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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A Taste of History
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesJoin Tastebudsct for a culinary journey to America's founding — a flavorful and fun way to celebrate America's 250th anniversary! We will revisit the culinary traditions of early Americans, when […]
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Get Happy
Westport Country Playhouse 25 Powers Court, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesWestport Country Playhouse will present “Get Happy!,” a concert celebrating the legendary entertainer Judy Garland. The show was nominated for BroadwayWorld’s San Diego 2021 Regional Awards for Best Cabaret/Concert/Solo Performance. […]
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Luke Tyler Shelton – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesBorn in the new millennium, Luke Tyler Shelton makes soul-soothing rock-and-roll with all the ineffable charm of a faraway time. With a profound gift for dreaming up heavenly melodies and […]
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Exploring the Derek Piotr Fieldwork Archive
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesJoin us for a fascinating lecture with folklorist and researcher Derek Piotr, founder of The Derek Piotr Fieldwork Archive. The Derek Piotr Fieldwork Archive was established by Derek Piotr in […]
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Dirty Sock Funtime Band: Children’s Series – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesGet ready! The Dirty Sock Funtime Band (DSFB) returns to the Levitt Pavilion's Epstein Stage to blast off the Children's Series Launch with an extra special show! Take part in […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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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2:12 am,
June 17, 2026
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