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The Westport Library is once again turning up the heat on reading with the return of our Adult Summer Reading Challenge and Kids’ Summer Reading Program! Whether you’re a seasoned challenger or a first-time reader, there’s plenty of fun for people of all ages in this year’s ultimate page-turning season.
Registration is now open for The Westport Library’s summer learning camps: Camp Explore and Summer Learning Clubs. Camp Explore returns for its sixth year of free STEAM exploration, with workshops kicking off June 24 and running into early August. Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into a thematic approach, with each class blending inquiry, design, research, writing, and the arts.
The Westport Library is excited to present an exclusive screening of Other Side, a documentary film featured in the Death Differently series, which highlights alternative approaches to death, dying, and grief. […]
Curious about how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can give you a competitive edge in your job search? This hands-on workshop on the Career Coach Bus introduces the fundamentals of AI and explores practical ways to use it to your advantage!
Curious about how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can give you a competitive edge in your job search? This hands-on workshop on the Career Coach Bus introduces the fundamentals of AI and explores practical ways to use it to your advantage!
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 1-2 online.
Join us for lots of movement, nursery rhymes, and a story! For children birth to five with an adult. No registration is required, though space is limited.
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 3-5 online.
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 6-8 online.
Come share your reading recommendations at Books and Bites. From time to time, guests will share and recommend their top titles. Enjoy coffee and tea and light refreshments while we […]
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 1-2 online.
Join us on Jesup Green for lively storytelling for all ages. Bring your snack and a grownup!
Stay accountable with two free weekly virtual writing workshops from WestportWRITES! The Westport Library is delighted to present two, free weekly Writing Sprints to Prompts and an AMA (“Ask Me […]
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 3-5 online.
The Westport Library's Spanish conversation group meetings are each Tuesday from 2 to 3 pm in The Board Room (Room 210 on the Library's upper level). This is a conversation […]
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration required, but space is limited.
The Westport Library's beginner/intermediate French conversation group meetings are each Wednesday from 10 to 11 am via Zoom. This is a conversation group rather than a language class — there […]
Children under age 3 and their adult are welcome to join us for nursery rhymes, songs, and play. Just drop in!
Equal parts book club, knitting/crocheting group, and adult story time, Tell a Yarn... is your weekly dose of productive relaxation!
The Westport Library's Italian conversation group meetings are each Wednesday from 2 to 3 pm in The Board Room (Room 210 on the Library's upper level). This is a conversation […]
Join Mrs. Olson, a kindergarten teacher from Greens Farm Elementary School for stories and games. For incoming kindergarteners, first, and second graders.
Enjoy the holiday! While we are closed, check out our awesome 4th of July resource guide for recipes, celebration ideas, history, and more!
The Westport Library's hybrid Japanese conversation group is available both in person and via Zoom. In-person meetings are held each Friday from 10 to 11 am in Room 216 on […]
This conversation group is for advanced French speakers who have proficiency in speaking French. There is a beginner/intermediate group that meets on Wednesdays. In order for all participants in the […]
Join us for lots of movement, nursery rhymes, and a story! For children birth to five with an adult. No registration is required, though space is limited.
Join us at Camp Explore 2025 for an exploration of Brown Dog Gadget's brick-based Microbit Robot! Register online for students entering Grades 7-9 in Fall 2025.
Early and more practiced readers can come to the children's library to read with a buddy from Staples High School.
Learn practical tools and techniques to manage your time effectively, meet deadlines, and stay focused on your goals while maintaining work-life balance.
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 1-2 online.
Join us on Jesup Green for lively storytelling for all ages. Bring your snack and a grownup!
Stay accountable with two free weekly virtual writing workshops from WestportWRITES! The Westport Library is delighted to present two, free weekly Writing Sprints to Prompts and an AMA (“Ask Me […]
Join us at Camp Explore 2025 for an exploration of Brown Dog Gadget's brick-based Microbit Robot! Register online for students entering Grades 7-9 in Fall 2025.
Register Here: FREE Course Dates: Wednesdays, July 9, 16, & 23 Explore the poetry of Seamus Heaney with Westport Poet Laureate Donna Disch in this three-part Verso University seminar. Widely […]
Join us for an evening with two local authors, Meg Serino and Veena Dinavahi, as they discuss their new books, 'Annapurna' and 'The True Happiness Company.'
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 1-2 online.
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration required, but space is limited.
The Westport Library's beginner/intermediate French conversation group meetings are each Wednesday from 10 to 11 am via Zoom. This is a conversation group rather than a language class — there […]
Join us at Camp Explore 2025 for an exploration of Brown Dog Gadget's brick-based Microbit Robot! Register online for students entering Grades 7-9 in Fall 2025.
The Westport Library's Common Ground Initiative welcomes Fred Hochberg in conversation with Steve Parrish for a discussion of global trade policy.
Start your weekend off with art and inspiration in this exclusive happy hour art tour at The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum with artist Moko Fukuyama!
The Westport Library's hybrid Japanese conversation group is available both in person and via Zoom. In-person meetings are held each Friday from 10 to 11 am in Room 216 on […]
Register Here Meet us in the Library's McCall Room (#216) for the Friday Walk-In Career Support Group! This group offers a relaxed and informal environment where you can receive personalized […]
This conversation group is for advanced French speakers who have proficiency in speaking French. There is a beginner/intermediate group that meets on Wednesdays. In order for all participants in the […]
Children ages three to five can join Miss Jenna for stories, songs, and dancing. No registration required, though space is limited.
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration is required, though space is limited.
The Westport Library's German conversation group meetings are held the second and fourth Saturday of each month from 10:30 am to 12 pm in The Board Room (210). This is […]
Wear your fairy finest or your very best and come to the Fairy Tea Party! Register online.
Register Here Our bi-monthly Storytelling Sundays series moves to the Trefz Forum for a special Summertime event! Come to listen to stories on the theme of "Summertime," told by some […]
Enjoy movie nights at the Library! Join film critic Joe Meyers for an exploration of the future of mankind portrayed in films like 'The Stepford Wives,' 'RoboCop,' 'Blade Runner', and more.
Join us for lots of movement, nursery rhymes, and a story! For children birth to five with an adult. No registration is required, though space is limited.
Join PageTurner's for a discussion on the WestportREADS 2025 selection, "In the Distance" by Hernan Diaz.
Early and more practiced readers can come to the children's library to read with a buddy from Staples High School.
Learn how to research salary ranges, negotiate offers, and navigate counter offers professionally in this workshop with career coach Tarin Evans.
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 1-2 online.
Join us on Jesup Green for lively storytelling for all ages. Bring your snack and a grownup!
Stay accountable with two free weekly virtual writing workshops from WestportWRITES! The Westport Library is delighted to present two, free weekly Writing Sprints to Prompts and an AMA (“Ask Me […]
Register Here: FREE Course Dates: Wednesdays, July 9, 16, & 23 Explore the poetry of Seamus Heaney with Westport Poet Laureate Donna Disch in this three-part Verso University seminar. Widely […]
Register Here Just when you thought it was safe to go back to the Library... Join us for a one-of-a-kind evening as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Jaws! Experience […]
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 1-2 online.
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration required, but space is limited.
The Westport Library's beginner/intermediate French conversation group meetings are each Wednesday from 10 to 11 am via Zoom. This is a conversation group rather than a language class — there […]
Children under age 3 and their adult are welcome to join us for nursery rhymes, songs, and play. Just drop in!
Join us for an interactive game show experience with a lively host and playful challenges! Designed for all ages. Just drop in!
The Westport Library's hybrid Japanese conversation group is available both in person and via Zoom. In-person meetings are held each Friday from 10 to 11 am in Room 216 on […]
Register Here Meet us in the Library's McCall Room (#216) for the Friday Walk-In Career Support Group! This group offers a relaxed and informal environment where you can receive personalized […]
This conversation group is for advanced French speakers who have proficiency in speaking French. There is a beginner/intermediate group that meets on Wednesdays. In order for all participants in the […]
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration is required, though space is limited.
The Westport Library presents scenes from Lloyd Allen's musical 'Screen Time', following the story of a coder building Angela, an AI chatbot.
Celebrate the beauty of national parks as filmmaker Brendan Hall presents a screening of his award-winning feature documentary Out There: A National Parks Story, following a 10,000 mile road trip […]
Join us for lots of movement, nursery rhymes, and a story! For children birth to five with an adult. No registration is required, though space is limited.
Learn the basics of Java programming through fun, graphics-focused projects! These classes are for anyone in seventh grade and above; adults are also welcome.
Join Camp Explore and learn the basics of knitting: cast on, the knit stitch, and the garter stitch to make your own bookmark, coasters, or wallet. Register online for students entering Grades 6-8 in Fall 2025.
Early and more practiced readers can come to the children's library to read with a buddy from Staples High School.
This workshop will guide you through the essentials of personal finance — covering budgeting, managing income, and smart saving strategies — all tailored to your evolving professional journey.
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 1-2 online.
Join us on Jesup Green for lively storytelling for all ages. Bring your snack and a grownup!
Stay accountable with two free weekly virtual writing workshops from WestportWRITES! The Westport Library is delighted to present two, free weekly Writing Sprints to Prompts and an AMA (“Ask Me […]
Register Here: FREE Course Dates: Wednesdays, July 9, 16, & 23 Explore the poetry of Seamus Heaney with Westport Poet Laureate Donna Disch in this three-part Verso University seminar. Widely […]
Register Here The Westport Library invites you to immerse yourself in the perfect summer read as best-selling author Adriana Trigiani presents her newest release, The View From Lake Como. Trigiani […]
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 1-2 online.
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration required, but space is limited.
The Westport Library's beginner/intermediate French conversation group meetings are each Wednesday from 10 to 11 am via Zoom. This is a conversation group rather than a language class — there […]
Children under age 3 and their adult are welcome to join us for nursery rhymes, songs, and play. Just drop in!
Join Camp Explore and learn basic engineering and physics while bringing simple machines to life! Register online for students entering Grades 6-8 in Fall 2025.
Join Camp Explore and learn basic engineering and physics while bringing simple machines to life! Register online for students entering Grades 6-8 in Fall 2025.
The Westport Library's hybrid Japanese conversation group is available both in person and via Zoom. In-person meetings are held each Friday from 10 to 11 am in Room 216 on […]
This conversation group is for advanced French speakers who have proficiency in speaking French. There is a beginner/intermediate group that meets on Wednesdays. In order for all participants in the […]
Children ages three to five can join Miss Jenna for stories, songs, and dancing. No registration required, though space is limited.
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration is required, though space is limited.
Note: This event has been postponed. Please visit back for the makeup date, and visit our Verso University landing page for all our lifelong learning and education opportunities. Register Here […]
The Westport Library's German conversation group meetings are held the second and fourth Saturday of each month from 10:30 am to 12 pm in The Board Room (210). This is […]
Enjoy movie nights at the Library! Join film critic Joe Meyers for an exploration of the future of mankind portrayed in films like 'The Stepford Wives,' 'RoboCop,' 'Blade Runner', and more.
Join us for lots of movement, nursery rhymes, and a story! For children birth to five with an adult. No registration is required, though space is limited.
Early and more practiced readers can come to the children's library to read with a buddy from Staples High School.
Identify your unique strengths and empower your mindset to fuel your career growth in this confidence-enhancing workshop with career coach Tarin Evans.
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 1-2 online.
Join us on Jesup Green for lively storytelling for all ages. Bring your snack and a grownup!
Stay accountable with two free weekly virtual writing workshops from WestportWRITES! The Westport Library is delighted to present two, free weekly Writing Sprints to Prompts and an AMA (“Ask Me […]
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 3-5 online.
Come and play with bubbles of all shapes and sizes — big bubble makers, small bubble wands, homemade bubble ropes, and more. Fun for the whole family!
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 1-2 online.
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration required, but space is limited.
The Westport Library's beginner/intermediate French conversation group meetings are each Wednesday from 10 to 11 am via Zoom. This is a conversation group rather than a language class — there […]
Children under age 3 and their adult are welcome to join us for nursery rhymes, songs, and play. Just drop in!
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 3-5 online.
Join author Cristina Jiménez and Make the Road CT for a panel discussion and learn how you can support efforts against harmful anti-immigrant policies.
The Westport Library's hybrid Japanese conversation group is available both in person and via Zoom. In-person meetings are held each Friday from 10 to 11 am in Room 216 on […]
Register Here Meet us in the Library's McCall Room (#216) for the Friday Walk-In Career Support Group! This group offers a relaxed and informal environment where you can receive personalized […]
This conversation group is for advanced French speakers who have proficiency in speaking French. There is a beginner/intermediate group that meets on Wednesdays. In order for all participants in the […]
Children ages three to five can join Miss Jenna for stories, songs, and dancing. No registration required, though space is limited.
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration is required, though space is limited.
Join us in the Children's Library to read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Both early and practiced readers are welcome!
Join us in the Children's Library to read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Both early and practiced readers are welcome!
The latest Library videos, program recordings, podcasts, and more, recorded via Verso Studios at The Westport Library.
The Westport Children’s Library is a place of discovery, learning, and growth. Offering great books, amazing resources, interactive play areas, experiential learning opportunities, and more, the Children’s Library is the perfect place to start your child’s library journey in a fun, engaging setting.
Developing and collaborating on creative content! The first public library ever to record, produce, and release a vinyl record.
Verso University is the Library’s lifelong learning and education initiative.
Verso U functions as a year-round series of high-level classes, workshops, and lectures designed to further education and learning — and above all, learning for a lifetime.
