Good morning, Westport.

On April 3, TEAM Westport met to discuss a rise in local antisemitic incidents — concerns that emerged ahead of singer Patti Smith’s VersoFest appearance at the Westport Library that evening; a protest by #EndJewHatred occurred at 5:45 p.m. outside the library amid reports of hate-speech incidents in schools.

Last December, Weston History & Culture Center (WHCC) received a $25,000 grant to create the planned exhibit Weston at Work in Coley Barn, but the Department of Government Efficiency cancelled it last Wednesday as it repurposed its funds for a new direction.

The cancellation has forced WHCC to raise an additional $75,000 to complete the project (its planned opening in October is now uncertain) since it relies solely on grants, donations, memberships, and sponsorships.

Two community programs on substance abuse are planned next week as part of National Public Health Week; one event is an online forum on alcohol at 7 p.m. Monday, April 7 and the other is a training on drug overdose response at Town Hall Room 201 at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 9 — both are co-sponsored by the Aspetuck Health District, Westport Prevention Coalition and Positive Directions to increase public awareness.

Gang of Four Book Talk with Jon King

6:30-8:00 p.m. — The Westport Library — $30 — Explore Jon King's memoir and hear stories from the iconic British band Gang of Four.

Vendor Pop-Up Shop & Art Show

5:30-8 p.m. — The J House Greenwich — $15 — Discover local artistry and enjoy a taste of spring essentials with a glass of wine.

Birding Walk with Anthony Zemba

8-9 a.m. — Earthplace — $10 Suggested Donation — Explore the vibrant avian life along the Earthplace trails with a certified ecologist.