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 […]
Stop by the Trefz Forum in the Westport Library and make your own zine! A zine is a DIY mini magazine that's easy to copy and share. No need to register; just drop in! Zine Activism Healing Power of Art
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 […]
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 […]
Register Here From Egyptian tombs to Mesopotamian palaces and Mexican pyramids, art has been stolen from its original owners and contexts for reasons including personal gain, use as war trophies, upholding political agendas, and more. In this slide presentation, Dr. Marice Rose will discuss the theft and looting of antiquities in ancient times and the […]
Register Here This Verso University four-part course is a concise exploration to introduce beginners to the fundamentals of ChatGPT and AI. From basic operations and ethical considerations to advanced applications and future trends, this course provides a well-rounded understanding of ChatGPT's capabilities and potential in an engaging and interactive format. The class will meet from […]
Register Here Join us for a deep dive into French Wine Knowledge from certified sommelier Barbie Messa. This class will meet on Thursdays, February 8-29, from 2 to 3 pm, in the Brooks Program Room. As one would prepare for the theory portion of a sommelier examination, each week we'll focus on a specific region, […]
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 […]
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 every Friday from 11 am-12 pm in room 210. Contact Joan McAteer at [email protected] for more information. Learn a Language Foreign Language Library Collections A to […]
Expand your art heist knowledge and watch Pierce Brosnan try to outwit Rene Russo in the 1999 thriller hit, The Thomas Crown Affair, as part of WestportREADS 2024. Self-made billionaire Thomas Crown is bored of being able to buy everything he desires. Being irresistible to women, he also does not feel any challenge in that […]
Buy Tickets Now! Q&A Live Stream Talking Heads are coming to the Library for a screening of the newly remastered film about the band, Stop Making Sense. Following the screening, Talking Heads founding members and Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Tina Weymouth and Chris Frántz will be live onstage for a talkback with Verso […]
Sherry Winston and her band’s music is diverse and progressive, with compositions from Jazz Masters pianist Horace Silver, saxophonist Stanley Turrentine, pop icon Stevie Wonder, and Grammy Award and Platinum […]
If you are looking for a chance to practice your English language conversation with others, this is the meeting group for you! This will be informal conversation for both non-native and native speakers. This group meets every Monday from 11 am to 12 pm (noon) in Room 210 on the Library's upper level. Please contact […]
Join us for an artist reception with Terry Tannen, whose Awakenings is on display in the Jesup Gallery, January 12 to March 12. Tannen was born and raised in Connecticut. After graduating from the Rhode Island School of Design, she pursued a career in corporate design and branding working for iconic graphic designer Herb Lubalin, NBC […]
Bring your laptop and let’s get to work! This biweekly session is designed for patrons who are waitlisted, receiving services but will like additional support, or anyone else interested in working on their career goals in a study group-style session. Assistance with resumes, work feedback, interview prep questions, job search, and more will be offered. […]
