with Friends of the Westport Library(FOWL) President, Sue Branco and Board Member Bill Glasgall

Free kits available, one per child, beginning Tuesday, October 13 during Library hours. Registration is not needed. Kits are available while supplies last. Contact the Westport Free Library at 508-636-1100 for more information.

Westport Library’s Huge Annual Book Sale Begins Saturday, Sept. 12th Don't miss FOWL's annual Book Sale fundraiser for the Westport Free Public Library. Have fun choosing from over 10,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. The Book Sale will begin on Saturday, Sept. 12th, from 9am to 5pm in the Community Room of the Westport Library and will continue during Library hours the following week. Preview night for Friends of Westport Library members is Friday Sept. 11th, from 5:30 pm to 8 pm

Westport Library’s Huge Annual Book Sale Begins Saturday, Sept. 12th Don't miss FOWL's annual Book Sale fundraiser for the Westport Free Public Library. Have fun choosing from over 10,000 books, CDs, and DVDs. The Book Sale will begin on Saturday, Sept. 12th, from 9am to 5pm in the Community Room of the Westport Library and will continue during Library hours the following week. Preview night for Friends of Westport Library members is Friday Sept. 11th, from 5:30 pm to 8 pm

There's No Place Like Home, is an exhibit by Westport resident and photographer Steve Connors. As a child, Steve and his family spent summers on the Westport River and Horseneck Beach. He has been capturing Westport’s coastal beauty ever since. In this exhibition, Steve showcases some iconic and luminous landscapes, river views, and captivating wildlife shots, all taken over the years along our unique south coast. There's still time, so visit the Manton Room at the Library u

The Westport Library was filled on Thursday evening for an exceptional program featuring a diverse array of classical music performed by a quartet from the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra. The audience enjoyed an hour of expertly played music, from Mozart's The Hunt to Strum by Jessie Montgomery, Gershwin's Lullaby, and concluding with an energetic rendition of Wood Works Tunes by the Danish String Quartet. The performance by the talented musicians EmmaLee Holmes-Hicks (violin

The concert will take place in the Manton Room at the Library. It is a free event, and registration is not required. Simply come and enjoy wonderful music in a comfortable, air-conditioned environment.

I'll be honest with you about something. When I first got involved with FOWL (the Friends of Westport Library), I wasn't sure what I'd find. I spend my professional life in the world of business systems, technology strategy, and organizational leadership. I'm used to thinking in terms of scale, efficiency, impact metrics. A small-town library volunteer organization didn't seem like obvious territory for someone with those instincts. I was wrong. Westport Library Circulation D

Be sure to catch this timely and thrilling one-woman performance honoring a hero of the Revolutionary War. This 1-hour event is brought to you by History At Play, offering an immersive living history experience. Judith Kaloura, a historian and actress, depicts the life of Deborah Sampson, the first woman to fight and be honorably discharged from the American Military. This event is free. All are welcome and registration is not required. Sponsored by the Friends of Westport

Join us Tuesday, August 4th at 2 p.m. at the Westport Library. With professional Q260 Latex Twisty Balloons, discover how to create your own balloon animals! It's as simple as fold, pinch, and twist! This workshop, lasting 45-60 minutes, is designed for participants aged 7 and up; hands should be big enough to hold and twist the balloons. Younger siblings can join, but they will require parental assistance! Parents are encouraged to participate in twisting as well. Individual

Let’s be honest. Who doesn’t like a beach read? Even my husband, a history buff, has read more Elin Hilderbrand novels than I have. What makes them so appealing? Beach reads are popular because they're engaging, easy to follow, and perfect for relaxing. They typically feature fast-paced plots, memorable characters, and satisfying endings, making them easy to enjoy even with distractions. It's why you get sucked in so quickly and then can't put it down! Publishers releas

When most people picture a public library, they picture shelves of books, quiet reading tables, and maybe a newspaper rack. That's still there. But the Westport Free Public Library in 2026 is quietly operating as one of the most robust digital resource centers in the region, and almost nobody outside of the staff knows everything it actually offers. Let me change that. The Libby App: Free Ebooks and Audiobooks Download the Libby app on your phone or tablet. Connect your Westp

Friends of Westport Library Annual Summer Paperback Sale Our summer paperback sale of adult fiction returns for 2026 on Saturday, July 11 – Saturday, July 25. Browse our collection of paperbacks to read for the remaining summer days while travelling, at the beach and in a cozy spot wherever you may be. The sale includes larger softcovers, a format in which many authors and literary fiction continue to be published. These gently used books are a bargain at $3.00. Visit duri

Currently on display in the Library foyer: The Missing Man Table, also known as the "Fallen Comrade Table," is a poignant symbol of remembrance and respect for those who have served in the military and are missing in action or have fallen in battle. This ceremonial table is often set up during military functions, memorial services, and other events to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of this country's f

Book Donations for our Annual Book Sale - To date, our dedicated volunteers have meticulously sorted through and organized well over 200 boxes of books in preparation for our highly anticipated upcoming book sales. These donations, which include not only books but also a variety of media such as DVDs, CDs, and vinyl records, are currently being stored in a secure ‘pod’ located on the library grounds until the sale begins. We are excited to announce that we will continue to ac

Washington Crossing the Delaware Commemorating the 250TH Anniversary of the Founding of this Country. This year marks a significant milestone as we celebrate not only the birth of our nation but also the remarkable journey that has unfolded over the past two and a half centuries. On this day, we reflect on the values of freedom, democracy, and independence that were eloquently articulated in the Declaration of Independence in 1776. The Fourth of July serves as a powerful remi

Plant a Seed with Reading is Magic! Reading is Magic demonstrates how inspiration may be found in a book; how a story may change the course of one’s life. Offering his own magical journey as inspiration to others, Ed's journey, and inspiration, started with the first Harry Potter story way back in 1998! His inspiration? Albus Dumbledore! That is when “Ed” decided to become “Ed the Wizard” and become a full time Wizard! ​ Reading is Magic is a fun, energetic, 45 minu

There's a particular kind of loneliness that comes with not being able to leave the house easily. For older adults in Westport who've lived here for decades, who remember when Old County Road was quieter, who watched the town grow and change, losing easy access to a place like the library is a real loss. Books and stories aren't just entertainment. They're company. They're stimulation. They're a thread to the world outside. The Westport Free Public Library has a solution for

There's a loneliness epidemic in this country that doesn't get talked about enough in small towns, because small towns are supposed to be immune to it. But the truth is, isolation happens everywhere, especially for retirees whose schedules suddenly emptied, for parents whose social world shrank to playdates and pickup lines, for anyone who moved here from somewhere else and is still finding their footing. The Happy Hobbies & Cozy Crafts Club at the Westport Free Public Librar