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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 […]
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 […]
Calling all fans of UConn Basketball! Join local author Bethany O'Brien and mascot Jonathan the Husky for a reading of her book, The Lucky Husky. Registration preferred as space is limited.
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 […]
Enter the world of secret agents to crack the case! Junior detectives will master invisible ink, decode secret ciphers, and use forensic observation to solve thrilling mysteries and find hidden clues.
Trace your family's history by placing a sticker on the country or countries your ancestors are from. Let's see if Westport is the American melting pot or not! Map It! will be on the landing outside Children's Library all summer.
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 for this sensory storytime designed for children age 2 and up with multi-sensory needs. We welcome children of ages and abilities for different sensory-friendly activities. No registration required, but space is limited.
Higgins Room June 29 - July 2 Step back in time with us! Have you ever wondered what life was like for children in Westport in 1776? Throughout the week, we'll explore daily life in colonial Connecticut through a series of hands-on activities inspired by the games, crafts, foods, and skills that were part of […]
Enter the world of secret agents to crack the case! Junior detectives will master invisible ink, decode secret ciphers, and use forensic observation to solve thrilling mysteries and find hidden clues.
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.
Enter the world of criminal investigation where science meets intuition. Students will master advanced fingerprint analysis, blood spatter physics, and digital forensics to process complex crime scenes and build a case that holds up under scrutiny.
The Westport Library is committed to intellectual freedom, inclusivity, and lifelong learning. Our mission is to provide welcoming spaces for the free exchange of ideas. The Library does not endorse or condemn points of view, including any program content or the views expressed by presenters or participants.
