The Westport Library
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About Us
Since 1886, the Library has been devoted to enriching the intellectual and creative lives of the residents of Westport. Overlooking the scenic Saugatuck River, The Westport Library is a vibrant community hub where people of all ages come to seek information, gain knowledge, exchange ideas and share experiences. For more information go to: http://westportlibrary.org/
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Contact Information
20 Jesup Road
Westport, CT 06880
Call 203.291.4800
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Tuesday October 1 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Books & Bites
Come share your reading recommendations at Books and Bites. From time to time, guests will share and recommend their top titles. 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 ......More
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Tuesday October 1 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Verso University Presents: Cybersecurity: Safeguarding Your Privacy and Protecting Your Assets
Register Here In an era when our digital lives are more intertwined than ever, safeguarding privacy and protecting online assets has never been more critical. Join us for a two part series which delves into the realm of cybersecurity. Digital security expert Patrick Pal......More
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Tuesday October 1 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Writing Sprints with Tessa Smith McGovern
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 ......More
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Tuesday October 1 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Language Conversation Group: Spanish
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller ......More
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Tuesday October 1 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Westport Library Tech Rally
Every Tuesday, Library staff and assistants will be on hand in the Trefz Forum to provide in-person support for accessing our digital resources. Our tech assistants are available to help you download our digital collections onto your devices. Please note that these sess......More
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Tuesday October 1 4:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Near Peer Homework Help
Staples High School students will be available in the Children’s Library for drop-in homework help. If you don't have a specific homework assignment to work on, please bring a workbook or some other material with which you need assistance. Tutors will be available betwe......More
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Tuesday October 1 4:45pm - 5:15pm EDT
Story Fun with Mrs. Olson
Tuesdays, September 17 - -October 29 4:45 - 5:15 pm Higgins Room For kindergarteners and first graders Relax with Mrs. Olson, a kindergarten teacher from GFES, after a day at school. We will read stories and do some fun activities. The Library is pleased to be able t......More
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Tuesday October 1 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Connections Networking and Career Development Group
Email to Register The Westport library 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. This group will meet the first Tuesday ......More
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Tuesday October 1 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
College Financial Aid Application Night
Register Here Julie Savino, associate vice president of student financial assistance at Sacred Heart University, will present to families about the recently redesigned FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), the sources and types of financial aid, the applicat......More
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Wednesday October 2 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Language Conversation Group: Beginner/Intermediate French
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller at j......More
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Wednesday October 2 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Anyone Can Use: Social Media for Marketing
Register Here Empower your digital marketing strategy by joining Ashley, our social media expert, on October 2 at 11 am in Brooks Place for a hands-on workshop exploring the nuances of Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok, along with cutting-edge creator tools — inc......More
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Wednesday October 2 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Tell a Yarn...
What could be better than working on your favorite knitting or crocheting project while someone reads out loud to you? Join our yarn circle/adult story time for your dose of productive relaxation! On August 7, we'll be starting Somewhere Beyond the Sea by TJ Klune. This......More
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Wednesday October 2 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Language Conversation Group: Italian
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller ......More
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Wednesday October 2 4:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Near Peer Homework Help
Staples High School students will be available in the Children’s Library for drop-in homework help. If you don't have a specific homework assignment to work on, please bring a workbook or some other material with which you need assistance. Tutors will be available betwe......More
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Wednesday October 2 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Writing Sprints with Tessa Smith McGovern
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 ......More
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Wednesday October 2 6:30pm - 9:00pm EDT
Chess Club for Adults
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 [email protected]. Need a Hobby? Sports! Sp......More
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Thursday October 3 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Children's Library Scarecrow Drop-In!
Help design our very first Children's Library scarecrow! We will use a variety of recycled fabric and natural materials to decorate the scarecrow in this fun drop-in program. Come anytime during the program and add a element to the design. Once completed, our scarecrow ......More
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Friday October 4 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Language Conversation Group: Japanese
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller ......More
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Friday October 4 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Language Conversation Group: French
This conversation group is for advanced French speakers. Participants should have some proficiency in speaking French. There is a beginner/intermediate group that meets on Wednesdays. The group will meet every Friday from 11 am-12 pm in room 210. Contact Joan McAteer at......More
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Saturday October 5 11:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Westport Volunteer Fair
Westport's nonprofit organizations come to the Library's Trefz Forum to promote volunteerism in our community. Bring your enthusiasm to share your time and talent for many worthy community causes! There will be an opportunity to speak with key staff and to sign up for v......More
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Sunday October 6 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Lego Robotics: Grades K - 1
Build and program LEGO WeDo robots! This program is for Grades K-1 and will be held in McCall Room #216. There will be two consecutive sessions on October 6: Sunday, October 6, 1:30-2:30 pm Register for 1:30-2:30 pm OR Sunday, October 6, 3-4 pm Register for 3-4 pm Ch......More
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Sunday October 6 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Lego Robotics: Grades K - 1
Build and program LEGO WeDo robots! This program is for Grades K-1 and will be held in McCall Room #216. There will be two consecutive sessions on October 6: Sunday, October 6, 1:30-2:30 pm Register for 1:30-2:30 pm OR Sunday, October 6, 3-4 pm Register for 3-4 pm Ch......More
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Monday October 7 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Rhythm and Rhyme
Mondays, August 19-October 28 10:30-11 am in the Komansky Room For ages birth to five with an adult. Please note that there will be no program on September 2 and September 23. Join us for lots of movement, songs, nursery rhymes, music, and a story. Ideal for children wh......More
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Monday October 7 2:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Sensory-Friendly Program
Register Here Mondays, October 7-28 2-2:30 pm in the Higgins Room This program is intended for children ages 2 and up with multi-sensory needs, but children of all ages and abilities are welcome. This sensory-friendly program will include a story, rhymes, songs, and a ......More
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Monday October 7 4:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Near Peer Homework Help
Staples High School students will be available in the Children’s Library for drop-in homework help. If you don't have a specific homework assignment to work on, please bring a workbook or some other material with which you need assistance. Tutors will be available betwe......More
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Tuesday October 8 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Toddler Mother Goose Time
Tuesdays, October 8 - 29 in the Higgins Room For new and emerging walkers with an adult. Nursery rhymes, stories, and play for children moving on their own. *** The Library is pleased to be able to offer free programs and events through the generous donations of pa......More
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Tuesday October 8 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Writing Sprints with Tessa Smith McGovern
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 ......More
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Tuesday October 8 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Language Conversation Group: Spanish
The language conversation groups are for those interested in practicing speaking in another language. The groups are open to all levels of experience and are are self-directed. If you are interested in starting a group in a language not offered, contact Jennifer Keller ......More
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Tuesday October 8 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Westport Library Tech Rally
Every Tuesday, Library staff and assistants will be on hand in the Trefz Forum to provide in-person support for accessing our digital resources. Our tech assistants are available to help you download our digital collections onto your devices. Please note that these sess......More
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Tuesday October 8 4:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Near Peer Homework Help
Staples High School students will be available in the Children’s Library for drop-in homework help. If you don't have a specific homework assignment to work on, please bring a workbook or some other material with which you need assistance. Tutors will be available betwe......More