Celebrate Richard Scarry with Us
Come into the Children's Library during October to celebrate The Wonderful World of Richard Scarry and find Lowly Worm!
Come into the Children's Library during October to celebrate The Wonderful World of Richard Scarry and find Lowly Worm!
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
Start your Halloween Holiday with a Pinkalicious Halloween party and meet Victoria Kahn!
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
Come into the Children's Library during October to celebrate The Wonderful World of Richard Scarry and find Lowly Worm!
Join us for movement, songs, music, and a story for children ages birth to 5, with an adult.
Westport’s own Dan Woog brings his popular blog “06880: Where Westport Meets the World” to life, via the Verso Studios at the Westport Library – recorded LIVE in the Trefz Forum! On Monday, October 31 at noon hear Dan's conversation with Jeff Wieser. Jeff has been an active member of the community since moving to […]
Continuing Verso Studios' education initiative, the Fairfield County based organization Live Girl will co-host a nine-week Leadership Lab for high school girls, grades 9-12. This lab will focus on creative arts empowerment, multimedia expression, and training. Girls will foster their storytelling skills and be exposed to multiple creative channels such as video, music, and podcast […]
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
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 Anything”) with award-winning author and teacher Tessa Smith McGovern. This is like a write-in but with extras …it's writing time followed by a 30-minute Q&A where […]
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] This group will meet every Tuesday from 2-3 pm. Please contact […]
Join GFES Kindergarten teacher Mrs. Olson after school for stories and a craft. For kindergarteners and first graders.
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] This conversation group is geared toward people who are studying or […]
Come join us for nursery rhymes, songs and play for kids under age three.
In this class, held Wednesday, November 2, at 11 am in Brooks Place, we will go through the steps to successfully download all the library digital apps on your devices in one sitting. We will show all the offerings on each app, including ebooks, eaudiobooks, movies, television shows, and music. You will learn how to […]
he language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] The group will meet every Friday in Room 215 from 11 […]
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] The group will meet every Wednesday in Room 210 from 2-3 […]
Come learn basic ASL from Staples High School students. For Grades 5--7.
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
Use your imagination and design your ideal space using the library's Roominate construction set. Register online for your grade level.
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
Songs, fingerplays, and a book for pre-walking babies and their adult!
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] The group will meet every Friday in Room 215 from 10-11 […]
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] The Japanese conversation group meets every Friday in Room 216 or […]
Imaginations run wild with engaging stories, songs, and activities as we build early literacy skills, For preschoolers ages 3-5.
he language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] The group will meet every Friday in Room 215 from 11 […]
This conversation group is for advanced French speakers. Participants should have some proficiency in speaking French. There is a beginner/intermediate group that meets on Wednesdays. The group will meet virtually every Friday on Zoom from 11 am-12:30 pm. Contact Joan McAteer at [email protected] for more information. Learn a Language Foreign […]
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
The Westport Book Shop and The Westport Library invite you to join us for a presentation and book signing by local children's author Lauren Tarshis, author of the I Survived series!
Come join us for movement, songs, and a story. For children ages birth to five, with an adult.
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
TEA Talk, Westport Arts Advisory Committee's panel exploring provocative, topical subjects in the arts, returns to the Trefz Forum. TEA Talks’ three panels will consider the impact of the last two years on creativity and consumption of the arts. Were home-bound artists more or less creative? What new ways were discovered to express one’s creativity? […]
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] Meets the first and third Sundays of each month via […]
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
Start the week off with lots of fun movement, songs, and stories. For children under age 5 with their adult.
Continuing Verso Studios' education initiative, the Fairfield County based organization Live Girl will co-host a nine-week Leadership Lab for high school girls, grades 9-12. This lab will focus on creative arts empowerment, multimedia expression, and training. Girls will foster their storytelling skills and be exposed to multiple creative channels such as video, music, and podcast […]
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
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 Anything”) with award-winning author and teacher Tessa Smith McGovern. This is like a write-in but with extras …it's writing time followed by a 30-minute Q&A where […]
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] This group will meet every Tuesday from 2-3 pm. Please contact […]
Join GFES Kindergarten teacher Mrs. Olson after school for stories and a craft. For kindergarteners and first graders.
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] This conversation group is geared toward people who are studying or […]
he language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] The group will meet every Friday in Room 215 from 11 […]
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] The group will meet every Wednesday in Room 210 from 2-3 […]
Build and program Lego WeDo robots! For kids in Kindergarten, first, or second grade only. Sign up online.
Come learn basic ASL from Staples High School students. For Grades 5--7.
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
Use your imagination and design your ideal space using the library's Roominate construction set. Register online for your grade level.
In partnership with the Quick Center for the Arts Open Vision Forum, the Westport Library presents Evelyn Tribole, MS, RD, an award-winning registered dietitian with a nutrition counseling practice.
The Westport Library and Staples High School Counseling Department are pleased to present, Navigating the College Search, a webinar for juniors and their families. Three admissions professionals representing a range of institutions will be on hand to share valuable insights about the college search.
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
Friday, November 11, through Monday, November 14 Come to The Westport Library Big Fall Book Sale. This semi-annual fundraiser features thousands of gently used books in more than 50 categories, plus CDs and DVDs. The sale will be held in the Library's Trefz Forum. Admission is free for all days except Friday morning, which will […]
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] The group will meet every Friday in Room 215 from 10-11 […]
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] The Japanese conversation group meets every Friday in Room 216 or […]
This conversation group is for advanced French speakers. Participants should have some proficiency in speaking French. There is a beginner/intermediate group that meets on Wednesdays. The group will meet virtually every Friday on Zoom from 11 am-12:30 pm. Contact Joan McAteer at [email protected] for more information. Learn a Language Foreign […]
he language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] The group will meet every Friday in Room 215 from 11 […]
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
Friday, November 11, through Monday, November 14 Come to The Westport Library Big Fall Book Sale. This semi-annual fundraiser features thousands of gently used books in more than 50 categories, plus CDs and DVDs. The sale will be held in the Library's Trefz Forum. Admission is free for all days except Friday morning, which will […]
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
Build and program Lego WeDo Robots! Register online for kids in Kindergarten, first or second grade only.
Friday, November 11, through Monday, November 14 Come to The Westport Library Big Fall Book Sale. This semi-annual fundraiser features thousands of gently used books in more than 50 categories, plus CDs and DVDs. The sale will be held in the Library's Trefz Forum. Admission is free for all days except Friday morning, which will […]
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
Friday, November 11, through Monday, November 14 Come to The Westport Library Big Fall Book Sale. This semi-annual fundraiser features thousands of gently used books in more than 50 categories, plus CDs and DVDs. The sale will be held in the Library's Trefz Forum. Admission is free for all days except Friday morning, which will […]
Westport’s own Dan Woog brings his popular blog “06880: Where Westport Meets the World” to life, via the Verso Studios at the Westport Library – recorded LIVE in the Trefz Forum! On Monday, November 14 at noon hear Dan's conversation with Maxx Crowley, a native of Westport and the current President of the Westport Downtown […]
Continuing Verso Studios' education initiative, the Fairfield County based organization Live Girl will co-host a nine-week Leadership Lab for high school girls, grades 9-12. This lab will focus on creative arts empowerment, multimedia expression, and training. Girls will foster their storytelling skills and be exposed to multiple creative channels such as video, music, and podcast […]
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
Discuss "Happiness" by Aminatta Forma. A meditation on love and loss and our interaction with nature. For copies of the book, phone 203.291.4807. New participants always welcome. Room 210 . Contact Carolyn Karwoski, [email protected] for more information. PageTurners Fiction and Non-Fiction We're Excited About READ Like A Librarian
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 Anything”) with award-winning author and teacher Tessa Smith McGovern. This is like a write-in but with extras …it's writing time followed by a 30-minute Q&A where […]
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] This group will meet every Tuesday from 2-3 pm. Please contact […]
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
View a screening of Surviving Sex Trafficking and participate in a panel discussion afterward with members of Partnership to End Human Trafficking and Policy World Without Exploitation. Panelists include Lili Bordan; Jamie Manirakiza, PEHT Executive Director; Becca Zipkin, Policy Director WorldWe; and Krishna Patel, International Strategist, former federal prosecutor and TedX speaker. Please register to attend this […]
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] This conversation group is geared toward people who are studying or […]
he language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] The group will meet every Friday in Room 215 from 11 […]
Have you been wondering how to create those spreadsheets everyone is talking about? On Wednesday, November 16, at 11 am in Brooks Place, this beginner’s class will teach you the fundamentals of Excel from style, data input, basic formulas, and letting the program work for you. Bring your own computer (must have Excel installed) or […]
Take a break from your keyboard or quill and get energized! Come to the Library to meet other area writers on the third Wednesday of each month. Tell us what you're working on, get some feedback, come to congratulate or commiserate, exchange tips, brag, and compare notes. We try to keep you updated with places […]
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
Short Film Festival screenings of award-winning films with a discussion afterward.
Meet monthly to explore and discuss selected articles from The New Yorker, Bloomberg Business week and Mother Jones. We will look at US relationships with the world's people, countries and organizations on issues of economy, technology, regulation, politics, society and environment. Alex Anvari will facilitate this discussion where all points of view are respected. Magazines […]
Use your imagination and design your ideal space using the library's Roominate construction set. Register online for your grade level.
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
Pack a lunch or purchase food from the Library's Cafe (enjoy a 10% discount with your registration) and join us for an exercise in generating Ekphrastic Poetry (written in response to artwork) with Westport's Poet Laureate Jessie McEntee. We'll meet in the Sheffer Gallery and use striking photographs taken by Stephen Wilkes as inspiration.
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] The Japanese conversation group meets every Friday in Room 216 or […]
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] The group will meet every Friday in Room 215 from 10-11 […]
he language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] The group will meet every Friday in Room 215 from 11 […]
This conversation group is for advanced French speakers. Participants should have some proficiency in speaking French. There is a beginner/intermediate group that meets on Wednesdays. The group will meet virtually every Friday on Zoom from 11 am-12:30 pm. Contact Joan McAteer at [email protected] for more information. Learn a Language Foreign […]
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
On Saturday, November 19, Chris Frantz of Talking Heads and Tom Tom Club fame will present Residual Groove, a funk-fusion, improv-heavy dance band out of Fairfield County, and contemporary singer-songwriter Brian Dolzani. The Chris Frantz Presents Emerging Musicians series at The Westport Library features up-and-coming regional, national, and international music, hand-picked by Frantz, with the goal of bringing new […]
Come join us for movement, songs, and a story. For children ages birth to 5, with an adult.
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
Famed keyboardist and noted producer and radio host Mark Naftalin is bringing his talents to The Westport Library, once again on Sunday, November 20! The November Blue Sunday will feature the one and only "Beehive Queen" Christine Ohlman and Willie J. Laws, along with Mark Naftalin & The Blue Sunday Band featuring Crispin Cioe, Paul […]
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] Meets the first and third Sundays of each month via […]
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
Continuing Verso Studios' education initiative, the Fairfield County based organization Live Girl will co-host a nine-week Leadership Lab for high school girls, grades 9-12. This lab will focus on creative arts empowerment, multimedia expression, and training. Girls will foster their storytelling skills and be exposed to multiple creative channels such as video, music, and podcast […]
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
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 Anything”) with award-winning author and teacher Tessa Smith McGovern. This is like a write-in but with extras …it's writing time followed by a 30-minute Q&A where […]
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] This group will meet every Tuesday from 2-3 pm. Please contact […]
This exhibit, which runs September 8 through November 29, will encompass all three of the library’s galleries and explore how Wilkes' visualization of the concept of time has evolved from the earlier days of his career through his latest series “Day to Night” and “Tapestries.” The artist talk with Stacy Bass can be viewed here. […]
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] This conversation group is geared toward people who are studying or […]
he language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] The group will meet every Friday in Room 215 from 11 […]
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected] The group will meet every Wednesday in Room 210 from 2-3 […]
