Good morning, Westport.

Westport events include the CraftWestport fundraiser at Staples High School on December 6 and 7 with over 165 local makers, the Cardz Against Cancer trading card project by Staples juniors donating half their proceeds to childhood cancer research, the Westport Country Playhouse’s Playhouse Playmakers for grades 6 to 8 starting October 12, and a record-setting performance by the Staples boys varsity golf team. The community also hosts today’s Rotary Club LobsterFest at Compo Beach and an interactive exhibit at the Weston History & Culture Center opening on October 5.

StoryFest ’25 will add a musical element this October when the Westport Library hosts a screening of Bonnie Blue: James Cotton’s Life in the Blues at 6:30 p.m. on October 17—followed by a concert with the James Montgomery Blues Band, Christine Ohlman, and local saxophonist Crispin Cioe. The festival runs October 13 to 20 and features author signings, panel discussions, and a memoir debut.

UConn football beat Ball State 31-25 on Saturday, Sept 20 — with receiver Skyler Bell recording a career-high 14 catches and running back Cam Edwards rushing for 194 yards and two touchdowns — to snap a two-game losing streak.

The team also converted all five fourth-down attempts to secure the win.

Make Tracks Walk/5K Run for Kids with Cancer

9-11 a.m. — Sherwood Island State Park — Registration fee applies — Participate in the 11th Annual Walk/Run supporting children battling cancer in Connecticut.

Oyster Festival on the Sound

6-8 p.m. — Copps Island Oysters by Norm Bloom & Son, LLC — Ticket required — Savor fresh local oysters and a buffet while enjoying stunning waterfront views.

Rhythm and Rhyme

10:30-11:00 a.m. — The Westport Library — Free entry — Enjoy a lively session of movement, nursery rhymes, and storytelling for young children.

Story Fun with Miss Jessica

4:30-5:00 p.m. — The Westport Library — Free entry — Enjoy engaging stories and fun activities for kindergarteners and first graders with Miss Jessica.

Tummy Time for Babies

9:30-10:00 a.m. — The Westport Library — Free entry — Engage pre-walking babies with songs, fingerplays, and bouncing during this playful session.

Create a Spooky Book Nook

5-6 p.m. — The Westport Library — Free entry — Craft a miniature spooky scene in a diorama to fit between your bookshelf books.

10th Annual Air Cooled Classic Car Show

9 AM – 2 PM — Veteran's Green, 109 Myrtle Ave, Westport, CT — $25 per car — A showcase of air cooled vehicles with bike tours, vintage displays, and family activities.

Murder Mystery Campfire

7-9 p.m. — Earthplace — Members $45 | Non-Members $50 — Participate in a live-action mystery under the stars as you solve a thrilling whodunnit by the campfire.