Good morning, Westport.

April is financial literacy month, and Mike Chadwick of Fiscal Wisdom Wealth Management advises Westport residents to track income and spending to find ways to save.

Chadwick said careful budgeting (such as opening a high-yield savings account) may help families build long-term financial stability.

Westport has set up a new Fair Rent Commission to help tenants contest unfair rent increases, unsafe conditions, and extra fees, with five members appointed by First Selectwoman Jen Tooker.

The board—led by administrator Michele Onofrio—was formed after a state law change now requires such commissions in communities with over 25,000 residents and no complaints have been filed yet.

The judiciary committee finished its final hearing today on a bill to limit police from handcuffing children under 14—allowing officers to use them only when safety demands.

The committee also approved tougher penalties for reckless driving over 100 mph and increased punishments for street takeovers ahead of the general assembly’s vote.

Mugs on Main is an east end coffee shop that serves coffee and offers a trendy dinner menu and creative cocktails—News 12’s Erin Colton visited the shop on April 10 to highlight its offerings.

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.

GFA Dragon Dash

12:45 – 4:45 PM — 35 Beachside Ave, Westport, CT — Registration fee applies — Experience a scenic and family-friendly 5K run or walk in the GFA community.

Mother's Day 2025 Celebration

4 course dining experience — 11:30 a.m. — The Cottage — $95 Prix Fixe — Celebrate Mom with a delightful culinary journey crafted by Chef Brian Lewis.