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Hey there, Westport! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Westport businesses are turning October shopping into vital cancer support
  • What's in Westport's newly approved $17.7 million schools capital plan?
  • Which TV stars are coming to Westport Country Playhouse Monday night?

Also on today's calendar: The Bard At Bristow - An Immersive Stroll and 13 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Cooler; a p.m. shower or two, with a high of 63 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Monday: A steady breeze with sunshine, temps: high: 71, low: 45.
  • Tuesday: Sunshine, with a high of 64 and low of 42 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Westport raises Pink Aid flag to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month (news12.com) — Westport kicked off Breast Cancer Awareness Month by raising the Pink Aid flag at Jessup Green, honoring a nonprofit founded in town that has given over $16 million to patients nationwide. Local leaders and residents highlighted community support, and many Westport businesses will donate a portion of October proceeds to help underserved breast cancer patients.
   

• Schools capital plan approved (westportjournal.com) — Westport's school board has advanced a $17.7 million capital plan that includes air conditioning Staples High School's field house, gym, locker rooms, and fitness center, plus upgrades to Bedford Middle School science labs and the Staples auditorium. Some athletic field and girls' team room projects are being reconsidered as part of a broader master plan to avoid wasted spending and construction delays.
   

• Wendie Malick and Tony Shalhoub Will Lead Reading of Portrait of a Woman in Repose (playbill.com) — Westport theatergoers can see Wendie Malick and Tony Shalhoub at Westport Country Playhouse on October 5, when the Script in Hand series marks its 100th reading with Portrait of a Woman in Repose. The 7 p.m. playreading costs $35 and highlights the Playhouse's long-running commitment to new and engaging work.
   

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🪧 Patch Classifieds

  • FCDS Open House - Saturday, October 17
    Confidence. Curiosity. Character. It all starts with the right foundation. Discover how Fairfield Country Day School helps boys grow into capable,... (More info)
  • Learn How To Dance! Ballroom Lessons for Beginners.
    Ballroom Elegance Dance Studio of Westport CT offers beginners friendly Ballroom and Latin private dance lessons, classes and social dance parties... (More info)

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Something Special is Coming to Westport... —Linda Raymond Read on Patch
  • 39th Annual Autumn Arts & Fine Crafts Show at Historic Merwinsville Hotel —Lori Meehan Read on Patch
  • St. Vincent's Medical Center Blood Drive on Monday —Hartford HealthCare Read on Patch
  • 39th Annual Autumn Arts & Fine Crafts Show at Historic Merwinsville Hotel —Lori Meehan Read on Patch
  • Hi Fairfield County Neighbors!
    MULTI-NEIGHBORS TAG SALE SAT, OCTOBER 3 COMPO ROAD SOUTH, WESTPORT (past Greens Farms Rd, #200s) 9a-3p FUN NEIGHBORS, FUN STUUUUFFFF! (Nextdoor Compo)
  • TJX posted a job opening for Store Cleaning Associate in Westport. Apply here.
  • Michaels posted a job opening for Retail Sales Manager in Westport. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Westport here.

🗞 Nearby News

Norwalk

  • Why this proposed Norwalk car dealership would be appointment-only (ctpost.com)
  • Dominique Johnson (ct.gov)
  • Two arrested in narcotics investigation in Norwalk (newportdispatch.com)

Fairfield

  • Fairfield hosting inaugural Capalbo Strong Walk for pediatric cancer research on Sunday (ctinsider.com)

Ok Westport! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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