P&Z votes down offsite affordable housing idea 4-3
The Westport Planning & Zoning Commission narrowly defeated a proposal to allow developers to build required affordable housing units offsite.
Read MoreApr 7, 2026 | Community, Government, Real Estate | 2
The Westport Planning & Zoning Commission narrowly defeated a proposal to allow developers to build required affordable housing units offsite.
Read MoreThe 2nd Annual Alternative Device Fair will address the risks of early social media access and encourage parents to take the Wait Until 8th pledge.
Read MoreThe Pequot Library will welcome a historian and Yale University professor this week for a presentation highlighting the changes to the United States federal government over time, as well as the comparatively sluggish pace in updating the Constitution.
Read MoreApr 4, 2026 | Community, Government | 0
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong spoke to residents and business owners at the Westport Library about his role and current cases.
Read MoreIn the final installment of its Peopling Greenwich lecture series, the Greenwich Historical Society will explore how women have worked to preserve national heritage.
Read MoreApr 3, 2026 | Community, Police & Fire | 0
Distracted driving is dangerous and illegal. The Westport police made 871 stops last April and are out in force again this year.
Read MoreResidents will have several chances to get some exercise and learn about local history, with the Fairfield Museum and History Center offering several walking tours during the spring and summer.
Read MoreWASA is fostering fluffy pups and adult dogs like Norman and Stanley in the Westport area. Adoption requires a home visit.
Read MoreLongshore Golf Course reopens Friday April 3 with new features including the ForeUp reservation system and new electric Club Car GPS carts.
Read MoreMar 31, 2026 | Community, Government, Real Estate | 0
Commissioners delayed a vote on offsite affordable housing and a definition change for special needs individuals, scheduling a return on April 6.
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 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 31, 2026 | Community, Election '26, Government | 3
The democratic congressman fielded questions on warrantless searches, immigration, and the future of the Saugatuck River in Westport.
Read MoreThousands gathered for the “No Kings” rally in Westport. Governor New Lamont and others spoke out against President Trump’s imperial presidency.
Read MoreLearn how to attract the American robin by planting dogwood or holly, avoiding pesticides, and leaving leaves for their favorite food.
Read MoreMar 28, 2026 | Community, Police & Fire | 0
Westport Police Department advises motorists: anticipate heavy traffic, delays, and road closures in downtown area on Saturday, March 28 (11 a.m.–2 p.m.).
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 MoreMar 27, 2026 | Community, Government, Transportation | 0
The $1.6 million Compo Road South sidewalk project, approved by the Board of Selectmen, is scheduled to start next month and take 180 days.
Read MoreThe next few days are the last chance for dog owners to take pets to Westport beaches. As of Wednesday, April 1, dogs are not allowed.
Read MoreA teenager’s “out of the blue” decision to purchase an old Bible at a library book sale has uncovered a lost heirloom from a prominent Westport family.
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The Levitt Pavilion presents Matteo Bocelli - The Falling In Love World Tour. With his newly released second album, Falling In Love, Matteo Bocelli steps confidently into the spotlight as the next generation artist, with the heart of a poet and the reach of a global star. Falling In Love is an album rich in […]
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 […]
Eggy is redefining the modern jam band experience with a blend of rich songwriting, exploratory improvisation, and magnetic live energy. The Connecticut-based quartet—Jake Brownstein (guitar, vocals), Dani Battat (keys, vocals), Mike Goodman (bass, vocals), and Alex Bailey (drums, vocals)—has built a reputation for emotionally resonant songs and live performances that turn every set into an […]
This immersive experience invites you to connect deeply with your emotions while discovering your own artistic rhythm. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a curious beginner, you’ll leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and connected to your creative flow with abstract paintings that are uniquely yours. $125.00 per adult Materials included
The Davis Guitar Duo at Weston Library July 12 4 pm Cool off with Sunday Soundscapes! On July 12 at 4 pm the Davis Guitar Duo brings us soothing music from around the world, performed in their beautiful arrangements. Mark is a Grammy-nominated artist, and together with his talented wife, Beverly. he has performed in […]
Please join Reproductive Equity Now for R-Rated: Reproductive Rights and Resistance on Stage! Provocative and entertaining, this evening of theater and conversation sheds light on current attacks on reproductive health and how activists in Connecticut are pushing back. All proceeds from the event will go to support Reproductive Equity Now’s efforts to expand and protect […]
Free show: Sunday, July 12 | 7pm show, 6pm doors SPONSOR: LEIFER PROPERTIES Reserve free tickets in advance via Levittpavilion.com Free tickets also distributed at Box office; free tickets available on a first come basis, based on space and availability. Box Office opens on-site 2-hours before show time. The best of classical Flamenco brought to […]
The Connecticut Blood Center is partnering with Fairfield Public Library to save lives! Adults 18+ can make an appointment to donate blood at https://ctblood.org/drives and come to the mobile donor van in the parking lot of Fairfield Woods Branch Library . Appointments are preferred and will be scheduled between 10:00am and 3:30pm; walk-ins will be […]
July 14 - August 1 - A masterfully twisted tale of deception and suspense. A murder. A mansion. A mysterious cast of suspects. And only one man can uncover the truth: Hercule Poirot. Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd is more than just a mystery—it’s the gold standard of the genre, widely hailed as […]
Ballet under the Stars returns! Connecticut's renowned professional company performs a new program. Connecticut Ballet was founded in 1981 by choreographers Brett Raphael and Luk de Layress. Its official debut took place (under the company’s former title, Ballet Today) at Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival. The company became a resident performing company at Stamford Center for […]
ELENA MOON PARK CELEBRATES THE MAGIC OF EVERYDAY LIFE ON NOTHING IS ORDINARY - A GLOBALLY INSPIRED ALL AGES ALBUM OUT MAY 29, 2026 Musician and cultural producer Elena Moon Park returns with Nothing Is Ordinary, a luminous new collection of songs that invites listeners of all ages to rediscover the wonder woven into everyday […]
July 14 - August 1 - A masterfully twisted tale of deception and suspense. A murder. A mansion. A mysterious cast of suspects. And only one man can uncover the truth: Hercule Poirot. Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd is more than just a mystery—it’s the gold standard of the genre, widely hailed as […]
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