Today marks the start of a new Westport tradition.
The Soundview Summer Stroll starts at 11 a.m. The entire beach exit road — from the parking lot to the Compo Road South jetty — will be closed to traffic.
Without cars, it will be filled with music, food, kids’ activities — and people “strolling,” rollerblading, meeting old friends, making new ones, and enjoying Compo Beach in a new, exciting and very fun way.
“06880” founder Dan Woog promotes Westport’s newest tradition.
The Soundview Summer Stroll grew out of the annual fireworks. Why, “06880” wondered, did so much community spirit have to be confined to one day a year?
The Soundview Stroll is co-sponsored by “06880” and the Compo Beach Improvement Association. The Compo Beach Playground Committee is in charge of kids’ fun. The Parks & Recreation Department, and Westport Police, signed on early, and have provided great support.
The family-friendly street festival is a gift to Westport, from “06880” and the Compo Beach Improvement Association. We’ve got help from the Parks & Recreation Department and Westport Police.
Here’s the schedule for youngsters, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.:
- On the hour: Tug of war
- 20 minutes after: Water balloon toss
- 40 minutes after: Inflatable relay race.
Here’s the musical lineup:
- 11:30 a.m.: Christian Servance
- 12:30 p.m.: Drew Angus and the Connecticut Songwriters Alliance
- 1:45 p.m.: School of Rock
- 3 p.m.: Rock Paper Soul.
Old Mill Grocery & Deli will offer favorites from their menu.
Best of all: The Soundview Summer Stroll is free! (NOTE: A beach emblem is required to park.)
Bring your strolling shoes. See you from 11 to 5 today, up and down the beach exit road.
