Art Exhibit at The Norfolk Hub – Susan W. Rood

Artist Susan W. Rood will display her art at the Norfolk Hub from March 2 through Apr. 28. “Piecing It All Together” presents singular and combinations of linocuts and monoprints to create visual narratives. An artist reception will be held on Sunday, March 5 from 3 to 5 p.m. Contact Jen Pfaltz at jenp@norfolkfoundation.net for more information.

Film Screening at the Library: Selma

The Norfolk Library will present a screening of “Selma” on Monday, March 6, at 6:30 p.m. This is a true story of courage and hope that changed the world forever. Golden Globe nominee David Oyelowo shines as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who rallied his followers on the historic march from Selma to Montgomery in the face of violent opposition. This landmark film was released in honor of the 50th anniversary of the historical march and nominated for Best Picture in 2015. Visit the library website www.norfolklibrary.org or call 860-542-5075 ext. 2 to register.

Jimmy and Kelly Talk Trash:  Updates from the Norfolk Transfer Station

Tuesday, March 14, 6pm at the Norfolk Hub.

On Tuesday, March 14 at 6 p.m.,Join Jimmy Powelzyk, transfer attendant for the Town of Norfolk, and Kelly Kandra Hughes, Nordstrom’s volunteer, for a discussion of the specific rules related to our waste management systems and how we can make the process easier for everyone.Free, in-person and virtual options.  Register at www.norfolkfoundation.net/hub-events or call 860-542-7185, ext. 250.

Art Exhibit at the Library: Leslie Landau

Recent paintings and drawings by Leslie Landau will be on display at the Norfolk Library during the month of March. “Earth and Sky” is the artist’s response to the ever-changing nuance, presence, and power of atmosphere upon land and sea. A resident of Torrington, Landau’s work has been included in many exhibitions across Conn. and NY, and she was the recipient of the Philanthropic Institute’s Artist Renewal Her work is held in private collections throughout New England, New York, Ohio, Washington and California. A reception for the artist will be held on Sunday, March 5, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the library.

Medicare and Social Security 101

On Tuesday, March 21, your questions about Medicare will be answered. This educational program at Norfolk Hub is designed for people who are nearing retirement, ages 55 and up, who have questions about social security and Medicare.

Free with in-person and virtual options available.  Register at norfolkfoundation.net/hub-events or call 860-542-7185, ext. 250.Sessions will be held at 3:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Documentary Film: Call of the Forest – The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees

The Norfolk Conservation Commission is sponsoring a screening of the documentary film “Call of the Forest: The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees” at the Norfolk Library on Thursday, March 9 at 7 p.m. Written by and featuring Diana Beresford-Kroeger, the film draws the viewer into the green world that sustains life on this planet. Visit the Norfolk Library website www.norfolklibrary.org or call 860-542-5075 ext. 2 to register for this program.

Get to Know Norfolk NET (Networking Everyone Together)

Thursday, March 30, 6pm at the Norfolk Hub.

Norfolk NET has been building community relationships in Norfolk since 2017. Projects include the town food pantry, Norfstroms shed at the transfer ttation, and the Pay It Forward, Norfolk! grant program. Come to the Hub on Thursday, March 30 at 6 p.m. to learn about NET and the resources available.Free with in-person and virtual options available.  Register at norfolkfoundation.net/hub-events or call 860-542-7185, ext. 250.

Books and Boots on March 18

Read “Bringing Nature Home: How You Can Sustain Wildlife with Native Plants” by Doug Tallamy, then join us for your choice of discussion groups. You can either join us at the Norfolk Library at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 18 for an in-person discussion or you can lace up your boots as we hike the Tait Trail at 1 p.m.. in Norfolk to discuss. Please visit the Norfolk Library website www.norfolklibrary.org or call 860-542-5075 ext. 2 to register for this program.

Community Guided Meditation

On Thursday, March 16 from 6 to 7 p.m., the Norfolk Hub will host Community Guided Meditation with Nancy Monk of the Healing Nest. Bring your yoga mat and/or blanket, if you like.Mats and other props will be provided. Free of charge. Donations for the Norfolk Food Pantry welcomed. Registration required. Visit www.norfolkfoundation.net/hub-activities to register.

Mindfulness Series with Miranda Lee

Mindfulness practitioner Miranda Lee continues her classes in March with the topic Stress Management. Sponsored by the library, this course is offered via Zoom from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. on Fridays. Anyone can join at any time. Please visit the Norfolk Library website or call 860-542-5075 ext. 2 for the Zoom link.

Past Life Regression Group

Join the Past Life Regression Group Session with Dianna Hofer of the Healing Nest on Thursday, March 23 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Norfolk Hub. Bring your yoga mat and/or blanket, if you like.  Mats and other props will be provided. Free of charge.Donations for the Norfolk Food Pantry welcomed. Registration required. Visit www.norfolkfoundation.net/hub-activites to register.

All CT Reads: When Women Were Dragons  

Please join us on Sunday, March 26 at 2 p.m.. for our All CT Reads book discussion of “When Women Were Dragons” by Kelly Barnhill. Set in the 1950s, this speculative fiction alternative history of the United States provides an interesting and thought-provoking twist on female choice, especially as we celebrate National Women’s History Month in March. Multiple copies of the book are available at the library. Please register at the Norfolk Library to reserve your copy of the book and to reserve a spot in our discussion. Tea and cookies will be served.

Wild Magic at the Library

Federally Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator and Animal Control Officer Angela Grano will bring Wild Magic to the Norfolk Library on Wednesday, March 29, at 3:30 p.m. Wild Magic is an interactive wildlife program dedicated to bringing awareness and personal pro-action for habitat conservation through the telling of true, and often astounding, stories. Please visit the Norfolk Library website www.norfolklibrary.org or call 860-542-5075 ext. 2 to register for this program.

Contemporary German Film Series

 At the Norfolk Library on Thursday evenings in March, film director Diego Ongaro will introduce three powerful and unique films that recently sprouted from the Berlin School, a German film movement that started in the mid 90s and created radically new images of German society: “Toni Erdman” (March 16 at 6:30 p.m.), “Western” (March 23 at 6:30 p.m.), and “Great Freedom” (March 30 at 7 p.m.). Please visit the Norfolk Library website or call 860-542-5075 ext. 2 to register for this program.

Cookbook Author Talk

 March is National Nutrition Month, and best-selling cookbook author, Terry Walters, will be at the Norfolk Library on March 20 at 6 p.m.. to introduce her cookbook “NOURISH – Plant-based recipes to feed body mind and soul.” NOURISH features 200 vegan and gluten-free seasonal recipes, abundant information on healthy cooking techniques, tools, and tips, plus an entire section dedicated to fermentation and gut health. Please visit the Norfolk Library website or call 860-542-5075 ext. 2 to register.