MoCA\CT members to meet author of new Westport history book
MoCA\CT members and their friends are invited to a book signing with author Bob Weingarten and his new history of Westport on July 7.
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MoCA\CT members and their friends are invited to a book signing with author Bob Weingarten and his new history of Westport on July 7.
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Journalist Andrew Goldman explores the unsolved murder of Martha Moxley in his podcast, Dead Certain.
Read MoreMay 26, 2026 | Arts, Community, Literature | 0
The 2nd Annual “Stories in Bloom Local Author Showcase” is Saturday, May 30, on Jesup Green in Westport. Free event!
Read MoreApr 29, 2026 | Arts, Community, Education, Literature | 0
Staples students Kaila Patel and Liam Harrison won the TEAM Westport 2026 Teen Diversity Essay Contest.
Read MoreMar 31, 2026 | Arts, Community, Fine, Literature, Performing | 0
Wyclef Jean’s extraordinary performance drew nearly 800 attendees to the Westport Library, making it the largest program ever hosted.
Read MoreFeb 26, 2026 | Arts, Community, Education, Literature | 1
The best-selling ‘I Survived’ book series tells stories of resilient youngsters surviving tragedies from Pompeii to the California wildfires. See Lauren Tarshis at the Westport Library.
Read MoreFeb 13, 2026 | Arts, Business, Community, Literature | 0
Join entrepreneur and author Jacqueline Corbelli at Westport Library for a talk and signing of her new book, “ChangeMaker,” on February 25.
Read MoreJan 30, 2026 | Arts, Education, Literature | 0
Staples High School’s award-winning literary magazines, Soundings and QED, have been recognized nationally with a Superior ranking by the NCTE.
Read MoreJan 12, 2026 | Arts, Community, Literature, Performing | 0
A conversation with Ani DiFranco, a Grammy Award-winning folk rock musician, will mark the start of festivities at the Westport Library’s four-day VersoFest 2026 event.
Read MoreDec 29, 2025 | Arts, Community, Literature | 1
Author Richard Hurowitz discusses his book In The Garden Of The Righteous, spotlighting Holocaust heroes at Westport Library on Jan. 22.
Read MoreOct 31, 2025 | Arts, Literature, Performing | 0
Ireland’s Great Hunger Museum of Fairfield (IGHMF) is welcoming a Pulitzer Prize winning poet for a presentation next month.
Read MoreSep 17, 2025 | Arts, Community, Literature | 0
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.
Read MoreSep 17, 2025 | Arts, Literature | 0
The Westport Library’s StoryFest 2025 will host an exclusive book launch for “We Survived the Night,” the debut memoir by Oscar-nominated filmmaker and author Julian Brave NoiseCat, celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
Read MoreSep 12, 2025 | Arts, Community, Literature | 0
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.
Read MoreSep 5, 2025 | Arts, Fine, Literature, Performing, Visual | 0
The Westport Journal’s Fall Culture Preview highlighted the abundance of theater, art, books, and film events across Connecticut this season
Read MoreSep 4, 2025 | Arts, Literature | 0
Olufunke Grace Bankole has won the third annual Westport Prize for Literature for The Edge of Water, her acclaimed debut novel about immigration, family, and survival after Hurricane Katrina. The $10,000 award will be presented Nov. 6 at The Westport Library.
Read MoreAug 15, 2025 | Arts, Community, Literature | 0
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.
Read MoreAug 7, 2025 | Arts, Community, Fine, Literature, Performing, Visual | 0
What’s hot in Westport culture this fall? Experts in theater, film, literature, and art will preview must-see local events on Sept. 4 at the Westport Library.
Read MoreJul 31, 2025 | Arts, Community, Literature | 0
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.”
Read MoreJul 17, 2025 | Arts, Community, Literature | 0
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.
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This beloved annual tradition is not to be missed! Join Mary Ann, Bill, Emily and Daniel and special guests for joyful songs and fun. Their award-winning music will inspire you […]
We Read: 'The Murder of Roger Ackroyd' with the Westport Country Playhouse Wed, July 1 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Westport Library, Room 210 From Page to Stage...We Read […]
Hailing from Denver, Colorado, Clay Street Unit mixes the acoustic instrumentation of bluegrass and folk with the amplified energy of Americana and country. The result is a singular interpretation of […]
First Saturdays are a great opportunity to experience what we have to offer at the Westport Museum free of charge on the first Saturday of each month. Young visitors can […]
Your 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 […]
The former Coasters’ lead singer and Apollo favorite pays tribute to Marvin Gaye, Sam Cooke, Nat King Cole, Otis Redding, and more. A spectacular live show!
Lisa's unique immersive Sound Bath Meditations are multi-instrumental soundscapes designed to reset your nervous system. They typically begin with a short guided meditation to relax the participants as they lie […]
Please bring a yoga mat and pillow Lisa's unique immersive Sound Bath Meditations are multi-instrumental soundscapes designed to reset your nervous system. They typically begin with a short guided meditation […]
The Westport Community Band, founded in 1977, is composed of adult musicians from Fairfield and Westchester Counties, who represent a wide variety of professional backgrounds and bring diverse musical experiences […]
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