A special event designed to showcase the town’s many natural and cultural offerings.
Pick up a tour guide to Norfolk’s historic houses and walk around the village to see fine examples of Norfolk’s development over several eras, from Revolutionary days to the Gilded Age of architecture. Brochures are available at the Historical Society museum, the Norfolk Library and the Norfolk Hub.
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, so come on out! Trail maps are linked from the organization names above. Cycling is permitted on the Great Mountain Forest trails.
Bring your friends and enjoy a friendly game of bocce, the traditional Italian sport that has become so popular. The bocce court behind the old railroad station at 10 Station Place will be open all day for play. Equipment is supplied, and the court will be open throughout WIN weekend.
Start your morning by exploring the natural world right in the heart of Norfolk! Join birder Laurie Green from Great Mountain Forest and the Norfolk Land Trust for a relaxed, 45-minute session focused on identifying local birds and native plants found in our own City Meadow. Learn tips for recognizing common species by sight and […]
You’re invited to get married or renew your vows on the Village Green; bouquets supplied, ring bearers and witnesses standing by. Please email us to make a reservation (required) and, if you’re getting married, bring your license. See the town clerk’s web page for hours, license fee and a worksheet.
Friday Night on the Green is a community gathering, complete with music, food and an artisan's market. Food is free for all. Bring a blanket, gather your friends and come enjoy one of Norfolk’s favorite summer traditions. Music by Travelin' Trout.
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, so come on out! Trail maps are linked from the organization names above. Cycling is permitted on the Great Mountain Forest trails.
Pick up a tour guide to Norfolk’s historic houses and walk around the village to see fine examples of Norfolk’s development over several eras, from Revolutionary days to the Gilded Age of architecture. Brochures are available at the Historical Society museum, the Norfolk Library and the Norfolk Hub.
Bring your friends and enjoy a friendly game of bocce, the traditional Italian sport that has become so popular. The bocce court behind the old railroad station at 10 Station Place will be open all day for play. Equipment is supplied, and the court will be open throughout WIN weekend.
Meditation coach Miranda Lee will lead an outdoor class to start off Saturday before most of the other activities begin. Meet at the southern end of the Village Green; an indoor place will be announced in case of rain.
Expert fisherman Doug McDevitt will demonstrate the art of casting and fly tying and share many tips and tricks for successful fly fishing. The venue: Wood Creek Pond. Equipment will be loaned for the occasion courtesy of Orvis's Avon store and volunteers from Trout Unlimited will assist. Spaces for the hands-on lessons are limited. Sessions […]
Discover treasures at tag sales all around town! Here's your chance for getting that special thing you always wanted but couldn't find or something you never knew existed but just have to have! We'll be posting a map here just as soon as we can, and copies will also be available at the WINformation center, […]
The Norfolk Rails to Trails Committee is sponsoring a gravel bike ride into some of Norfolk's lesser known back roads and byways. Route will be chosen for an intermediate skill level. Meet at Robertson Plaza on Station Place in the center of town. E-bikes are welcome. Don’t forget your helmet and water! For more information […]
On the playground at Botelle School, kids and their families can make bubble art, play in bubble foam, make a bubble snake blower, stand inside a huge bubble... and more!
Expert fisherman Doug McDevitt will demonstrate the art of Spey casting. The venue: Wood Creek Pond. Equipment will be loaned for the occasion courtesy of Orvis's Avon store and spaces for the hands-on lessons are limited. Doug will also hold fly fishing seminars at 9:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday. […]
Come join the fun as the Connecticut-Asia Cultural Society celebrates its 5th Annual Cultural Festival. This year the Tai Chi Fan dance team will put on a demonstration and complimentary Asian food will be served. In addition to many other activities for the family, the Society will also be showcasing its Dragon Boat cart racers, […]
With their inimitable instrumental and vocal style Steve Roys, Tim Hitchcock and Jude Mead lead off an afternoon and evening of Music on Robertson Plaza. Come sit in the shade or bask in the sun while you listen! Dancing encouraged. Music on Robertson Plaza is sponsored by the National Iron Bank. In case of rain, […]
There'll be music outdoors from noon to night on Robertson Plaza in the heart of downtown Norfolk. Come enjoy an array of local musicians with styles from bluegrass and folk to rock, funk and pop. Sun yourself, cool off in the shade or dance while you listen to Roys, Hitchcock & Mead; Elias Neuman-Donihue; Three […]
Expert fisherman Doug McDevitt will demonstrate the art of casting and fly tying and share many tips and tricks for successful fly fishing. The venue: Wood Creek Pond. Equipment will be loaned for the occasion courtesy of Orvis's Avon store and volunteers from Trout Unlimited will assist. Spaces for the hands-on lessons are limited. Sessions […]
The Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department invites kids to come enjoy an obstacle course set up to show them the different things firefighters do when combatting a fire. There'll be a bounce house, too, and maybe (no promises) even an appearance by Smokey Bear!
Come let your feet tap and your spirit soar to the sound of bluegrass and folk music by Elias Neuman-Donihue. Robertson Plaza is the perfect place to dance! Music on Robertson Plaza is sponsored by the National Iron Bank. In case of rain, the performance will move to Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Come enjoy ice cream and blueberry Betty on the lawn of Meadowbrook Apartments. There'll be music by Grant and Kristin Mudge in the gazebo and (although we have sunshine on order and it looks like we'll get it) we'll move indoors if it rains. Bonus: Click here to download the recipe! Click here for a […]
Expert fisherman Doug McDevitt will demonstrate the art of casting and fly tying and share many tips and tricks for successful fly fishing. The venue: Wood Creek Pond. Equipment will be loaned for the occasion courtesy of Orvis's Avon store and volunteers from Trout Unlimited will assist. Spaces for the hands-on lessons are limited. Sessions […]
You’re invited to get married or renew your vows on the Village Green; bouquets supplied, ring bearers and witnesses standing by. Please email us to make a reservation (required) and, if you’re getting married, bring your license. See the town clerk’s web page for hours, license fee and a worksheet.
Three Seater is a band formed by Leif Johnson, Ethan Cavajani and Dahlia Alexander, all of whom are from Norfolk and near by. They will be playing a mix of covers and originals influenced by the Smashing Pumpkins, the Backseat Lovers and Modern Baseball. Music on Robertson Plaza is sponsored by the National Iron Bank. […]
Pick up a tour guide to Norfolk’s historic houses and walk around the village to see fine examples of Norfolk’s development over several eras, from Revolutionary days to the Gilded Age of architecture. Brochures are available at the Historical Society museum, the Norfolk Library and the Norfolk Hub.
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, so come on out! Trail maps are linked from the organization names above. Cycling is permitted on the Great Mountain Forest trails.
Bring your friends and enjoy a friendly game of bocce, the traditional Italian sport that has become so popular. The bocce court behind the old railroad station at 10 Station Place will be open all day for play. Equipment is supplied, and the court will be open throughout WIN weekend.
Expert fisherman Doug McDevitt will demonstrate the art of casting and fly tying and share many tips and tricks for successful fly fishing. The venue: Wood Creek Pond. Equipment will be loaned for the occasion courtesy of Orvis's Avon store and volunteers from Trout Unlimited will assist. Spaces for the hands-on lessons are limited. Sessions […]
Discover treasures at tag sales all around town! Here's your chance for getting that special thing you always wanted but couldn't find or something you never knew existed but just have to have! We'll be posting a map here just as soon as we can, and copies will also be available at the WINformation center, […]