An Extraordinary Legacy: The Photographs of Marie H. Kendall, from June 2

The Norfolk Historical Society & Museum opens its 2018 season on June 2 with an exciting look at Norfolks’ own 19th-century photographer. Marie Kendall arrived in Norfolk in 1884 just as Norfolk was undergoing a transformation from mill town to bustling summer colony. Over the next several decades Kendall diligently recorded the life of the town and its inhabitants. The exhibition will feature original photographs and new prints made from the museum’s recently digitized glass plate negative collection. The museum, located at 13 Village Green, is open Saturday and Sunday June to Oct. from 1 to 4 p.m. or by appointment. Please visit the website norfolkhistoricalsociety.org for additional details, membership & contact info.

Norfolk Land Trust to Offer Connecticut Trails Day Hike, June 3

As part of the statewide Trails Day, the Norfolk Land Trust will lead a hike around the North Swamp Trail to the Ells Crane Trail on Sunday, June 3 from 1 to 3 p.m. The land trust recently connected the two trails for a loop that is about 3 miles long. Meet near the Botelle School tennis courts to start the hike. Trail leaders will be Henry and Robin Tirrell. There may be some wet areas, so please wear appropriate footwear.

Community Potluck Luncheon, June 8

On Friday, June 8, the Immaculate Conception Church of Norfolk at 4 North Street will be hosting a community potluck luncheon.at 12 p.m. It will be held behind the Church in Klauer Hall, where there is ample parking. All are invited to bring a dish of food that you like and a friend. If you are new in town it’s a great opportunity to meet your neighbors and share your story with us and ours with you!

Browsing, Bidding and Bites, June 9

Join us at Battell Chapel for our annual auction supporting the Church of Christ Congregational Norfolk, on Saturday, June 9 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wine will be served, beer from Big Elm Brewery, and delicious hors d’oeuvres from our chefs at Infinity Bistro and Wood Creek Bar and Grill. Bid on concert tickets and a picnic from Station Place; a farm-to-table dinner; stays at one of Norfolk’s three inns or in Miami, Colorado or Italy; tickets to a Red Sox game; and many other items. Tickets are $25 and the bidding closes promptly at 7 p.m. For more information call 860-542-5721 or email cchurch01@snet.net.

Morris Dancers at the Library, June 9

Come enjoy the Morris Dancers on Saturday, June 9, at 10:15 a.m. when they make their annual stop at the Norfolk Library. Morris dance is a form of English folk dance of ancient origin based on rhythmic stepping by a group of dancers, usually wearing bell pads on their shins and often wielding implements such as sticks, swords and handkerchiefs. The tradition comes from England, though similar dances can be found in France, Spain, Italy and Romania.

Conservation Commission Plant Exchange at the Farmers Market, June 9

Bring in a nasty invasive shrub from your yard and get a lovely native in return for free, one per household. Think barberry, honeysuckle, and buckthorn in particular. The Conservation Commission will have a table at the June 9 Farmers Market.

Open House at Colebrook Historical Society, June 10

The Colebrook Historical Society welcomes you to an open house on Sunday, June 10, from 3 to 5 p.m., to celebrate our wedding-themed 2018 exhibit, Here Comes the Bride, at the historic Seymour Inn, intersection of Routes 183 and 182A, in the center of Colebrook. For further information contact Carol Lord at carol.9508@yahoo.com or 860-738-8244.

Summer Reading Program, from June 15

The Norfolk Library is excited to announce the 2018 Summer Reading Program, “Libraries Rock,” open to all children, readers and non-readers alike. Programs will include puppet shows, animals, dancing, music, science demos, and good old rockin’ fun. Mark your calendars for the kick-off party on Friday, June 15, at 6:30 p.m., featuring an amazing multi-media presentation by electric violinist Caryn Lin. Watch sound waves become visible in this exciting program. On Monday, June 25, at 6:30 p.m. Matica Circus Arts will present an interactive program with juggling, stilt walking, and other circus activities. Our Summer Reading Program will continue on Monday evenings through July, ending with a grand finale puppet show on Friday, August 3. Please sign up at the library. For more information, email Eileen Fitzgibbons, Head of Children’s Services, at efitzgibbons@biblio.org.

A Closer Look at Our Region

On Monday, June 4, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Peter Taylor of the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation will preview work underway to support efforts to build a stronger region.  Event is free but, seating is limited.  Register at the Norfolk Foundation website or contact Dawn at 860-541-0463. .

Fiber Optics Initiative

Felicia Jones of Northwest ConneCT will speak on Monday, June 25 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. about the advantages a fiber optic network with unlimited capacity. Event is free but, seating is limited.  Register at www.norfolkfoundation.net/hub-events or contact Dawn at 860-541-0463.

Internship at the Norfolk Library

Learn more about what it is like to work in a library! This paid position is for three to four hours on alternate weekends throughout the year. Duties include shelving books, helping patrons and working on special projects. Completion of ninth grade is required. Applications are available at the library.