There is a new site in town! Check out the Westport Connecticut Directory. Featuring comprehensive listings of all area businesses – this site is unique in that it is created by you, the readers. If you want a bit of free publicity for your organization or event – just fill out one of the submission forms or email the webmaster, it is very easy!

You can even share some pictures or stories about a day spent at Compo Beach with the kids. Kind of like a facebook for Westport – how fun is that?!

Anyhow – be sure and head over, sign up for the free newsletter, and give a big shout to the enterprising folks that are putting this together. Building community is what it’s all about.

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Westport Summer Camp

Westport summer camp is on our minds even as the snow continues to fall outside. As crazy as it seems, advance planning key to getting into some of the more popular camps. While this list is by no means comprehensive, I have compiled a collection of area offerings for kids. I am trying to concentrate [...]

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Westport Snow Hotline

The Westport Snow Hotline number – for all those that have asked is (203)341-1SNO – translated that means (203)341-1766 .
With the kind of winter that we have been having that is a good one to know. For all students in the public schools the new system generally will call you with delay and cancellation information [...]

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The Mikado in Southport Connecticut

Westport kids between the ages of 5 and 17 are invited to attend The Mikado Operetta at the Pequot Library in Southport.
This concert is part of the 2008 Free Young Persons’ Concert series and is presented by Music for Youth and the Pequot Library.
When: Saturday, September 20, 2008 at 2:00 pm
Where: Trinity Church 651 Pequot [...]

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Instrument Consignment Sale in Fairfield CT

Instruments for budding musicians in Westport Connecticut can cost a pretty penny – especially if there is more than one child in the family. So, the Music Parents Association of the Fairfield High Schools is holding an instrument consignment sale.
Event: Instrument Consignment Sale
Where: Fairfield Warde High School, cash or check only
When: Saturday September 13 from [...]

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School’s Out!

Today was the last day of school in Westport Connecticut! The kids are excited and the parents – well, it’s a mixed bag. I know that I am now filling in the blanks, if you will.
My kids are already registered for the camps/activities that they really wanted to do. But there are still large chunks [...]

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Westport Schools 2 Hour Delay Today

Westport Public Schools are on a 2 hour delay today, Wednesday June 11, 2008. Due to last night’s storm, there are many downed tree limbs blocking various roads so buses cannot pass. For more information call the Westport School District hotline at (203) 341 – 1SNO.

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Free iPods for Students at Apple

This is not specifically related to Westport Kids, but I wanted to let you know that Apple has begun an awesome promotion for students.
Buy a Mac for college and get a free iPod touch. Order online and get free shipping.

Now through September 15, 2008 if you buy a Mac computer for your student you [...]

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Pinocchio: The Musical at Sacred Heart

Pinnocchio: The Musical is coming to a town near Westport Connecticut! Presented by the Connecticut Family Theatre and Sacred Heart University’s Edgerton Center for the Performing Arts Pinocchio: The Musical is a wonderful show for children of all ages.
When: Saturday, May 24, 2008 at 2:00pm
Where: at the Edgerton Center on the campus of Sacred Heart [...]

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The Music Shop Opera in Norwalk

The Music Shop will be performed by the Connecticut Opera for children in grades 3 to 12. This performance is free and is a wonderful introduction to the world and art of opera.
Where: Norwalk Branch Library at 10 Washington Street in Norwalk
When: Tuesday May 20 at 6:45 pm
For more information visit the Norwalk Library website.

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Weston Memorial Day Fair

Looking for something to do over Memorial Day weekend with the kids? The Weston Memorial Day Fair may just be the answer.
Taking place at the Hurlbutt Elementary School in Weston Connecticut on Saturday May 24 to Monday May 26, 2008, the Weston Memorial Day Fair has something for everyone. There will be rides, games, and [...]

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