Good morning, Westport.

At Westport Library yesterday, StartUp Westport honored Mark Shapiro as Innovator of the Year and Bill and Andrea Pecoriello as Community Impact Innovator with awards that spotlight their leadership and community service—Shapiro, president of TKO Group Holdings, spoke about learning from mistakes while the Pecoriellos explained how Sweet P Bakery has grown since 2019 to train adults with disabilities.

A fourth home was added to the third annual Historic Homes of 06880 tour scheduled for Sunday, November 2 from 1 to 4 p.m. at 221 Greens Farms Road — built in 1904 by Frederick Bedford, this Colonial Revival home will offer visitors a close look at Westport’s history as part of a ticketed event sponsored by KMS Team at Compass.

TV show creator Shonda Rhimes praised living in Connecticut during her guest appearance on Call Her Daddy and recalled crying in a Costco parking lot after joining as a member—she said the local vibe feels much different than in Los Angeles.

Rhimes will speak at Westport Library's StoryFest on Oct. 20 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of her memoir, Year of Yes.

West Rocks middle school held its second student vs. staff soccer game on October 9 to raise funds for its growing dual-language program in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month—students won 5-0.

Connecticut DEEP urged residents to follow best practices to avoid conflicts with black bears this fall — after nearly 40 bear home entries were recorded in 16 towns so far, officials stress that locking garbage and removing food attractants can keep people, pets and property safe.

Local Planning & Zoning Commission members, business owners and residents opposed a pre-application that would cut 40 parking spaces from Parker Harding Plaza during an Oct 9 meeting—Public Works Director Pete Ratkiewich said he will try a parking management strategy to offset the loss while a lawsuit challenges the change affecting Main Street workers.

Darien’s standout softball pitcher Vivian Knott committed to Stanford University after an early October visit — a decision backed by her 11-2 record and 0.27 ERA from last season — and she earned GametimeCT First Team All-State honors.

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.

Reservoir Run Half Marathon

8:20 a.m.–12:00 p.m. — Weston High School — Proceeds benefit local charity — Run for a great cause and enjoy the scenic route across the finished bridge.