Norfolk Land Trust to Host Program for National Moth Week

Have you ever seen a pale green luna moth or a hummingbird moth? Ever wonder why they are attracted to light? Did you know that not all moths hang out at night or that some are important pollinators? Save up your questions and bring your family to Moth Night, Wednesday, July 22, at 8:30 p.m. at the Norfolk Library, sponsored by the Norfolk Land Trust. Entomologist Brigette Zacharczenko from the University of Connecticut will lead a brief program at the library and then move to the town green to attract moths by shining bright lights on a white sheet. Interested in being a citizen scientist? We will provide information about reporting observations.

Colebrook Historical Society Presents Colonial Riflemen in the American Revolution

On Friday evening, July 10, at 7 p.m., the Colebrook Historical Society will host a social reception, followed by a presentation, “Colonial Riflemen in the American Revolution,” by Steve Seiser. A retired chemist from United Technologies Research Center, Seiser has been a  Colebrook resident for 28 years. The gathering will be held at the Colebrook Historical Society, corner of Routes 183 and 182A in the center of Colebrook. All are welcome. For further information, please contact Carol Lord at 860/738-8244 or carol.9508@yahoo.com.

Nature Journaling for Children

Participants in the summer session of nature journaling at Great Mountain Forest will be making boats from twigs, leaves and other things found outdoors, and floating them down a stream. There will also be a water obstacle course. The group will be lead by Holly Torrant and Jean Bronson at The Childs Center, 200 Canaan Mountain Road in Falls Village on Saturday, July 25 from 9 a.m. to noon. This is for children age 8 and up. Fee is $10 per child and pre-registration is required by contacting Jean at jean@greatmountainforest.org or 860-824-8188.

Fourth of July in Colebrook

The annual Independence Day celebration sponsored by the Colebrook Associates will be held on Saturday, July 4, 2015 in the Meeting House (Colebrook Congregational Church) at 11 am. The guest speakers will be Mr. Scott Kenny and Mrs. Abrah Carroll. The “Shot Heard Round the World” will be a talk the battles of Lexington and Concord given by Mr. Scott Kenny, a 10 year resident of Colebrook and a lifelong student of American Military History. A Poem: “The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow will be recited by Mrs. Abrah Carroll, a 40 year resident of Colebrook with the love for poetry. The program will also include a selection of patriotic songs and the traditional buffet luncheon including homemade pies on the Green. Children are invited to assemble at the Colebrook Consolidated School at 10:15 to participate in a bike parade. All are welcome to join in this tradition that has continued for many years.

Classic Car Show—Not Just for Cars

This year’s car show in Norfolk has been renamed the Classic Community Vintage Vehicle Show, and it’s not just for cars anymore. All antique and vintage vehicles, from cars to motorcyles and even boats, this year all vintage vehicles are welcome. This year’s event, scheduled for Sunday, September 27, is sponsored by the Norfolk Economic Development Commission, and will feature antique and vintage vehicles as well as 50/50 raffles and a silent auction.  A disc jockey playing music of the vintage era will provide the ambiance. For more information or to obtain a registration form, contact Marie Lowe at 860-307-1487 or marie@mi-ms.com or any member of the show team.