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Marianne Liberatore Concert

Marianne Liberatore Concert

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Program Type:

Music

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Join us for an unforgettable evening of extraordinary talent at the Final Round of the 2026 Marianne Liberatore Memorial Instrumental Competition — where some of Connecticut and Westchester’s finest high school musicians compete for top honors!

Concerto finalists

GCTYO's Concerto Competition

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Program Type:

Music

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Be wowed by GCTYO’s most accomplished musicians as they vie for a $500 prize and the chance to perform as soloist at the Spring Concert! The GCTYO Concerto Competition is open to Principal Orchestra musicians in GCTYO only. Admission is free.

Out of the Vault

Out of the Vault: Selections from Pequot Library’s Americana Collection

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Program Type:

America250

Age Group:

Adults
Registration will close on February 3, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: America250
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Special Collections Staff for a behind-the-scenes look at items from Pequot Library’s renowned collection of rare books and manuscripts.

Take Your Child

Take Your Child to the Library Day

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

Visit Pequot Library for a fun-filled day! Don't forget to sign your children up for a library card at the Circulation Desk.

Make sure to catch the two amazing programs we've planned for the day:

Chris Newell

Meet the Author Jr. | Chris Newell

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Program Type:

Author Talk

Age Group:

Everyone
Registration will close on February 7, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Author Talk
Registration Required
Event Details:

What would life have been like if you lived during the American Revolution? What would you have eaten? Which side would you have fought on?

Abigail and John Adams

An Evening with Henry Adams

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Program Type:

America250

Age Group:

Adults
Registration will close on February 10, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: America250
Registration Required
Event Details:

Henry Adams, fourth-generation descendant of John and Abigail Adams, will explore the rise of his family dynasty established by the second American president.

Lindsay Stewart

Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic with Dr. Lindsey Stewart | A Virtual Talk

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Program Type:

Author Talk

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talk
Event Details:

Feminist philosopher Dr.

Midwinter book sale

Midwinter Book Sale

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The Midwinter Book Sale is the little sister of the library’s regionally known Summer Book Sale; it’s smaller but more intimate, with many treasures and bargains to be found in the library’s historic auditorium.

Midwinter book sale

Midwinter Book Sale

Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The Midwinter Book Sale is the little sister of the library’s regionally known Summer Book Sale; it’s smaller but more intimate, with many treasures and bargains to be found in the library’s historic auditorium.

Declaration of Independence

Art History Lecture | The Artists of the American Revolution

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Program Type:

Lecture, America250

Age Group:

Adults
Registration will close on February 23, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture, America250
Registration Required
Event Details:

Christine Hauck will return with a lecture on The American Revolution and the artists who shaped a new concept of government and leadership in the New Republic.

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Marianne Liberatore Concert

6:00pm–7:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Join us for an unforgettable evening of extraordinary talent at the Final Round of the 2026 Marianne Liberatore Memorial Instrumental Competition — where some of Connecticut and Westchester’s finest high school musicians compete for top honors!

Friday Night Café

5:00pm–6:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Join Music for Youth for a magical evening of music and storytelling—anyone is welcome to attend!

GCTYO's Concerto Competition

1:00pm–3:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Be wowed by GCTYO’s most accomplished musicians as they vie for a $500 prize and the chance to perform as soloist at the Spring Concert! The GCTYO Concerto Competition is open to Principal Orchestra musicians in GCTYO only. Admission is free.

Music and Movement for Wigglers

10:30am–11:00am
Babies, Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 4, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can’t sit still? This is the program for you! Jump, hop, dance, and wiggle to the music. 

For ages 5 and under
Registration required

Music and Movement for Wigglers Afternoon Session

1:00pm–1:30pm
Babies, Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 11, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can’t sit still? This is the program for you! Jump, hop, dance, and wiggle to the music. 

For ages 5 and under
Registration required

Music and Movement for Wigglers

10:30am–11:00am
Babies, Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 18, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can’t sit still? This is the program for you! Jump, hop, dance, and wiggle to the music. 

For ages 5 and under
Registration required

Music and Movement for Wigglers

1:00pm–1:30pm
Babies, Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 18, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can’t sit still? This is the program for you! Jump, hop, dance, and wiggle to the music. For children up to age 5. Registration is required. 

Music and Movement for Wigglers

10:30am–11:00am
Babies, Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 25, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can’t sit still? This is the program for you! Jump, hop, dance, and wiggle to the music. 

For ages 5 and under
Registration required

Friday Night Café

5:00pm–6:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Join Music for Youth for a magical evening of music and storytelling—anyone is welcome to attend!

Jeff Franzel Trio Jazz Concert

2:00pm–3:30pm
Everyone
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 28, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: America250, Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Westport native Jeff Franzel began his career as a jazz pianist and has toured with many groups, including big band legend Les Brown and The Hues Corporation.

Music and Movement for Wigglers

10:30am–11:00am
Babies, Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 4, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can’t sit still? This is the program for you! Jump, hop, dance, and wiggle to the music. 

For ages 5 and under
Registration required

Music and Movement for Wigglers Afternoon Session

1:00pm–1:30pm
Babies, Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 4, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can’t sit still? This is the program for you! Jump, hop, dance, and wiggle to the music. 

For ages 5 and under
Registration required

Music and Movement for Wigglers

10:30am–11:00am
Babies, Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 11, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can’t sit still? This is the program for you! Jump, hop, dance, and wiggle to the music. 

For ages 5 and under
Registration required

Music and Movement for Wigglers

10:30am–11:00am
Babies, Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 18, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can’t sit still? This is the program for you! Jump, hop, dance, and wiggle to the music. 

For ages 5 and under
Registration required

Music and Movement for Wigglers Afternoon Session

1:00pm–1:30pm
Babies, Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 18, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can’t sit still? This is the program for you! Jump, hop, dance, and wiggle to the music. 

For ages 5 and under
Registration required

Brian Dolzani | Singer and Songwriter

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Everyone
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 19, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Brian Dolzani puts his life into his music; mysticism, mystique, philosophy, loss, transcendental exploration, a deep sense of place, and love, of course.

Side-by-Side | Westport School of Music Recital

1:00pm–2:30pm
Everyone
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 21, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Westport School of Music invites all to a Student Chamber Music Concert.

Music and Movement for Wigglers

10:30am–11:00am
Babies, Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 25, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can’t sit still? This is the program for you! Jump, hop, dance, and wiggle to the music. 

For ages 5 and under
Registration required

Friday Night Café

5:00pm–6:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Join Music for Youth for a magical evening of music and storytelling—anyone is welcome to attend!

Music and Movement for Wigglers

10:30am–11:00am
Babies, Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 1, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can’t sit still? This is the program for you! Jump, hop, dance, and wiggle to the music. 

For ages 5 and under
Registration required

Music and Movement for Wigglers Afternoon Session

1:00pm–1:30pm
Babies, Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 15, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can’t sit still? This is the program for you! Jump, hop, dance, and wiggle to the music. 

For ages 5 and under
Registration required

Music and Movement for Wigglers

10:30am–11:00am
Babies, Children
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 22, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can’t sit still? This is the program for you! Jump, hop, dance, and wiggle to the music. 

For ages 5 and under
Registration required

Friday Night Café

5:00pm–6:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Pequot Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Join Music for Youth for a magical evening of music and storytelling—anyone is welcome to attend!