Introducing town officials: Assessor, Rae Ann Walcott/Savage Frieze

Welcome to Norfolk, Connecticut

Our small, unspoiled New England town, surrounded by beautiful hills and forests, offers a wonderful variety of things to do. Come by yourself or bring your family; friendly Norfolk will welcome you.

Events

11/07/2026
Learn to Curl
2:00 pm - 3:45 pm

11/07/2026
Infinity Hall: Puss N Boots
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

11/08/2026
Teen Trivia Night
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Anyone Seen a Bobcat?

In the snow on Shepard Road. We invite you to share your sightings for possible use here; email photos to webmaster@norfolkct.org along with their Norfolk location. All photos must be at least 800 pixels wide and are subject to cropping to fit this format.

Municipal Meetings

11/09/2026, 6:00 PM
HYBRID (In-Person, ZOOM)

11/10/2026, 6:30 PM

11/10/2026, 6:30 PM

11/12/2026, 5:00 PM

11/12/2026, 6:00 PM

11/17/2026, 7:00 PM

11/17/2026, 7:30 PM

11/19/2026, 6:00 PM

Community News

Mountain Road Reopens; More Bridge Work on Horizon

Mountain Road was finally reopened to through traffic Wednesday. “We’re ending the season on a high note,” said First Selectman Henry Tirrell.

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Lions To Participate in Wreaths Across America

The Lions Club is preparing to participate in National Wreaths Across America day on Saturday, December 19.

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Buy a Bag To Support Volunteer Firefighters

During November, residents can support the Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department by shopping at Stop & Shop in Canaan and purchasing a reusable $2.50 Community Bag.

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Selectmen Asked To Ban Use of Rodenticides on Town Sites

During their meeting Wednesday afternoon, the selectmen discussed a request from Save CT Wildlife to end the use of anticoagulant rodenticides on town properties.

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Region 7 Presents “Peter and the Starcatcher” 

Two Norfolk residents, John DeShazo and Ann DeCerbo, are co-directing Northwestern Regional 7 High School’s student thespians in “Peter and the Starcatcher,” the prequel to “Peter Pan.”

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Fire House Committee Moves Ahead With Garage Plans

The Fire House Committee met in special session Monday to determine whether to do site work for a three-bay garage on the fire company’s lot on Shepard Road.

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Botelle Observes Three Annual Fall Events

Botelle School is awash in color as it celebrates three annual events in late October and November.

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Town Notices

New Fraud Alert Program for Land Records

The Town Clerk’s office has enrolled the town land record database in the IQS Fraud Alert Service. Property owners can now sign up to receive alerts whenever a document, such as a deed or mortgage, is recorded under your name in our office. Click here to sign up for the free Fraud Alert service.

Legal Notice – Warning of State Election

The electors of the Town of Norfolk are hereby warned to meet at their respective polling place in said town on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 to cast their votes for the State Election. Read more

Notice of Open Bids for Bridge Contracts

The Town of Norfolk is actively seeking bids for Project No. 0097-0101 and 0097-0102 the Replacement of Bridge Nos. 05970 and 05971, Old Goshen Road and Smith Road over Hall Meadow Brook in Norfolk, CT.  Read more

Questions and Answers Regarding Construction Inspection Services for Bridge Projects

Energy Assistance Program

Energy Assistance applications are available through the Social Services Office starting September 1. Please call Social Services at 860-542-2887.

Special Town Meeting

A Special Town Meeting was held on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at Botelle Elementary School, 128 Greenwoods Road East at 7:00 p.m. to consider the acquisition of a new pumper truck, to consider a resolution for additional funds for the new fire house and to approve amendments to the Town Ordinance pertaining to the Inland Wetlands Commission. Read more

Norfolk Now

The community’s paper publishes news and in-depth articles on Norfolk events and people. It is distributed free to all residents and by subscription; its website carries back issues.

The Berkshire Country Store has closed. Read why here.

Emergency Updates

Check out Norfolk’s Emergency Management Department (EMD) Facebook and Instagram pages for information about school closings and other time-sensitive announcements, particularly when the weather is bad.

Town Directory

This directory is your guide to Norfolk organizations, businesses, places of worship and municipal contacts. To request a free listing, click here.

Do you need a dog walker or a plumber? A videographer or a dentist? See the Directory for links to a wealth of information about our town, including organizations, food, entertainment and the many services available—and find out what the Food Pantry & Clothes Closet needs this week!