Our Events

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January

Let the Games Begin

Come and join the CONNECT team for a delightful afternoon at The Heritage at Fountain Point, where we will engage in a variety of engaging activities including board games, stimulating conversation, challenging trivia, and friendly card games.
February

Find Your Tribe

CONNECT invites you to find your tribe with TribeTable.

Participants complete a brief personality survey to be analyzed by A.I. technology. Based on your answers, the A.I. will seat you next to new people to connect with. Your feedback throughout the event allows the A.I. to get smarter and curate closer, more meaningful connections!

Putt Putt Pub Crawl
March

Bar Stool Open

Join CONNECT for the annual Barstool Open, a 9-hole miniature golf outing throughout the bars and restaurants of Norfolk, NE!

This event is limited to 36 teams, so sign up now!

Click below for more details and to sign up!

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April

CONNECT Summit

Join us for our 2024 CONNECT Summit! The vision for this event stemmed from a desire to enhance networking opportunities and provide valuable resources for leaders in our community and neighboring smaller towns. 

 
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May

90's Trivia Night

Join the fun at the '90s Trivia Night, brought to you by CONNECT Norfolk! Happening on Thursday, May 23 at Bar A, located at 439 Norfolk Avenue AT 5:30 PM. Don’t miss your chance to show off your '90s knowledge! Registration is available at the link below, but hurry as space is limited. Bring your friends and get ready for a blast from the past!
 
Yoga in the park
June

Yoga in the Park

Join CONNECT and Sacred Yoga for this annual event! All levels are welcome and we encourage you to bring your own mat or towel.
We'll be at the northeast corner of the lake - next to the walking path.
 
PARKING
Please use the entrance on Maple St and 18th St and park in the lake parking lots.
pedal with pals
July

Pedal with Pals

Join CONNECT & Pedal Therapy for an evening of sips, cycling, & socialization! Bring your friends or make new ones as we pedal through downtown Norfolk.
 
Participating bars:
Harbor Bar (check in)
Mel’s
The Office
 
This event is for individuals 21+. A valid ID & signed waiver are required to participate & will be verified at check in. Pedal Therapy is not motorized & requires active group participation.
Golf Tournament
August

Golf Tournament

Come join CONNECT for 9 holes of golf at the Pierce Country Club. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event is perfect for golf enthusiasts of all skill levels.
Registration begins at 4:00pm, with a Shot Gun start at 4:30pm.
Registration for teams of 4 includes cart rental (2 per team). Individual tickets will also be available. There is a max of 18 teams so sign up now while spots are available!
CONNECT Facebook Event Cover Pizza
September

Pizza & Paint

Join us for a fun-filled evening of creativity and delicious pizza as we get ready for the fall season! We'll provide everything you need to paint your own custom fall-themed signs—perfect for sprucing up your home or giving as a gift. We'll be supporting a local restaurant by providing pizza from Nofo Pizza & Cafe.
Bring a friend, relax, and get into the fall spirit with us!
CONNECT Estate Planning 101
October

Estate Planning 101: How to Get Started

 

CONNECT Norfolk is hosting Estate Planning 101 during National Estate Planning Awareness Month to highlight the importance of estate planning for everyone. The event will include expert presentations and a Q&A session to offer guidance and steps for creating or updating an estate plan.

 

Top 20 Under 40
Signature Program

Top 20 Under 40

Top 20 Under 40 annually profiles 20 area young professionals who are growing and excelling in their respective fields. Connect is asking community members to consider nominating young professionals that are active in their workplace and in the community. Ideal candidates are individuals who demonstrate leadership and professional growth, while making the Norfolk area a better place in which to live.

Guidelines

Submit an Application or Nomination

Companies or individuals are allowed to nominate more than one person.

Only fully completed nomination forms will be considered. Send application to ConnectNorfolk@gmail.com

Attach a letter of recommendation

For more information, contact Connect

Email: ConnectNorfolk@gmail.com
Phone: 402-371-2932

Eligibility

  • Nominees must be under 40 years of age as of April 1st, 2024.
  • Nominees must be residents and employees in Madison County or Pierce County.
  • Must not have been a previous 20 Under 40 honoree. (Click here to see past winners)

Judging Criteria

The 20 under 40 judges use the following criteria to evaluate each nominee, awarding a maximum of 75 points to a potential winner.

  1. Career achievement to-date (25 points)
  2. Leadership within company and/or industry (15 points)
  3. Involvement in community activities (20 points)
  4. Leadership in community organizations (15 points)

Important Dates

December 5: Nomination deadline
December 10: Committee meets to select Top 20
December 15: Honorees are notified
January 4: Honorees final details confirmed

An anonymous selection committee will meet and review the nominations to determine the 20 recipients.

Winners will be publicly announced in the 2024 Spring/Summer Norfolk Now magazine and NorfolkNow.org/Connect-Norfolk.

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