February 2020
Workshop: Fly Tying and Fly Fishing
The cold barren steel of a hook is to an angler what an empty canvas is to a painter. Come learn the basic techniques used to create imitations of the flies that can catch trout in our local waters. During the tying sessions, instructor Doug McDevitt will discuss the tactics of fly fishing, the micro-seasons that exist during the year and techniques for using the various flies we can create. Limited number of fly tying stations available; please sign up…
Find out more »Skating Party and Bonfire
Everyone bring skates and join the fun at the town rink! The volunteer fire department is having a skating party and bonfire. The rink is outdoors so the weather has to cooperate...check back here or on our Last Minute Updates page for the latest word. We suggest that kids under 10 wear some kind of helmet. Please note: If this party takes place on Saturday there will not be a party on Sunday. Sunday is the snow date only. Update:…
Find out more »Demonstration: Soap and Candle Making
Our skin is our largest organ. Many of the products we put on our skin actually lead to health issues as the chemicals in them are absorbed. Wendy will demonstrate how to create natural soaps that can be beneficial to your health and keep you smelling fresh. Do you love to burn candles? Did you know that most candles are made from paraffin, a substance that when burned actually gives off toxic fumes (toluene and benzene) linked to asthma and…
Find out more »Hike, Bike, Ski or Snowshoe on Norfolk Trails
Bring your mountain bike, skis or snowshoes and use them on Norfolk's miles of trails. And of course you can walk! For Great Mountain Forest maps, click here. For Land Trust trail maps, click here. Enjoy!
Find out more »Skating on Town Rink
The town skating rink on Mountain Road is be open whenever weather permits for you to skate at your own risk. From 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, Norfolk's Volunteer Fire Department will be holding a party there, complete with campfire (rain/snow date is the next day, Sunday, at the same time). Kids 10 years old or younger should wear a helmet (a bike helmet is fine).
Find out more »Astrophotography Exhibit
This exhibit includes some of the earliest and rarest photographs taken of the heavens by astronomers, including antique maps of the heavens and photographs of The moon, comets, eclipses of the sun, the transit of Venus and the space shuttle. The show also contains photos taken by Matthew Johnson, an earth scientist, educator and astronomer who collectsf antique celestial photographs, maps of the heavens and items of historic interest to astronomy.
Find out more »Workshop: Fly Tying and Fly Fishing
The cold barren steel of a hook is to an angler what an empty canvas is to a painter. Come learn the basic techniques used to create imitations of the flies that can catch trout in our local waters. During the tying sessions, instructor Doug McDevitt will discuss the tactics of fly fishing, the micro-seasons that exist during the year and techniques for using the various flies we can create. Limited number of fly tying stations available; please sign up…
Find out more »Workshop: Papercrafting for Adults
Leslie Watkins will teach participants to make an easy and beautiful note card with just a few tools and supplies. All materials will be provided, with plenty of examples on view.
Find out more »Coffee Hour
Join members of the Church of Christ Congregational for the church service, which starts at 10:00 a.m. and/or afterwards in the downstairs dining room of Battell Chapel. Tours of the chapel's stained glass windows start at noon.
Find out more »Open House: Norfolk Curling Club
Sunday afternoon the club is open until 6:00 p.m. for regular Sunday League play. Club members will be on hand to welcome visitors and answer questions. Saturday’s event is the Super Senior bonspiel event finals starting at 8:00 a.m., and award presentations Saturday night.
Find out more »Tours: Stained glass windows
Immaculate Conception Church will have a docent available to explain the history of its magnificent stained glass windows and the church. The church is always open, and help from a parishioner can be arranged at other times (call 860-542-5395).
Find out more »Tours: Stained Glass Windows
Take a guided tour of Battell Chapel’s beautiful stained glass windows, designed by D. Maitland Armstrong and Louis Comfort Tiffany. Three large windows designed by Armstrong and made of opalescent glass fill the west end of the chapel. Tiffany’s five smaller windows face them from the east; they depict the four seasons, with a brilliant sunrise as the center. Tours start at 12:00, 1:00, 2:00 and 3:00 p.m., and last approximately 45 minutes. There also are tours on Saturday starting…
Find out more »Art Exhibit: Pamela Harnois watercolors
Woodlands & Wildflowers is an exhibit of the watercolors of Pamela Harnois, an artist specializing in transparent watercolor. Pamela is known for her light and loose style in florals, landscapes, seascapes, trees, animals and still lifes.
Find out more »Workshop: Fly Tying and Fly Fishing
The cold barren steel of a hook is to an angler what an empty canvas is to a painter. Come learn the basic techniques used to create imitations of the flies that can catch trout in our local waters. During the tying sessions, instructor Doug McDevitt will discuss the tactics of fly fishing, the micro-seasons that exist during the year and techniques for using the various flies we can create. Limited number of fly tying stations available; please sign up…
Find out more »Photography exhibit: Marie Kendall Part II
This weekend is the last chance to see Part II of the Marie Kendall exhibition, which accompanied the Norfolk Historical Society's newly published book, A Remarkable Legacy: the Photographs of Marie Hartig Kendall. The exhibition has brought insight and new materials to light into the life of this amazing 19th century Connecticut photographer and the legacy she has left behind. On Saturday, the museum will be open from 11:00 to 5:00 p.m., and there is a gallery talk at 1:00…
Find out more »Demonstration: Watercolor Painting
Pamela Harnois will demonstrate the art of watercolor painting.
Find out more »Workshop: Chicken Stamping with Kids
Workshop for children accompanied by an adult. Leslie Watkins will help participants make a note card using rubber stamps and crayons. The well-known bantam, Little Lovey, will make a guest appearance to provide added inspiration and fun! All materials supplied.
Find out more »Open Sugarhouse
Sorry, Great Mountain Forest did not get enough sap to boil...this event is cancelled. However, forester Russell Russ says, "we hope to make our first sap collection sometime in the coming few days. When we have enough sap, then we will begin boiling. Boiling typically would happen during the afternoons. The sugarhouse is usually open for visitors when we are boiling." Call 860-542-5422 to see if there's a message or just go up and check it out. You can always…
Find out more »Gallery talk: Marie Kendall
This February is the final month of a two-year exhibition of Marie Hartig Kendall's work. Tour the gallery with museum director Barry Webber, who will speak on new insights into the life and legacy of this amazing 19th century Connecticut photographer.
Find out more »Workshop: Fairy garden teacups
Create pennants, signage, flowers and ladders to arrange in a teacup with moss to make a fairy garden! Bring teacups and miniatures to personalize your piece. For adults, registration required.
Find out more »Workshop: Fly Tying and Fly Fishing
The cold barren steel of a hook is to an angler what an empty canvas is to a painter. Come learn the basic techniques used to create imitations of the flies that can catch trout in our local waters. During the tying sessions, instructor Doug McDevitt will discuss the tactics of fly fishing, the micro-seasons that exist during the year and techniques for using the various flies we can create. Limited number of fly tying stations available; please sign up…
Find out more »Demonstration: Food as Medicine
Since ancient times, natural foods and herbs have been used to heal and prevent many illnesses and diseases. Recently, we are starting to learn the harmful effects of additives in our everyday food products. We will demonstrate how to prepare a variety of foods, discuss how they can benefit the body and point out a few common ingredients to avoid. Complimentary foods and beverages.
Find out more »Marie Kendall Birthday Party
Happy Birthday Marie! You are invited to help the Norfolk Historical Society celebrate Marie Kendall's 166th Birthday! Marie was born on February 23, 1854, and in her honor Tom Hlas has once again whipped up a confection fit for an expert photographer! Stop by and enjoy a slice of cake with us after the gallery talk ends at 2:00 p.m.
Find out more »Concert: Foundry Saxophone Quartet
The Hartford-based Foundry Saxophone Quartet will perform a mix of classical, jazz, folk, and ragtime, at the Norfolk Library on Sunday, February 23, at 3:00 p.m. Please call the library at 860-542-5075 to register for this free concert. Snow date is Saturday, March 7.
Find out more »Live Music: Sunday Sessions with Stan Sullivan
Stan Sullivan is a Hartford-based singer-songwriter, guitarist and blues performer. He is an eleven-time finalist at the Walnut Valley NewSongs Showcase in Winfield, Kansas, and has won the Old Roxbury Days Guitar Fingerpicking Contest twice.
Find out more »July 2020
Puppet Show: Lisa the Wise
When Lisa, a brave young girl with a heart of gold, meets Baba Yaga, the most famous witch in the woods, an epic battle of wits ensues. Dancing houses, enchanted dolls and hilarious ghost servants bring this classic Russian fairy tale to life with a contemporary twist. Imaginative shadow puppetry lights the way in this hilariously spooky story about the experiences that make us wise. The event is over. Find out more about puppeteer Sarah Nolan on her website, and…
Find out more »August 2020
Demonstration: Loose Watercolor Painting
Attend a live online watercolor demonstration by artist Pamela Harnois. She will paint a light and loose watercolor bouquet of wildflowers from a New England garden. Event is over. Go to Pamela's Instagram page to see more of her work.
Find out more »Workshop: Upcycled Metal Flowers
Workshop on upcycled metal flowers, taught by artist/metal sculptor Karen Rossi. Always popular and changing with new ideas! Create flowers from aluminum sheet metal and upcycled cans. Drill, punch and rivet them together; adorn with paint pens and mixed media to create three-dimensional flowers. New tips, tricks and twists for those who have mastered the basics, but no experience needed. Event is over. Materials List Collect aluminum soda cans, wash thoroughly. Arizona ice tea cans are recommended (tall, soft, colorful).…
Find out more »Music in the Manor House Inn Gardens
The Manor House Inn presents live music in the Inn gardens, featuring Mike Cobb, joined by Adam Pincus on guitar and vocals. Mike Cobb has been performing since 1990. Originally from Norfolk, he has performed at many local venues, as well as in the New York area and in Spain. Mike leads an "Eclecticana" rock group, the Crevulators, and a bluegrass band, the Haystack Mountain Boys. He is joined by Adam Pincus on guitar and vocals to play covers and…
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