Through the Looking Glass
The cathedral stained-glass window removed from Battell Chapel in January made its return on a cold May afternoon following complex repairs and restoration undertaken by the Glass Source Stained Glass Studio. The window, which had undergone prior repairs, now awaits a protective glass covering that will be installed by Sullivan Glass. The fundraising committee leading […]
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
Norfolk Speaks My name is Peter O’Brien, and I have been a Norfolk resident for 40 years. A few months ago, I began volunteering aPantry. For those who may not be aware, our pantry is run exclusively by volunteers who foster deep personal connections with those we serve. Our mission is simple: to combat hunger […]
THE CELESTIAL SPHERE
Transitioning from Spring to Summer – Solar Flares Expected By Matthew Johnson We transition from spring to summer on the Summer Solstice, June 21, at 4:24 a.m. On this longest day of the year, the sun rises at 5:07 a.m. and sets at 8:25 p.m., affording us 15 hours and 18 minutes of daylight and […]
NORFOLK WEATHER
Tied As Fifth Warmest April By Russell Russ April’s weather this year was tame. Temperatures were up and down throughout the month, which is normal for the seasonal transition month of April. It might not have felt like it, but this April was warmer than normal. It had more ups than downs for temperatures. Tree […]
NOTES FROM A FRENCH KITCHEN
Rhubarb Heralds the Spring By Marie-Christine Perry The first edible in my garden is usually rhubarb, followed quickly by asparagus, both valued in my kitchen—fresh and preserved! Beyond the celebrated strawberry rhubarb pie, I like rhubarb in many guises: in compote, jam, chutney and cake, but also in unexpected savory dishes, where its acidity is […]
Community News
Church Auction – Online and in Person Save the date for the Church of Christ Congregational auction to be held Sat. June 20 at Battell Chapel from 5 to 7 p.m. with bidding closing promptly at 6:30 p.m. Join other guests for small bites and beverages and live music while browsing and bidding on vacation […]
Norfolk Then…
Designed by architect Alfredo Taylor and still standing at the end of Golf Drive, this pavilion was built on the nine-hole Norfolk Downs as a gathering place for golfers. The large central room with cobblestone walls and a massive stone fireplace once had glazed windows on the north side, while the terrace on the south […]
View from the Green
Can Infinity Bistro Return? By Andra Moss Neighbors: if Norfolk is to have an evening restaurant, now is the time for action. GoodWorks Entertainment Group, owners since 2019 of Infinity Music Hall and Bistro, is inviting the town’s input on whether and how to reopen a restaurant at their property. GoodWorks will throw wide the […]
Inside the Yale Norfolk Summer School of Art
A season of student and community activity By Patricia Platt For over 80 years, the Ellen Battell Stoeckel Trust has endowed Yale University’s summer music and art programs in Norfolk. The renowned Yale Norfolk School of Art opens the 2026 summer season on May 23, before the Norfolk Chamber Music Festival begins, and shares its […]
Torrington Transfer Station Sale Dilemma
New trash authority faces critical vote By Joe Kelly With support from many towns (including Norfolk) and the backing of local state legislators from both parties, plans for a regional trash authority, the Northwest Resource Recovery Authority (NRRA), have gained momentum, but face a crucial test. Will the state hand over the Torrington Transfer Station […]
