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 […]
Explore the rich, global culture of tea at The Westport Library! In this one-time class, tea expert Frank Kwei guides participants through the origins, varieties, and rituals that have made tea one of the world’s most beloved beverages.
Enter the world of secret agents to crack the case! Junior detectives will master invisible ink, decode secret ciphers, and use forensic observation to solve thrilling mysteries and find hidden clues.
Trace your family's history by placing a sticker on the country or countries your ancestors are from. Let's see if Westport is the American melting pot or not! Map It! will be on the landing outside Children's Library all summer.
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 this sensory storytime designed for children age 2 and up with multi-sensory needs. We welcome children of ages and abilities for different sensory-friendly activities. No registration required, but space is limited.
Higgins Room June 29 - July 2 Step back in time with us! Have you ever wondered what life was like for children in Westport in 1776? Throughout the week, we'll explore daily life in colonial Connecticut through a series of hands-on activities inspired by the games, crafts, foods, and skills that were part of […]
Enter the world of secret agents to crack the case! Junior detectives will master invisible ink, decode secret ciphers, and use forensic observation to solve thrilling mysteries and find hidden clues.
This three-day workshop for Grades 6-9 offers a brightly visual method to learn coding basics through TurtleArt and ArtLogo. Whether you are a beginner programming or have some experience, you will be challenged in this class and will learn to produce personalized art!
Have you ever wondered what life was like for children in Westport in 1776? We'll explore daily life in colonial Connecticut through a series of hands-on activities inspired by the games, crafts, foods, and skills that were part of children's everyday lives. Join us as we experience history the way a young colonial child might have lived it!
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 […]
Enter the world of secret agents to crack the case! Junior detectives will master invisible ink, decode secret ciphers, and use forensic observation to solve thrilling mysteries and find hidden clues.
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 […]
Pick up Mark Shanahan's theatrical adaptation of this classic murder mystery, read and discuss the script with your fellow theater lovers (and the playwright himself!), then watch it come to life on the stage.
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 […]
This three-day workshop for Grades 6-9 offers a brightly visual method to learn coding basics through TurtleArt and ArtLogo. Whether you are a beginner programming or have some experience, you will be challenged in this class and will learn to produce personalized art!
Have you ever wondered what life was like for children in Westport in 1776? We'll explore daily life in colonial Connecticut through a series of hands-on activities inspired by the games, crafts, foods, and skills that were part of children's everyday lives. Join us as we experience history the way a young colonial child might have lived it!
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 […]
This three-day workshop for Grades 6-9 offers a brightly visual method to learn coding basics through TurtleArt and ArtLogo. Whether you are a beginner programming or have some experience, you will be challenged in this class and will learn to produce personalized art!
Have you ever wondered what life was like for children in Westport in 1776? We'll explore daily life in colonial Connecticut through a series of hands-on activities inspired by the games, crafts, foods, and skills that were part of children's everyday lives. Join us as we experience history the way a young colonial child might have lived it!
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.
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 […]
Through hands-on challenges, students in Grades 1-2 will learn to build weather-proof shelters, track nature's signs, and navigate the great outdoors with confidence.
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 this sensory storytime designed for children age 2 and up with multi-sensory needs. We welcome children of ages and abilities for different sensory-friendly activities. No registration required, but space is limited.
Through hands-on challenges, students in Grades 3-5 will learn to build weather-proof shelters, track nature's signs, and navigate the great outdoors with confidence.
In Wilderness Ops, students will transition from campers to leaders. This intensive course moves beyond the basics of nature walks to focus on high-level skills: engineering advanced shelters, mastering the physics of water filtration, and navigating complex terrain using only a compass and the sun.
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 […]
Through hands-on challenges, students in Grades 1-2 will learn to build weather-proof shelters, track nature's signs, and navigate the great outdoors with confidence.
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 […]
Event Details Make history with The Westport Library as we take part in the nationwide reading of the Declaration of Independence on Wednesday, July 8, in celebration of the founding document's 250th anniversary. Hear the words that changed the world — not as a relic, but as a living declaration that still resonates across generations. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Bring a current knitting project or your own needles or hooks and join our circle for stitching, learning, and community. Beginners welcome! For ages 8 through adult. Just drop in.
Course Details Dates: Thursday, July 9, 16, 23 & 30 Time: 6:30-8 pm Location: Room 210 This course teaches adults with some programming familiarity how to build a real, professional-looking website using Claude, Anthropic's AI assistant. Students work through a curated project idea of their choosing across four 90-minute sessions, progressing from a browser-based prototype […]
New and emerging walkers or todders and their adult join us to participate in rhymes, songs, fingerplays and movement. No registration is required, but space is limited.
Westport welcomes internationally acclaimed Italian contemporary pop artist Matteo Bocelli for an intimate conversation with radio host Jon Kamal, exploring his music, creative process, international career, and the inspiration behind his newest album. Matteo Bocelli has already performed on some of the world's biggest stages and tasted musical stardom—sharing his sensitive songs and dynamic vocal […]
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.
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, […]
Storytelling for all ages outside on Jesup Green. Bring a grownup and a blanket to sit on.
Please call the children's library in case of extreme weather @ 203-291-4810.
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 […]
This event has been rescheduled! There are two upcoming classed on August 7th and August 14th. What does it really mean to be "good with money"? In this class, for students entering grades 5-8, participants will explore the psychology behind spending, learn how to distinguish needs from wants, and discover how small financial decisions shape […]
The Westport Garden Club celebrates America250 with flowers galore! This Small Standard National Garden Clubs, Inc. Flower Show will feature floral design, horticulture, and education tables — all with a patriotic theme. Exhibits will be judged and ribbons will be awarded. Here you will find details on the exhibits, judges & awards. This event 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 Garden Club celebrates America250 with flowers galore! This Small Standard National Garden Clubs, Inc. Flower Show will feature floral design, horticulture, and education tables — all with a patriotic theme. Exhibits will be judged and ribbons will be awarded. Here you will find details on the exhibits, judges & awards. This event is […]
Students in Grades 1-2 will learn safe knife skills, flavor pairing, and "food architecture" as they compete in 'Chopped' style mystery-basket challenges to create delicious, beautiful, and healthy cold dishes.
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.
Students in Grades 3-5 will learn safe knife skills, flavor pairing, and "food architecture" as they compete in 'Chopped' style mystery-basket challenges to create delicious, beautiful, and healthy cold dishes.
If you want some outside motivation to finish your summer reading, come to our summer reading meetups! We’ll have a quiet hour to read with snacks and comfortable chairs. Anyone who attends for the full hour can enter to win a gift card basket in our teen summer reading challenge! No need to register, just […]
Inspired by the professional "Brigade de Cuisine" system, students will work in high-functioning teams to master flavor profiles and plating techniques. Using mystery baskets of ingredients, you'll compete to create gourmet cold dishes that balance taste, texture, and professional presentation.
Students in Grades 1-2 will learn safe knife skills, flavor pairing, and "food architecture" as they compete in 'Chopped' style mystery-basket challenges to create delicious, beautiful, and healthy cold dishes.
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, […]
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 […]
Learn the mechanics of flying with gliders and a flight simulator! In this two-part workshop, students will build and fly Flite Test Gliders to learn aerodynamics fundamentals.
Course Details Dates: Thursday, July 9, 16, 23 & 30 Time: 6:30-8 pm Location: Room 210 This course teaches adults with some programming familiarity how to build a real, professional-looking website using Claude, Anthropic's AI assistant. Students work through a curated project idea of their choosing across four 90-minute sessions, progressing from a browser-based prototype […]
Learn the mechanics of flying with gliders and a flight simulator! In this two-part workshop, students will build and fly Flite Test Gliders to learn aerodynamics fundamentals.
Meetup Details Looking for a place to hang out, be yourself, and have fun with friends? Lighthouse is a peer-to-peer space where teens can relax, connect, and build community in a welcoming, judgment-free environment. Expect games, art, music, and real conversations — all in a space where everyone is respected and no bullying is ever […]
New and emerging walkers or todders and their adult join us to participate in rhymes, songs, fingerplays and movement. No registration is required, but space is limited.
This one-hour stage performance of the Silver Circus show features high energy circus entertainment including magic, juggling, daring stunts, storytelling, physical comedy, and TONS of audience interaction. Just drop in!
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, […]
Storytelling for all ages outside on Jesup Green. Bring a grownup and a blanket to sit on.
Please call the children's library in case of extreme weather @ 203-291-4810.
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 […]
Workshop Details Sip and celebrate America's 250th birthday with illustrator, author, and advanced cicerone (person with an expert-level designation for beer professionals) Em Sauter, will give an illustrated presentation discussing the role of beer and brewing in American history. From the Pilgrims landing on Plymouth Rock, to the modern craft brewery movement and the beers we […]
Senior Tech Help Club, from Pierrepont School and Staples High School, will be at the library offering free, drop-in tech help for community members of all ages. Their volunteers can assist with basic device troubleshooting, using smartphones, computers, and apps, navigating the internet, email support, and other everyday technology questions. Whether you're trying to learn […]
For one day only, Westport's own vibrant soccer community collides with the world's biggest international tournament at The Westport Library! Join Dan Woog and Paddy Donovan for a full slate of soccer fun.
Are your kids working on completing a Panini FIFA World Cup Album? Bring your duplicate stickers and join us for a sticker exchange on Wednesday July 8th from 4:30-5:30pm and/or Sunday July 19th from 1-3pm in Brooks Place!
Event Details Laugh out loud with a special screening of Women Laughing, a new documentary directed by cartoonist Liza Donnelly that explores the history, impact, and creative legacy of women cartoonists at The New Yorker — followed by a live conversation with Donnelly's colleagues, acclaimed cartoonist Roz Chast and former New Yorker editor Anne Hall Elser. Together, […]
Students in Grades 1-2 will become "Super Savers" by playing high-energy games, earning "Library Bucks" to spend at our mini-market, and learning how to save up for their biggest goals through the power of smart choices!
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.
Students in Grades 3-5 will become "Super Savers" by playing high-energy games, earning "Library Bucks" to spend at our mini-market, and learning how to save up for their biggest goals through the power of smart choices!
This two-part class offers a fast-paced look at how to master your money as you navigate the "real-world" economy by managing a digital budget, tackle the math behind paycheck taxes, and see firsthand how credit card interest can spiral out of control.
Room 216, McCall Join PageTurners for a discussion of The Traitor's Wife by Allison Pataki A riveting work of historical fiction, The Traitor’s Wife tells the little known but explosive story of Peggy Shippen Arnold, the cunning young wife of Benedict Arnold and mastermind behind one of the most shocking acts of treason in American history. For copies of the book, call […]
Students in Grades 1-2 will become "Super Savers" by playing high-energy games, earning "Library Bucks" to spend at our mini-market, and learning how to save up for their biggest goals through the power of smart choices!
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Dates: July 20 & 22 Time: 4:00-5:30 Location: Room 210 This two-part workshop is geared toward teen writers of all levels who are interested in fiction-writing. On day one of the workshop, we will write to prompts designed to illustrate some of the essentials of writing fiction: plot, characters, setting, and point of view. These […]
Course Details Dates: Thursday, July 9, 16, 23 & 30 Time: 6:30-8 pm Location: Room 210 This course teaches adults with some programming familiarity how to build a real, professional-looking website using Claude, Anthropic's AI assistant. Students work through a curated project idea of their choosing across four 90-minute sessions, progressing from a browser-based prototype […]
New and emerging walkers or todders and their adult join us to participate in rhymes, songs, fingerplays and movement. No registration is required, but space is limited.
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.
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, […]
Storytelling for all ages outside on Jesup Green. Bring a grownup and a blanket to sit on.
Please call the children's library in case of extreme weather @ 203-291-4810.
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 […]
Senior Tech Help Club, from Pierrepont School and Staples High School, will be at the library offering free, drop-in tech help for community members of all ages. Their volunteers can assist with basic device troubleshooting, using smartphones, computers, and apps, navigating the internet, email support, and other everyday technology questions. Whether you're trying to learn […]
Register Here Event Details Take an in-depth look back at the Supreme Court decisions that have shaped us and explore their impact with CT Mirror, winner of the 2026 Pulitzer Prize for Local Reporting. In the second of the Library's journalism series in partnership with CT Mirror, New York Times Supreme Court reporter Ann Marimow will […]
This is a two-day program that takes place on July 27 & 28. One ticket per attendee covers both days. Class Details If you had to build a house out of paper, how would you make sure it doesn't collapse when the wind blows? Students in this class will become junior engineers as they explore […]
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 this sensory storytime designed for children age 2 and up with multi-sensory needs. We welcome children of ages and abilities for different sensory-friendly activities. No registration required, but space is limited.
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 […]
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 […]
Analyze how skyscrapers handle wind loads, design earthquake-resistant foundations, and explore the logistics of high-density city planning. Using professional design principles, you'll build models that prove your structures can hold up under real-world pressure!
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 […]
Learn the basics of creating beautiful stained-glass art from scratch, from selecting glass to cutting to soldering. Solder and bring home your very own stained glass butterfly or dragonfly!
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 […]
Bring a current knitting project or your own needles or hooks and join our circle for stitching, learning, and community. Beginners welcome! For ages 8 through adult. Just drop in.
Course Details Dates: Thursday, July 9, 16, 23 & 30 Time: 6:30-8 pm Location: Room 210 This course teaches adults with some programming familiarity how to build a real, professional-looking website using Claude, Anthropic's AI assistant. Students work through a curated project idea of their choosing across four 90-minute sessions, progressing from a browser-based prototype […]
Learn the basics of creating beautiful stained-glass art from scratch, from selecting glass to cutting to soldering. Solder and bring home your very own stained glass butterfly or dragonfly!
New and emerging walkers or todders and their adult join us to participate in rhymes, songs, fingerplays and movement. No registration is required, but space is limited.
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.
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, […]
Storytelling for all ages outside on Jesup Green. Bring a grownup and a blanket to sit on.
Please call the children's library in case of extreme weather @ 203-291-4810.
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 […]
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