If it rains, this event will move to the Norfolk Hub, 2 Station Place, downhill from the […]
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 the Norfolk Village Green is planted with a number of interesting native trees? Learn what they are and how to identify them by participating in a scavenger hunt created by Great Mountain Forest with the support of the Norfolk Conservation Commission. Start at the Weekend in Norfolk information center, 2 Station […]
Kids, come meet, greet and have fun with Smokey Bear! There'll be a a bounce house, a coloring contest and refreshments, plus a big wooden train that can take you anywhere you imagine. Sponsored by the Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department.
It's Kids' Day at the Norfolk Farmers market and it's a very special day indeed. Events include all sorts of fun things for kids and of course prizes, prizes, prizes! Enjoy music by the Blue Yodels, fresh fruits and vegetables, breads and baked goods, meats, pickles and condiments, local cheeses and handmade wares by local […]
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 […]
Dive into adventure with the Amazing Diverman! An eco-hero for the ocean, the Amazing Diverman comes dressed in scuba gear and advocates for the protection of our oceans and marine animal life. Discover the impact of human activities on the ocean and ways to prevent pollution. Children will find out about the equipment scuba divers […]
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 the Norfolk Village Green is planted with a number of interesting native trees? Learn what they are and how to identify them by participating in a scavenger hunt created by Great Mountain Forest with the support of the Norfolk Conservation Commission. Start at the Weekend in Norfolk information center, 2 Station […]
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 […]
Another chance to revel in music by the Grantville Dawgs! 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. They will also be playing Friday, August 2, from […]
We're sorry, but the Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department will not be able to have the town skating rink ready for skaters during WINter Weekend in Norfolk. The event is cancelled.
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.
On Saturday and Sunday the IceBox Cafe will be serving a special pancake breakfast featuring maple syrup from Great Mountain Forest. GMF's syrup will be on sale there, too.
Pickleball enthusiasts! Here's the chance for 36 individuals to enjoy playing at the Botelle Elementary School gym. The gym can handle three round Robin matches (six/double teams per match). First games start at 8:00 a.m. Second round at 11:00 and last round at 2:00 p.m. Each match could be played to 15 points. There is […]
We just got word from naturalist John Anderson that this event is cancelled. The recent snow and freezing rain have created a thick crust on the North Brook Trail. Even his snowshoes complete with spikes couldn’t cope with well and on his test walk this morning he fell 2 or 3 times. Use the extra […]
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 […]
Pickleball enthusiasts! Here's the chance for 36 individuals to enjoy playing at the Botelle Elementary School gym. The gym can handle three round Robin matches (six/double teams per match). First games start at 8:00 a.m. Second round at 11:00 and last round at 2:00 p.m. Each match could be played to 15 points. There is […]
We're sorry, but Mother Nature didn't cooperate this year. There weren't any warm days to make the sap rise, so this event is cancelled. Great Mountain Forest's sugar house will be open to visitors, provided there is enough sap to boil. The Forest has a 70-year tradition of collecting and boiling sap, making maple syrup […]
Pickleball enthusiasts! Here's the chance for 36 individuals to enjoy playing at the Botelle Elementary School gym. The gym can handle three round Robin matches (six/double teams per match). First games start at 8:00 a.m. Second round at 11:00 and last round at 2:00 p.m. Each match could be played to 15 points. There is […]
We're sorry, but the Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department will not be able to have the town skating rink ready for skaters during WINter Weekend in Norfolk. The event is cancelled.
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.
On Saturday and Sunday the IceBox Cafe will be serving a special Sunday pancake breakfast featuring maple syrup from Great Mountain Forest. GMF's syrup will be on sale there, too.
Great Mountain Forest is holding an Introduction to Winter Wildlife Tracking walk for people who want to learn what animals have left those footprints in the snow. Naturalist Andy Dobos will lead the walk. Meet at the forestry office, 201 Windrow Road. Space for this walk is limited and there is a fee, to be […]
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 […]
Join Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department members at their headquarters for coffee, cookies and an up-close look at some bright red trucks. Firefighters will be serving refreshments, showing off their equipment and answering questions.