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Hear from your newly elected Westport leadership at the State of the Town address at the Library, featuring First Selectman Kevin Christie and Board of Education member Abby Tolan.
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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. 
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration required, but space is limited. 
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. 
SpeakEasy is a student-run organization that will be hosting introductory Spanish, Mandarin, and French lessons for young learners in Grades 2-4.
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Come share your reading recommendations on the first Tuesday of each month in the Board Room (Room 210.) 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 and listen to […] 
Discuss classic films with film professor Sidney Gottlieb, including 'Bringing Up Baby,' 'Citizen Kane,' 'Double Indemnity,' and 'It’s a Wonderful Life.'
$25.00
Early and more practiced readers can come to the children's library to read with a buddy from Staples High School. 
If you’ve ever wished to preserve the rich stories of your family, this two-part storytelling workshop with author and educator Tangular A. Irby is for you.
$10.00
Verso University presents The Search Party: Early Career Series with Career Wing Woman Jodi Rabinowitz — turning clarity into confidence and job searching into momentum.
$10.00
Children under three and their adult are welcome to join us for nursery rhymes, songs, and play. Just drop in! No registration required, but space is limited. |
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This interactive session will help recent grads and young professionals navigate life-changing financial decisions and milestones — including budgeting, saving, investing, and starting a family.
Free
Join Common Ground expert Steve Parrish for a six-part training series exploring the value of civil discourse in public and private conversations.
$20.00
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration required, but space is limited. 
The Westport Library's beginner/intermediate French conversation group meetings are each Wednesday from 10 to 11 am via Zoom. This is a conversation group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in French on a variety of topics. The group welcomes anyone interested in […] 
Discover how to access current headlines, historic newspapers, and free magazines online at The Westport Library’s hands-on workshop.
Free
Join our yarn circle/adult story time for your dose of productive relaxation as we read 'Ruins' by Lily Brooks-Dalton. |
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Ease into Valentine’s Day with a chic, French-inspired mixology class at Rive Bistro in Westport — perfect for date night or Galentine's Day!
$30.00
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Calling all young entrepreneurs in Grades 5-8 — Come showcase your creativity and business skills at the Mini Moguls Marketplace! 
Children under age three with their adult can join us for nursery rhymes, songs and play, independent reading and more. No registration is required, though space is limited. 
Children ages three to five can join Miss Jenna for stories, songs, and dancing. No registration required, though space is limited. 
New and emerging walkers and their adult join us to participate in rhymes, songs, fingerplays and movement. No registration is required, but space is limited.
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. |
3 events,
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 […]
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration is required, though space is limited. |
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Share the magic of the library as we celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day! Spend time together exploring favorite spaces, browsing the shelves, and enjoying a quiet moment of reading side by side. Kids and their families are invited to start the day with lots of movement, songs, and a story at our […] 
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Crossword enthusiasts, join us at for a word game-filled afternoon with Will Shortz, New York Times crossword puzzle editor! 
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. |
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Build and program LEGO WeDo robots! This FREE program is for children in first and second grade. Register online.
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Six Orchestra Lumos cellists, 24 strings, and one amazing sound! Enjoy the deep, resonant beauty of the cello in this intimate performance in the Library's Trefz Forum — from Baroque elegance to Brazilian rhythms to timeless pop classics. |
4 events,
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.
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration required, but space is limited.
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. 
Join the Teen Advisory Board and help The Westport Library better serve teens! |
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Discuss classic films with film professor Sidney Gottlieb, including 'Bringing Up Baby,' 'Citizen Kane,' 'Double Indemnity,' and 'It’s a Wonderful Life.'
$25.00
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The Westport Library and Walrus Alley partner to host a discussion of "All the Water in the World," this year’s WestportREADS selection.
Free
Verso University presents The Search Party: Early Career Series with Career Wing Woman Jodi Rabinowitz — turning clarity into confidence and job searching into momentum.
$10.00
If you’ve ever wished to preserve the rich stories of your family, this two-part storytelling workshop with author and educator Tangular A. Irby is for you.
$10.00
Children under three and their adult are welcome to join us for nursery rhymes, songs, and play. Just drop in! No registration required, but space is limited. 
About the Group The Westport Library and The Residence at Westport are now offering a drop-in support group for caregivers of senior individuals or those living with dementia. Starting November 11, 2025, the group will meet on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, with professional and certified facilitators on hand to offer guidance, resources, […] |
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Join Common Ground expert Steve Parrish for a six-part training series exploring the value of civil discourse in public and private conversations.
$20.00
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration required, but space is limited.
The Westport Library's beginner/intermediate French conversation group meetings are each Wednesday from 10 to 11 am via Zoom. This is a conversation group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in French on a variety of topics. The group welcomes anyone interested in […]
Join our yarn circle/adult story time for your dose of productive relaxation as we read 'Ruins' by Lily Brooks-Dalton. 
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 […]
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. |
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Note: This event has been postponed. Please check back to the Library website and Verso University page for the reschedule date. Art Tour Details Thursday, February 12, 1:30-2:30 pm Please arrive 10 minutes early for check-in at museum entrance at 600 Main Street, Hartford. Enjoy a one-hour docent-led tour of collection highlights at the Wadsworth […]
$15.00
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Climate expert James O'Donnell will add context to this year's WestportREADS book with facts about the effects of climate change on the water levels of the Connecticut shoreline and Long Island Sound.
Free
Children under age three with their adult can join us for nursery rhymes, songs and play, independent reading and more. No registration is required, though space is limited.
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In partnership with Y's Men, The Staples High School Jazz Ensemble will perform a set in The Westport Library's Trefz Forum at 10 am on February 12th.
Free
Children ages three to five can join Miss Jenna for stories, songs, and dancing. No registration required, though space is limited.
New and emerging walkers and their adult join us to participate in rhymes, songs, fingerplays and movement. No registration is required, but space is limited. |
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Watch the 2006 comedy "Night at the Museum," part of this year's WestportREADS film series — perfect for all ages!
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 […]
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration is required, though space is limited. |
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Come meet Miss Sara and her puppet friend Max and the Bodega as they perform music from their show Miss Sara's Music Room and celebrate the release of their Winter Playdate EP! Just drop in!
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. 
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 […] |
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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 […] |
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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.
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration required, but space is limited. |
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Room 216, McCall Join PageTurners for a discussion of North Woods by Daniel Mason North Woods is a sweeping novel about a single house in the woods of New England, told through the lives of those who inhabit it across the centuries For copies of the book, call 203-291-4807. New participants are always welcome! Contact […]
Discuss classic films with film professor Sidney Gottlieb, including 'Bringing Up Baby,' 'Citizen Kane,' 'Double Indemnity,' and 'It’s a Wonderful Life.'
$25.00
Kids in Grades 4-6 are invited to build and program robots with Lego EV3, with new challenges each day in this two-day program!
$25.00
Verso University presents Reignite Your Career Momentum: A Two-Part Series for Seasoned Professionals with Career Wing Woman Jodi Rabinowitz — turning experience into advantage and transition into opportunity.
$10.00
Children under three and their adult are welcome to join us for nursery rhymes, songs, and play. Just drop in! No registration 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 […] |
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Kids in Grades K-2 are invited to learn about Native American history and culture and make their own woven projects out of natural materials!
$25.00
Kids in Grades 3-5 are invited to learn about Native American history and culture and make their own woven projects out of natural materials!
$25.00
Kids in Grades 4-6 are invited to build and program robots with Lego EV3, with new challenges each day in this two-day program!
$25.00
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If you're obsessed with K-Pop Demon Hunters, come celebrate Rumi, Mira, Zoey, and all things K-Pop! We'll have dancing, crafts, activities, and more! Registration required.
Free
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration required, but space is limited.
The Westport Library's beginner/intermediate French conversation group meetings are each Wednesday from 10 to 11 am via Zoom. This is a conversation group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in French on a variety of topics. The group welcomes anyone interested in […] |
10 events,
Kids in Grades K-2 are invited to learn about Native American history and culture and make their own woven projects out of natural materials!
$25.00
Ready to take the next step in your career but not sure where to start? Climb aboard the Career Coach Bus for guidance and support in your job search!
Kids in Grades 3-5 are invited to learn about Native American history and culture and make their own woven projects out of natural materials!
$25.00
Ready to take the next step in your career but not sure where to start? Climb aboard the Career Coach Bus for guidance and support in your job search! 
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Award-winning author Eiren Caffall joins the Westport community for a keynote conversation on the 2026 WestportREADS selection, "All the Water in the World," moderated by journalist Catherine Shen.
Free
Children under age three with their adult can join us for nursery rhymes, songs and play, independent reading and more. No registration is required, though space is limited. |
3 events,
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 […]
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration is required, though space is limited. |
1 event,
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. |
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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.
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. |
9 events,
Discuss classic films with film professor Sidney Gottlieb, including 'Bringing Up Baby,' 'Citizen Kane,' 'Double Indemnity,' and 'It’s a Wonderful Life.'
$25.00
Early and more practiced readers can come to the children's library to read with a buddy from Staples High School. 
Pro hockey players from the Bridgeport Islanders will be visiting the Library to host a storytime! All ages welcome!
Verso University presents Reignite Your Career Momentum: A Two-Part Series for Seasoned Professionals with Career Wing Woman Jodi Rabinowitz — turning experience into advantage and transition into opportunity.
$10.00
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 […] |
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Will AI replace Hollywood? Find out the answer with Dave Briggs and the founder of Particle 6 AI & creator of Tilly Norwood, Eline van der Velden.
Free
Join Common Ground expert Steve Parrish for a six-part training series exploring the value of civil discourse in public and private conversations.
$20.00
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Saugatuck Scribes returns in celebration of entrepreneur and author Jacqueline Corbelli's latest book, 'Changemaker: A Modern Playbook for Creating Personal Impact and Transformational Change'.
Free
The Westport Library's beginner/intermediate French conversation group meetings are each Wednesday from 10 to 11 am via Zoom. This is a conversation group rather than a language class — there are no textbooks, homework, or formal lessons. Participants engage in unscripted discussions in French on a variety of topics. The group welcomes anyone interested in […]
Join our yarn circle/adult story time for your dose of productive relaxation as we read 'Ruins' by Lily Brooks-Dalton.
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 […] |
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This one-hour informative session offers a clear introduction to the essentials of family law: prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, child custody and parenting plans, alimony and child support, and more.
Free
Children under age three with their adult can join us for nursery rhymes, songs and play, independent reading and more. No registration is required, though space is limited.
Children ages three to five can join Miss Jenna for stories, songs, and dancing. No registration required, though space is limited.
New and emerging walkers and their adult join us to participate in rhymes, songs, fingerplays and movement. No registration is required, but space is limited.
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. 
Join us for Mah Jongg Open Play in the Library Café! Advanced beginners are invited to the Library for eight two-hour open play sessions throughout January and February.
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Get Tickets Event Details The Westport Library is getting an early jump on the 2026 edition of VersoFest, our annual festival celebrating music, media, and creativity. The Thing, the rising rock band out of New York City with roots in Connecticut, will be performing the 2026 VersoFest Kickoff Concert. Presales for the concert will begin […]
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 […]
Pre-walking babies and their adult can join us for songs, fingerplays, bouncing, and a book! No registration is required, though space is limited. |
2 events,
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.
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 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.
