Unleash the beast! Compo open to dogs Wednesday
Westport’s Compo Beach, closed to canines during the summer, opens for pooches from Oct. 1, 2025, through March 31, 2026. Owners must follow rules.
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Category: Community
Rach’s Hope returns
The fourth annual Rach’s Hope Family Fun Walk is set for Sunday, Oct. 5, at Compo Beach. Honor Rachel Doran’s legacy and raise funds for families.
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Rotarians to feature state treasurer Erick Russell
The Westport Sunrise Rotary Club invites the public to a meeting featuring guest speaker Erick Russell, the Connecticut State Treasurer. Russell will discuss his work administering pension funds, overseeing state debt, and managing the Connecticut Higher Education Trust, as well as the CT Baby Bonds program.
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Downtown businesses struggling with 2-hour parking limit
Westport’s new 2-hour parking limit in downtown areas is causing frustration for businesses and employees, leading to increased parking tickets.
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Candidates to discuss sustainability, environment at Oct. 6 forum
Westport’s first selectperson candidates will discuss sustainability and the environment at a forum on Oct. 6, presented by Sustainable Westport and Earthplace.
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Preservationists ask town to restore Colonial-era Kings Highway Burial Ground
Preservation advocates Morley Boyd and Wendy Crowther are urging the town of Westport to restore the historic Kings Highway Burial Ground. They highlight neglect, fallen trees, and limited access as challenges to preserving the Colonial-era site, which houses headstones predating the Revolutionary War.
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Westoberfest craft beer fest returns Oct. 4
The Westoberfest Craft Beer and Family Fall Festival is back for its eighth year, bringing together craft beer enthusiasts and families for an afternoon full of beer, music and activities.
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Applications for help with heating bills accepted as of Oct. 1
Westport residents can apply for the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) starting Oct. 1, 2025, to help with winter heating bills. Income-eligible households can contact Human Services to apply.
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MoCA/CT celebrates “Endless Summer”
MoCA/CT hosted “Endless Summer” fundraiser, bringing together art enthusiasts to support the museum’s outreach.
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Parks & Rec gets peek at master plan
The Westport Parks & Recreation Commission Wednesday reviewed a draft of the town’s master plan for parks, the first update in over 30 years. Key highlights included potential sites for community gardens and a detailed look at Jesup Green, with a public feedback workshop scheduled for September 30.
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Officials discuss the human side of affordable housing
A joint meeting in Westport discussed affordable housing, focusing on the needs of seniors and people with disabilities, and the challenges faced by ALICE households.
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Westport photographer turns grief into memoir
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.
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A dozen Westport artists showcased this weekend
The Artists Collective of Westport is presenting a pop-up show of a dozen members’ work this week, open to the public from September 19-21 at the Westport Country Playhouse Barn.
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Wakeman Town Farm raises over $100,000 at annual fundraiser
Wakeman Town Farm hosted its annual fundraiser on Saturday, welcoming 285 guests and raising over $100,000 to support the farm and its new Farm on the Go outreach effort.
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Saugatuck shines
The Slice of Saugatuck, Westport’s annual celebration of local businesses, attracted 2,000 attendees on Saturday, enjoying sunny skies and a festive atmosphere.
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Cultivating with Kerri: Host a September garden party
Don’t put away your outdoor entertaining ideas just yet! September in Westport offers ideal weather for garden or patio parties. Learn how to extend the season with intimate gatherings and simple preparations.
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Slice to delight strollers, bedevil drivers
The Slice of Saugatuck festival returns to Westport on Saturday, Sept. 13. From 2 to 5 p.m., families can stroll through Saugatuck to enjoy food, drinks, music and activities. Drivers should be cautious and patient.
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Sarah Jessica Parker wows Westport
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.
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Saugatuck Rowing Club: a community center for all ages
From Olympic-level athletes to recreational rowers in their 70s, the Saugatuck Rowing Club in Westport has become more than just a training ground—it’s a community hub.
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Westport studies improved beach water testing to limit closures
Westport officials are studying new approaches to beach water testing that could reduce unnecessary closures and improve public safety. The town and Aspetuck Health District are reviewing options.
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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 where you are one of Washington’s spies, a fellow spy known simply as “The Lady” left vital plans for you hidden in a strongbox tucked […]
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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 where you are one of Washington’s spies, a fellow spy known simply as “The Lady” left vital plans for you hidden in a strongbox tucked […]
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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 where you are one of Washington’s spies, a fellow spy known simply as “The Lady” left vital plans for you hidden in a strongbox tucked […]
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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 where you are one of Washington’s spies, a fellow spy known simply as “The Lady” left vital plans for you hidden in a strongbox tucked […]
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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 where you are one of Washington’s spies, a fellow spy known simply as “The Lady” left vital plans for you hidden in a strongbox tucked […]
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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 where you are one of Washington’s spies, a fellow spy known simply as “The Lady” left vital plans for you hidden in a strongbox tucked […]
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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 where you are one of Washington’s spies, a fellow spy known simply as “The Lady” left vital plans for you hidden in a strongbox tucked […]
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Election Day Recess Camp at MoCACT!
MoCA CT 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesSchool is out-so let’s get creative! Spend Election Day at MoCA/CT for a fun-filled morning of art, imagination, and museum exploration! Designed for children ages 5–10, this special one-day Recess Camp gives young artists the chance to create, discover, and play in an inspiring art museum setting. Campers will enjoy a hands-on art workshop, creative […]
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Ken Ludwig’s Pride and Prejudice Part 2: Napoleon at Pemberley
Westport Country Playhouse 25 Powers Court, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesWestport Country Playhouse stages the world premiere of “Ken Ludwig’s Pride and Prejudice, Part 2: Napoleon at Pemberley,” written by Ken Ludwig and directed by Emily Mann, October 20 - November 7. In this imaginative sequel to Jane Austen’s beloved classic, life at Pemberley is turned upside down when an unexpected houseguest arrives: Napoleon Bonaparte.
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“Co-existing with Coyotes” at Fairfield Public Library
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesThere are few species in North America as misunderstood and maligned as the coyote. Yet many understand them as a symbol of resilience and a subject of admiration, a North American mascot and vital member of our ecological team. Please join us for the Wolf Conservation Center’s talk about eastern coyotes, their history and ecology, […]
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Ken Ludwig’s Pride and Prejudice Part 2: Napoleon at Pemberley
Westport Country Playhouse 25 Powers Court, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesWestport Country Playhouse stages the world premiere of “Ken Ludwig’s Pride and Prejudice, Part 2: Napoleon at Pemberley,” written by Ken Ludwig and directed by Emily Mann, October 20 - November 7. In this imaginative sequel to Jane Austen’s beloved classic, life at Pemberley is turned upside down when an unexpected houseguest arrives: Napoleon Bonaparte.
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Night at the Museum: An Evening of Comedy
MoCA CT 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesComedy comes to MoCACT as Circle Comedy and Westport Parks & Rec bring you a night of stand-up headlined by Christian Finnegan the sharp-witted comic known for Chappelle's Show, VH1's Best Week Ever, and his Comedy Central specials. Grab your tickets early for a night of big laughs (that also includes Heidi Grandberry) in one […]
$40 – $50
Location
Westport, US
6:51 pm,
November 2, 2026
56°F
broken clouds
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