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  • 2025 Ruth Steinkraus-Cohen Memorial Lecture

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    The Trefz Forum, The Westport Library 20 Jesup Road, Westport, CT, United States

    Event Details To mark the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations, UN Under-Secretary-General Christian Saunders will speak on the following theme: "The UN at 80: Current Challenges and Future Possibilities." Saunders will highlight UN action in areas such as peacekeeping,  global development, nuclear weapons proliferation, climate change, and humanitarian relief operations. This […]

    Free
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    Language Conversation Group: Japanese

    Language Conversation Groups
    Other 20 Jesup Road, Westport, CT, United States

    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, […]

  • Wee Readers

    Wee Readers
    Higgins Room, The Westport Library 20 Jesup Road, Westport, CT, United States

    Children ages three to five can join Miss Jenna for stories, songs, and dancing. No registration required, though space is limited.

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    Language Conversation Group: French

    Language Conversation Groups
    Room 210, The Westport Library 20 Jesup Road, Westport, CT, United States

    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 […]

  • 'Southpaw': Exclusive Screening and Talk Back Event with Groundbreaking Former Major League Baseball Pitcher Jim Abbott

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    The Westport Library 20 Jesup Road, Westport, CT, United States

    ESPN Films and The Westport Library present a very special screening of the acclaimed E60 documentary, 'Southpaw: The Life and Legacy of Jim Abbott', about the life and career of the legendary pitcher. After the film, Abbott will be on our stage and in conversation with Westporters Jeremy Schaap and Dave Briggs, as well as ESPN Senior Feature Producer Mike Farrell, for a compelling conversation about life, overcoming adversity, and baseball.

    Free

  • Itty Bittys

    Itty Bittys
    Komansky Room, The Westport Library

    Join us on Saturday mornings for movement, songs, and a story. For ages birth to five with an adult. No registration required, though space is limited.

  • Language Conversation Group: German

    Language Conversation Groups
    Room 210, The Westport Library 20 Jesup Road, Westport, CT, United States

    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 […]

  • Verso Studios and Verso University Present: Music Production 101 Series for High School Students

    Music Production 101 Series for High School Students
    The Westport Library 20 Jesup Road, Westport, CT, United States

    Course Dates: Saturdays, October 4, 11, 18 & 25 Event Details Calling all high school students with a passion for music! Whether you're just getting started or have some experience with beat-making or recording, this Music Production 101 Series is for you. Why You Should Sign Up Designed specifically for beginners and taught by industry […]

    Free

  • Pink or Treat with Victoria Kann

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    Jesup Green 20 Jesup Road, Westport, CT, United States

    Start your Halloween holiday with a Pinkalicious Halloween party and meet Victoria Kann! Register online.

    Free – $20.00
  • TEA Talk 2025

    TEA Talk: Seeing is Deceiving: A Search for Visual Perspective

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    The Trefz Forum, The Westport Library 20 Jesup Road, Westport, CT, United States

    Event Details The Westport Arts Advisory Committee's 10th annual TEA (Thinkers, Educators, Artists) Talk will explore ways in which photographers' perceptions merge with their skills to cast the artists' "truth" in their images. Along with moderater Art Nager, photographers Westport Detective Rachel Hall, Spencer Platt, and Butch Quick will share methods for conveying their realities through […]

    Free

  • Rhythm and Rhyme

    Rhythm & Rhyme
    Komansky Room, The Westport Library

    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.

  • Near Peer Homework Help

    Near Peer Homework Help
    Children's Library, The Westport Library 20 Jesup Road, Westport, CT, United States

    Staples High School students will be available between 4 pm and 7 pm, Monday - Thursday in the Children’s Library for drop-in homework help.

  • The League of Women Voters of Westport Board of Education Debate 2025

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    The Westport Library 20 Jesup Road, Westport, CT, United States

    The League of Women Voters of Westport will host Board of Education debates moderated by Laurel Anderson. Statements will also be given by candidates running for the Zoning Board of Appeals, Board of Assessment Appeals and Board of Finance. No registration needed for this drop-in event. Please visit the League's website for more details. Laurel […]

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