Have you ever wondered what happens at the end of life? How to arrange care for a loved one or yourself? Join us for a panel discussion where speakers will discuss what dying can look like, how to have important conversations, an overview of palliative care and hospice, and where these services are provided. Click […]
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 interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected]. The Japanese conversation group meets every Friday in Room 216 or […]
Join us the Ready Readers as we explore the Wonderful World of Color in this interactive storytime for ages 3 to 5!
Join the Staples High School IDEA — Inclusion and Diversity through Education and Awareness — club as it hosts story times to foster respect and empathy. For ages 4 to 6.
In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, AAPI Westport and The Westport Library are proud to welcome New York Times bestselling author of The Vanderbeekers! and A Duet for Home, Karina Yan Glaser. PLEASE REGISTER HERE In this all ages event, Karina will present "What Do You Need to be a Writer?" […]
“For those of us unable to have seen Cash perform during his life, this is more than a treat. It’s a time machine. When it comes to honoring Johnny Cash, JF4 walks the line.” TICKET INFO HERE In case you missed the event, you may watch the recorded program here. Johnny Folsom 4: From A […]
Problem-Solving is making a decision, accomplishing an objective, working towards a goal, dealing with a dilemma, and solving a problem. Most of us are interested in learning more about how […]
Staples High School students will be available in the Children’s library for grades 2 - 8 for drop-in tutoring. Bring homework or workbooks with which you need assistance.
Celebrate the book launch of Covid Chronicles, the compiled diaries of The Westport Library Advanced Writing class coping with the COVID-19 pandemic. There will be readings from participating authors and insight from the book's editors, Mary-Lou Weisman and Gina Ryan. Refreshments will be served. PLEASE REGISTER HERE These Covid Chronicles follows the unfolding of the […]
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 […]
An insightful and profound series of classes on literature from the Westport Library’s newly launched Verso University, a year-round offering of high-level classes, workshops, and lectures designed for lifelong learning. This series of four classes are presented by Dr. Mark Schenker, senior associate dean, Yale College, and dean of academic affairs and a renowned lecturer […]
Staples High School students will be available in the Children’s library for drop-in tutoring for grades 2-8. Bring homework or workbooks with which you need assistance.
In this panel, representatives from a range of colleges will share valuable advice regarding the college search and application process, what colleges look for, and managing the evolving dynamics of college admission. We hope you are able to join us for this engaging and informative event!
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 self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at [email protected]. This conversation group is geared toward people who are studying or […]
Join us for Anyone Can Use: Ancestry Database on Wednesday, May 17, at 11 am in Brooks Place to learn how to research your family history. Ancestry is the largest online genealogy database in the world, with billions of records in census data, vital records, immigration records, military records, directories, photos, and more. Join our […]
