Staples ‘Pops Concert’ set June 9 at the Levitt
The annual event showcases the talents of the high school’s musical groups.
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Author: John Schwing
Wreckers laxmen hammer Hall, 19-3, in state tourney
Staples team moves on to Class L tournament quarterfinals against Glastonbury on Saturday.
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‘Pride’ of place: Westport Pride advocates for a welcoming town
Sunday’s Pride Celebration is planned by the LGBTQ group as a show of community solidarity and inclusivity, sending a message that Westport is “a community that doesn’t tolerate hate and discrimination.”
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Half marathon to disrupt Greens Farms traffic Sunday
Street closures and traffic congestion can be expected along three miles of Westport streets as runners compete in the Fairfield-based event.
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Affordable housing planners may bet big on small units
“Cottage clusters” suggested as a way to help Westport meet state mandate to provide more affordable housing.
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Sounds of the season: ‘Music on Church Lane’ starts Friday
Downtown street, closed to traffic through fall, blossoms into open-air venue for music and dancing on weekend evenings.
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Westport students’ art to be showcased in MoCA exhibit
The schools’ annual showcase of work by students in pre-kindergarten through high school will be displayed June 8-11 at the museum.
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Early voting in state wins final legislative approval
State Senate backs measure that sets 14-day period allowing voters to cast ballots in advance of general elections starting next year.
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Westport Rotary awards more than $180K to nonprofits
Club distributes money to 39 charities, with wide range of missions, at its annual “Community Giving Luncheon.”
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Obituary: Paula Leonard, 88
The longtime Westport resident worked in the real estate field many years, saying she sold Westport and the house just came with it, and also volunteered for community causes that included helping establish the new Westport Center for Senior Activities.
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Zucca Gastrobar, new dining destination in Saugatuck, set to open
The Charles Street restaurant will offer a diverse menu, featuring fresh pasta and pizza, tapas and seafood, and craft cocktails and wine.
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Last checkout: Former Westport Inn demolished
A new Delamar hotel is slated to open on the Post Road East site in the summer of 2024.
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Hometown stride: Westport’s Memorial Day parade
Marchers paid tribute Monday to the men and women who “gave the last full measure of devotion” in service to American freedom.
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State apologizes to Staples women, others for witchcraft accusations
Mary Staples, an early ancestor of the family that later played a significant role in Westport’s history, as well as her daughter, granddaughter and more than 30 others, “absolved” of colonial-era allegations.
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What’s the IDEA? ‘Kindness’ grant to Staples student raises questions
Several school board members want to review process of accepting $3,000 grant for student leader of Staples High School club promoting diversity and inclusivity.
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‘Holi Color Festival’ to be hosted at YMCA
Community invited to join the celebration of colors and unity, traditional in India, set for June 3.
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Artists Collective of Westport plans ‘Pop-Up’ show
The show opens with a June 6 reception, followed by a display of members’ work June 7-10.
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Folk series to feature former Westonite Matt LiVigni
Next “First Folk Sunday” concert with Suzanne Sheridan is June 4 at VFW Post 399.
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Golden moments at the Westport Fine Arts Festival
Downtown arts showcase, continuing Sunday, opened with crowds under brilliant skies to celebrate its 50th year.
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Obituary: Donna Naber, 89
She was an avid gardener and member of the Greens Farms Garden Club, who also enjoyed her cats, reading and gourmet cooking.
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Exploring the Derek Piotr Fieldwork Archive
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesJoin us for a fascinating lecture with folklorist and researcher Derek Piotr, founder of The Derek Piotr Fieldwork Archive. The Derek Piotr Fieldwork Archive was established by Derek Piotr in August 2022. The Archive contains over 1,500 audio recordings made from March 2020 onward, and preserves diverse representations of folklife; ballads, hymns, tales, poems, children’s […]
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Dirty Sock Funtime Band: Children’s Series – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesGet ready! The Dirty Sock Funtime Band (DSFB) returns to the Levitt Pavilion's Epstein Stage to blast off the Children's Series Launch with an extra special show! Take part in this wild, musical comedy show where anything (and we mean anything) can happen and everyone is celebrated for who they are! Join the adventures of […]
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Chris Pierce – Juneteenth Concert – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United States“One of America’s most talented, gifted, and affecting artists.” — American Songwriter Chris Pierce is a singular American voice whose songs carry equal parts soul, truth, and grace. Rooted in folk, blues, and Americana, his music speaks plainly and powerfully to the human condition, earning him a reputation as one of the most moving performers […]
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Art Adventures! – Saturday Drop-In Art Class for Kids
MoCA CT 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesYour child can join us every Saturday for a relaxed and inspiring drop-in art class at the museum! Whether your child is an experienced artist or just looking to have fun, our multi-media classes offer a creative space to explore new techniques and expression through art. Each session is designed to be fun, interactive, and […]
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LUCIUS
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesFormed by lead vocalists and songwriters Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig, acclaimed indie band Lucius is best known for their sinuous harmonies and highly-original, pop-noir musical artistry. The group, which includes multi-instrumentalists Peter Lalish and Dan Molad, have released three albums, and toured the globe, cultivating a passionate following for their ingenious art-pop creations and […]
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Mutts Gone Nuts
Westport Country Playhouse 25 Powers Court, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesCome see a half dozen of the world’s most talented four-legged performers, in an uproariously funny, comedy dog spectacular that is leaving audiences everywhere howling for more! The all-star lineup includes a Guinness World Record holder, and an America’s Got Talent fan favorite, and a host of amazing dogs that will dance, prance, flip, and […]
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DARK STAR ORCHESTRA
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesPerforming to critical acclaim for over 20 years and over 3000 shows, Dark Star Orchestra continues the Grateful Dead live concert experience. Their shows are built off the Dead's extensive catalog and the talent of these seven fine musicians. On any given night, the band will perform a show based on a set list from […]
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The Making of ‘The Culper Ring’ with Kirk Manley
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesTo celebrate the special display of The Culper Ring: The Spies of George Washington at the Fairfield Public Library, join artist Kirk Manley to discover his process of creating artwork for the exhibit and the accompanying original graphic novel. Follow his journey from researching the American Revolution to creating pages from concept roughs to inking […]
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G. LOVE, DONAVON FRANKENREITER, MOON TAXI – ROLLING TOGETHER REVUE TOUR
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesG. Love, Donavon Frankenreiter, and Moon Taxi are hitting the road for a special run of shows at some of our favorite outdoor venues across the U.S. Each night includes a full set from Moon Taxi, followed by a one-of-a-kind song-trading set from Donavon & G. Love — backed by Moon Taxi — where we’re […]
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Your Health on a Heating Planet
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesPlease join us for this important talk presented by Internal Medicine physician Dr. Kirsten Ek, MD, FACP. Dr. Ek will provide a physician’s perspective on the urgent issue of our heating planet, discussing the serious implications of failing to protect our atmosphere and how it will ultimately impact our health. Presented in partnership with Sustainable […]
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Son Little With Tonina – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesSon Little’s live show brings his music into a different kind of clarity- raw, expressive, and always evolving. Whether solo or with a full band, he moves fluidly between deep grooves, stripped-down intimacy, and moments that feel completely improvised yet emotionally precise. It’s a performance style shaped by instinct and connection, grounded in the richness […]
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Looking for History: Colossi + The Disappointed Tourist Opening Reception
MoCA CT 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesMoCACT presents Looking for History, featuring three artists, Rick Shaefer, Ellen Harvey, and Michael Borders—each presented in their own dedicated gallery space at varying intervals over the course of the exhibition from June 25 to November 15, 2026. In recognition of the United States’ 250th anniversary in 2026, the Museum invites visitors into distinct yet […]
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Westport, US
10:58 am,
June 18, 2026
71°F
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