3/10 Cub Scouts Pack 125 Pinewood Derby to be held at the H. Olive Day School gym, 9:00a.m. to 12:00 noon on Saturday, March 10.

3/15 Cub Scouts Pack 125 Sport Night/Pack meeting at the H. Olive Day School gym, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m on Thursday, March 15. The tootsie-pop fundraiser sign-up.

3/22 Cub Scouts Pack 125 Sport Night/Pack meeting at the Freeman-Centennial School gym on Thursday, March 22, from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

3/29 The Parents Advisory Council for Special Education (PAC) will be sponsoring a speaker from Tech Acess. This company provides assistance in using technology to assist students (and others) with special needs. The meeting will be from 7 - 8 pm in the H. Olive Day Library on Thursday, March 29.

4/5 The next meeting for the Parents Advisory Council for Special Education (PAC meeting) will be on April 5th at 7:00 pm at the H. Olive Day School. All thoses interested are welcome to attend.

4/5 Cub Scout Pack 125 Meeting at the Federated Church on Thursday, April 5, from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

4/5 Planning Board Public Information Meeting, in Room 124 at Town Hall on April 5, 7:30 pm.

4/7 NCL Nearly New Sale will be held on Saturday, April 7, at the H. Olive Day School from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. For information or to volunteer, contact E. Hughes at 541-6986.

4/7 The town Rabies Clinic will be held at the highway garage by the transfer station on April 7 from 9 to 11 am. Cats and dogs are $8.00 per animal.

4/10 The Norfolk Education Enrichment Foundation (NEEF) will be holding its next meeting on April 10th, at 8:00pm in Room 25 of the Town Hall. This new group has been formed to raise funds for innovative educational programs in the Norfolk public schools. Grant Review and Fundraising Committees are now forming. Questions? Email NEEF@mediaone.net or contact Robert L. at 508-541-5361.

4/12 Meet the Candidates Night is on April 12, 7:30 pm, at the MacBride Auditorium at F-C. There's a question-and-answer period; the public is invited to bring questions.

4/13 Hopefully the real start of Norfolk over-30 pick-up soccer season (last week was reportedly rained out; I was out of town). Players usually meet on the Freeman-Centennial fields around 6:30, and games will move to Wednesday evenings mid-June, but I don't have the current schedule handy.

4/14 Easter Egg hunt at 10:15 am - no preregistration; all ages 2-10.

4/16 - 4/20 Storm debris collection week. Drag brush and tree limbs to the edge of the street, from there it will be picked up by the highway department. Due to the variability of the work, neighborhood schedules are not available. Monday is a holiday, so the collection starts Tuesday, 4/17.

4/19 Planning Board hearing for proposed changes to the the Norfolk zoning by-laws for the Southwood Caritas area on Thursday, April 19, 2001 at 7:45 pm in Town Hall.

4/25 The Personnel Board will be holding a Public Hearing on Wednesday April 25 at 7:30 pm, Room 124, Town Hall. The subject of the hearing are the proposed changes to the personnel bylaws that will be voted on at the upcoming Town Meeting on May 1, 2001. Details about the specific articles are available at Town Hall or in the library lobby; the town warrant is on-line here.

5/1 Town election.

5/1 Library Open House Information Session giving tours of the library and explaining about the expansion project. Held at 4:30 - 5:30pm and 7:00 - 8:30pm on Tuesday, May 1.

5/2 Library Open House Information Session giving tours of the library and explaining about the expansion project. Held at 4:30 - 5:30pm and 7:00 - 8:30pm on Wednesday, May 2.

5/3 Library Open House Information Session giving tours of the library and explaining about the expansion project. Held at 4:30 - 5:30pm and 7:00 - 8:30pm on Thursday, May 3.

5/5 Town meeting.

5/10 The Next PAC (parent Advisory Council for Children with Special Needs) meeting is Thursday, May 10th at 7:30pm at the H. Olive Day School Conference Room. All interested people are welcome to attend.

5/12 Norfolk Garden Club Annual Plant Sale on Town Hill, 8:30 to noon.

5/12 Mirror Lake clean-up day is Saturday, May 12th from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please meet at Mirror Lake Beach. Come for an hour or the day. Drinks and lunch will be provided. Thanks in advance for your help.

5/23 Jazz Night at King Philip High, 7:30 pm.

5/23 May 23, 7:30 pm: King Philip School Building Project, Public Information Forum, Wood Elementary School, Plainville

5/24 May 24, 7:30 pm: King Philip School Building Project, Public Information Forum, King Philip North, Norfolk

5/28 Monday May 28, 7:45 am Memorial Day Parade at the Norfolk Fire Station.

5/29 The next Norfolk Education Enrichment Foundation (NEEF) meeting will be held on May 29th, Tuesday, at 8:00pm in Room 25 of the Town Hall. This new group has been formed to raise funds for innovative educational programs in the Norfolk public schools. Questions? Email NEEF or contact President Robert L. at 508-541-5361.

5/29 May 29, 7:30 pm: King Philip School Building Project, Public Information Forum, Wood Elementary School, Plainville

6/5 Tuesday, June 5, 6:30 pm - Summer Concert at Town Hill featuring the King Philip Band

6/5 June 5th, 7:30 pm: King Philip School Building Project, Public Information Forum, Vogel School Auditorium, Wrentham

6/7 The Next PAC meeting (parent Advisory Council for Children with Special Needs) is Thursday, June 7th at 10:00 am the H. Olive Day School Conference Room. All interested people are welcome to attend.

6/7 Norfolk Lions' Youth Soccer Registration, 4:30 - 7:00 pm at the H. Olive Day School library (also on 6/10, 12-3pm). Download sign-up and volunteer forms here (34K PDF).

6/7 June 7th, 7:30 pm: King Philip School Building Project, Public Information Forum, Freeman Centennial Manos Library, Norfolk

6/9 The 5th Annual Norfolk 5K Run/Walk, sponsored by the Norfolk Community League. Proceeds to go toward new bullet proof vests for the Norfolk Police Department. Medals awarded in 7 age categories (-19, 20-29, ..., 69-70, 70+). Registration is $15, and includes parking and admission to Norfolk Road Safety Day. For more information, call Carmen at 508-541-7472. The race will be held rain or shine on Saturday, June 9, at 10 am. More information available in this announcement.

6/10 Norfolk Lions' Youth Soccer Registration, 12:00 - 3:00 pm at the Freeman-Centennial soccer fields. Download sign-up and volunteer forms here (34K PDF).

6/11 Special Town Election to vote on the King Philip debt exclusion (temporary tax override until paid) and a $300K override for our highways.

6/11 Monday June 11: Registration for "First of All ... READ!" summer reading program. Details at the library, or on the library home page.

6/12 King Philip High Symphony Band Concert on Town Hill, 7pm.

6/13 Over-30 Pickup Soccer switches to Wednesdays, starting this week.

6/14 Thursday, June 14, 6:30 pm - Summer Concert at Town Hill featuring Irish music by McMurphy's Band

6/11 - 6/14 Monday, June 11 - Thursday, June 14: Scholastic Book Fair at the library in the Jeanne D. Hill Meeting Room, during regular library hours Pick up new paperbacks for your summer reading pleasure. Many of the titles on the schools' summer reading lists will be available. All proceeds benefit the Friends of the Library.

6/16 Norfolk Community Day, aka. Olde Tyme Day, held on the Holmes property on Myrtle Street. Hay rides, entertainment, food, antique cars, miniature train rides, fun for the whole family. Saturday, June 16.

6/18 The June 18 Special Town Meeting is to discuss upcoming capital projects, including library and fire station expansion and the municipal golf course.

6/21 Thursday, June 21, 6:30 pm - Summer Concert at Town Hill featuring the Wolverine Jazz Band

6/25 The Hockomock Area YMCA will be running its Summer Fun Club for Norfolk children in 1st thru 6th grade at Freeman Centennial School beginning on June 25th. This program provides thematic activities enhanced by weekly field trips to places such as NE Aquarium, Fun Way USA, Pawsox game and more. Children must pre-register for weeks and days they want to attend. For more information please call or email Mary Varr 508 528-8708 ext 105. - MV

6/28 Thursday, June 28, 6:30 pm - Summer Concert at Town Hill featuring a variety of music by the Infractions

7/10 Tuesday, July 10 7 pm, New England Opera Theater, at the library. Details are on the library programs page.

7/12 Thursday, July 12, 6:30 pm - Fairy Tale Children's Theater at Town Hill.

7/15 Registration deadline for Norfolk Lions' Soccer. Registration forms can be found at the town library or or downloaded in PDF format - CS.

7/17 Tuesday July 17, 3 pm Magician Lon Cerel at the library. Details are on the library programs page.

7/19 Thursday, July 19, 6:30 pm - Summer Concert at Town Hill featuring Big Band music by the Norwood Community Band

7/26 Thursday, July 26, 3 pm ``First People'' with Walks in Peace at the library. Details are on the library programs page.

7/26 Thursday, July 26, 6:30 pm - Summer Concert at Town Hill featuring country music by John Penny.

8/9 Thursday, August 9 at 10:30 am Wild songs and natural stories by Jay Mankita at the library. Details are on the library programs page.

8/15 Wednesday August 15, 6:30 pm Children's entertainers Peter and Ellen Allard at the library. Details are on the library programs page.

8/27 The Norfolk Schools Open House will be held on Monday, August 27. The H. Olive Day open house will start at 9:00am, Freeman-Centennial at 10:30.

9/4 Warrant articles due for 2001 Fall Town Meeting.

9/8 Emmanuel Baptist Church Fall Fair on Saturday, Sept. 8, from 11am to 2pm.

9/21 The ``Friday Night Friends Only'' used book sale will be held Friday, September 21 from 7 to 9 p.m. Attendance to this event, which precedes the Book and Bake Sale on Saturday, September 22, is limited to Friends of the Library. Don't miss this opportunity to be the first to purchase from a selection of over 15,000 books for children and adults. Prices range from .25 cents to $1. Sign up to become a Friend anytime at the library or starting at 6:45 p.m. Friday evening for a $15. donation.

9/22 Mercury fever thermometer swap at the Transfer Station, 9am to noon.

9/22 The Friends of the Norfolk Public Library Book and Bake Sale will be held Saturday, September 22 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Norfolk Public Library. Over 15,000 used books for children and adults will be sold. Prices range from .25 cents to $1 each. Homemade baked goods also for sale. For children: free story hours at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. and craft activities throughout the day. All proceeds benefit the Norfolk Public Library.

9/22 Federated Church Harvest Festival on Saturday, 9/22.

9/22 King Philip HS Marching Band Preview Show Saturday, September 22, 6-9pm at the High School. This year the band is performing Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker, with a little Ellington thrown in for spice. The band will once again be taking this show to the National Championships in Indianapolis in November. See the KP marching band page for more.

9/27 The Norfolk PAC (Parent Advisory Counsel for children with Special Needs) 1st meeting of the year will be held on on Thursday, Sept 27th, at 7:00 pm, at H. Olive Day School. We look forward to a great start to a new school year, and encourage anyone with interest to attend.

9/29 Senior Golf Outing to Pine Acres in Bellingham.

10/6 Neighborhood yard sale Sat. 10/6 9am-1pm. Hampton St., Berkshire St., Essex St. & Erin Ln. Furniture, Tractor, baby stuff and more . . . come find a treasure and meet our neighbors!

10/6 At 6:00 p.m. Saturday, October 6, the King Philip Warrior Marching Band invites all people in Wrentham, Norfolk and Plainville to attend a United States Scholastic Band Association (USSBA) marching band competition at the Arnold Mactaz Field, behind the King Philip Regional High School on Route 140. $6 for adults, $4 for children; additional details here.

10/9 No School Day for the Norfolk School District.

10/10 Warrant articles mailed to residents.

10/13 Norfolk Househould Hazardous Waste Day when unneeded hazardous waste may be brought to the transfer station for safe disposal.

10/17 Author's Night at the Library - Christina Shea In her first novel, Moira's Crossing, this Boston author shares the story of two sisters who emigrate from Ireland and face the challenges of a new world together in Boston. 8:00pm on Wednesday, October 17 at the Library. Refreshments will be served. $5 at the door, or free to Friends of the Norfolk Library members.

10/18 Fall Gathering Potluck The community is invited to attend a Fall Gathering Potluck Supper on Thursday evening, October 18th at 6:30 pm. at the Federated Church of Norfolk. If you have questions, please call the church office, 508-528-0262.

10/18 NCL Fall membership meeting The Norfolk Community League is holding its fall membership meeting on Thursday night, October 18th, starting at 7:30pm. Details available here. Current members, and anyone interested in joining the organization, are welcome to attend.

10/20 NCTV Open House on Saturday, Oct 20, from 1pm to 4pm at the new NCTV studios located at 227 Dedham St. (Route 1A).

10/23 Buckley-Mann property PIP (public involvement) meeting, scheduled by the Mass DEP (Department of Environmental Protection), at 7pm in the Freeman-Centennial school auditorium. Open to the public. The meeting about is the hazardous contamination on the Buckley-Mann property, which the Town intends to purchase for a town golf course.

10/24 Author's Night at the Library - Frederick Reiken In The Odd Sea, Mr. Reiken tells of the disappearance of a teen-aged son and the effect this has on all of the members of his family in the years following. The Odd Sea is his first novel. His second was recently released in paperback and is called The Lost Legends of New Jersey. Mr. Reiken is currently teaching graduate writing classes at Emerson College in Boston. 8:00pm on Wednesday, October 24 at the Library. Refreshments will be served. $5 at the door, or free to Friends of the Norfolk Library members.

10/25 Enrollment deadline for the Norfolk Ski Club discount passes to Wachusett Mountain. Details on the Bulletin Board.

10/27 Fall Town Meeting on Saturday, October 27, at King Philip High in Wrentham.

11/3 St. Jude's Women's Group will be hosting a Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday, November 3rd from 10am-3pm. The fair will take place at St. Jude's Church hall, 86 Main Street, Norfolk. Admission is $1. Please note: the hall is not wheelchair accessible.

11/4 Sunday, Nov 4th 6:00 PM - King Philip Marching Band Rally This year the KP Marching Band show is ``The Nutcracker: From the Ballet to the Nightclub'' featuring music by Tchaikovsky and Duke Ellington. So far this year the band has won every competition including the prestigious Bands of America Northeast Regional Championships at Hofstra University. Join the rally and help send them off to the National Championships in Indianapolis!! Come see the show - admission is free. [Also visit the K.P. Marching Band home page.]

11/7 On Wednesday November 7th at 7 p.m., Debra Friedman, culinary historian and program coordinator at Old Sturbridge Village, will be discussing traditional foods prepared for Thanksgiving and why we eat what we do for this holiday. Her presentation will examine food preservation and production techniques of the 19th century that culminate in this harvest feast. A history of Thanksgiving as a National holiday will be included.

11/8 Soccer Club of Norfolk registration - an opporunity for girls and boys in grades 2-6 to play competetive soccer and travel to towns in the greater Boston area. The season runs 10 weeks starting on April 6th, with 2 practices/week and games on Saturday. Registration for Spring 2002 is taking place Thursday Nov 8th from 6:30-8pm at MacBride Auditorium of the Freeman-Centennial School and again on Sunday, November 11th from 4:30-7pm during the Annual Fall Soccer Banquet. Cost is $57 plus the field user fee AND a new uniform if not already purchased in 2001. Scolarships and family discount available. Applications can be picked up at the library after 11/11 and mailed in to PO Box 48 Norfolk until 11/19. Contact Sally V., Registrar with questions at 508-528-6462.

11/11 Soccer Club of Norfolk registration - an opporunity for girls and boys in grades 2-6 to play competetive soccer and travel to towns in the greater Boston area. The season runs 10 weeks starting on April 6th, with 2 practices/week and games on Saturday. Registration for Spring 2002 is taking place Thursday Nov 8th from 6:30-8pm at MacBride Auditorium of the Freeman-Centennial School and again on Sunday, November 11th from 4:30-7pm during the Annual Fall Soccer Banquet. Cost is $57 plus the field user fee AND a new uniform if not already purchased in 2001. Scolarships and family discount available. Applications can be picked up at the library after 11/11 and mailed in to PO Box 48 Norfolk until 11/19. Contact Sally V., Registrar with questions at 508-528-6462.

11/15 Author's Night at the Library - Chet Raymo In his novels, columns for the Boston Globe, and his nonfiction books, Mr. Raymo explores the relationships between science, nature and the humanities. His latest book is An Intimate Look At The Night Sky. His second novel, The Dork From Cork, was made into the motion picture "Frankie Starlight". Mr. Raymo is a Professor Emeritus from Stonehill College and lives locally. 8:00pm on Thursday, November 15 at the Library. Refreshments will be served. $5 at the door, or free to Friends of the Norfolk Library members.

11/17 St. Judes Womens Group is sponsoring a Norfolk Community Blood Drive on Saturday, November 17th from 9:00 - 3:00. Appointments are advisable, but walk-ins are welcome. If you have donated blood on or before September 22, you are eligible to donate again. Please call Julie @ 508-520-3303 or send an e-mail to StJudesWomensGroup@msn.com with desired time, name and telephone #. You will receive a confirming call/message with your appointment time.

11/17 Federated Church annual Holly Fair on Saturday, November 17th from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in the vestry of the church on Route 115 in the center of Norfolk. See the announcement here.

11/17-18 Leonid meteor shower, starting around 11pm EST on Saturday, November 17, and peaking at 5am Sunday morning.

11/19 Public Hearing per Board of Selectmen, to consider and vote the Use Classification of all properties in the town for tax purposes. November 19, 7:15pm in the Freeman-Centennial school MacBride Auditorium.

11/29 The Board of Selectmen will hold a Public Hearing at which the National Golf Foundation will present its Feasibility Study for the proposed municipal Golf Course on November 29 at 7:30 pm at the Freeman Centennial School.

12/8 The NCL's Santa Breakfast is on December 8th at 9-11. Cost is $4 for members and $5 for non-members, children under 2 are free. Get a picture taken with Santa for $2 or free if you bring in an item for the New Hope Women's Shelter. Come have fun with Mrs. Claus and bring your list for Santa. For more information call Jacqueline L., 553-9811; see also the announcement.

12/8 Immediately following the Santa Breakfast, NCL is holding it's first ever 3.1 mile Jingle Bell Run at 11. There will also be a 1/4 mile run for children at 11:45. The cost is $15 for adults and $5 for children. All proceeds will benefit Norfolk Together. For more information call Kris P., 528-5151; see also the announcement.

12/16 An Ecumenical Christmas Walk will be held in Norfolk on Sunday, December 16, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m, staring at St. Judes Church. For full details see the announcement.

12/17 Special election for providing money for the schools and the library.

1/5 Norfolk Baseball registration at the Freeman-Centennial School, 9am to 11:30am on the Saturdays of January 5 and January 12, 2002.

1/10 Norfolk Lions' Youth Soccer Spring 2002 Registration - January 10th and 17th at the H. Olive Day School Library from 3:30 to 6:30 (if school is cancelled either day due to weather, another registration will be held 3:30 to 6:30 on January 18th). Registration forms will also be available in the lobby of the Norfolk Public Library. Children must be at least 3 years of age and no older than 13 as of AUGUST 31, 2001 to be eligible to play. Registration costs are; $40 for 1 player, $60 for 2 players, $75 for 3 or more players. All games are played on Sunday afternoons. For more information contact Helen K. at 508-520-0163

1/12 Norfolk Baseball registration at the Freeman-Centennial School, 9am to 11:30am on the Saturdays of January 5 and January 12, 2002.

1/16 Bob Harkey, local wine expert and owner of Millis Package Discount, will present a one night "Introduction to Wines" on Wednesday January 16th at 7:30 pm. at the Norfolk Public Library. Open to the public free of charge.

1/16 Meeting of the Road Safety Committee, Town Hall, Romm 25 at 7:30 PM.

1/17 Norfolk Lions' Youth Soccer Spring 2002 Registration - January 10th and 17th at the H. Olive Day School Library from 3:30 to 6:30 (if school is cancelled either day due to weather, another registration will be held 3:30 to 6:30 on January 18th). Registration forms will also be available in the lobby of the Norfolk Public Library.

1/27 On Sunday, January 27th at 2 p.m., the Norfolk Public Library will host a roundtable discussion for members of local book groups, individuals who would like to start a book group or individuals who would like to join a book group. Please come and feel free to bring a friend!

2/1 Registration deadline for King Philip/Norfolk Men's Softball This over 30 league is now accepting registration for the 2002 season. Games are slow pitch and are ASA sanctioned. If you are interested in joining a team, or if you have a team that would like to join the league, please contact league president Craig K at 508-520-0163 for more information.

2/2 King Philip Walpole Youth Hockey registrations for 2002-2003, on Saturday, February 2, 2002 - Norfolk Arena, Myrtle Street, Norfolk, 9AM - 12 Noon. See the announcement for details.

2/3 Norfolk Baseball tryouts, all on Sundays: Feb 3, 8am - 1pm; Feb 10, 12pm - 6pm; Feb 24, 12pm - 6pm. Individual Players will be notified of exact date and time for tryouts after registration.

2/6 Everything you always wanted to know about Social Security (but were afraid to ask!) Wednesday February 6th 7:30 PM at the Norfolk Public Library. There will be a brief presentation and then an open question and answer session. Speaker: Kurt Czarnowski, Regional Communications Director for the Social Security Administration (and Norfolk resident).

2/7 The Norfolk Republican Town Committee will be meeting this Thursday, February 7th, in room 25 of the Town Hall at 6:30. We will be welcoming new members, discussing this year's elections, and planning activities for the coming year. If you can't make the meeting and/or would like to get involved, please call Rob G. at 508-520-6918.

2/9 King Philip Walpole Youth Hockey registrations for 2002-2003, on Saturday, February 9, 2002 - Iorio Twin Rinks, Route 1, Walpole, 9AM - 12 Noon. See the announcement for details.

2/9 Reserve the date, February 9 from 6:30 to midnight, NCL will hold their 4th annual Valentine's Day Dance and Silent Auction. Tickets are $100 for a couple. For ticket information call Kathy O., 520-3316. If you have an item for the auction NCL is currently accepting all donations. To make a donation call Nancy M. at 553-3921.

2/10 Norfolk Baseball tryouts, all on Sundays: Feb 3, 8am - 1pm; Feb 10, 12pm - 6pm; Feb 24, 12pm - 6pm. Individual Players will be notified of exact date and time for tryouts after registration.

2/13 King Philip Walpole Youth Hockey registrations for 2002-2003, on Wednesday, February 13, 2002 - Norfolk Town Hall, Rm 124, Main Street, 6 - 9 PM. See the announcement for details.

2/24 Norfolk Baseball tryouts, all on Sundays: Feb 3, 8am - 1pm; Feb 10, 12pm - 6pm; Feb 24, 12pm - 6pm. Individual Players will be notified of exact date and time for tryouts after registration.

2/24 Norfolk Cub Scouts Blue and Gold Banquet, held at the Franklin Lodge of Elks 1077 Pond St. Franklin from 4-7pm on February 24, 2002. See our 2nd Year Webelos move up to Boy Scouts. These Scouts should be proud of their accomplishments and we will honor them in a special ceremony. Dinner and entertainment will be provided. Ticket price $8. . For advance ticket info please contact John M. 508-553-3921. No tickets will be sold at the door.

2/26 The Ins and Outs of Collecting Antiques by Henry Callan, Antiques Dealer; at the Norfolk Public Library on Tuesday, February 26th at 7 pm.

3/13 Gardening with Feng Shui, a presentation by Carol St.Germain, to be held at the Freeman Centennial School MacBride Auditorium on Wednesday March 13 at 7:00 PM. Feng Shui means literally wind-water and is the 5,000 year-old Chinese environmental art of placement. Learn about the importance of balance and the flow of energy in the garden. Public Admission $5.00.

3/13 On Wednesday, March 13, the Norfolk Community League (NCL) is pleased to host Dr. James Popkin, a medical oncologist with Caritas Norwood Hospital as he presents ``Breast Cancer: Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis.'' Room 215 at Norfolk Town Hall, from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. Read more here.

3/16 The Franklin YMCA is having a Breakfast With Bunny on Saturday March 16, 2002 from 9:00-12:00. Please call for a reservation at 508 528-8708 ext 126. $3.00 per child and $6.00 per adult.

3/20 Meeting on March 20 @ 8:00 pm to hear comments on a Special Permit to allow for the continued operation of the Highway Dept. in a residential district.

4/6 The Third Annual Norfolk Nearly New Consignment Sale. will be held on Saturday April 6th at the cafeteria at the H. Olive Day School, Main Street, Norfolk. The Sale will be from 9:00 until 11:00 am; a half price sale will run from 11:30 to 12:30 p.m. Admission is free. Read more here.

4/6 Rabies clinic for dogs and cats, sponsored by the Norfolk Board of Health. The cost is $8.00 per animal. 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. at the Town of Norfolk Highway Garage on Medway Branch Road (across from the Transfer Station). For more information, please contact the Norfolk Board of Health office at 508-528-7747.

4/6 Adult pick-up soccer starts on Friday, April 6. 6:30pm Fridays on the Freeman-Centennial fields behind the basketball court, switching to Wednesdays on June 12.

4/7 "Dinner at the White House - a Feast of History" on Sunday, April 7th, 2:00 at the Norfolk Public Library. Judy Bernstein will host the program and will relate anecdotes about White House guests, menus, customs and manners that reflect the social history of our nation's capitol.

4/20 "It's Your Future" a free information session on Retirement Planning for Public Employees a Financial Education Program of State Treasurer Shannon O'Brien Saturday, April 20, 2002, Holiday Inn, Mansfield 8:30am - 2:30pm. Public Employees: For more information see URL: http://www.state.ma.us/treasury/itsyourfuture/IYF.htm and register today at: http://www.state.ma.us/treasury/itsyourfuture/regtoday.htm

4/21 Water Cooler 5K & Kid's Fun Run - Sunday, April 21st, 11:00 AM at the new Norfolk Senior Center - Sponsored by the Norfolk Men's Softball League, Johnston Real Estate, Lorusso Construction, & Postal Center USA - Proceeds to the Tom Daley Foundation will be used to purchase a handicap accessible water cooler for the Senior Center. For more information contact Craig K. at 508-520-0163 or email

4/23 NCL-sponsored Candidates' Night at Freeman Centennial auditorium; moderated by Frank Gross. Tuesday, April 23, at 7:30pm.

4/24 Foxwoods Casino day-trip for adults, sponsored by the Norfolk Lively Seniors, on Wednesday, April 24, leaving at 8:00am from St. Jude's parking lot, and returning by 5 to 5:30pm. $17 per person. Additional details can be found in the announcement.

4/26 Night of 1000 Stars Norfolk Public Library invites you to attend Friday, April 26 at 7:00 p.m. Join us for a celebration of community and literacy where local "stars" will read from their favorite children's books. Local celebrities include:
Paula Austin, President, Norfolk Community League
Linda Balfour, Principal, H. Olive Day School
Scott Brown, State Representative
George Cronin, King Philip Regional School Committee
MaryJo Gothorpe, President, Friends of the Library
Paul Guertin, Station Manager NCTV
Craig Hardimon, Principal, King Philip North Middle School
Maryann Maloney, Postmaster
Karen Marinella, Co-Anchor of "The Ten O'Clock News" WLVI TV
Pam Mele, Director of Norfolk Children's School
Sandra Myatt, Local Artist
Kathy Ryan, Director of the Kathy Ryan Dance Studio
Valerie Sheehan, Author/Illustrator of My Nantucket ABC Book
Kristin Stashenko, Local Artist & Proprietor Village Arts & Flowers
Noelle Tonelli, Recreation Commission
And others ... Refreshments will be served by the Friends of the Library.

4/26 The Federated Church of Norfolk will hold a Talents & Treasures Auction on Friday April 26th at 7:00 p.m. at the church on Route 115 in Norfolk center. Preview will be from 5:30-7:00 pm and food will be available. More details in the announcement.

4/29 Board of Selectmen public hearing about the June 2002-2003 budget and related issues on Monday, April 29 at 7:30 pm in the MacBride auditorium (Freeman-Centennial School). This is in preparation for Spring town meeting, and offers a chance to understand the financial issues facing the town in the upcoming fiscal year. Residents are invited to attend and participate.

5/4 Blue Hill Observatory Open House & Kite Festival on Saturday, May 4, 2002 from 10am to 4pm.

5/6 Bio Map, a free slide presentation at the Stony Brook nature center on Monday, May 6, at 7pm. For details and contact information, see the press release.

5/7 Norfolk Town Election Information about the election, positions open, registering to vote, etc. is available on the Town Clerk's page. Unlike in years past, the election will be held 7am to 8pm in the H. Olive Day school auditorium.

5/11 Norfolk Garden Club annual plant sale 9 am - 12 noon, Town Hill, rain or shine.

5/12 Sunday, May 12, 2002: Mother's Day

5/13 NEEF annual meeting The Norfolk Education Enrichment Foundation is having its annual meeting on Monday, May 13, 2002 at 8:00 PM - Room 25 - Town Hall.

5/14 Norfolk Town Meeting, 7:30pm at King Philip High School in Wrentham. The meeting warrant is available on-line as a PDF document.

5/15 Town of Norfolk Foreclosure Auction on May 15, 2002, in the Multi-Purpose room in Town Hall, 11:00am (Bidder Registration 10:00am). The list of properties is available here (PDF).

5/31 Talk by Serve New England representative at the Housing Office (33 Rockwood Road) on Friday, May 31, at 11am. Serve is a non-profit food co-op solely run by volunteers.

6/2 Norfolk Lions fall soccer registration - Sunday, June 2nd, 1:00 to 3:00 at the Freeman Centennial School field (raindate June 9th) and Thursday, June 13th, 4:00 to 5:30 at the HOD School Library. Registration forms are also available in the Norfolk Public Library lobby and at Norfolk Community Day. Players must be at least 3 years old and no older than 13 years old as of August 31, 2002 to be eligible to play. Registration deadline is June 26th. For more information call Helen at 508-520-0163 or e-mail kpsoftball@gis.net.

6/4 Norfolk's chapter of Serve New England first registration will be Tuesday, June 4th, in the Community Room at Hillcrest Village at 9am.

6/4 Town Hill Concert King Philip Regional Band and Jazz Ensemble, Tuesday, June 4, 6:30-8pm.

6/8 Norfolk Community Day (town fair) at the Holmes field on Myrtle St.

6/8 Free child identification program sponsored by the Norfolk Lions and the Massachusetts FreeMasons. This event will run in conjunction with Community Day from 10:00am to 2:00pm at the Holmes Complex.

6/8 6th Annual Norfolk Community Day 5K Charity Run/Walk on Saturday, June 8, 2002 9:30 AM Kids 1/4 mile race - 9:00AM 11:00 AM - kids 50m and 100m races $15. entry fee for 5K/ $5.00 for 1/4 mile / $3.00 for 50m and 100m For more information, please call Carmen B. at 541-7472, or look on NCL web page.

6/13 Town Hill Concert McMurphy Band (Irish music), Thursday, June 13, 6:30-8pm.

6/13 Norfolk Lions Youth Soccer registration on Thursday, June 13th at the HO Day School library from 4:00 to 5:30.

6/20 Town Hill Concert Infractions (variety), Thursday, June 20, 6:30-8pm.

6/22 The Garden Club of Norfolk will be holding self-guided tours at six gardens in town on Saturday, June 22, from 10 am to 2 pm. Tickets and maps are available at Village Arts and Flowers. Proceeds will benefit the town beautification programs conducted by the club.

6/23 Fun in the Sun co-ed softball tournament Sunday, June 23rd 1-Pitch Double Elimination - Trophy to every team Gather your family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers for a fun day of softball! $150 per team registration fee - Registration deadline June 10th. For more information and to register, call Tournament Director Craig K. at 508-520-0163 or e-mail him.

6/27 Town Hill Concert John Penny Band (country), Thursday, June 27, 6:30-8pm.

7/11 Town Hill Concert Part-Time Lovers (blues), Thursday, July 11, 6:30-8pm.

7/18 Town Hill Concert Norwood Community Symphony Thursday, July 18, 6:30-8pm.

7/21 The Tom Daley Memorial Softball Tournament has been scheduled for Sunday, July 21st at Sweatt Fields in Wrentham. Contact Craig "Mags" K. at 508-520-0163 or email kpsoftball@gis.net for more information.

7/25 Town Hill Concert Roy Nutile & the Big Band Thursday, July 25, 6:30-8pm.

8/22
Thursday is a milestone day for me; it is my 30th birthday. It may not sound like a milestone to all of you, but to me it is. A birthday is supposed to be a happy occassion full of celebrating and love and family. I have not had a happy birthday since September 11, 1992, when my mom passed away. She was very ill with cancer and couldn't fight anymore.

9/7 Autumn Celebration at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 63 Rockwood Road (Rte. 115), a fun filled day for the entire family, including: pony rides, games, crafts, food and much more. An Absolutely FREE community event! Saturday, September 7, from 11 am. - 2 pm.

9/21 The Friends of the Norfolk Public Library's annual Book and Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, Sept 21, from 9 am to 4 pm. Friends of the Library are also invited to the Friends Only Preview Sale on Friday, September 20 from 7 to 9 p.m. Memberships available at the door.

9/21 Annual Harvest Festival Saturday, September 21, 2002 at the Norfolk Federated Church, on the corner of Main Street and Route 115 in Norfolk Center. The festivities start at 10:00 a.m. and last until 3:00 p.m. There will be a 5 K Road Race, plenty of Games and Rides for the children, Crafters, Bountiful Basket Silent Auction, Baked Goods (homemade apple pies are our specialty!), Fresh Produce, Delicious Refreshments, and a Giant Flea Market. There will be cook out following the festival from 4:30-7:30 pm. For further information call Ed (508) 520-4379.

9/22 Sam Johnston Memorial Softball Tournament on Sunday, September 22, starting at 9:00am at Sweatt Field in Wrentham.

9/28 Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary Fall Fair on Saturday, September 28, from 10am to 4pm. Crafts, entertainment, animals, hay rides, food. $3 admission. Call Stony Brook at 508-528-3140 for more information.

10/19 Grange Pancake Breakfast October 19th, New Hours: 8:00-10:30 A.M. at Grange Hall, Route 115 (also Rockwood Rd.) Adults - $ 4.00 includes 3 pancakes, 3 sausage, juice and coffee; Child under 12 - $2.00. Includes 2 pancakes, 2 sausage, juice and hot chocolate is available. Please come meet your friends and neighbors. Have a hearty breakfast and then go about your Saturday chores. Hope to see you there. For information call Lynne M. (508) 528-5112.

10/20 Fire Department Open House, on Sunday, Oct. 20, from 1pm - 4pm.

10/22 Fall Town Meeting on Tuesday, October 22, at 7:30pm at King Philip High in Wrentham.

10/23 Introduction to Windows Computer Class - 4 classes (1-hr each) every Wed. @ 3PM starting October 23 at the Norfolk Senior Center. Beginners welcome $25 fee. To register see Norma or call 508-528-0875.

10/26 On Saturday,October 26th from 5-8 pm the NCL and Lions will co-host a haunted train ride at Holmes fields. Cost will be $2 per rider with activities and treats available after the ride for a small fee. All proceeds will go towards purchasing a Digital Camera for Stony Brook's educational programs.

10/29 Last-minute special videotaping performance of "Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 5" at 7:00 PM Tuesday, October 29, at Brockton's Marciano Field.

11/1 4th Annual NCL Halloween Candy Give Back at the Freeman Centennial School Lobby on Boardman St. (Norfolk), between 4:00 and 5:30pm on November 1. Bring half of your Halloween candy to benefit the New Hope Shelter and Norcap Drug Rehabilitation Center. Last year the children donated over 300 pounds of candy! D.A.R.E Officer Steve Plympton will be present to discuss the program with all that attend. There will also be a raffle for participants attending. Please contact Pam S. at (508)520-3743 with questions.

11/3 The Next Norfolk Baseball Association meeting will be on November 3rd at 7:00 p.m. at the Norfolk Library Meeting room. We have some openings on our 2003 Board - most importantly Little League President and Babe Ruth President along with Publicity Coordinator.

11/4-11/8, 11/4-11/12 The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to the Norfolk Public Schools. This year's theme is Reading Roundup: Lasso a Great Book, and will be held in the school libraries. The fair will be at the H. Olive Day School November 4-8 for grades Pre-K - 2 and at the Freeman-Centennial Schools November 4-12 for grades 3-6. Watch the backpacks for more information.

11/16 Pancake Breakfast at the Norfolk Grange - New hours 8:00-10:30. Before you go to the Holly Fair to shop til you drop, please come join us for a hearty Breakfast of 3 pancakes, 2 sausages, Juice and coffee. Only $4.00 for adults and $2.00 for children. Come on in and meet your neighbors. Look forward to seeing you. - LB

11/16 A Christmas Craft Fair will be held on Saturday, November 16th in St. Jude's Church Hall, 86 Main Street, Norfolk from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Many local crafters will present their crafts - ideal for Holiday Gifts. Activities will include a Kids Korner, raffles and much more. Santa will be there!

12/7 Garden Club of Norfolk annual decorations Holiday Gatherings Sale at the Federated Church on Saturday, December 7, from 9 am to 12 noon. Click for more details.

12/7 The KP Winter Pops Concert will be at 7pm on Saturday, December 7. Admission is $8 for adults, $5 for students; a portion of the admission price will be donated to local food pantries. More information available here.

12/8 Norfolk Little League general meeting on December 8 at 7:00pm in the Norfolk Public Library.

12/11 2003 Little League and Babe Ruth Registration will be held Saturday, January 4th and 11th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Freeman-Centennial School MacBride Auditorium

12/14 NCL Santa Breakfast Join NCL on Saturday, December 14th from 9-11 AM at the H. Olive Day School on Main St. for breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Tickets are $4 for NCL members and $6 for non-members. Kids under 2 are free. [ m o r e . . . ]

12/14 NCL Jingle Bell Fun Run and 1/4 Kids Run Following Breakfast with Santa is a 5K Jingle Bell Run and 1/4 Kids Run. The 3.1 mile Fun Run will begin at 11AM and the kids race begins at 11:45. on Saturday, December 14. [ m o r e . . . ]

12/15 At 2 PM Sunday, December 15, students in the King Philip music program will present a Chamber Recital in the auditorium of the King Philip North [Middle] School in Norfolk. The recital will feature solo and ensemble pieces from the classical repertory.

12/21 Pancake Breakfast Saturday, Dec. 21st, at the Grange on rte. 115 (Rockwood Rd.) - Before you go out to do that last minute shopping Christmas shopping, come have a hearty breakfast of 3 pancakes, 2 sausages, juice and coffee for a donation of $4.00. Children $2.00. Come and have your picture taken with Santa Claus.

12/22 An Ecumenical Christmas Walk will be held in Norfolk on Sunday, December 22nd from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Families from St. Jude's, Emmanuel Baptist and The Federated Church will meet at St. Jude's Church on Main Street and walk to the Federated Church in the town center for a live nativity. The group will then walk back to St. Jude's for a time of fellowship, refreshments and music.

1/4 The 2003 Little League and Babe Ruth Registration will be held Saturday, January 4th and the 11th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Freeman-Centennial School MacBride Auditorium information is available on their web site @ norfolkbaseball.com

1/5 Next General Meeting of Norfolk Baseball will be January 5th at 7:00 p.m. at the Norfolk Library.

1/18 Pancake Breakfast - 8:00-10:30 at the Grange Hall - (Route 115) - Before you go out to do your Saturday chores in this cold winter weather, come and have a hearty breakfast consisting of 3 Pancakes, 3 Sausages, Juice & Coffee. Donation Adults-$4.00 Children $3.00 2 Pancakes, 2 Sausage, Juice & Hot Chocolate. Hope to see you there. For more information call Lynne at 508-528-5112.

1/21 or 1/27 Open House 9:30 -11:00 a.m. Cornerstone Christian Academy (508) 520-2272 or email cca@gis.net Website www.cornerstone-christian-academy.org Cornerstone is in Franklin on Pleasant Street just over the Norfolk border and down the road from the Acorn Animal Hospital. Please pass the work and thank you for your attention!

1/26 Chamber Recital in the King Philip North Auditorium. Admission is free of charge, and the public is invited. The recital will feature the new King Philip Madrigal Choir, consisting of 20 vocalists, as well as 41 instrumentalists from the prize winning King Philip Music Program. Held at 2:00pm on Sunday, Jan 26.

1/27 Open House 9:30 -11:00 a.m. Cornerstone Christian Academy (508) 520-2272 or email cca@gis.net Website www.cornerstone-christian-academy.org Cornerstone is in Franklin on Pleasant Street just over the Norfolk border and down the road from the Acorn Animal Hospital. Please pass the word and thank you for your attention!

1/28 The Republican Town Committee organizational meeting, Tuesday, January 28th, at 7:30 in Room 214 of Town Hall. Any questions, feel free to call Rob G. (508-520-6918).

2/1 Saturday, February 1, 2003, is the last day to register to vote at the Special Town Meeting.

2/2 Next General Meeting for the Norfolk Baseball Association will be February 2nd at 7:00 p.m. at the Norfolk Library.

2/8 5th Annual Valentine's Dinner Dance and Silent Auction from 6:30pm until midnight on Saturday, February 8, 2003.

2/11 Special Town Meeting at 7:30pm in King Philip Regional High School, 201 Franklin St., Wrentham (Route 140, close to Shears St.) The date was moved from Monday due to the snow storm.

2/15 Pancake Breakfast at the Grange, Rte 115 - 8:00-10:30 AM Feburary 15th- Please come and join us for a hearty breakfast of 3 pancakes, 3 sausages, juice & coffee for Adults donation $4.00 Children $3.00 the receive 2 pancakes, 2 sausages juice & hot chocolate. The ANNUAL COLORING CONTEST starts this Saturday continuing until April 19th. Great prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. All participants will recieve a ribbon. Please come and join the fun!!!

3/1 Norfolk Lions' Youth Soccer registration deadline - Visit our website at www.norfolklionssoccer.com for more information and registration form.

3/8 On Saturday, March 8 starting at 2 PM, the King Philip Winter Classic will present 38 percussion and color guard groups from area high schools at the King Philip Regional High School. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students.

3/10-3/14 The spring Scholastic Book Fair is from March 10-14 at the H.Olive Day School and at the Freeman-Centennial School. Hours are 8:30-3:00 and will be open during parent-teacher conferences.

3/12 The King Philip Music Department will present a Marimba Clinic and Solo Performance by Gifford Howarth from 7-9 PM Wednesday, March 12, in the King Philip Regional High School Grady Auditorium. The public is invited to attend at no charge. Details here.

3/15 Registration for the fall season of Pop Warner Football and Cheerleading Program on Saturday, March 15th at the H. Olive Day School (Norfolk), the Pfaff Center (Medfield) and Millis High School. For more information and an advanced copy of Registration Forms, please log onto www.NMMVIKINGS.org.

3/27 At 7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 27, the King Philip High School Music Program will present a Spring Concert in Grady Auditorium, featuring the Chorus, the Symphony Band, and the Concert Band. Tickets will be available at the door: $5 for adults, $3 for students. Details here.

4/5 4th annual Norfolk Nearly New Consignment Sale will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2003 from 9:00am-12:00pm (11:15-12:00pm is 1/2 price sale). It will take place at the H. Olive Day School cafeteria on Main Street in Norfolk. Click here for more information.

4/5 The Norfolk Board of Health is sponsoring a spring rabies clinic for dogs and cats of residents of Norfolk and surrounding towns. The clinic will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2003 from 9:00 - 11:00 A.M. at the Norfolk Highway Garage on Medway Branch Road (across from the transfer station). The cost is $8.00 per animal. [Click for more information]

4/9 The Norfolk American Legion Post #335 has invited the two candidates for Selectmen to say a few words at the Grange Hall - Wednesday, 4/9/03 at 7pm. All are invited.

4/10 NCL Candidates Night on Thursday, April 10th at 7:30pm at the MacBride Auditorium in the Freeman-Centennial School on Boardman Street in Norfolk.

4/12 NCL will hold the Annual Easter Bunny Breakfast on Saturday, April 12, 2003 at 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. at the Freeman-Centennial School MacBride Auditorium. This event costs $4 for NCL members, $6 for non-members and is free to children under 2. You must have reservations to attend this event. More information here.

4/12 Norfolk Recreation's Annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 12, 2003 . This event is held at the Freeman Centennial School (near the playground). It is open to all children up to 10 years old and starts PROMPTLY at 10:15 AM. The Easter Egg Hunt is free and does not require pre-registration. Children should bring a basket!! RAIN DATE: April 19-if it is postponed to the 19th it will be held rain or shine.

4/12 Apr 12, Sat KP Jazz Benefit at the Circle of Friends coffeehouse in Franklin. 8PM $10/$5 students The Jazz Ensemble just received a Gold Medal at the State Finals. The smaller Combo will also perform. A benefit for the KP music program. Please call (508)528-2541 or visit our website.

4/28 NCL garden club presents A Perennial Talk Speaker: Mike Nelson, professor at The Agricultural High School, Walpole. Mike will cover the basics of growing perennials; formal or informal, sun or shade when and how to plant: dividing, mulching, staking and pinching question and answer session. Monday, April 28th, 7:30-9pm Norfolk Public Library. $5.00 admission. Snacks & Drinks

5/2 The Uncommon Theatre Company presents "The Wiz" (an adaptation of The Wizard of Oz) on May 2-4, 2003 at the Orpheum Theater in Foxboro. Showtimes are as follows: May 2 at 7:30 p.m, May 3 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., May 4 at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are available by calling the Box Office at 508-543-2787. TIcket prices are $14 for adults and $12 for children and seniors. The Uncommon is a non-profit childrens' theater group.

5/3 Mirror Lake Clean Up Day The residents and friends of Mirror Lake in Norfolk and Wrentham will be holding a clean up day on Saturday, May 3rd, starting at 8 a.m. There will be a cookout for participants on the beach to follow. Bring trash bags, gloves and a smile! Hope to see you there. Rain date Sunday, May 4th.

5/4 Connor's Fun Run/Walk to Congress! Friends of the Reilly family of Norfolk are organizing a 5K road race to help fight Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Their one year old son Connor lives with this devastating disease that currently has no cure. In June, a national SMA conference will be held in D.C. to lobby for critical research funding. Although the Reillys will not be able to attend, all race proceeds will be used to send other SMA families to the conference where Congress members will meet and talk with kids living with this disease. The race is scheduled for Sunday, May 4th, 1:00 pm at the H. Olive Day School. No entry fee; pledge sheets are available (at locations throughout Norfolk) or suggested donation to pariticpate, in lieu of pledges, is $15 per adult. All pledges/donations are fully tax-deductable. Please make checks payable to SMA Support, Inc. c/o Marsha B., 9 Carter Drive, Natick, MA 01760. For more information call 508-653-1933 or email cmbeatrice@attbi.com.

5/6 Annual Town Election on Tuesday, May 6, 7:00am - 8:00pm in the H. Olive Day School auditorium (rear of building), 232 Main Street, Norfolk, MA.

5/7 7th Annual Norfolk Community League Charity Run/Walk on May 31st. Proceeds from the 7th Annual NCL Charity 5K Run / Walk will go towards the purchase of a heart defibrillator for the Norfolk Police Department. The Run / Walk will be held on Saturday, May 31st at 9:00am at the Holmes Field, Myrtle Street in Norfolk. For registration information, click here.

5/12 The Norfolk Education Enrichment Foundation (NEEF) annual meeting on May 12, 8:00 pm, H. Olive Day School Library. All are invited.

5/13 Special Town Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 13, 2003, at 7:15PM at the King Philip Regional High School in Wrentham.

5/14 At 7:00 PM Wednesday, May 14, percussion students from the elementary schools of Plainville, Norfolk and Wrentham, King Philip Middle and High Schools will present their annual Percussion Night in the lower gymnasium of King Philip Regional High School in Wrentham.

5/20 The Norfolk Republican town committee will hold a meeting Tuesday, May 20th, at 7:30 pm in the town library. Judge Dan Winslow, the Governor's Legal Counsel, and Norfolk resident, will be the special guest speaker. Please RSVP to Patricia S., at 508-553-9778, or send an e-mail to norfolkgop@mail.com.

5/21 King Philip Annual Jazz Night at 7:00 PM Wednesday, May 21 in the King Philip High School Grady Auditorium. Admission is $3 for students and seniors and $5 for adults.

5/31 May 31 - 9:00am 7th Annual NCL Charity 5K Run / Walk. Proceeds will go towards the purchase of a heart defibrillator for the Norfolk Police Department. The Run / Walk will be held on Saturday, May 31st at 9:00am at the Holmes Field, Myrtle Street in Norfolk. Registration is $15.00 ($20.00 after May 22) and includes parking and admission to Norfolk Community Day events immediately following the race. Kid's races start at 10am. For more information, call Carmen 541-7472.

5/31 Norfolk Community Day (aka Town Fair) will be held on Saturday, May 31, at the Holmes Transportation field at 22 Myrtle Street.

6/15 The Federated Church of Norfolk Sunday Service will be held at 9:00 am starting on June 15 and continuing until September 14, when 10:00 am service time will resume. Summer office hours will be Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. The office will be closed on Fridays.

6/23 Special Town Election on Monday, June 23 at H. Olive Day auditorium from 7:00am to 8:00pm. For more information (registration, absentee ballots) click here.

6/24 The Norfolk Republican Town Committee will be holding a meeting Tuesday, June 24th, at 7:30 in Room 124 of the Town Hall. The Committee will be electing new members and choosing officers for the coming year. Other topics to be discussed will be the End of Summer Cookout and the Fall Guest Speaker program. The Town Committee may be reached through Rob G. at 508-520-6918, or via email at NorfolkGOP@mail.com

6/30 Registrations for the fall season of Norfolk Lions' Youth Soccer are now being accepted. Players must be at least 3 years old and no older than 13 years old as of August 31, 2003 to be eligible to play. Registration forms are available in the lobby of the Norfolk Public Library and at norfolklionssoccer.com REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS JUNE 30.

8/7, 8/8, 8/9 Cinderella, performed by the Walpole Children's Threatre on August 7th at 7 pm, August 8th at 10 am & 7 pm, and August 9th at 2 pm and 7 pm, at the Johnson Middle School on Robbins Road. More information in the show announcement. Walpole Children's Theatre has been bringing quality theatre to the local community for over 30 years. WCT is staffed completely by volunteers who have grown up in the group and is supported only by its patrons and ticket sales.

9/6 Norfolk Community Federal Credit Union 50th birthday celebration at the Federated Church on Saturday, Sept. 6, from 11am to 2pm. Free events will include barbeque, face painting, mini golf, moon walk, pony rides, rock climbing, and more!

9/7 Norfolk Lions' Youth Soccer Opening Day - Sunday, September 7th, 11:00 to 2:00, at the Pond St. fields. All NLYS players and their families are invited. Be sure to check our website, norfolklionssoccer.com for for more information.

9/13 Walpole Children's Theatre auditions for A Christmas Carol, Saturday, Sept. 13, 12 noon until 5 pm at Blackburn Hall in Walpole Center.

9/14 The Federated Church of Norfolk will begin its Fall Worship Schedule on Sunday September 14th. Worship will start at 10:00 a.m. each Sunday morning. Sunday School for Preschool. (Age 3 & 4) through Grade 8 will be held during the 10:00 service each Sunday. Nursery care is available for children who are too young for the Preschool Sunday School program. And whose parents attending worship.

9/20 RESCHEDULED for 9/27 Friends of the Norfolk Library Book and Bake Sale

9/23 Autumn officially begins Tuesday morning, 9/23/2003, at 6:47am EDT.

9/27 The Federated Church Harvest Festival will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2003 at the church on the comer of Main Street and Route 115. The fair will run from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

9/27 Friends of the Norfolk Public Library Book and Bake Sale on Saturday September 27th, 9am - 4pm. Friends only preview sale is Friday, September 26th, from 7 - 9pm. 15,000 books! CATEGORIZED & ALPHABETIZED!

10/4 Town of Norfolk Household Hazardous Waste Day will be held on October 4, 2003, from 9:00am to 12:00pm at the Highway Department, 33 Medway Branch. Norfolk Residents ONLY.

10/4 Next Saturday 10/4: 11 am - 2 pm Emmanuel Baptist Church (Rte 115) Autumn Celebration - moonwalk, pony rides, face painting, cotton candy, popcorn, hotdogs. Fun for the entire family. Free.

10/4 10 am - 4? pm Stony Brook Fall Fair

10/11 Saturday, Oct. 11 King Philip Fall Classic At 7:00 p.m. marching bands will be competing in the 2003 King Philip Fall Classic at King Philip Regional High School in Wrentham. Admission $6 adults, $4 children and seniors. [Note: the time was moved up an hour to 7pm.]

10/15 NCC cultural projects application deadline.

10/19 Sunday 1-4 pm: Norfolk Fire Department Open House. Live demonstrations, equipment displays, kids activities, food. Free. Raffle Drawing at 3 pm.

10/21 The Norfolk Republican Town Committee will be hosting an evening of discussion with Bristol County Sheriff Tom Hodgson on Tuesday, October 21st, at 7:00pm in the Town Hall. Sheriff Hodgson, long an innovator in law enforcement and public safety in Massachusetts, will discuss the challenges of a post 9-11 world, and what our Homeland security forces are doing to keep us safe. Light refreshments. For more information, please call Patricia S., at 508-553-9778 or e-mail.

10/25 NCL/Lions second annual Haunted Train and Hay Ride on Saturday, October 25, from 5-8pm, at the Holmes fields on Myrtle Street in Norfolk. The cost will be $3 per ride, but only $2 if in costume. There will also be other assorted spooky treats, fun and games. Click here for more information.

10/28 Special Town Meeting on October 28, 2003, 7:30pm at King Philip High School (Rte. 140, Wrentham)

11/1 Erin Heffernan, a celebrated portrait photographer, will be taking photos at Stony Brook Nature Sanctuary on Saturday, November 1st. The cost is $35 for three photographs including proofs and negatives. Photographs will be taken by appointment only. Call Beth S. of the Norfolk Community League at 508-528-9097 to schedule a sitting.

11/3 NCL annual Halloween candy give back, with proceeds to benefit the New Hope Shelter and the Norcap Drug Rehabilitation. Donations will be accepted on Monday, November 3rd, from 4:00pm-5:30pm at the Freeman Centennial School Lobby on Boardman Street, Norfolk.

11/11 Veterans' Day Parade, with events starting at 9:30am on Tuesday, Nov. 11. See a more detailed writeup here.

11/12 The Garden Club of Norfolk is hosting a program called "Holiday Sparkle", presented by designers Elaine DiGiovanni and Linda Ladd. They will be creating holiday splendor with fresh flowers and seasonal touches. This event will be held on Wednesday, November 12th, 2003 at 7:30 P.M. in the MacBride Auditorium, Freeman-Centennial School, which is located at 70 Boardman St., Norfolk. Complimentary refreshments; raffle & specialty items for sale. Open to the public, $5 admission.

11/15 Christmas Craft Fair - St. Jude Church, 86 Main Street, Norfolk Saturday, November 15, 2003. Doors open at 10:00. Over 20 crafters, Pictures with Santa, Raffles, Refreshments. Admission $1.00, Kids 12 and under free. Sorry, our hall is not handicap accessible, yet.

11/18 Annual flu clinic for Norfolk residents on Tuesday, November 18, 2003, from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Senior Center, 28 Medway Branch Rd. The flu vaccine will be available only to adults age 65 and older and adults at highest risk of complications; click here for details.

12/4 Norfolk Cooperative Preschool open house on Dec 4, 2003 from 12:30-1:30. The school is located at 1 Union street, Norfolk. For more information call 508-528-3660.

12/4 The Walpole Children's Theater will be presenting A Christmas Carol on Thursday December 4th at 7 pm, Friday December 5th at 7 pm, and Saturday December 6th at 2 pm & 7 pm at the Walpole High School, Common Street, Walpole. Call the WCT Box Office to reserve your seats, (508) 668-9722. [Click here for more information].

12/6 King Philip band Annual Winter Pops Concert at 7pm in the high school lower gymnasium. Many concertgoers in-the-know make plans to arrive at the 6:00 p.m. opening to get a good seat. [Click for the description.]

12/6 Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary Holiday Craft Fair On Saturday & Sunday December 6th & 7th 10 am-4 pm Hassle free holiday shopping. Over 30 crafters with unique handcrafted items like jewelry, children's toys, wooden items, wreaths, santas, snowman and many more. Plus nature related gifts for all ages in our Nature Shop. Bring your family for a walk and shop for the holidays. Refreshments will be served and shoppers can decorate their own gingerbread cookie. All sales benefit Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary. For more information please call 508-528-3140

12/7 The Garden Club of Norfolk is sponsoring a Holiday Tour & Greens Sale - wreaths, boxwood trees, ornaments, arrangements and more. 12 to 4 pm, Sunday, Dec. 7th, in the estate at 107 Elm Street, Medfield. $5 Donation to support civic beautification.

12/10-12/12 On Dec. 10-12, TPA is holding their stuffed animal collection in the elementary school cafes during the lunch periods.

12/12 Parents Night Off! Friday, December 12, 2003 5:30pm-9:30pm Fee: $15 per child, 3-12 years old. Drop your child off at Stony Brook and enjoy a night out or do some shopping. We will keep your child busy with activities, stories, crafts, games and videos. Your child will be grouped with children their own age and Stony Brook staff will lead the activities. We will have a snack for children and have quiet playtime for younger children as the night progresses. Space is limited, so sign up early; stop by or call 508-528-3140.

12/13 Norfolk Community League's (NCL) annual Santa Breakfast and Jingle Bell Fun Run will be on December 13, 2003 at the H. Olive Day School on Main Street. The breakfast is from 9-11am. Cost is $4 for NCL members, $6 for non- members and children under age 2 are free. Tickets are required for this popular event and will not be sold at the door. [Click for details].
12/8 9:19pm: The Santa Breakfast has been sold out.

12/16 The King Philip Music Department rescheduled its annual Winter Pops Concert at 7 PM Tuesday, December 16, in Grady Auditorium of King Philip Regional High School in Wrentham. [More info: click]

12/21, 12/23, 12/24 The Federated Church Advent and Christmas Programs will be on Sunday Dec 21 (Christmas walk and nativity), Dec 23 (Blue Christmas), and Dec 24 (evening and family candlelight worship). More details available here.

12/29, 12/30, 12/31, 1/2 Winter Vaction Week - Early winter discovery at the Sanctuary is always fun. The children will explore outside as well as participate in activities and arts and crafts indoors.
Monday, December 29 - Reptiles of the USA
Tuesday, December 30 - Owls of the USA
Wednesday, December 31 - Otter be great!
Friday, January 2 - Foxes and Coyotes
Sign up at Stony Brook or call to register 508-528-3140.

1/14 Wednesday, January 14, 2004, is the last day to register to vote at the Special State Primary Election. Announcement with details here.

1/20, 1/26 Open Public Forums will be held on January 20th at 7:00p.m. and January 26th at 9:30 am at the H. Olive Day School in the Auditorium to help advise the School Committee in their search for a new superintendent. Click for details.

1/31 Family Tracking At Stony Brook Saturday, January 31st from 10am-12 noon. Enjoy a morning of winter exploration. Have you ever wondered what was moving around in the wintertime? How can you tell what is out there? Search for animal tracks and animal signs of deer, coyote, fox, fisher, otter, mink, rabbit and mice. Wear warm clothing, and water proof boots. Fee: $10 members, $12 non-members for parent-child pair.

2/2 Fall '04 kindergarten registration takes place on February 2nd, from 9-12, at the [H Olive Day] school (you must bring a copy of the child's birth certificate).

2/3 Special State Primary Election. The polls will be open on Tuesday, February 3rd from 7:00AM until 8:00PM. Click here for details.

2/5 A group of concerned residents are holding a public meeting to discuss the sale and development of the Norfolk Airport and adjacent woodlands. This issue affects all of us. We strongly urge that you attend. Thursday February 5th, 7:30pm, Norfolk Library

2/6 Owl Prowl on Friday, February 6th, 6:00 pm-7:30pm at the Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary. Fee:$10m/12nm for parent/child pair. Join us for an evening in search of owls. We will practice the calls of some of our local owls then head out on the trails looking and listening for Great Horned Owls and Eastern Screech Owls. After the walk we will enjoy hot chocolate and discuss some of the fascinating habits of these wonderful creatures.

2/12 February 12 - Walk-in registration for the Spring season of Norfolk Lions' Youth Soccer - 4:00 to 5:30 at the H. Olive Day School Library (See norfolklionssoccer.com for more info.)

2/12 Norfolk Parent Advisory Council for Children with Special Needs (PAC) is hosting a Tastefully Simple taste testing party on Thursday, February 12 at 7:00pn in the H Olive Day School Library.

2/17 Stony Brook Vacation Programs Tuesday Feb 17: Winter Survival and Orienteering

2/18 Stony Brook Vacation Programs Wednesday, Feb 18: On the Trail of Wily Weasels

2/19 Stony Brook Vacation Programs Thursday, Feb 19: On the Scent of Skunk

2/20 Stony Brook Vacation Programs Friday, Feb 20: On the Trail of Turkeys

2/21 At 6 p.m. Saturday, February 21, the King Philip Winter Color Guard ensembles, the Marching Percussion ensemble and the Jazz Ensemble will present their competitive shows at Winter Preview Day, free of charge to the public. The Preview Day will take place in King Philip High School Gymnasium.

3/1 March 1st, 2004 registration deadline for Norfolk Lions' Youth Soccer. Now accepting mail-in Spring 2004 registrations for children at least 3 years old and no older than 13 years old as of August 31, 2003. All games are played in Norfolk on Sunday afternoons. Registration forms are available in the lobby of the Norfolk Public Library or on our website norfolklionssoccer.com. Contact Helen at 508-520-0163 for more information.

3/2 Special Special State Senatorial and the Presidential Primary Election. The polls will be open on Tuesday, March 2nd from 7:00AM until 8:00PM. Click here for details.

3/5 The King Philip Men's Over 30 Softball League is now accepting registration for the 2004 season. All games, which are slow pitch and ASA sanctioned, are played in Wrentham. Registration cost is $65 for new players. Individuals or teams interested in joining the league should contact League President Craig K. at 508-520-0163 or email kpsoftball@gis.net. Registration deadline is March 5, 2004.

3/6 On Saturday, March 6 starting at 3 PM, the King Philip Winter Classic will present over 35 percussion and color guard groups from area high schools at the King Philip Regional High School gymnasium. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students. Percussion groups will perform from 3 PM through 5:30 PM. Color Guard performances begin at 6:20 PM.

3/9 Stony Brook early school release programs March 9th-1pm-4pm- Hide and Seek - Wildlife hides and wildlife seeks. We will play nature games and learn about wildlife survival. Norfolk - grades K-5, half day: $15m/18nm

3/10 Garden Club of Norfolk program, "Spring Flower Arrangements," to include a demonstration and lecture on decorating with tulips the French way. Wednesday, March 10th, 7:30 pm, at the Federated Church. $5. Donation to support civic beautification.

3/11 Stony Brook early school release programs March 11th-1pm-4pm-Nature Journals- Go out in nature and remember what you see. Create a cool book for collecting fun nature items. Make a book you can draw and write in on any theme from turtles to butterflies. Norfolk - grades K-5, half day: $15m/18nm

3/11 The DPW Formation Adhoc Committee will hold a public forum to present a status update on the formation of a new department of public works in Norfolk. The forum is scheduled for March 11, 2004 at 7:30 PM in room 124 at Town Hall. The primary purpose of the forum is to solicit input and feedback from Town Citizens, Departments, Committees, and Boards specific to the formation of the DPW.

3/12 If running for town office, the last day to take out nomination papers is Friday, March 12, 2004 by 5:00PM.

3/15 During Monday, March 15, Adam Frey, world-renowned euphonium maestro, will be instructing brass instrument students in the King Philip High School Music Program. Frey will present a Master Class will be conducted from 3-4:45 p.m. in KPHS Grady Auditorium, and students in all the middle and elementary school brass instrument programs in the towns of the King Philip School District are invited to attend. [Full details here]

3/16 Candidates for town offices, nomination papers are due at town clerk by 5:00PM on Tuesday, March 16.

3/17 At 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 17, the King Philip Jazz Program will transform the High School Cafeteria into a Jazz Café for the listening pleasure of the public. Three KP Jazz Combos will present a broad range of jazz, cool, hot, and swinging. KP instructor Jeremy Udden and his friends will round out the Jazz Café with a professional touch on their latest tunes.

3/19 Friday, March 19, 2004 is the last day to register to vote at the Special Town Meeting. Anyone who has not previously registered, is a new resident, or will become 18 on or before March 30th may register by mail or in the office of the Town Clerk.

3/25 At 7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 25, the King Philip High School Music Program will present a Spring Concert in Grady Auditorium. The concert will feature the Chorus, the Symphony Band, and the Concert Band. The public is invited. Tickets will be available at the door: $5 for adults, $3 for students.

3/26,27 Big Night Extravaganza! Join us for an outdoor amphibian adventure. Guided groups will leave every 15 minutes to tour our lantern lit trail. Along the trail you will meet costumed frog and salamander characters who will act out new skits about vernal pools and the beginning of spring. The skits will be both funny and informative. Before and after your guided walk you can come inside and see live specimens, dig for your own salamander, view a slide show about the animals who live in these wicked big puddles and have refreshments. A special appearance by MIX 98.5 on Friday night. A fun evening for the whole family! The cost is $6.00 per person for Audubon members and $8.00 for non-members. Please call Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary to register 508-528-3140.

3/27 Norfolk Federated Church and American Red Cross blood drive. Please continue supporting your family, friends, neighbors and coworkers by donating blood on Saturday, March 27 2004 at the Norfolk Federated Church, I Union Street. Donor hours are 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

3/27 Norfolk Community League Spring Charity Gala on Saturday, March 27, 2004 from 6:30 p.m. to midnight at the Gillette Stadium in Foxboro. More details here.

3/28 The Kindergarten Orientation meeting has been rescheduled to next Tuesday, March 23rd at 7PM, in the HOD Library.

3/30 Special Town Meeting

4/3 The Norfolk Board of Health is sponsoring a spring rabies clinic for dogs and cats of residents of Norfolk and surrounding towns. The clinic will be held on Saturday, April 3, 2004 from 9:00 - 11:00 A.M. at the Norfolk Highway Garage on Medway Branch Road (across from the transfer station). The cost is $8.00 per animal. [Read on for additional details]

4/3 The Norfolk Community League is holding its Annual Easter Bunny Breakfast on Saturday, April 3rd from 8:30-10:00am. The Event will take place the Freeman Centennial School in the MacBride Auditorium. Join the Easter Bunny and Mr. Dave for a continental breakfast and musical entertainment. Bring a donation to the Norfolk Food Pantry (non-perishables or toiletries) for a free picture with the Easter Bunny ($2 without donation). There are a limited number of tickets available this year. Tickets will not be sold at the door, so reserve early! For more information, please contact Betty Ann W., 520-6604 or Colleen M., 520-4783.

04/04 Connor's Fun Run/Walk Please join the Reilly family of Norfolk for the second annual 5K road race to help fight Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Proceeds from the race will go toward SMA awareness and hopefully, a cure! The race is scheduled for Sunday, April 4th, 1:00PM at the H. Olive Day School. Registration is $15.00. No fee for participants 12 and under, pledge sheets, on-line registration, and order forms are available on the website (www.connorsfunrun.com). All pledges/donations are fully tax-deductible. For more information please contact Alison L. , 508-528-8393.

4/5 Norfolk Community League is sponsoring a Candidate Night on Thursday, April 15, 2004 at 7:15pm. It will take place at the MacBride Auditorium in the Freeman-Centennial School on Boardman Street in Norfolk. Bring your questions for the Candidates. Refreshments will be served. Contact Megan D. at 508-528-5251 or Traci H. at 508-541-2388 for information.
[4/5 4:40pm Note: Candidates Night was cancelled, and will not be re-scheduled. While updating the Calendar, I discovered that the event was listed under 4/5, not the correct 4/15 - Wm.]

4/9 Stony Brook early school release programs April 9th-(Good Friday)-9am-3pm-($30m/35nm) Turtle Discovery- The turtles are waking up from hibernating. We will look for turtles, learn the different turtles, as well as do turtle crafts and activities.

4/9-4/11 The Federated Church Holy Week Schedule can be found here [click]

4/15 Norfolk Community League has cancelled Candidates Night scheduled for April 15 at 7:15 at the Freeman-Centennial School. This event will NOT be rescheduled.

4/24 Stony Brook's Annual Earth Day Celebration - Saturday, April 24th 10am-2pm A FREE event for the whole family Discovery Trail, music by Fran Friedman, Maria Roberts-storyteller, raptors from New England Reptile &Raptor, Exhibits, Native Plant Sale w/Osborne Nursery, Crafts, Refreshments and more.

4/30 The Norfolk Teacher Parent Association is presenting an Art Auction on Friday, April 30, 2004 at the Glen Ellen Country Club in Millis. A preview of art, in all price ranges, will be held from 6:30 to 8:00. The auction will begin at 8:00. Tickets are $25 per person and $45 per couple. The King Phillip Jazz Combo will perform. Hors d'oeuvres and cash bar. For tickets or more information call (508) 520-0079 or (508) 528-8393.