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 […]
Dive into a world of bold colors and comic-inspired art! Students in Grades 1-2 will experiment with printmaking, stamps and mixed media to create eye-catching masterpieces.
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.
Dive into a world of bold colors and comic-inspired art! Students in Grades 3-5 will experiment with printmaking, stamps and mixed media to create eye-catching masterpieces.
This two-part class offers a deep dive into the bold techniques of the Pop Art movement and its impact on modern design. Students will move beyond simple drawing to master professional screen-printing methods, stencil work, and digital-style layering.
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 […]
We welcome best-selling author Chris Bohjalian to the stage for a conversation with CT Public's Catherine Shen on his gripping new novel, 'The Amateur' — a suspenseful and emotionally charged story about tragedy, privilege, secrets, and the devastating ripple effects of one split-second mistake.
Dive into a world of bold colors and comic-inspired art! Students in Grades 1-2 will experiment with printmaking, stamps and mixed media to create eye-catching masterpieces.
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 […]
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.
Course Details Songwriting: From First Idea to Original Song, A Three-Day Intensive Workshop with Jack O’Neill Dates: Thursdays, August 6, 13 & 20 Time: 6:30-8 pm Location: McCall Room Songwriting is one of the most intimate and demanding creative acts — a discipline that asks the writer to locate something true, then shape it into […]
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 […]
In this class, for students entering grades 5-8, participants will learn how banks work, how checking and savings accounts differ, and why budgeting is one of the most important life skills. They'll create their own budget, set savings goals, and practice making responsible financial decisions through hands-on activities. Instructor Bio: Aanya Gandhi is a student […]
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 […]
Poets, wordsmiths, and those looking to be moved by words: Come hear nationally recognized, award-winning Connecticut poets Gray Jacobik and Charles Douthat read their original life poems in tandem at the Library's first We Read Poetry event.
In this hands-on fashion studio workshop, students in Grades 1-2 will create their own designs, experiment with a variety of materials, and construct upcycled outfits.
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.
In this hands-on fashion studio workshop, students in Grades 3-5 will create their own designs, experiment with a variety of materials, and construct upcycled outfits.
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 […]
Explore fashion as a tool for communication and cultural revolution. Students will master garment construction and use sustainable design principles to create conceptual pieces that blend historical influence with modern trends.
In this hands-on fashion studio workshop, students in Grades 1-2 will create their own designs, experiment with a variety of materials, and construct upcycled outfits.
Learn the science behind making pizza, pasta, and ice cream and test out your hypotheses! Make, take, and taste — You'll be an expert chef in no time! Aprons suggested, appetite required.
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, […]
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 […]
In this hands-on fashion studio workshop, students in Grades 3-5 will create their own designs, experiment with a variety of materials, and construct upcycled outfits.
Event Details Ride along with Pulitzer-Prize winning author and historian Beverly Gage on an epic road trip through US history in 13 places: dropping by museums, a nuclear silo, and a sex commune on the way. From the Battle of Alamo to Richard Nixon in Disneyland, Gage explores America’s messy contradictions and unique landmarks in […]
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 science behind making pizza, pasta, and ice cream and test out your hypotheses! Make, take, and taste — You'll be an expert chef in no time! Aprons suggested, appetite required.
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 […]
From cracking locker combinations to decoding a complex schedule, middle school-bound students are invited to build a personalized "Day One Toolkit" and master their school transition.
Learn the science behind making pizza, pasta, and ice cream and test out your hypotheses! Make, take, and taste — You'll be an expert chef in no time! Aprons suggested, appetite required.
Give Blood, Save a Life. The Red Cross will be hosting a blood drive in The Westport Library's Komansky Room on Thursday, August 13. Please schedule a time to give blood through the Red Cross website. MedlinePlus
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.
Course Details Songwriting: From First Idea to Original Song, A Three-Day Intensive Workshop with Jack O’Neill Dates: Thursdays, August 6, 13 & 20 Time: 6:30-8 pm Location: McCall Room Songwriting is one of the most intimate and demanding creative acts — a discipline that asks the writer to locate something true, then shape it into […]
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 […]
Designed to make investing simple and approachable, this session introduces students entering grades 5-8 to stocks, compound interest, risk vs. reward, and long-term wealth building. Through simulations and games, they'll discover how money can grow over time and why starting early matters. Instructor Bio: Aanya Gandhi is a student at Staples High School with a […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
Act as a historical analyst and recreate ancient technologies, analyze linguistic roots, and investigate how the food, art, and beliefs of the past were the original "disruptors" of history!
Room 216, McCall Join PageTurners for a discussion of Five Little Pigs by Agatha Christie Beautiful Caroline Crale was convicted of poisoning her husband, yet there were five other suspects. It is sixteen years later, but Hercule Poirot just can’t get that nursery rhyme out of his mind… For copies of the book, call 203-291-4807. […]
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 […]
Act as a historical analyst and recreate ancient technologies, analyze linguistic roots, and investigate how the food, art, and beliefs of the past were the original "disruptors" of history!
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 […]
Wednesday's Zoom link 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 Alexandra Soiseth. This is like a write-in but with extras … it's writing time followed by […]
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
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 […]
Tired of book clubs that keep you sitting still? So are we. Introducing Walk Like a Librarian — a book club for people who'd rather turn pages with their feet than their fingers. No assigned reading. No discussion questions. No pressure. Just you, your current audiobook (or podcast, or playlist, or blissful silence), and a good […]
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.
Course Details Songwriting: From First Idea to Original Song, A Three-Day Intensive Workshop with Jack O’Neill Dates: Thursdays, August 6, 13 & 20 Time: 6:30-8 pm Location: McCall Room Songwriting is one of the most intimate and demanding creative acts — a discipline that asks the writer to locate something true, then shape it into […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Wednesday's Zoom link 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 Alexandra Soiseth. This is like a write-in but with extras … it's writing time followed by […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
Saugatuck Scribes, the Library's local author series, presents author Carl Wistreich in conversation on his new book, My Lethal Obsession, with Temple Israel's Rabbi Friedman. The talk will be followed by an audience Q&A. Blending family drama with page-turning suspense, My Lethal Obsession confronts the eternal hatred one group has faced throughout history in very […]
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 […]
Wednesday's Zoom link 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 Alexandra Soiseth. This is like a write-in but with extras … it's writing time followed by […]
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
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 […]
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