Enjoy a lively, family friendly afternoon with the Oxalis Trio as they present chamber music of Georg Philipp Telemann, Malcolm Arnold, Frederick Delius, and Quincy Porter for flute, oboe, and piano.
Parents of high school students are invited to learn about how they can support their students as they transition to higher education.
Event Details TEAM Westport, in partnership with The Westport Library, is proud to present the winners of the 13th Annual Teen Diversity Essay Contest during a special ceremony held at the Library. For the past 23 years, TEAM Westport has been a town-appointed committee focused on making Westport proactively welcoming with respect to race, ethnicity, […]
Celebrate National Poetry Month with acclaimed actresses Ellen Burstyn and Pamela Anderson as they share poems that have shaped their lives, featured in Burstyn's new book, 'Poetry Says It Better: Poems to Help You Wake Up.'
The Supper & Soul series returns to The Westport Library this spring with singer/songwriter and saxophonist Vanessa Collier!
In time for AAPI history month, 'American Peril: The Violent History of Anti-Asian Racism' shines a new light on the problem of anti-Asian violence and inspires us to build lasting solidarity. Join historian Scott Kurashige in conversation with Jason Oliver Chang, Associate Professor of History and Asian American Studies at the University of Connecticut.
Join board-certified dermatologists for an eye-opening discussion on the rise of “skinfluencers” and the viral skincare trends targeting tweens and teens.
The Westport Library and Staples High School Counseling Department are pleased to hold a College Admission Panel Night for sophomores and juniors in high school and their families. Representatives from a range of colleges will share valuable insights, perspectives, and advice regarding the college search and application process, what colleges look for, and how to […]
Event Details You’re in for a once-in-a-lifetime experience as New York Times best-selling author Josh Malerman (Bird Box, Watching Evil Dead) and his theatrical troupe Wow Town present a theatrical reading of scenes from Malerman's instant best-seller, Incidents Around the House. Following the presentation, Josh will sit down with best-selling author Gregory Galloway for exclusive talk-back on the production, and […]
Event Details Welcome David Pogue, Emmy Award-winning CBS News correspondent and one of the most trusted voices in tech, to the Library stage for a fascinating look at the story behind one of the world’s most iconic companies. Drawing from his new book Apple: The First 50 Years, Pogue will take you inside the rise, […]
Event Details Dr. Dale Atkins, author and Today Show-featured expert and psychologist, will take part in a meaningful and uplifting conversation with Library trustee Liza Van Gundy on Atkins' children’s books, Dear Deer and The Turquoise Butterfly — helping young readers and their families navigate big emotions, build resilience, and connect more deeply with the […]
Step into the heart of America’s political and cultural crossroads with Dana Perino as she discusses her debut novel 'Purple State' with Westporter Danielle Dobin.
Event Details True crime lovers won't want to miss this evening immersed in Fairfield County’s most notorious crime: the murder of Martha Moxley in Greenwich. Join veteran journalist Andrew Goldman, writer and host of the Apple #1 podcast series Dead Certain: The Martha Moxley Murder as he shares new leads and never-before-heard interviews about the 1975 […]
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 […]
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!
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.
