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Summer in Norfolk features an astonishing array of activities from concerts and talks to writing workshops and  outdoor adventures, including a church service at Tobey Pond. Norfolk Now is able to list only a sampling of what’s on tap for the adventurous soul. Visit the town website at www.norfolkct.org and also check out individual organizations: Norfolk Hub, Great Mountain Forest, Norfolk Library, Aton Forest, the United Church of Christ and Infinity Hall. You won’t be disappointed!

Tom Hlas Exhibition

New paintings by Norfolk resident Tom Hlas will be displayed at the Norfolk Library in July in an exhibition entitled “Finding Our Way.” A reception will be held July 5 from 4-6 p.m. and Hlas will give a talk on July 12 at 2:30 p.m.

From Sea to Shining Sea

The film “From Sea to Shining Sea: Katharine Lee Bates and the Story of America the Beautiful” will be screened at the Norfolk Library on July 2 at 10 a.m. Coffee and scones will be served. Call the library to register at 860-542-5075 ext. 2 or visit the website.

Summer Reading at the Library

Summer reading events for children, sponsored the Norfolk Library Associates, will continue on Mondays in July at 5:30 p.m.: an animal mask workshop (July 6); learning about fossils with geologist Tom Legg (July 13); and family stories with puppeteer Adelka (July 20). The final program, “A Look Inside Nile, the Inflatable Humpback Whale” will be held on Thursday, July 30. Some programs are limited. Visit www.norfolklibrary.org or call 860-542-5075 ext. 2.

Poetry Workshop

Poet Sally Van Doren will lead a poetry workshop on Wednesday Poet Sally Van Doren will lead a poetry workshop on Wednesday and registration is required; participants will need to navigate stairs to the upstairs conference room. Register at register at the library website or call 860-542-5075 ext. 2

Bump in the Night?

Great Mountain Forest and the Norfolk Land Trust are teaming up to host a talk about “Things that Go Bump in the Night” about the life of the nighttime forest. The speaker is Ginny Apple, a master wildlife conservationist. It’s on July 11 at 1:30 p.m. at the Norfolk Hub. Visit www.norfolkhub.org to register.

Nature & Brain Health

Dr. Susan Masino, a professor at Hartford’s Trinity College, will speak on Sunday, July 12, at 4 p.m. at Battell Chapel on “Nature& Brain Health.” The talk is sponsored by Aton Forest and the United Church of Christ. An exhibition celebrating the centennial of the Aton Forest will also be on display at the Norfolk Hub, which is open Monday through Friday.

Lunch & Learn

The next Lunch & Learn program for seniors is scheduled for Monday, July 13, from 11:30 to 1 p.m. at the Norfolk Library. In recognition of Bastille Day, Marie-Christine Perry will present her insights into French culture and bring a light lunch of French cuisine to share. Registration is required. Call 860-542-5075 ext. 2 or visit www.norfolklibrary.org.

The Forme of Curry

On July 14 at 5:30 p.m., scholar Lucy Mookerjee will present a talk about the ways in which a medieval cookery book entitled “The Forme of Curry” served as a culinary manual while also being tied to the crisis of authority in the last decade of the reign of Richard II. To register, visit www.norfolklibrary.org or call 860-542-5075 ext. 2.

World Cup Watch Party

Teens (only) are invited to the Norfolk Library to watch the semi-final matches of the World Cup on Tuesday, July 14, and Wednesday, July 15, at 3 p.m. Refreshments will be served in the Teen Owl Cove.

Sound Bath at Battell

Lisa Pepino will lead an immersive sound bath experience on Wednesday, July 15, at 5 p.m. at Battell Chapel. Pepino will use the sounds of drums, bowls, gong and chime. Walk-ins are welcome, but registration is appreciated at romancepioneer@yahoo.com. The suggested donation is $20

Mark Your Calendars

Great Mountain Forest is holding two major workshops in August. Writers will convene for a three-day retreat from Aug. 7-9 to explore how the natural world shapes language. The program draws inspiration from Hal Borland, the late outdoor writer and naturalist, who lived in Salisbury for many years. From Aug. 14-16, educators and forestry professionals will gather to share knowledge and experience. Full details about both programs, including registration and fee information, can be found at https://greatmountforest.org. Look under the events tab.