Trash to Literary Treasures: This Week Has it All
It's hard to tell where Norfolk's interests will settle in any given week--last week it was banned books-- but the coming days will touch on a wide array of topics. There will be an update on Zero Line's efforts to assist Ukraine in its fight for sovereignty; an up-close look at the splendid architecture in the town's center; a discussion of carbon and climate; a look at how best to utilize the town's transfer station and, oh yeah, the opening salvo in the three-day Haystack Book Festival. Tomi Obaro, a writer and editor for BuzzFeed, will present the Festival's Brendan Gill Lecture Friday, which will be followed by diverse discussion over the next two days.
For more about what’s happening, visit norfolkct.org's calendar section, your daily directory to Norfolk living. Be sure to forward this newsletter to a friend so they can sign up for a free subscription.
Mindfulness Series Continues on Zoom
In this series, mindfulness practitioner Miranda Lee will teach participants how to live a more mindful life and equip them with the tools they need to help build resilience against the challenges of day-to-day life. Some gentle movement (no special clothing or equipment required) will be incorporated into the course. This course is moving from the library and will be offered via Zoom from 9:15-10:15 a.m. on Fridays. Anyone can join at any time. Register here.
Teen Movie Night Friday at Library
The Norfolk Library Teen Advisory Council is hosting a movie night a movie, "Ferris Bueller's Day Off," Friday, September 23, at 7:00 p.m. The event is open to children in seventh grade and older (no adults allowed). No reservations are needed. Popcorn and beverages will be served.
"Live from Ukraine" Program Saturday
Join Ian Miller and Evan Platt of Zero Line Saturday, September 24, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Norfolk Hub (or virtually) for Live from Ukraine, an update on the war and the efforts being made by Zero Line to support the citizens of that country as they fight for their lives. Registration is required for in-person attendance as space is limited and can be made by clicking here. To register to watch the talk virtually, click here.
Church of Christ Plans New Member Information Meeting
The Church of Christ is offering a new member information session at about 11:00 a.m. following its Sunday, September 25, worship service. Those interested in learning more about becoming a member should feel free to join this informational get-together with Pastor Erick Olsen and some lay leaders. Those who might wish to join--and others who are just curious about the church--are welcome. For more information call the church office at 860-542-5721.
Architecture Tour Set for Saturday
Norfolk, with a population of only 1600, is nevertheless crowned with a collection of unique structures from the golden age of architecture. Barry Webber of the Norfolk Historical Society will lead a stroll around the historic downtown and tell of the talented architects who lent a hand in the town's development Sunday, September 25, at 1:00 p.m. The program is part of the annual Housatonic Heritage walks staged throughout the region. For more information, click here. Register here. Meet at the Norfolk Historical Society at 13 Village Green.
"Connecting Carbon, Climate and Conservation Panel Sunday
Great Mountain Forest is among six environmental groups presenting "Connecting Carbon, Climate, and Conservation" Sunday, September 25, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Lions Rock Farm, 30 Hosier Road, in Sharon. Panelists Dr. Eileen Fielding, Sharon Audubon Center; Julia Rogers, M.S., Housatonic Valley Association; Dan Carr and Ben Crockett, Berkshire Ag Ventures, and Matt Gallagher, Great Mountain Forest, will discuss how to capture carbon to keep our region resilient to climate change. The program is free, but pre-registration is required here.
"What Goes Where?" at the Transfer Station Talk Tuesday
A talk, "What Goes Where?," slated for Tuesday, September 27, at 6:00 p.m. at the Norfolk Hub, will discuss how to make the most of the Norfolk Transfer Station. There are now more options than ever to reduce, reuse and recycle at the transfer station with the addition of the new textiles recycling bins and the Norfstroms Swap Shop Shed. Jimmy Powelzyk, transfer attendant, and Kelly Kandra Hughes, Norfstroms volunteer, will reveal specific rules related to the waste management systems and how to make the process easier for everyone involved. Click here to register.
Looking Ahead: Brendan Gill Lecture Opens Haystack Book Festival
Tomi Obaro, a writer and editor for BuzzFeed, will kick off the 2022 Haystack Book Festival at the Norfolk Library Friday, September 30, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., when she presents the Brendan Gill Lecture. Obaro's debut novel, "Dele Weds Destiny," has been described as a beautiful story about "the complicated labor of friendship and parentage." Click here to register to attend in-person, or register here to watch via livestream on Zoom. The lecture will be followed by a public reception at Manor House Inn, 69 Maple Ave., catered by the Norfolk Pub. Haystack Festival lectures continue through October 2. Check the town website's calendar for all the details.
Municipal Meetings
There are no municipal meetings this week.
And Coming Up Next ...
The Haystack Book Festival dominates the first part of next week but, just when you have absorbed all the ideas your head can hold, you can kick back and enjoy a pleasant afternoon of gentle sport when the Station Place Cafe hosts its annual bocce competition. Check the town website's calendar for all the details.
Municipal meetings next week include the Inland Wetlands Agency, Website Committee, Historic District Commission, Board of Education, Farmers Market Committee and Board of Selectmen.
And be sure to visit Weekend in Norfolk's YouTube channel where you'll find tours, music, art, kids' activities and a lot more. For municipal meeting dates and other information, click here.
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