Good morning, Westport.

Representative Town Meeting member Andrew Colabella filed a request with the Planning - Zoning Department to amend the open space zone for a new fenced off-leash dog area at Winslow Park.

Residents are encouraged to share feedback through a posted survey or an additional survey set up by park regulars.

Rick Redniss, principal planner and former president of Redniss and Mead, discussed affordable housing and land use during a chat at the Library stage in Westport, highlighting his firm’s local design work in residential, commercial, and public spaces.

A coordinated swatting hoax triggered a lockdown at Bedford Middle School and restricted movement at Staples High School yesterday between 10:30 a.m. and noon; Superintendent Scarice said police and school officials will review the response to improve emergency plans.

Bonnie Raitt will headline the annual Levitt Pavilion gala at 7 p.m. on August 9—tickets go on sale to the public Friday, June 19 at 10 a.m. Proceeds fund over 50 nights of free concerts from now through October.

Violinist Sara Caswell will perform this Thursday at VFW Post 399 on Riverside Ave as part of the Jazz at the Post series.

Dinner is served at 7 p.m. and musical sets start at 7:30 and 8:45 p.m.—ticket prices range from $10 to $20 with discounts for students and veterans.

A new exhibition celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence debuts Thursday, June 11 in Norwalk at the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum — featuring Patriot ancestors with a reception from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and open through Oct.

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Westport Country Playhouse will present Get Happy! on June 17 when Jenna Pastuszek pays tribute to Judy Garland by performing hits and sharing stories about her lasting legacy.

Staples Players revived Les Misérables last fall with directors Roth and Long — retired media instructor Jim Honeycutt now offers a 30-minute condensed recording of the show and updates on former cast members finding success in various fields.

Tony Award-winning actor James Naughton will lead 'The Revolution Will Not Be Televised' at 6 p.m. today at the Pequot Library auditorium — part of the Unfinished Revolution exhibit featuring historic documents — and join Michael Tucker, Jill Eikenberry, Mia Dillon, and Nathan Anthony Hinton.

Mia Chatterjee emerged as a leader for Staples girls rugby while earning Scholar-Athlete honors after overcoming personal challenges, including her mother's fight against cancer; she will begin law studies at Lafayette College this fall.

Much Ado About Nothing for Kids

2-3 p.m. — The Westport Library — Free entry — Experience an engaging family-friendly performance of Shakespeare's classic play adapted for kids.

3rd Annual Golf Tournament

7:30 a.m. — Birchwood Country Club — $495-$2,350 — Swing for a cause with golf, Mahjong, and Canasta while supporting the historic Westport Country Playhouse.

A Journey Through Westport History

6-7:30 p.m. — MoCA\CT — RSVP required — Celebrate the release of Bob Weingarten's new book and explore Westport's rich history over drinks and light bites.

Levitt Pavilion Children’s Series

7-8 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion — Free entry — Enjoy award-winning children’s music performances by acclaimed artists in a beautiful outdoor setting.