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Starting June 22, Westport Schools launch summer capital projects, including Staples High School and Long Lots Elementary School plans.
Read MoreMay 10, 2026 | Education, Government | 0
Starting June 22, Westport Schools launch summer capital projects, including Staples High School and Long Lots Elementary School plans.
Read MoreMay 9, 2026 | Community, Government, Real Estate | 2
Commissioner Michael Calise called the GBD/SM zone a “ticking time bomb.” Three change proposals go to full Commission May 18.
Read MoreMay 9, 2026 | Business, Community, Government | 0
Nikki Glekas Collective (NG Entertainment LLC) is being considered for the four-year lease to operate concessions at Compo Beach and Longshore.
Read MoreMay 7, 2026 | Community, Government | 0
Members of the HDC awarded several properties for their commitment to architectural preservation.
Read MoreMay 7, 2026 | Community, Government, Sports | 1
Despite a lengthy debate on cost, the Westport Board of finance approved the $1.4 million appropriation to replace the Staples high school tennis courts.
Read MoreMay 6, 2026 | Community, Education, Government | 0
The Representative Town Meeting approved $168.8m for the Westport School District, the largest share of the $266m town budget.
Read MoreMay 5, 2026 | Community, Transportation | 0
Westport’s Wheels2U shuttle extended its midday, midweek service until 3:00 pm, offering greater flexibility for errands and meetings.
Read MoreMay 4, 2026 | Community, Education, Government | 0
Governor Ned Lamont released a breakdown of state funding for Westport totaling $270,157 for the 2027 fiscal year cycle.
Read MoreMay 4, 2026 | Community, Transportation | 0
Overnight road work on Route 1 and Route 57 begins tentatively on May 10 and May 26, according to the Connecticut DOT.
Read MoreApr 30, 2026 | Community, Environment, Government | 0
The Conservation Commission discussed Westport water quality, receiving mixed news on Sasco Brook and New Creek.
Read MoreApr 30, 2026 | Community, Government | 0
Westport resident Alex Cohen joins the Parks & Rec commission, bringing long-time resident knowledge to facility and garden priorities.
Read MoreApr 28, 2026 | Community, Education, Government | 0
Staples alumna Adelia Purcell wins the $30,000 Truman Scholarship for a plan to prevent sexual assault worldwide.
Read MoreApr 28, 2026 | Education, Government | 0
Westport BoE reviews data on the ninth grade class of 2029, noting positive trends but seeking more granular insight into student well-being.
Read MoreApr 27, 2026 | Community, Environment, Government | 0
The Western Connecticut Council of Governments launched a five-question survey to update its Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan, which includes Westport.
Read MoreApr 27, 2026 | Education, Government | 3
The school board is moving forward with a special education program review; some parents want an independent audit and greater say in the process.
Read MoreApr 24, 2026 | Education, Government | 0
The Westport school board approved the 2026-27 calendar. New holidays like Diwali, Eid, and Lunar New Year were rejected.
Read MoreApr 23, 2026 | Community, Government | 3
Westport Parks Master Plan By Kerri Williams WESTPORT – The presentation of a long-awaited Parks...
Read MoreApr 22, 2026 | Education, Government | 0
The RTM Finance Committee voted 7-0 to recommend the Westport school board’s $157.8 million budget proposal for 2026-27.
Read MoreApr 17, 2026 | Government, Police & Fire | 1
The RTM approved $495,615 for the Westport Fire Department to replace five firefighters who left within a year for better benefits.
Read MoreApr 15, 2026 | Government | 0
Jim Himes’ amendment requires the FBI to seek court approval before accessing U.S. person communications data under FISA Section 702.
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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 American roots music that blurs the borders between genre and geography, fusing the influence of the Rocky Mountains with the traditions of the Appalachians. Driven […]
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 enjoy a scavenger hunt in the museum, the diorama of Westport featuring an audio tour by Joanne Woodward, coloring pages, colonial games and more. Adult […]
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 […]
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!
Free show: Sunday, July 5 | 7pm show, 6pm doors SPONSOR: LEIFER PROPERTIES Free tickets will become available to members on June 24th at noon. Free tickets will become available to the public on Friday June 26th at 10AM ET. Reserve free tickets in advance via Levittpavilion.com Box office opens on-site 2-hours before show time; […]
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 down on yoga mats with blankets, bolsters and eye pillows. As the soothing sounds wash over the participants—hence the term "sound bath"— Lisa allows the […]
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 to relax the participants as they lie down on yoga mats with blankets, bolsters and eye pillows. As the soothing sounds wash over the participants—hence […]
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 to the group. All share an interest in exploring challenging concert band literature, improving individual technique, and creating music as an ensemble, while bringing excellent […]
Known for her extraordinary bass skills and dynamic artistry, Divinity Roxx is a Grammy-nominated powerhouse who built her career touring with 5-time Grammy-winning bass virtuoso Victor Wooten and sharing the stage with none other than the Queen B herself, Beyoncé. “I believe that there is power in play,” Roxx tells Bass Empire Magazine. That love […]
In conjunction with Looking for History, join exhibiting artist Rick Shaefer for a guided tour of Colossi on Thursday, July 9, at 6pm. During this one-hour walkthrough, Shaefer will lead Museum visitors through the exhibition, sharing insights into the inspiration, historical references, and creative methods that inform the works on view. Participants will have the […]
Richiman and Groove Nice are an American style blues band from Seoul South Korea. Formed in 2018 as the "Richiman Trio" they first entered the International Blues Challenge (IBC) in 2019 as a representative of the Korea Blues Society. While performing in Memphis, Richiman saw and felt real American Blues and knew this was his […]
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 […]
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