In 1999 Larry Silver was in China, a guest of that country’s Foreign Affairs office.
The photographer — and Westport resident — was invited to Yangzhou, to shoot images similar to the style he had become internationally famous for.
(Photo copyright Larry Silver)
On Thursday (January 9, 6 to 8 p.m.), it will be featured at the opening reception for MoCA CT’s “On Fire: Energy, Climate, Infrastructure” exhibition.
The show — with over 50 artworks in a variety of media — explores how artists from the 1930s to today have envisioned and responded to the interrelationship of energy, infrastructure, and the environment.
The fourth annual exhibition by the Westport Public Art Collections at MoCA allows the community to experience works of art, usually on display in school and municipal buildings, in a museum setting. Click here for more information.
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A memorial service for Carole Schweid — the actor, playwright, author, and a Westport icon as co-founder and artistic director of the “Play With Your Food” lunchtime play-reading program, who died last month — is set for Sunday, January 19 (12 noon, TCS The Community Synagogue of Westport).
Carole’s many friends, fans and admirers are all welcome.
Carole Schweid
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The Westport Farmers’ Market returns to its regular post-holiday, regular Thursday winter schedule this week (January 9, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Gilbertie’s Herbs & Garden Center).
Over 30 vendors will fill the greenhouses. The WFM winter market also includes the “Get Growing” program, and educational programming.
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New to Westport? Been here a while — or even longer?
Neighbors and Newcomers of Westport has something for you.
Actually, many things.
New Year Coffee: (Wednesday, January 8, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Mrs. London’s Bakery): Fresh brew and lively conversation.
Sound Bath Experience: (January 16, 10 to 10:45 a.m., Hummingbird Healing Center): A soothing 45-minute experience, with harmonious vibrations guiding you to tranquility and renewal.
Game Night: January 17, 6:30 p.m., private home, $10): Pizza, games, BYOB and appetizer to share; laughter, connection and friendly rivalries.
Book Club: (January 23): Join with other book groups in an evening discussion of the Westport Library’s WestportREADS selection, “In the Distance.” For details, email Peggy O’Halloran: pohal@aol.com.
For more information about Neighbors and Newcomers of Westport, including how to become a member, click here.
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Looking for a fun and different Valentine’s Day celebration, a few days early?
How about a drag show, with Boston’s own, Patty Bourrée?
Westport Pride is hosting the February 8 event (7 p.m., MoCA CT; 18+ only). It features songs, comedy and cocktails. All genders and orientations welcome!
Click here for tickets ($40), and more information.
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I would have bet anything that the driver of this ridiculous-looking Cybertruck — parked in a handicap spot at the Westport Weston Family YMCA yesterday — did not have a handicap sticker.
Not surprisingly, I would have won that bet.
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Grammy nominated pianist James Weidman headlines this week’s first-of-the-year Jazz at the Post (Thursday, January 9; shows at 7:30 and 8:45 p.m.; dinner service at 7).
He’ll be joined by bassist Harvie S, drummer Steve Johns and saxophonist Greg “The Jazz Rabbi” Wall.
Click here for tickets ($20 music cover; $15 for veterans and students).
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Two days ago, Lauri Weiser photographed reflections in the pond near her Lansdowne Condominiums home.
Yesterday, the same view was a bit different.
Today, it’s our “Westport … Naturally” feature:
(Photo/Lauri Weiser)
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And finally … in honor of one of Westport’s underrated, unsung but undeniably excellent civic organizations (Neighbors & Newcomers of Westport; story above):
(Whether you’re new to our neighborhood, lived here all your life — or any time frame in between — you’re part of our online “06880” community. To support our work, please click here. Thank you!)
Anyone who illegally parks in a handicapped spot is handicapped…mentally. Time for a camera?🇺🇸
I’ve seen that “truck” parked in the handicap spot many times. Exactly what you’d expect from someone who owns one of these things.
I’m curious Dan, why didn’t you say something about the Cybertruck to the front desk at the Y? No members said anything?
What is the outcome you expect from your picture to achieve?
Cybertrucks are the ugliest vehicles ever manufactured in the history of the automotive world!!!!!!!
Further, the owner has the right to park there since the very purchase of that truck displays his/her serious handicap.