Register Here The Westport Library and the Y’s Men of Westport/Weston are proud to present their second media panel discussion, this one focusing on how well the print, social and […]
Register Here Author Richard Russo is bringing his newest essay collection, Life and Art, to The Westport Library! Enjoy an insightful conversation between Russo and popular book reviewer Suzanne Leopold as they discuss his new release. About Life and Art Across his distinguished career as a writer, Russo's novels have intimately captured the human experience — and […]
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.
Come share your reading recommendations at Books and Bites. From time to time, guests will share and recommend their top titles. Enjoy coffee and tea and light refreshments while we continue to share our top reads for the month. This is a ‘no commitment’ group, so you can simply share your titles or just come […]
Register Here The Westport Library and Andrew Wilk are excited to bring back the Westport Library Medical Series. This series is an opportunity for the community to learn about important medical issues, aiming to provide both practical and thought-provoking information that can help individuals navigate the complex world of medicine. Dr. Robert Altbaum, a longtime […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for our Professional Networking Group! This is a great opportunity for professionals to come together to exchange information, build relationships, and create opportunities for collaboration and growth.
Equal parts book club, knitting/crocheting group, and adult story time, Tell a Yarn... is your weekly dose of productive relaxation!
The Westport Library's Italian conversation group meetings are each Wednesday 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 Italian on a variety […]
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 more information, please contact the group contact, Rodney Garcia at rgprod16@gmail.com. Need a Hobby? Sports! Sports! Sports! Dungeons & Dragons
Join us for a reception for The Artists Collective of Westport’s summer exhibit at The Westport Library, Interiors: A Look Inside, in the Sheffer Gallery and South Gallery, and as the Collective reveals its Piece by Piece installation in the Jesup Gallery. For Interiors, each of the Artists Collective members were invited to display a […]
Register Here Meet us in the Library's McCall Room (#216) for the Friday Walk-In Career Support Group! This group offers a relaxed and informal environment where you can receive personalized job search assistance. Whether you need help with resumes, interview preparation, or general career advice, this group provides valuable feedback from our career coach Tarin […]
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 […]
Register Here Course Dates: Saturdays, June 7 & 14; 10:30 am-12 pm *Enroll in the first session to be registered for the full series. * Dive into the art of science and fishing in this in-depth, instructional course where you'll learn introductory fish anatomy and physiology, biology, ecology, and much more to help advance your […]
Join us in the Children's Library to read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Both early and practiced readers are welcome!
Join us in the Children's Library to read aloud to a registered therapy dog. Both early and practiced readers are welcome!
The Westport Library will be opening early on Sunday, June 8, exclusively for high school students preparing for midterm exams and projects.
Buy Tickets: $40 Join Grammy Award nominee, legendary singer-songwriter, and Westport Resident Sophie B. Hawkins for an exclusive script-in-hand performance of her new musical drama, Birds of New York, currently in development and directed by JoAnn M. Hunter (Broadway, West End, Westport) and including Broadway and local talent. Facilitated and promoted by Suzanne Krauss and […]
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.
Explore effective networking strategies in this workshop with career coach Tarin Evans. Learn how to start conversations, follow up professionally, and build lasting professional relationships.
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 […]
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 […]
Equal parts book club, knitting/crocheting group, and adult story time, Tell a Yarn... is your weekly dose of productive relaxation!
The Westport Library's Italian conversation group meetings are each Wednesday 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 Italian on a variety […]
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 more information, please contact the group contact, Rodney Garcia at rgprod16@gmail.com. Need a Hobby? Sports! Sports! Sports! Dungeons & Dragons
Meet with other Thought Readers to discuss 'Slow Productivity' by Cal Newport, which deconstructs the absurdities of productivity.
Join us for a night of laugher and community, featuring NYC-based LGBTQ+ comic Calvin and headlined by award-winning comedian Mina Hartong! Jamie Machotka hosts. Register Here Host for the evening, Jamie Machotka, is a seasoned storyteller, comedian, and improviser who brings humor, heart, and wit to every stage he steps onto. Originally from Chicago, Jamie […]
Register Here Meet us in the Library's McCall Room (#216) for the Friday Walk-In Career Support Group! This group offers a relaxed and informal environment where you can receive personalized job search assistance. Whether you need help with resumes, interview preparation, or general career advice, this group provides valuable feedback from our career coach Tarin […]
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 […]
Register Here Course Dates: Saturdays, June 7 & 14; 10:30 am-12 pm *Enroll in the first session to be registered for the full series. * Dive into the art of science and fishing in this in-depth, instructional course where you'll learn introductory fish anatomy and physiology, biology, ecology, and much more to help advance your […]
Formed in 2002, the (almost) all-physician rock band DNR has been a community favorite for two decades, playing vintage tunes from the 1960s and 70s, including the music of Bruce Springsteen, the Rolling Stones, Van Morrison, and the Beatles. DNR has performed at The Levitt Pavilion and has donated its time at many charitable events […]
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 […]
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 PageTurner's for a discussion on the WestportREADS 2025 selection, "In the Distance" by Hernan Diaz.
Join us for Speed Networking to connect one-on-one with fellow job seekers, professionals, and local employers in a series of quick, timed conversations!
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 […]
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 […]
If you write and need a place to read your work in front of a group of friendly, non-threatening fellow writers, this is the place for you! We meet in person and on Zoom from 7 to 8:45 pm on the third Tuesday of every month in a casual open mic format. We welcome fiction, […]
Learn the hidden history of Westport’s connection to Juneteenth, presented by Ramin Ganeshram of the Westport Museum for History and Culture.
Visit The Westport Library to meet other writers and discuss your work, writer's block, tips for getting published, and get feedback.
Equal parts book club, knitting/crocheting group, and adult story time, Tell a Yarn... is your weekly dose of productive relaxation!
The Westport Library's Italian conversation group meetings are each Wednesday 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 Italian on a variety […]
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 more information, please contact the group contact, Rodney Garcia at rgprod16@gmail.com. Need a Hobby? Sports! Sports! Sports! Dungeons & Dragons
Register Here Kick-start your summer with exciting new flavors and fun! Join Chef Catherine from TastebudsCT for a lively happy hour cooking class consisting of demonstrations where you’ll learn to craft both savory and sweet seasonal bites – perfect for your next summer gathering. Each creation will be complimented with a carefully curated beverage. Discover […]
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 […]
Register Here Want to make the planet a healthier place but don’t know where to start? How about starting right in your own yard! From growing native plants and trees, reducing your use of pesticides and chemicals, to harvesting your own fruits and veggies — the choices you make at home can have far-reaching benefits […]
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 a workshop on how to make the most of your existing wardrobe for interviews, professional settings, and after-work events!
Join Camp Explore 2025 and transform your smartphone into a powerful photography tool to capture and edit stunning, pro-quality photos! Register online for kids in Grades 7-9 in Fall 2025.
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 1-2 online.
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 […]
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 3-5 online.
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 […]
Join Camp Explore 2025 and transform your smartphone into a powerful photography tool to capture and edit stunning, pro-quality photos! Register online for kids in Grades 7-9 in Fall 2025.
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 1-2 online.
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 3-5 online.
Equal parts book club, knitting/crocheting group, and adult story time, Tell a Yarn... is your weekly dose of productive relaxation!
The Westport Library's Italian conversation group meetings are each Wednesday 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 Italian on a variety […]
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 6-8 online.
Join Camp Explore 2025 and transform your smartphone into a powerful photography tool to capture and edit stunning, pro-quality photos! Register online for kids in Grades 7-9 in Fall 2025.
Register Here As part of The Westport Library's OUTspoken series, elevating LGBTQ+ voices and stories, and in partnership with Triangle Community Center for PRIDE month, we welcome comedian and breakout start of HBO's series Somebody, Somewhere, Jeff Hiller, to the stage! Joining Hiller in conversation is writer, comedian, and podcast host Julie Klausner. Doors and […]
Buy Tickets: $37.50 After honoring the legendary Keith Richards in March (yes, that Keith Richards), The Westport Library rocked out as the World's Loudest Library during four days of concerts in April. Now, Verso Studios at The Westport Library and DinkinEsh Presents keep that fun VersoFest vibe going with Mystic Bowie's Talking Dreads ... for […]
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 […]
Register Here Meet us in the Library's McCall Room (#216) for the Friday Walk-In Career Support Group! This group offers a relaxed and informal environment where you can receive personalized job search assistance. Whether you need help with resumes, interview preparation, or general career advice, this group provides valuable feedback from our career coach Tarin […]
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'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 […]
The Westport Library is excited to present an exclusive screening of Other Side, a documentary film featured in the Death Differently series, which highlights alternative approaches to death, dying, and grief. Each character-driven episode focuses on an individual topic — green burial, wind telephones, music thanatology, and many others. Other Side highlights one family's experience in navigating […]
Curious about how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can give you a competitive edge in your job search? This hands-on workshop on the Career Coach Bus introduces the fundamentals of AI and explores practical ways to use it to your advantage!
Curious about how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can give you a competitive edge in your job search? This hands-on workshop on the Career Coach Bus introduces the fundamentals of AI and explores practical ways to use it to your advantage!
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.
Come share your reading recommendations at Books and Bites. From time to time, guests will share and recommend their top titles. Enjoy coffee and tea and light refreshments while we continue to share our top reads for the month. This is a ‘no commitment’ group, so you can simply share your titles or just come […]
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 1-2 online.
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 […]
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 3-5 online.
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 […]
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 6-8 online.
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 1-2 online.
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 3-5 online.
Equal parts book club, knitting/crocheting group, and adult story time, Tell a Yarn... is your weekly dose of productive relaxation!
The Westport Library's Italian conversation group meetings are each Wednesday 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 Italian on a variety […]
The Westport Library's 2025 Summer Learning Clubs integrate math, literacy, and STEAM activities into fun programming! Register for Grades 6-8 online.
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 […]
Enjoy the holiday! While we are closed, check out our awesome 4th of July resource guide for recipes, celebration ideas, history, and more!
Register Here Meet us in the Library's McCall Room (#216) for the Friday Walk-In Career Support Group! This group offers a relaxed and informal environment where you can receive personalized job search assistance. Whether you need help with resumes, interview preparation, or general career advice, this group provides valuable feedback from our career coach Tarin […]
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 […]
