Register Here Course Dates: January 9, 16 & 23 Have you ever watched a TV show or movie and wondered, “How are the scripts written?” In this three-class series led by accomplished scriptwriter Gigi Rios New, we will explore the fundamental elements of storytelling for both the small and big screens, along with essential script […]
Join us on Thursday, January 9, for an artist reception for Jason Pritchard's "Westport Skies" and Christine Timmons' "Journeys in Collage", on display from December 14, 2024, through February 4, 2025.
Students are invited to participate in The Westport Garden Club's 2025 Youth Poetry Contest! Entries due by January 10, 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 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 […]
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 […]
The Westport Library will be opening early on Sundays, January 5 & 12 exclusively for high school students preparing for midterm exams and projects.
Register Here Live Stream Note to patrons: Registration for this event is currently at capacity, but there will be an in-person waitlist at the event. If you were not able to register but would like to attend, please arrive at the Library between 1:30 and 1:50 pm; we will seat those as availability allows. CNN […]
Children moving about on their own can join us for rhymes, play, and a story. No registration is required, but space is limited.
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 […]
Spend some time together in the afternoon with music, sharing, and books! For ages birth to three with an adult. No registration is required, though space is limited.
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 […]
Every Tuesday, Library staff and assistants will be on hand in the Trefz Forum to provide in-person support for accessing our digital resources. Our tech assistants are available to help you download our digital collections onto your devices. Please note that these sessions are specifically intended to assist patrons with downloading digital collections and do […]
Register Here Start the year strong by setting meaningful and achievable career goals. This workshop and vision board exercise will guide you through the process of defining both short- and long-term career objectives, creating an action plan, and using strategies to stay accountable. Learn how to break down large goals into manageable tasks and track […]
Children ages birth to three with an adult can join us us for nursery rhymes, songs and play, plus a book. No registration is required, though space is limited.
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.
