Good morning, Westport.

Basso, a cherished local restaurant — after nearly 19 years, will close on Thursday, Dec.

18, while Naya, a fast-casual Middle Eastern spot, opens Wednesday at the Gold’s half of Compo Shopping Center. The community also observed National Wreaths Across America Day at Greens Farms Cemetery.

Chabad of Westport invites community members to join a Hanukkah celebration tonight with a car menorah parade (5 p.m.) and a 6-foot ice menorah lighting after a 5:30 p.m. ice carving demonstration in Westport.

Photos captured this weekend's Candlelight Concert — featuring alumni joining current singers — as they performed the 'Hallelujah Chorus' for an appreciative audience.

The images highlight a vibrant evening of music in Westport.

Westport will negotiate a $275,000 buyout to end the lease for Hook'd on the Sound at Compo Beach Road; the town still seeks approval from the Representative Town Meeting and the Board of Selectmen, with the final deal due by Dec.

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44th Annual Production of The Nutcracker

1-3 p.m. — Staples High School — $35 — Experience the joy of a timeless holiday ballet featuring talented Academy students and professional dancers.

The Nutcracker: Annual Production

2-4 p.m. — Staples High School — $35 — Experience a holiday classic performed by talented Academy students and professionals.

Battle of the Bands Competition

7-11 p.m. — The Westport Library — $500 grand prize — Cheer on Fairfield County's top teen and college bands as they compete for the title.