Obituary: Robert Bevacqua
Robert Bevacqua, a beloved hairdresser and spiritual guide, passed away peacefully on July 30 at 81. He touched many lives through his work and his deep compassion.
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Author: Doug Weber
New Yacht City rocks the VFW Saturday
New Yacht City, a seven-piece yacht rock cover band, brings classic hits and big energy to VFW Post 399 in Westport on Saturday, Aug. 9.
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Helping Westporters in need
Despite Westport’s wealth, many families are facing real hardship. Elaine Daignault, director of the Human Services Department, describes growing demand for aid—from heating assistance to mental health support—and the local generosity that helps make it all possible.
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Obituary: Kevin Emery Gage
Kevin Gage, a respected executive and devoted family man, passed away at 65. His life and legacy will be honored on August 20 at Aspetuck Country Club.
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Watching “The Naked Gun” with Susan Granger
Susan Granger dives into The Naked Gun, where Liam Neeson’s deadpan detective leads a hilariously absurd investigation. With Pamela Anderson, a nefarious tech plot, and nonstop gags, this reboot lands as a smartly silly return to slapstick comedy.
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“The Magic of Every Moment” to be dedicated Aug. 13
The Westport Arts Advisory Committee will dedicate a new public sculpture by Marc Zaref titled Enso: The Magic of Every Moment at Eloise A. Ray Park on Wednesday, August 13. The steel piece interprets the Zen concept of “enso” and celebrates artistic expression in the moment.
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Tickets on sale for Harvest Fest at WTF
Harvest Fest, Wakeman Town Farm’s signature fundraising event, returns Sept. 13 with seasonal bites from local chefs, signature drinks, live music, and a lively auction. Proceeds benefit Farm on the Go, the farm’s new mobile education initiative.
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Rachel Hall photography show
Rachel Hall, a Westport Police detective and photographer, captures local landscapes “in plain view” at the Westport Book Shop through August 31.
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“Linedy Genao: Songs from My Sala” at the Playhouse Aug. 12
WESTPORT—Broadway performer Linedy Genao will take the stage at Westport Country Playhouse on Aug. 12 in Songs from My Sala, a concert that traces her journey from living room performances to starring roles on Broadway.
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It’s official: Metro-North fares to go up in September and July
NEWINGTON—Metro-North fares in Connecticut will increase 5% on Sept. 1 and again on July 1, 2026, CTDOT announced. Monthly passes from Westport to Grand Central will rise to $405.50 by next summer.
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LaSource comes to Church Lane
LaSource, a new shop on Church Lane, offers women a curated collection of lingerie, sleepwear, resort wear, and gifts—celebrating self and style.
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Westport Appoints Alberto Vargas Jr. as Director of IT
WESTPORT — First Selectwoman Jennifer Tooker has appointed Alberto Vargas Jr. as the town’s new Director of Information Technology, effective Aug. 4. Vargas brings over two decades of experience leading tech modernization and cybersecurity efforts across public and private sectors.
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HeatSmart Westport offers a way to get a break on energy bills
As summer temperatures soar, HeatSmart Westport offers residents a way to cool down energy costs. A partnership between the town and clean energy advocates, the program provides discounted or free home energy audits and encourages upgrades for efficiency and sustainability.
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Two-hour parking signs going up downtown Monday
Starting Monday, Aug. 4, the Department of Public Works will begin installing new signs to reflect updated downtown parking rules. On-street parking on five downtown streets will be reduced from 3 hours to 2, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Town lots are unaffected.
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Property sales July 14-18
WESTPORT — From July 14-18, 13 properties sold for a total of $34.7 million, including properties on Bayberry Lane, Dover Road, Fraser Road (shown), Hermit Lane, Island Way, Keyser Road, Oak Ridge Park, Old Hill Road, Over Rock Lane, Partrick Lane, Silver Brook Road, Valley Road and Woodside Ave.
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The Flying Fingers Jug Band returns for First Folk Sunday
WESTPORT–The Flying Fingers Jug Band is back for their third headline appearance at First Folk Sunday on Aug. 3, bringing their lively, prohibition-era Southern jug band sound to the Saugatuck Rowing Club.
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The injustice facing immigrants today
“Our immigrant community is under attack,” said Barbara López at a powerful forum on immigrant justice Thursday at the Westport Library. The panel highlighted rising enforcement, systemic inequities, and how hope and grassroots action can bring change.
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Westport Library tribute to Sinéad O’Connor Aug. 6
On Aug. 6, the Westport Library will host a tribute to Sinéad O’Connor, featuring a panel of essayists and a musical performance honoring the late activist and musician. The free event centers on the new book “Nothing Compares to You: What Sinéad O’Connor Means to Us.”
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Watching “Heads of State” with Susan Granger
“Heads of State” is a remarkably entertaining action/buddy comedy. John Cena and Idris Elba star as the US President and UK Prime Minister who must team up to defeat determined assassins.
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Better than Uber: Wheels2U offers free rides
The Westport Transit District is now offering five free rides to anyone who downloads the Wheels2U on-demand transit app for the first time.
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Washington’s Spies Escape Room
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Wesport, Connecticut, United StatesAs the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements. In our brand-new Escape Room experience […]
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Washington’s Spies Escape Room
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Wesport, Connecticut, United StatesAs the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements. In our brand-new Escape Room experience […]
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Washington’s Spies Escape Room
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Wesport, Connecticut, United StatesAs the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements. In our brand-new Escape Room experience […]
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Washington’s Spies Escape Room
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Wesport, Connecticut, United StatesAs the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements. In our brand-new Escape Room experience […]
$25 -
Washington’s Spies Escape Room
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Wesport, Connecticut, United StatesAs the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements. In our brand-new Escape Room experience […]
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Washington’s Spies Escape Room
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Wesport, Connecticut, United StatesAs the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements. In our brand-new Escape Room experience […]
$25 -
Washington’s Spies Escape Room
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Wesport, Connecticut, United StatesAs the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements. In our brand-new Escape Room experience […]
$25 -
Washington’s Spies Escape Room
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Wesport, Connecticut, United StatesAs the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements. In our brand-new Escape Room experience […]
$25 -
Washington’s Spies Escape Room
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Wesport, Connecticut, United StatesAs the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements. In our brand-new Escape Room experience […]
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Always… Patsy Cline
Music Theatre of Connecticut 509 Westport Avenue, Norwalk, Connecticut, United StatesNovember 6 - 22, 2026 ALWAYS…PATSY CLINE Written by Ted Swindley Always…Patsy Cline is more than a musical tribute to the legendary country singer who died tragically at age 30 […]
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Prize-winning pianist Anthony Ratinov at Weston Library Nov. 8
Weston Public Library 56 Norfield Rd., Weston, CT, United StatesPrize winning pianist at Weston Library November 8 The Friends of the Weston Library are honored to welcome prize-winning pianist Anthony Ratinov in the first concert of our 2026-27 Sunday Soundcapes concert series. On November 8 at 4 pm Mr. Ratinov will introduce our new Estonia grand piano to the public, with a preview of […]
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Benedict Arnold: CT’s Conflicted Traitor
Fairfield Woods Branch Library, Fairfield 1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, United StatesBenedict Arnold’s name is synonymous with being a traitor. At an important point in the Revolutionary War, he orchestrated the handover of top-secret plans about the Patriots’ most important fort, West Point, to British spy John Andre. The plot unraveled; otherwise, the outcome of the fight for independence may have had a different ending. Before […]
Free
Location
Westport, US
10:47 am,
November 8, 2026
56°F
few clouds
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