Westport’s Summer Calendar: Community, Sports, and Culture
A sunny Saturday in early June turned Green’s Farms Church into a bustling block party, where families gathered around food trucks, live music and a lineup of games designed for every age group.
Just a day later, the spotlight shifted to the baseball diamond as Staples High School’s varsity team prepared to face Trumbull in the state championship game, scheduled for noon on Saturday, a match that has the town’s sports fans buzzing.
Across the globe, the World Cup kicked off with Mexico taking on South Africa at three in the afternoon, while the United States gearing up for its own contest against Paraguay in Los Angeles later that evening, a reminder that Westport’s residents are watching the tournament from both local parks and living rooms.
Later in the week, the Board of Education convened on Thursday to honor retiring staff, student representatives and PTA co‑presidents, while also reviewing a series of reports and contract proposals that will shape the district’s upcoming budget.
Meanwhile, the Westport Community Theatre opened its doors for the run of 'The Matchmaker' from June 12 through June 28, offering a fresh take on the classic comedy that draws both longtime patrons and newcomers to the stage.
On June 13, the town’s Riverwalk became a knitting haven as participants celebrated Worldwide Knit in Public Day, gathering under the shade of the library’s outdoor space to stitch, chat and share patterns.
In a heartfelt gesture of community support, Homes with Hope received a donated vehicle for Susie’s House, a resource that will help young women in the area secure reliable transportation to work and school.
Police reports indicate four custodial arrests and a series of citations were issued between early June, underscoring ongoing public safety efforts amid the town’s busy event calendar.
The community also mourned the loss of Richard ‘Bud’ Farquhar, a longtime Westport fixture who passed away at 93; his celebration of life is set for June 12 in Redlands, California, drawing friends and family from across the state.
Even the natural world made a cameo when a wasp nest was spotted beneath a mailbox on Eno Lane, a small but notable reminder of the town’s ‘Westport … Naturally’ series that highlights local wildlife.