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Hi there, Westport! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How are Westport singles really finding connection after divorce?
  • Staples boys soccer stays unbeaten—can they extend the shutout streak?
  • What would a new Sprouts on Post Road East mean for Westport?

Also on today's calendar: When writing about Science is no longer just about reporting discoveries and 17 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Warmer; cloudy, then some sun, with a high of 73 and low of 51 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 71, low: 61.
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 78 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Death Of The Dinner Party: Westport's Singles Culture (06880danwoog.com) — Life as a single person in Westport, where two-thirds of residents are married, can feel isolating as social circles and even local businesses often default to couples. This piece explores how divorced and single residents navigate shifting friendships, loneliness, and a changing bar and dating-app scene, while spotlighting specific Westport hangouts and networking events that shape local singles' social lives.
   

2. Another shutout for Staples boys soccer (westportjournal.com) — Staples boys soccer from Westport stayed unbeaten with a 3–0 road win over previously undefeated Greenwich, powered by Adrian Rodriguez's hat trick and another strong defensive showing. The Westporters, now 10-0-1 with four straight shutouts, return home this week to host Fairfield Ludlowe on Monday and Bridgeport Central on Wednesday at Wakeman Field, both at 4 p.m.
   

3. Supermarket wars are raging across Connecticut. Here's watch to watch for in 2027 (ctinsider.com) — Westport shoppers could soon see more grocery choices, with Sprouts planning a new store at 1460 Post Road East now under town review. The piece also tracks how chains like Aldi, Big Y, Stop & Shop, Whole Foods, and others are reshaping Connecticut's supermarket landscape, highlighting potential competition and closures that may affect where you buy groceries in 2027.
   

4. Coming to the Playhouse: Napoleon drops in on Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy (westportjournal.com) — Westport theatergoers can soon see a world-premiere Pride and Prejudice sequel at the Westport Country Playhouse, where Napoleon Bonaparte unexpectedly visits Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. Running Oct. 20 to Nov. 7, the Ken Ludwig comedy launches the Playhouse's new drama season under director Emily Mann, promising a smart, romantic, and funny twist on Austen's beloved characters.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • This is Your Life: An Interview with Frederick Chiu and Jeanine Esposito at Westport Senior Center Oct 23 —Rozanne Gates Read on Patch
  • I am having a very cool and retro Salon about The Golden Age of Television.
    Come see my 50 or so vintage TV sets and join a discussion on how it all began. Don't change that dial! (Nextdoor Central Westport)
  • The Fresh Market posted a job opening for Cashier Team Member in Westport. Apply here.
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Ok Westport! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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