WFM opens 20th season Thursday
The Westport Farmers Market opens its 20th season May 7 with a community toast, live music, and fresh local produce.
Read MoreThe sixth annual Fashionably Westport fundraiser brought hundreds of Westporters together to support Homes with Hope and its mission for the housing insecure.
Read MoreGovernor Lamont addressed the Westport-Weston Chamber of Commerce on healthcare, transportation, energy, and the future of the Cribari Bridge.
Read MoreThe Westport Downtown Association’s sixth annual Fashionably Westport event supports Homes with Hope on April 25 at the Westport Library.
Read MoreMar 31, 2026 | Business, Community, Election '26 | 0
The Westport Weston Chamber of Commerce and the Westport Library welcome Governor Ned Lamont to discuss Connecticut affordability and fiscal health.
Read MoreMar 27, 2026 | Business, Community, Real Estate | 3
Spinnaker Real Estate Partners buys the majority of the land that would have comprised the Hamlet at Saugatuck site, indicating a major potential change for Westport’s Saugatuck neighborhood.
Read MoreYuzu, the new Japanese spot in Westport, offers theatrical Omakase sushi with fire and kitchen dishes like miso-glazed Chilean sea bass.
Read MoreMar 15, 2026 | Business, Community, Government | 2
Westport is paving the way for summer activities including outdoor dining on Church Lane, music under the stars, and a summer road race series.
Read MoreMar 5, 2026 | Business, Education, Government | 0
Plans for the new Long Lots Elementary School reach a milestone today when the town opens bids from construction companies vying to build it.
Read MoreWonder, the unique dining concept offering diverse cuisines from steaks to poke bowls, is officially opening in Westport.
Read MoreFeb 21, 2026 | Business, Community, Government, Real Estate | 0
Westport businesses face trouble as a judge overturns Text Amendments 846 and 843, halting plans for alcohol sales at Old Mill Grocery.
Read MoreFeb 16, 2026 | Business, Community, Government, Real Estate | 4
Roan Development Ventures has withdrawn its lawsuit demanding Westport’s approval of the proposed Hamlet at Saugatuck mixed-use development.
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.
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Westport Country Playhouse hosts golf, mahjong, and canasta tournaments at Birchwood Country Club in Westport on Monday, June 15. Fundraiser in support of Westport Country Playhouse.
Join us for an engaging lecture hosted by Professor Gil Harel, exploring the iconic musical 1776 in the context of America’s 250th birthday in 2026. This talk will delve into how the musical, first performed in 1969, vividly portrays the struggles and compromises surrounding the signing of the Declaration of Independence, capturing the revolutionary spirit […]
Lauded by New York Magazine for "cutting edge klezmer," and the L.A. Blade as "rapturous and rollicking," the band specializes also in re-grooved standards, obscure vintage soundtrack gems, and genre-defying originals. Isle of Klezbos approaches Yiddish musical traditions with loving irreverence and profound respect. Now in their 27th year and counting, with a touring history […]
Join Tastebudsct for a culinary journey to America's founding — a flavorful and fun way to celebrate America's 250th anniversary! We will revisit the culinary traditions of early Americans, when simplicity, resourcefulness, and a deep connection to nature were the hallmarks of cooking styles. The tasting menu includes Johnnycakes, Traditional Wampanoag Succotash Recipe and Old […]
Westport Country Playhouse will present “Get Happy!,” a concert celebrating the legendary entertainer Judy Garland. The show was nominated for BroadwayWorld’s San Diego 2021 Regional Awards for Best Cabaret/Concert/Solo Performance. Artist, creator, and producer Jenna Pastuszek will sing music from “The Wizard of Oz,” “Easter Parade,” “Judy Live at Carnegie Hall,” “Judy at The Palace,” […]
Born in the new millennium, Luke Tyler Shelton makes soul-soothing rock-and-roll with all the ineffable charm of a faraway time. With a profound gift for dreaming up heavenly melodies and fantastically loose grooves, the Los Angeles native found his sound as part of a close-knit scene of young musicians and artists—a DIY-minded community whose spirit […]
Join 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 […]
Get 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 […]
“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 […]
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 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 […]
Formed 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 […]
Come 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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