It’s Time for an Annual Tradition
It that time of year again—time to browse through an amazing selection of books, 75 percent of which are hardcover, all donated from Norfolk’s private libraries and others. The annual Norfolk Library Book Sale will take place on Saturday, Aug. 23, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 24 from 10:30 a.m. to […]
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Sidewalk SundayJoin us on Sunday, Aug. 3, on Station Place from 1 to 5 p.m. for a sidewalk filled with Norfolk artists, authors and organizations showcasing their talents! It’s Weekend in Norfolk’s new event, Sidewalk Sunday, with live music and special finds for everyone to enjoy. Terra String Quartet at the New Marlborough Meeting HouseThe […]
Read, Make Things, Have Fun!
The Norfolk Library has chosen a theme for this year’s summer reading program: “Color Our World.” Children and families are invited to meander down a path of art and creativity, embracing various ways that art, nature, science and movement can “color our world”—as demonstrated by Eli Strumolo, above. Children will receive a whimsical reading log […]
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“Always Proud” Pride PicnicPlease join friends and neighbors on Sunday, July 6, from 4 to 6 p.m. for a potluck picnic on the Town Green in celebration of Pride, which is never limited to a single month. There will be games, info, swag and general fun. 4-6 PM on the town green. Hosted by Church […]
Llamas at the Library
Students from Botelle Elementary met Alex, a two-year-old llama from Country Quilt Llama Farm, at the Norfolk Library’s Corner Club. Owner Debbie Labbe, who has shared her llamas for over 30 years, talked about llamas, answered questions, and read “Is Your Mama a Llama?” to the group. Kids took turns petting Alex and went home […]
Library Fills Kids’ Summer With Color
By Andra MossThe Norfolk Library has selected “Color Our World” as the theme for its 2025 Summer Reading Program. The program will run for seven weeks on Monday evenings, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., from June 16 to July 28. The program will explore design, art and science, encouraging young readers to connect with the […]
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Friday Nights on the GreenNorfolk’s annual summer series on the village green begins this month. Enjoy popsicles and games on June 6, hosted by Botelle School PTO, with live music from local artist Andy Styles. On June 13, the Norfolk Library hosts the annual Pet Parade, with musical guest Julie Autumn Ford. Freund’s Farm Market […]
Receipt of Library Funds in Question
By Avice Meehan Librarians across Connecticut let out a collective gasp in early April when the federal government abruptly cancelled grants to the Connecticut State Library and two other states, California and Washington. The $2.1 million grant pays for important statewide infrastructure that supports libraries from Norfolk in the Northwest Corner to Norwich on shoreline […]
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Justine Ickes to Exhibit at LibraryContemporary art by Justine Ickes will be on display at the Norfolk Library during the month of May. A Torrington resident, Justine creates nature-inspired art that brings people a sense of joy and lightness. Please join us at a reception for the artist on Sunday, May 4, from 4 to […]
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Calling Young Artists From Norfolk and Colebrook The deadline filing an application for a Battell Arts Foundation scholarship is Monday, April 21. Young artists in Norfolk and Colebrook are urged to apply. The scholarships are offered to students in grades 3 through 12 who are pursuing an interest in music, visual arts, drama, literary and performing […]
