Good morning, Westport.

Saturday night, MoCA/CT hosted the Endless Summer fundraiser in Westport where art lovers and community members gathered to support the museum and raised over $100,000.

The gallery featured a Brazilian vibe—Tod Papageorge: At the Beach exhibition that will run until Oct. 26.

Today, 06880 launches a new feature called Students Speak — a place for Westport and Weston high school students to share their real thoughts about life.

Staples High School senior Griffin Delmhorst is the first to speak, sharing his views on school work and his place in the community.

Connecticut public schools—including Westport—will be closed today for Rosh Hashanah so that families can observe synagogue services and traditional celebrations.

Residents mark the new year with prayers, shofar blasts, and apple slices dipped in honey for a sweet start.

Westport residents who meet income guidelines for the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program can apply for heating bill help starting Oct.

1, 2025—existing applicants will get mail instructions while first-time applicants must call the Department of Human Services at 203-341-1050.

Connecticut’s Department of Consumer Protection has proposed changes to the Unfair Trade Practices Act that will require digital ads to clearly disclose all fees on consumer products and motor vehicles.

The revisions—updating rules set in the 1970s and 1980s—will be reviewed by the attorney general’s office and a legislative committee before they can take effect July 1.

Governor Ned Lamont said the Revolution Wind project will resume following a U.S. District Court ruling that lifted the stop work order—halted over the summer for national security reasons.

The offshore wind project, nearly 80% complete and designed to power 350,000 homes, will soon help lower energy bills for local families.

Westoberfest returns on October 4 at downtown Westport’s Sigrid Schulz Plaza from noon to 6 p.m.—the festival will offer local and regional craft beers, cocktails, mocktails, live music, and family activities including face painting, pumpkin decorating, and a petting zoo by Kelly’s Kids.

On Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, Windsor’s Jason Pinnock helped the unbeaten San Francisco 49ers win 16-15 over the Arizona Cardinals with three solo tackles & his performance kept his team at the top.

Four former Connecticut standouts played in NFL games, but only Pinnock was part of a victory.

Staples field hockey team had a strong weekend at the Max High School National Invitational at the Proving Grounds in Conshohocken—defeating Kingsway Regional 3—1 on Saturday and blanking First Colonial 3—0 on Sunday.

The undefeated team is now 8—0 and will visit Darien on Sept. 25 at 6 p.m. and host St. Joseph on Sept. 29 at 4 p.m.

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.