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Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Markus Marty of Bike Westport met with Kings Highway Elementary 5th graders who developed a plan to add bike lanes that will reduce traffic and protect the environment—students then wrote to town officials asking for safer roads for bikers, drivers, and pedestrians. The plan, born from a classroom study of Westport’s road conditions, aims to benefit the community through improved safety and health.  06880

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Board of Education will hold an appeal hearing on May 12 at 9 a.m. at Town Hall for suspended coach Russell Oost-Lievense, but critics say key evidence may be blocked so that the process may not be fair.  06880

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Connecticut high school girls lacrosse midseason report outlines top teams and surprises in leagues like CCC, ECC and FCIAC — with players such as Brenna Romanello and Haley Mario driving strong records as teams prepare for playoffs — offering a snapshot of a competitive season.  CTPost

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 5/11/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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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.

    Sun, 5/18/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/24/25

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  • Dan Bikel: A Little Folk Music

    7-8:30 p.m. — The Westport Library — Ticket includes a complimentary drink — Experience heartfelt melodies and harmonies with local singer-songwriter Dan Bikel.

    Sat, 5/31/25

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  • Garden Terrarium Workshop

    6-7:30 p.m. — Jenni Kayne Home - Westport — Light refreshments provided — Learn to create a lush terrarium with seasonal plants in this hands-on workshop.

    Thu, 6/5/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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