Westport
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Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Minuteman Yacht Club is celebrating 60 years by hosting social gatherings at Ned Dimes Marina in Westport, welcoming anyone regardless of boat ownership. The club honors local history (its name reflects Revolutionary War heritage) and offers events like cocktail parties and clambakes. 06880
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A CT movie featuring an actor from Impractical Jokers premieres today with a red carpet event, stand-up comedy from Johnny Launonen + a question-and-answer session with the cast and crew at a local venue. CTPost
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Marty Erdheim was named winner of the Westport Library's Jackie Robinson Essay Contest on April 15 and received four tickets to a New York Mets game, while three other top writers earned additional prizes (the contest is part of the library’s Common Ground Initiative). Westport Journal
- ➤ 11-year-old Westport twins Lisette and Leonie Kalra created an AI website to combat loneliness after winning the state Presidential AI challenge in middle school. They plan to take their project national if they advance from regionals — aiming to spread kindness using everyday tech. News 12 Connecticut
- ➤ Gov. Lamont signed an executive order on Thursday, April 16 to form a Blue-Ribbon Commission on K-12 Education Funding and Accountability—tasked with reviewing school funding and suggesting at least a $100 million boost from his $500 million affordability fund. The commission will present its strategic plan by Jan. 15. The Hour
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UConn added Najai Hines, a 6-foot-10 center from Seton Hall, to bolster its frontcourt following his campus visit on Tuesday and commitment on Wednesday night — the Huskies plan to add more post players through the transfer portal. The Hour
- ➤ The Staples boys lacrosse team rallied to beat top-ranked New Canaan 11-8 on Thursday, Apr. 16 in Westport, led by Hunter Pallai’s five goals and two assists as the team closed with a nine-goal second-half surge. The Hour
- ➤ The Connecticut Sun finalized key roster moves for their final season in Connecticut by signing Houston native Brittney Griner and adding promising draft picks through training camp contracts. The team is set to start summer training camp Sunday as it prepares for a move to Houston next year. The Hour
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6th Annual Fashionably Westport
7-10 p.m. — The Westport Library — Tickets benefit Homes with Hope — Experience a fabulous runway show featuring local styles and celebrities.
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HAYVN Health Summit: Empowered Strength
4:30-8 p.m. — HAYVN Coworking — $15-$250 — Explore health and wellness insights from local experts while networking with the community.
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Terrarium Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — Jenni Kayne Home - Westport — Light refreshments served — Create your own lush garden terrarium for outdoor entertaining.
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