Author Richard Hurowitz discusses his book In The Garden Of The Righteous, spotlighting Holocaust heroes at Westport Library on Jan. 22.

Westport photographer Stacy Waldman Bass, who lost her father tragically 30 years ago and her mother in 2019, has channeled her profound grief into a new memoir, “Lightkeeper: A Memoir through the Lens of Love and Loss.” The book explores her journey of “light keeping”—preserving the memory and legacy of her family.

Sarah Jessica Parker captivated a Westport audience as the 2025 BOOKED for the Evening honoree. Celebrated for her acting, publishing, and advocacy for libraries and the arts, Parker shared her love of books, creativity, and the vital role of libraries in communities.

Shonda Rhimes will close out The Westport Library’s StoryFest 2025 on October 20 with a special talk marking the 10th anniversary of her bestselling memoir Year of Yes. The event includes signed books, special guests, and new insights from Rhimes.

Activist and author Cristina Jiménez brings her acclaimed story of the immigrant experience to The Westport Library on July 31, joined by Make the Road Connecticut.

WESTPORT—Beloved author Adriana Trigiani will appear at the Westport Library on July 23 for a conversation with Christina Geist and a discussion of her new novel, “The View From Lake Como.” Admission includes a signed copy of the book.

Sarah Jessica Parker will speak at the Westport Library. She is the latest “Booked for the Evening” honoree, joining Martin Scorsese, Alan Alda, Shonda Rhimes, Billie Jean King and other prominent artists.