P&Z plans to approve lights
Westport Planning & Zoning Commission straw polls show support for lighting PJ Romano and Wakeman B athletic fields.
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Category: Education
Honors abound for Staples students
Staples High School students earn national merit and international leadership recognition.
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Optional counseling needs assessment survey planned
Westport approves a student counseling survey to identify needs, despite board concerns over privacy and question sensitivity.
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2026-27 school enrollment report
Westport Public Schools enrollment remains stable with 5,913 students reported for the 2026-27 school year.
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Six firms vie for school’s special ed critique
Six firms submitted bids to conduct an independent review of the Westport school district’s special education services.
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Westport students nail state tests
Westport students continue to lead the state, with roughly four out of five meeting goals in reading, math and science.
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Scarice: district is “well positioned” this year
Westport superintendent Thomas Scarice outlines plans for AI integration, school facilities and budget priorities.
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Back-to-school for teachers
Westport teachers kicked off the 2026-27 school year at Staples High School with a focus on artificial intelligence.
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Board of Education sets graduation date, student rep
The Westport Board of Education has set the 2027 graduation date and welcomed a new student representative.
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Westport Police Department announces back to school traffic safety campaign
Westport Police launch an annual campaign to ensure student safety as schools prepare to reopen next week.
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Stanfordite discusses his exoplanet discoveries
Michael Telesco presents findings on his discovery of 30 new exoplanets at a recent Westport astronomical event.
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Autumn and raptors descend on Earthplace
Celebrate fall at Earthplace with the newly restored raptor exhibit, September’s Fall Festival and October’s Woodside Bash event.
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14-year-old Westporter takes “Best in Show”
Miranda Cameron, a 14-year-old Westport student, wins Best in Show for her oil painting at a local competition.
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A little help? Human Services seeks donations for school supplies and afterschool program
Human Services is calling for community donations to support local families with school supplies and programs.
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School board approves special ed RFP, 10 potential applicants
Westport Board of Education advances a review of special education services and selects ten firms.
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10 firms share qualifications for special ed study
The Board of Education evaluates 10 candidates to review district special education programs and services.
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Help wanted at Westport schools
The Westport school district is actively filling staff vacancies for the upcoming school year.
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Staples’ Jake Shufro wins citizenship award
The First County Bank Foundation has awarded the Taber Citizenship Award to Staples’ Jake Shufro and two Fairfield students.
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Pick Your Poison celebrates WCP’s “The Murder of Roger Ackroyd”
Theater and mystery fans gathered at The Clubhouse to enjoy student readings and a taste of the new mystery play.
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Connecticut author to lead teen writing workshop at Westport Library
Lori Miller Kase – Contributed photo WESTPORT–Author Lori Miller Kase of Simsbury,...
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Friends of Fairfield Public Library Annual Meeting & Author Talk
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesJoin the Friends of Fairfield Public Library for their Annual Meeting & Author Event, featuring Latina authors Naima Coster and Cleyvis Natera in conversation with Christine Kandic Torres. In celebration of Latin American Heritage Month (Sept. 15 - Oct. 15), the authors will discuss Coster's book Take What You Can (release date: August 4) and […]
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Ari Axelrod: My Year in Anatevka
Westport Country Playhouse 25 Powers Court, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesFeaturing beloved songs from the score of Fiddler on the Roof, behind-the-scenes stories, and music inspired by Fiddler‘s unforgettable characters—including songs that never made it to Broadway—My Year in Anatevka traces one artist’s journey through a musical. Warm, funny, and deeply moving, My Year in Anatevka is a love letter to Fiddler on the Roof […]
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Comedy Night! – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesJohn Tobin Presents! delivers a slate of their funniest stand-up comedians for another free night of side-splitting laughs under the stars!
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Westport Community Band – FREE CONCERT
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesFREE TICKET SHOW | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 | 7.00PM SHOW / DOORS 6:00PM *Rescheduled from 7/7* Free tickets may be reserved in advance via Levittpavilion.com. Reminders: Free tickets are also issued via the Box Office which opens 2-hours before show time on show days (based on available supplies). If all available public-facing free tickets are […]
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Bruce S. Kershner Art Gallery Reception: “Material Matters”
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesThe public is invited to attend an opening reception for "Material Matters", the newest exhibit from the Bruce S. Kershner Art Gallery, at Fairfield Public Library. The reception will be held from 5:30-7:30pm at the Main Library, and features the art of Carla Goldberg, Lucy Krupenye, and Marc Zaref, who have each used unusual materials […]
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Encaustic and Collage with Leslie Giuliani
MoCA CT 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesIn this class, we’ll explore the ancient yet contemporary medium of Encaustic—beeswax-based paint that also serves as a versatile adhesive—to create unique collages. This technique is wonderfully flexible: if you’re not happy with an arrangement, simply re-melt and re-position. Participants will learn how to build richly layered artworks using Encaustic as “glue,” incorporating fabric, stencils, […]
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Borboletta: A Tribute to Santana – FREE CONCERT
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesFREE TICKET SHOW | Thursday, SEP 17th | 6:30PM DOORS / 7:30PM This concert was originally scheduled for 8/20/26. If you already claimed a free ticket, it will work on 9/17. If you can no longer use your free ticket, please email boxofficelevittpavilion@gmail.com so it can be redistributed. Reminders: Free tickets are also issued via […]
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MoCACT Sessions: Heida Hermanns International Piano Competition 2025 Winners Concert
MoCA CT 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesJoin us for a special evening showcasing the winners of the 2025 Heida Hermanns International Music Competition. Since taking top honors last fall at MoCACT, these already exceptional pianists have gone on to impressive achievements, performing on major stages and earning recognition at worldwide competitions. Ye-Eun Hyun, a native of South Korea, began her musical […]
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Art Adventures! – Saturday Drop-In Art Class for Kids
MoCA CT 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesYour 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 […]
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Clifford the Big Red Dog: The Musical
Westport Country Playhouse 25 Powers Court, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesEveryone’s favorite Big Red Dog, Clifford – bounds onto the stage in a brand-new musical comedy adventure that celebrates friendship, imagination, and the magic of unconditional love!
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Local Author Expo at Fairfield Public Library
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesMix and mingle with the authors and browse and buy books! Meet some of Fairfield’s local authors! You will have the opportunity to ask the authors questions and get some insight into their books. And if you love a book, you can purchase it and get it signed! We also invite you to grab a […]
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Clifford the Big Red Dog: The Musical
Westport Country Playhouse 25 Powers Court, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesEveryone’s favorite Big Red Dog, Clifford – bounds onto the stage in a brand-new musical comedy adventure that celebrates friendship, imagination, and the magic of unconditional love!
Location
Westport, US
5:56 am,
September 15, 2026
52°F
clear sky
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