The Parks & Recreation Department is not fooling around.
As of April 1, no animals are allowed at Compo, Old Mill or Burying Hill beaches — in or out of vehicles. They’ll be allowed back October 1.
In addition, stickers are required to park at town beaches beginning May 1.
For detailed information regarding Parks & Rec policies, click here.
Sorry, guys. Your beach days are numbered. (Photo/Nicola Sharian)
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Looking to play a round?
The Longshore golf course opens next Tuesday (March 28) — weather permitting.
Head pro Jon Janik and course superintendent Brad Brown have worked hard to make sure everything is ready.
For golf course information, including advanced and same day tee time bookings, click here. Contact the Pro Shop at 203-221-0900 or 203-226-9785.
Westport residents can purchase or renew handpasses by clicking here, or in person weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Parks & Recreation office, near the first tee.
The Longshore golf course reopens next week.
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Upcoming Wakeman Town Farm events include:
Photos with Farm Animals (April 16 and 24): WTF has teamed up with photographer Ilona Musial for 2 days of outdoor photo shoots with chicks and bunnies. A portion of the proceeds go toward farm educational initiatives and scholarships for underserved populations. For more information and prices, email imusialphotography@gmail.com.
Designing a Native Landscape in Deer Country (April 17, 7 p.m.; $10): Everyone welcome nature. But deer can go overboard in our gardens. Veteran landscape designer Brid Craddock discusses deer-proof plants, and techniques she uses to keep Bambi away from native plants. Click here to register.
Learn About Canning from a Preserving Pro (June 4, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.; $125): Can you can? Whether you need a refresher or want to experiment with new flavor trends and foods safely, join master preserver Pam Lillis. Just before summer, she’ll share tips. Take home a berry jam and a stone fruit jam too. Click here to register.
Kids’ Cooking Camp (Ages 7-10; July 10-13, 9 a.m. to noon): The day begins picking organic ingredients. Students explore simple Italian cooking, Asian street food, tapas and more. Class size is limited for best experience. Click here for more information, and to register.
At Wakeman Town Farm, learn to avoid this scene. Photo/Dick Truitt)
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Amy Simon Fine Art’s new show debuts at 123 March 25.
Featured artists include Angela Lane, David Skillicorn and Laura Gurton.
It runs through April 29.
“Curves Too” — acrylic on poplar (Angela Lane)
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It’s still early spring. But it won’t be long until the trees are in bloom, the benches are filled, and this “Westport … Naturally” scene looks quite different.
(Photo/Laurie Sorensen)
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And finally … speaking of “playing a round” (see story above):
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