Through a curated selection of classic and modern films, the Library examine how Hollywood has told the American story — from its defining moments and enduring myths to its struggles and reinventions.
$20.00
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Register Here Event Details StartUp Westport presents an evening celebrating bold ideas, community impact, and the spirit of entrepreneurship as they honor Marc Lasry, CEO and Co-Founder of Avenue Capital Group, as their 2026 Innovator of the Year, in addition to Club203 as the recipient of their Community Impact Award. Marc Lasry has built a global investment […] 
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Explore the night sky in this beginner-friendly astrophotography class with award-winning master photographer Steven Labkoff.
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Come share your reading recommendations on the first Tuesday of each month in the Board Room (Room 210.) Enjoy coffee and tea and light refreshments while we continue to share our top reads for the month. This is a ‘no commitment’ group, so you can simply share your titles or just come and listen to […] 
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Event Details Welcome David Pogue, Emmy Award-winning CBS News correspondent and one of the most trusted voices in tech, to the Library stage for a fascinating look at the story behind one of the world’s most iconic companies. Drawing from his new book Apple: The First 50 Years, Pogue will take you inside the rise, […]
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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 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 group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in Spanish on a variety […] |
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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 are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in French on a variety of topics. The group welcomes anyone interested in […] 
Join our yarn circle/adult story time for your dose of productive relaxation as we read 'Most Ardently Yours' by Freya Sampson. 
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 group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in Italian on a variety […] 
Bring a current knitting project or your own needles or hooks and join our circle for stitching, learning, and community. Beginners welcome! For ages 8 through adult. Just drop in.
Wednesday's Zoom link 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 Alexandra Soiseth. This is like a write-in but with extras … it's writing time followed by […] 
Drop by for a chess game on Wednesdays! There will be both open play and instruction for adults and high school students who know how to play the game. For more information, please contact the group contact, Rodney Garcia at rgprod16@gmail.com. Need a Hobby? Sports! Sports! Sports! Dungeons & Dragons |
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Join us for an art reception with the Artists Collective of Westport and the reveal of their exhibit 'Piece by Piece,' on display June 4-July 27. 
Learn to create characters who tell your story while effortlessly entertaining your audience in this three-part course with Hollywood screenwriter Roger Schulman.
$40.00
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As part of our Saugatuck Scribes series spotlighting Westport authors, Kira Ganga Kieffer joins in an intriguing discussion of her new book, Unvaccinated Under God: Religion and Vaccine Hesitancy in Modern America.
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Join us for Mah Jongg Open Play in the Library Café! Advanced beginners are invited to the Library for eight two-hour open play sessions throughout January and February.
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The Westport Library's Japanese conversation group is available in a hybrid format, both in person and via Zoom. Meetings are held each Friday from 10 to 11 am in Room 216 on the Library's Upper Level and simultaneously online. This is a conversation group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, […]
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 Library’s language groups to have the opportunity to meaningfully use their language skills, we limit the size of the groups. The Advanced French group is […] |
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Senior Tech Help Club, from Pierrepont School and Staples High School, will be at the library offering free, drop-in tech help for community members of all ages. Their volunteers can assist with basic device troubleshooting, using smartphones, computers, and apps, navigating the internet, email support, and other everyday technology questions. Whether you're trying to learn […]
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Event Details Dr. Dale Atkins, author and Today Show-featured expert and psychologist, will take part in a meaningful and uplifting conversation with Library trustee Liza Van Gundy on Atkins' children’s books, Dear Deer and The Turquoise Butterfly — helping young readers and their families navigate big emotions, build resilience, and connect more deeply with the […]
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Through a curated selection of classic and modern films, the Library examine how Hollywood has told the American story — from its defining moments and enduring myths to its struggles and reinventions.
$20.00
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New York Times best-selling author Mary H.K. Choi is excited to present her debut adult novel 'Pool House,' joined in conversation by fellow author Julie Sarkissian.
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In a chaotic world, how do we navigate life's transitions with intention? Former Navy SEAL commander Mike Hayes provides answers in his book 'Mission Driven: The Path to a Life of Purpose.'
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About the Group The Westport Library and The Residence at Westport are now offering a drop-in support group for caregivers of senior individuals or those living with dementia. Starting November 11, 2025, the group will meet on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, with professional and certified facilitators on hand to offer guidance, resources, […]
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 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 group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in Spanish on a variety […] |
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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 are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in French on a variety of topics. The group welcomes anyone interested in […] 
Best-selling author, personal essayist, and memoir writer Mary-Lou Weisman offers a four-session workshop for those who have had some experience in writing memoir and personal essay. 
Join our yarn circle/adult story time for your dose of productive relaxation as we read 'The Opposite of Murder' by Sophie Hannah.
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 group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in Italian on a variety […]
Bring a current knitting project or your own needles or hooks and join our circle for stitching, learning, and community. Beginners welcome! For ages 8 through adult. Just drop in.
Wednesday's Zoom link 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 Alexandra Soiseth. This is like a write-in but with extras … it's writing time followed by […] |
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Learn to create characters who tell your story while effortlessly entertaining your audience in this three-part course with Hollywood screenwriter Roger Schulman.
$40.00
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Find out how AI is shaping the future of medicine from trusted expert Sanjay Aneja, MD, putting high quality, patient-centered care into practice with the aid of advancing technology.
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Join us for Mah Jongg Open Play in the Library Café! Advanced beginners are invited to the Library for eight two-hour open play sessions throughout January and February.
Sold Out
$5.00
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The Westport Library's Japanese conversation group is available in a hybrid format, both in person and via Zoom. Meetings are held each Friday from 10 to 11 am in Room 216 on the Library's Upper Level and simultaneously online. This is a conversation group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, […]
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 Library’s language groups to have the opportunity to meaningfully use their language skills, we limit the size of the groups. The Advanced French group is […] |
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All Stitchers--knitting, crochet, embroidery--can join us on the bank of the river outside the Library Riverwalk to celebrate your craft on Worldwide Knit in Public Day. 
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 a conversation group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in German on […] |
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Event Details Calling all theater kids: Shakespeare on the Sound is celebrating their 30th anniversary season with a family-friendly performance of Much Ado About Nothing for Kids! A 30-minute interactive version of their mainstage season's show, this production is perfect for students in grades K-5 and their families. Experience this brand new adaptation of one […] |
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Through a curated selection of classic and modern films, the Library examine how Hollywood has told the American story — from its defining moments and enduring myths to its struggles and reinventions.
$20.00
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Room 216, McCall Join PageTurners for a discussion of Marriage at Sea by Sophie Elmhirst This is the electrifying true story of a young couple shipwrecked at sea: a mind-blowing tale of obsession, survival, and partnership stretched to its limits. For copies of the book, call 203-291-4807. New participants are always welcome! Contact Carolyn Zygmont […]
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 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 group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in Spanish on a variety […] 
If you write and need a place to read your work in front of a group of friendly, non-threatening fellow writers, this is the place for you! We meet in person and on Zoom from 7 to 8:45 pm on the third Tuesday of every month in a casual open mic format. We welcome fiction, […] |
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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 are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in French on a variety of topics. The group welcomes anyone interested in […] 
Visit The Westport Library to meet other writers and discuss your work, writer's block, tips for getting published, and get feedback.
Join our yarn circle/adult story time for your dose of productive relaxation as we read 'The Opposite of Murder' by Sophie Hannah.
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 group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in Italian on a variety […]
Bring a current knitting project or your own needles or hooks and join our circle for stitching, learning, and community. Beginners welcome! For ages 8 through adult. Just drop in.
Wednesday's Zoom link 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 Alexandra Soiseth. This is like a write-in but with extras … it's writing time followed by […] |
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Event Details Join us for a special screening of Miss Personality! Filmed in front of two packed audiences at the Revolution Stage Company in Palm Springs, the comedy special Miss Personality is the culmination of decades of perseverance, reinvention, and truth-telling. Known for her razor-sharp wit and heartfelt storytelling, award-winning comedian Mina Hartong mines her […]
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Join us for Mah Jongg Open Play in the Library Café! Advanced beginners are invited to the Library for eight two-hour open play sessions throughout January and February.
Sold Out
$5.00
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2 events,
The Westport Library's Japanese conversation group is available in a hybrid format, both in person and via Zoom. Meetings are held each Friday from 10 to 11 am in Room 216 on the Library's Upper Level and simultaneously online. This is a conversation group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, […]
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 Library’s language groups to have the opportunity to meaningfully use their language skills, we limit the size of the groups. The Advanced French group is […] |
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Senior Tech Help Club, from Pierrepont School and Staples High School, will be at the library offering free, drop-in tech help for community members of all ages. Their volunteers can assist with basic device troubleshooting, using smartphones, computers, and apps, navigating the internet, email support, and other everyday technology questions. Whether you're trying to learn […]
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Through a curated selection of classic and modern films, the Library examine how Hollywood has told the American story — from its defining moments and enduring myths to its struggles and reinventions.
$20.00
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Explore how artificial intelligence is already reshaping how students learn, study, and prepare for college and careers — and what parents can do to help guide them through it.
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Step into the heart of America’s political and cultural crossroads with Dana Perino as she discusses her debut novel 'Purple State' with Westporter Danielle Dobin.
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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 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 group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in Spanish on a variety […] 
Explore the dark side of nonfiction with Morbidly Curious Book Club's Westport chapter, which meets the last Tuesday of every month in Room 212. |
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Event Details True crime lovers won't want to miss this evening immersed in Fairfield County’s most notorious crime: the murder of Martha Moxley in Greenwich. Join veteran journalist Andrew Goldman, writer and host of the Apple #1 podcast series Dead Certain: The Martha Moxley Murder as he shares new leads and never-before-heard interviews about the 1975 […]
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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 are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in French on a variety of topics. The group welcomes anyone interested in […]
Best-selling author, personal essayist, and memoir writer Mary-Lou Weisman offers a four-session workshop for those who have had some experience in writing memoir and personal essay.
Join our yarn circle/adult story time for your dose of productive relaxation as we read 'The Opposite of Murder' by Sophie Hannah.
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 group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in Italian on a variety […]
Bring a current knitting project or your own needles or hooks and join our circle for stitching, learning, and community. Beginners welcome! For ages 8 through adult. Just drop in. |
2 events,
Learn to create characters who tell your story while effortlessly entertaining your audience in this three-part course with Hollywood screenwriter Roger Schulman.
$40.00
Join us for Mah Jongg Open Play in the Library Café! Advanced beginners are invited to the Library for eight two-hour open play sessions throughout January and February.
Sold Out
$5.00
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2 events,
The Westport Library's Japanese conversation group is available in a hybrid format, both in person and via Zoom. Meetings are held each Friday from 10 to 11 am in Room 216 on the Library's Upper Level and simultaneously online. This is a conversation group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, […]
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 Library’s language groups to have the opportunity to meaningfully use their language skills, we limit the size of the groups. The Advanced French group is […] |
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Event Details The World Cube Association governs competitions for mechanical puzzles that are operated by twisting groups of pieces, commonly known as "twisty puzzles." The most famous of these puzzles is the Rubik's Cube, invented by Professor Rubik from Hungary. The WCA has had more than 100,000 unique competitors in locales across 140 different countries […]
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 a conversation group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in German on […] |
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In partnership with Northeast Storytelling, spend one Sunday afternoon every other month immersed in the art of true, personal storytelling. Each gathering features a unique theme and invites both seasoned and first-time storytellers to share their five-minute tales, preferably without notes. Facilitated by storyteller and host ChaChanna Simpson, each gathering is a welcoming space for […] |
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Explore the rich, global culture of tea at The Westport Library! In this one-time class, tea expert Frank Kwei guides participants through the origins, varieties, and rituals that have made tea one of the world’s most beloved beverages.
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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 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 group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in Spanish on a variety […] |
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Pick up Mark Shanahan's theatrical adaptation of this classic murder mystery, read and discuss the script with your fellow theater lovers (and the playwright himself!), then watch it come to life on the stage.
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 are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in French on a variety of topics. The group welcomes anyone interested in […]
Join our yarn circle/adult story time for your dose of productive relaxation as we read 'The Opposite of Murder' by Sophie Hannah.
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 group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in Italian on a variety […]
Bring a current knitting project or your own needles or hooks and join our circle for stitching, learning, and community. Beginners welcome! For ages 8 through adult. Just drop in.
Wednesday's Zoom link 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 Alexandra Soiseth. This is like a write-in but with extras … it's writing time followed by […] |
1 event,
Join us for Mah Jongg Open Play in the Library Café! Advanced beginners are invited to the Library for eight two-hour open play sessions throughout January and February.
Sold Out
$5.00
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3 events,
The Westport Library's Japanese conversation group is available in a hybrid format, both in person and via Zoom. Meetings are held each Friday from 10 to 11 am in Room 216 on the Library's Upper Level and simultaneously online. This is a conversation group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, […]
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 Library’s language groups to have the opportunity to meaningfully use their language skills, we limit the size of the groups. The Advanced French group is […] |
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Enjoy the holiday! While we are closed, check out our awesome 4th of July resource guide for recipes, celebration ideas, history, and more! |
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