Obituary: Richard ‘Dicki’ DePalma, 76
The Staples High School graduate and Navy veteran worked for Southern New England Telephone Co., and later retired to build his “dream home” in the Berkshires of Massachusetts.
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Category: Obituaries
Obituary: Crescienzo (Christy) John Boccanfuso, 82
The former owner of Boccanfuso Bros., he “took pride in his work and built his entire life with his own two hands.”
Read MoreObituary: John P. Luscombe, 86
An electrical engineer by trade, he was “a devoted sailor and boatsman” active in several local boating groups.
Read MoreMemorial Service: Joel Robert Hallas
Saturday service planned by family; he was an electrician, and expert in the telecommunications and amateur radio fields.
Read MoreObituary: Janet Kinnally
Born in England, in 1967 she moved to Westport, where Sherwood Island became a favorite place, and she was a “health and wellness pioneer.”
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Obituary: Mila Adams Grieb
The longtime resident of Westport and Weston worked in the real estate field for 45 years, and in 1984, founded her own agency, Mila Grieb Village Realty.
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Obituary: Nicholas T. Zeoli, 98
Born and raised in the Saugatuck neighborhood, he was a Navy veteran of World War II and spent many years as physical educator, coach and athletic director in Wilton, which paid tribute to him with the Nicholas T. Zeoli Fieldhouse.
Read MoreObituary: John F. Weiss, 88
Formerly a longtime Westport resident, he worked in the financial field, had been a member of the Y’s Men and played clarinet in the Westport Community Band.
Read MoreObituary: Lester Frank Bottone, Jr., 80
The lifelong Westport resident worked as a teenager at the Arrow restaurant in Saugatuck, founded by his grandparents; later served as a firefighter for more than three decades and “loved racing of all sorts.”
Read MoreObituary: Jennie McCarthy, 94
The lifelong Westport resident had a varied career, but “her most cherished role was creating a loving home for her family.”
Read MoreObituary: Johanna Straczek, 96
She started her own accounting firm, served as treasurer of the Saugatuck Co-op and was noted for her “exceptional soprano voice.”
Read MoreObituary: Michael J. Hannan, 56
The lifelong Westport resident was an arborist who was the “mainstay” of the family business, New England Nurseries, and an avid fisherman.
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Obituary: Betty Palmer Cabral, 84
The longtime Westport resident was a Staples High School graduate, operated the Hair Place salon for decades and was “all-round life enthusiast.”
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Obituary: Jerry Hodges, 81
An independent truck driver and heavy machine operator, he enjoyed music and riding his Harley.
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Obituary: Michael Brody, 79
He built four software businesses over the course of his career, and took pride in helping mentor the people who worked there.
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Obituary: Christine Lozyniak, 60
The married mother of one loved boating and enjoyed bringing happiness to others.
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Obituary: Thomas Howard, 63
The married father of two daughters was a respected economist and “lifelong adventurer,” who died last week while mountaineering in the Adirondacks.
Read MoreObituary: Carol Diamond, 1921-2022
She leaves a legacy of human rights and political activism, advocacy for women and support for community institutions like the Westport Library.
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Obituary: Leonard Flom, 94
The internationally known ophthalmologist pioneered landmark technology in the medical field.
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Obituary: David John Bate, 78
He was an accomplished sailor and classic car enthusiast.
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Chris Pierce – Juneteenth Concert – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United States“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 […]
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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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LUCIUS
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesFormed 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 […]
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Mutts Gone Nuts
Westport Country Playhouse 25 Powers Court, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesCome 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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DARK STAR ORCHESTRA
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesPerforming to critical acclaim for over 20 years and over 3000 shows, Dark Star Orchestra continues the Grateful Dead live concert experience. Their shows are built off the Dead's extensive catalog and the talent of these seven fine musicians. On any given night, the band will perform a show based on a set list from […]
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The Making of ‘The Culper Ring’ with Kirk Manley
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesTo celebrate the special display of The Culper Ring: The Spies of George Washington at the Fairfield Public Library, join artist Kirk Manley to discover his process of creating artwork for the exhibit and the accompanying original graphic novel. Follow his journey from researching the American Revolution to creating pages from concept roughs to inking […]
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G. LOVE, DONAVON FRANKENREITER, MOON TAXI – ROLLING TOGETHER REVUE TOUR
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesG. Love, Donavon Frankenreiter, and Moon Taxi are hitting the road for a special run of shows at some of our favorite outdoor venues across the U.S. Each night includes a full set from Moon Taxi, followed by a one-of-a-kind song-trading set from Donavon & G. Love — backed by Moon Taxi — where we’re […]
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Your Health on a Heating Planet
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesPlease join us for this important talk presented by Internal Medicine physician Dr. Kirsten Ek, MD, FACP. Dr. Ek will provide a physician’s perspective on the urgent issue of our heating planet, discussing the serious implications of failing to protect our atmosphere and how it will ultimately impact our health. Presented in partnership with Sustainable […]
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Son Little With Tonina – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesSon Little’s live show brings his music into a different kind of clarity- raw, expressive, and always evolving. Whether solo or with a full band, he moves fluidly between deep grooves, stripped-down intimacy, and moments that feel completely improvised yet emotionally precise. It’s a performance style shaped by instinct and connection, grounded in the richness […]
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Looking for History: Colossi + The Disappointed Tourist Opening Reception
MoCA CT 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesMoCACT presents Looking for History, featuring three artists, Rick Shaefer, Ellen Harvey, and Michael Borders—each presented in their own dedicated gallery space at varying intervals over the course of the exhibition from June 25 to November 15, 2026. In recognition of the United States’ 250th anniversary in 2026, the Museum invites visitors into distinct yet […]
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Miss Tutti and The Fruity Band: Children’s Series – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesMiss Tutti and The Fruity Band is a musical project celebrating themes of confidence, inclusivity, and LGBTQ+ representation for kids and families of all-ages. Their upbeat retro-pop tunes are co-produced by music educator Gracie Nash and 2-time GRAMMY/TONY Award winner Charlie Rosen. Think Mr. Rogers meets The Monkees! Get ready to sing and dance along […]
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Westport’s Annual Sidewalk Sale
Main Street, Downtown Westport Main Street, Westport, CT, United StatesDate: Friday, June 26 - Sunday, June 28, 2026 Time: During regular business hours Where: Westport-wide | Event Hub: Downtown Westport (Main Street, Church Lane, Elm Street, and Post Road) The Westport Downtown Association's annual Sidewalk Sale returns to downtown Westport on Friday through Sunday, June 26-28, 2026. One of the most anticipated shopping events […]
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Location
Westport, US
5:53 pm,
June 19, 2026
81°F
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