Voices at Westport rally add to ‘International Women’s Day’ protests
Hundreds line Ruth Steinkraus Cohen Bridge to underscore support for women’s equality.
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Tag: Christina Torres
Democrats to vote on two nominees for open seats on town boards
Full town committee to act Monday on recommended endorsements of Abby Gordon-Tolan for Board of Education seat and Joe Scordato for spot on Zoning Board of Appeals.
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Schools buffeted by ‘profound headwinds’ on budget
Spike in health-care costs complicates planning for 2024-25 education budget.
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Goldstein, Hordon and Phillips to lead school board
As Board of Education elected officers Thursday, Christina Torres announced her resignation from the panel.
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School board colleagues give high marks to departing Heyer
Republican leaves panel after being elected to Board of Finance.
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Letter: Goldstein, Phillips are role models for children, town
Writer urges support for Democratic colleagues seeking election to the Board of Education in November.
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The ‘R’ word: Redistricting for town schools is coming, sooner or later
Supt. of Schools Thomas Scarice calls for a “thoughtful” two-year process aiming for fall 2025, while Republican school board members press for tighter timeframe.
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School board splits in approving plan to add student seats
Along party lines, board’s Democratic majority backs proposal to add two non-voting high school representatives in the fall.
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Board wrangles over how to define, apply ‘equity’ in schools
Board of Education has another lengthy, sometimes contentious, discussion about the school district’s equity plans, which remain a work in progress.
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School board pushed to tighten ‘DEI’ parameters
Efforts to implement diversity, equity and inclusion programming in Westport schools still raising questions.
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Questions raised over conditions at Kings Highway School
Board of Education majority, however, says space, accessibility issues not serious enough to warrant prioritizing over other capital plans.
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Redistrict 2024 or ’25?: That’s the big school question
Board of Education discusses various scenarios to remap school boundaries for the first time in 25 years, aiming to avoid pitfalls of abandoned 2018 effort.
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School board backs $136.3M budget after minor cut
Spending plans for 2023-24, with 5.24 percent increase, forwarded to Board of Finance after proposed project coordinator was trimmed from budget.
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School redistricting: Not ‘if,’ but ‘when’ is the issue
Board of Education members disagree on when is the best time to draw new boundaries for Westport’s schools, while superintendent urges waiting until 2025.
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Class acts: New courses for Staples get high marks
College-level courses in psychology and writing approved by Board of Education.
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School board struggles to make cuts in budget with 5.33% hike
Education budget request for the next fiscal year now stands at $136.4 million, nearly $7 million more than current spending.
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School board splits in approving Long Lots modular classrooms
Board of Education members divide over plan to add temporary classrooms at town’s largest elementary school, with Republicans instead preferring redistricting or relocating programs.
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Tight timeline for new Long Lots raising questions
As building committee declines to commit to 2026 target for school’s completion, Board of Education members debate need for modular classrooms vs. redistricting.
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Questions about ‘equity’ divide school board members
Two-year study on diversity, equity and inclusivity in Westport schools wins support from some Board of Education members, but others fault focus of efforts.
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New Likely Board of Ed Members Already Seeing Eye to Eye
LWV virtual forum highlights similarities. (Story by Gretchen Webster)
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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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Chaparelle – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesIn a harmonious union, singer-songwriters Zella Day and Jesse Woods come together to reveal their highly anticipated collaboration, “Chaparelle”. Esteemed for their exceptional vocal prowess and celebrated contributions to their distinct genres, Zella and Jesse craft a musical tapestry that harkens back to legendary duets of icons like George and Tammy or Gram and Emmylou. […]
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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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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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Wildlife and Connecticut’s Changing Landscapes
Fairfield Woods Branch Library, Fairfield 1147 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, CT, United StatesAs the landscape has changed in Connecticut so have the wildlife populations that depend on the land for habitat. This presentation describes the history of Connecticut’s landscapes and the impact […]
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Circles Around The Sun – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesLos Angeles-based instrumental supergroup Circles Around The Sun is a contemporary instrumental rock band, initially formed in 2015, when Justin Kreutzmann, son of Grateful Dead drummer Bill, invited founder Neal […]
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Westport, US
5:46 am,
June 23, 2026
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