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Saturday, April 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, community gardeners began clearing the Westport Community Gardens ahead of an April 30 deadline to create space for a multipurpose athletic field as part of the Long Lots Elementary School construction project. Chairman Louis Weinberg said the gardens are an essential part of the local ecosystem—one that will be difficult to replace. News 12 Connecticut
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Saugatuck Congregational Church and the Y’s Men of Westport/Weston will host a free musical event on Sunday, April 27th at 4 p.m. where acclaimed concert pianists Dr. Liang-Fang Chang and Dr. Uriel Tsachor will perform on the church’s Steinway grand piano and answer questions from the audience + host a reception. Westport Local
- ➤ Westport’s Minute Man statue was dedicated in June 1910 by Harry Daniel Webster to honor the April 25 Battle of Compo Hill when British troops landed at Compo Beach and local fighters defended the town using hunting guns—its spot near Compo Road helps both longtime and new residents remember Westport’s brave past. 06880
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Scientists at Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station expect spotted lanternflies to hatch in early May due to warmer weather, with more insects anticipated in Fairfield and New Haven counties. They urge farmers and homeowners to use preventive measures (like applying insecticides and removing egg masses) to help control this invasive species. CT Insider
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Westport Transit District is expanding its Wheels2U service by adding new hours and stops for riders to reach the Senior Center, Farmers’ Market and Jesup Green. Riders can book a $2 ride via the Wheels2U app—at least 20 minutes ahead—on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. while funding is under review and may be cut on June 30. 06880
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ SCC and FCIAC have scheduled 16 season-opening basketball games each for girls and boys — the girls will play on December 12 and the boys on December 15. Teams including Sheehan and Fairfield Warde will meet again in contests arranged to provide balanced competition. CTPost
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Holi Festival Celebration
12-3 p.m. — City Center Green — Free entry — Celebrate the Festival of Colors with joyful festivities and vibrant powders marking the arrival of spring.
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Westport Dog Festival
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Winslow Park — $10 per person, $30 per family of 4 — Join in on pet-friendly fun with competitions, food trucks, and adoptables.
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Weston Memorial Day Weekend 5K Run
7:45-10:30 AM — Weston High School — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Memorial Day with a fun 5K run open to all levels of runners and walkers.
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