Good morning, Westport.

Local officials confirmed the Board of Finance unanimously voted on a $275,000 payment that may let Hook’d end its 10-year contract early, while Blu Olive plans to open soon at Railroad Place with a Mediterranean menu—volunteers finished testing Cribari Bridge lights ahead of tomorrow’s ceremony and Melissa and Doug Bernstein will be honored in the Toy Industry Hall of Fame on February 13. Additional community news includes a teaser on a future Minute Man statue project, a Homes with Hope pet food drive with a Salon Dada fundraiser, the outgoing Board of Selectwomen holding its final meeting as new members will be sworn in tomorrow at Town Hall—while Coley House gears up for World War II–era Christmas tours.

NASA predicts the Leonids meteor shower will peak on Nov.

18 with 10 to 15 meteors per hour, and residents can watch the display after midnight—find a high, dark spot away from city lights for the best view. The forecast shows mostly sunny skies with gusty winds on the viewing night.

Gray foxes are native to Connecticut—they are rarely seen and can climb trees using retractable claws.

The state’s DEEP is beginning a multi-year study and asks residents to report any sightings to help monitor their population.

Westport native Marie Fitzsimmons quit drinking on December 7th, 1967 and founded Positive Directions to offer free substance abuse counseling; this organization now helps many people.

This year, local runners Brian McGarvey, Cam Gaylord and Gianna Affi ran the New York Marathon and raised over $19,000 for the charity—continuing a legacy of mental health support.

Winter Wreath Workshop at Jenni Kayne

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Jenni Kayne Home - Westport — All materials included — Get crafty and festive by creating a beautiful winter wreath with seasonal florals.

Silvermine Holiday Sale & Fundraiser

5-8 p.m. — Silvermine Arts Center — Free entry — Discover unique handmade gifts and enjoy festive fun as you kick off the holiday season.

CraftWestport 2025

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Staples High School — $0 - $13 — Explore unique crafts and artwork from 175 American artists and makers at this vibrant shopping event.