On view in the Sheffer Gallery from May 12 to August 8 is a collection of works by Nancy Moore called Women Telling Stories. There will be a reception and artist talk, with Miggs Burroughs, on Sunday, June 4 from 2 to 4 pm. With a background as a book editor, Nancy has internalized the […]
On view in the Jesup Gallery from May 13 to August 8, is an exhibit celebrating the art of the album with a display related to the Chicago Blues. This exhibit features album covers of some of the original blues musicians who made their way to Chicago and changed the face and sound of American […]
From May 13 to August 8, Three Seasons, an exhibit of paintings by Charles Douthat, are on view in the South Gallery. Charles Douthat is a poet, retired litigator, and visual artist. A graduate of Stanford University and the University of California, Charles is a self-taught painter who works within the traditions of abstract expressionism […]
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 […]
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 public lecture delivered in the Library's Trefz Forum, Roosevelt Institute Director of Climate Policy Rhiana Gunn-Wright will explore the interconnections between environmental and racial justice and discuss how to cultivate regional responses to the climate crisis, recognizing that environmental impacts cross town lines. The talk is inspired by Westport's commitment to becoming a […]
The Westport library is launching our Pro Links Networking group! This is a great opportunity for professionals to come together to exchange information, build relationships, and create opportunities for collaboration and growth. These groups are designed to offer members the chance to learn new skills and connect with others who share similar goals and challenges. […]
Come enjoy an evening of laughs and surprises featuring local improv comedy team Fairfield of Dreams! The show is made up right on the spot, based on audience suggestions. It's a guaranteed good time at the Library! Westport musicians Suzanne and Peter Propp will be entertaining the crowd before the show and during intermission! This […]
The beautiful, bright yellow, limited edition vinyl LP of Verso Records, Volume One has arrived — and it’s time to celebrate the artists, conspirators, and community that has brought forth the first vinyl record ever to be recorded, produced, and released by a public library. Join us on Saturday, June 3, as we celebrate the […]
Celebrate Nancy Moore and her new exhibition Women Telling Stories, now on view in the Sheffer Gallery. Reception starts at 2 pm. Artist talk with Miggs Burroughs from 3 to 4 pm. With a background as a book editor, Nancy has internalized the art of storytelling, informing her passion as a painter. The need to […]
Problem-Solving is making a decision, accomplishing an objective, working towards a goal, dealing with a dilemma, and solving a problem. Most of us are interested in learning more about how to improve our problem-solving skills. With this new course, brought to you by the Library's Verso University lifelong learning initiative, we invite you to join […]
Are you preparing for a job interview? Learn how to develop the best interview skills to help you be successful during the job interview process and secure a top job. You will learn about interview formats, how to answer common situational, technical, and behavioral questions, along with what you should and should not do during […]
Bring your laptop and let’s get to work! This biweekly session is designed for patrons who are waitlisted, receiving services but will like additional support, or anyone else interested in working on their career goals in a study group-style session. Assistance with resumes, work feedback, interview prep questions, job search, and more will be […]
Join the Y's Men of Westport/Weston and The Westport Library for a very special performance by the Staples Jazz Ensemble! PLEASE REGISTER HERE This ensemble is Staples High School Jazz Combo Blue, one of two small combos that make up a part of the school's jazz program. The objective of the Staples High School jazz […]
