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In today's newsletter:

• Want a powerful Black History Month kickoff right here in Weston?

Also on today's calendar: 🪑 Fresh Start Furniture Giveaway Day and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the baby computer say to the mommy computer? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, showers around, with a high of 44 and low of 30 degrees.
• Thursday: Snow, up to 1", temps: high: 36, low: 14. ⛄️ Brr!
• Friday: Windy in the morning, with a high of 28 and low of 24 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Weston Library Hosts Poet David Mills For Northern Slavery Program (patch.com) — Weston Public Library is bringing poet and performer David Mills to town on Sunday, February 1, 2026, for a free 3 p.m. program on slavery in the Northern states. Held at 56 Norfield Road, the event launches Weston’s America 250 lecture series and is co-sponsored by several local groups, with advance registration encouraged.
   

📸 Around Weston

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Weston

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★ Featured events ★

Wednesday January 14

• 🪑 Fresh Start Furniture Giveaway Day
  St. Emery School, 108 Biro St, Fairfield, CT, 06825,
  11:00 am

Monday January 19

• MLK DAY Make your dreams a reality!
  Sacred Heart University Discovery Science Center and Planetarium, 4450 Park Ave, Bridgeport
  10:00 am
• Harvey Fierstein is the Recipient of The Spirit of Dr. King Award at Ridgefield’s 30th Anniversary
  Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 E Ridge Rd, Ridgefield
  3:00 pm

Tuesday January 20

• Finding Your Voice as a Parent Webinar: Special Education Law and Advocacy
  Zoom Webinar (online/virtual event) ,
  7:00 pm

Tuesday January 27

• FCDS Open House - Tuesday, January 27
  Fairfield Country Day School, 2970 Bronson Rd, Fairfield
  9:00 am

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Other local events

Wednesday January 14

• Extended Hours for Barlow Midterm Exams
  Mark Twain Library , 439 Redding Rd , Redding
  10:00 am
• Midterm Study Nights (Grades 9-12)
  Easton Public Library , 691 Morehouse Rd , Easton
  10:00 am
• Toddler Be-Bop (Ages walkers-age 3)
  Easton Public Library , 691 Morehouse Rd , Easton
  10:30 am
• Nature Book Club - "Beaverland"
  New Pond Farm Education Center , 101 Marchant Rd , Redding
  1:00 pm
• Navigating Divorce with Confidence & Clarity
  RSVP below for zoom invite
  6:00 pm

Thursday January 15

• Midterm Study Nights (Grades 9-12)
  Easton Public Library , 691 Morehouse Rd , Easton
  10:00 am
• Extended Hours for Barlow Midterm Exams
  Mark Twain Library , 439 Redding Rd , Redding
  10:00 am
• Needlework Drop-in
  New Pond Farm Education Center , 101 Marchant Rd , Redding
  10:30 am

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🪧 Patch Classifieds

• FCDS Open House - Tuesday, January 27
  We understand how boys learn best.With small class sizes and a focus on relational learning, our students build confidence, develop skills, and... (More info)

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Following tonight’s elections here are the line officers.
  Deputy Chief - Terrence Blake Assistant Chief - Mike Shlansky Captain - John Dembishack Captain - Jon Dillon Lieutenant - Marc Barenberg Lieutenant… (Nextdoor )

• Spar Group posted a job opening for Resets/Remodel Merchandiser Nights Local $20 hour in New Canaan. Apply here.
• Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Bakery Wrapper / Sanitation in Norwalk. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Weston here.

🗞 Nearby News

Wilton

• Rep. Constantine Welcomes $60,000 In State Funds To Help Wilton Seniors Gain More Independence (patch.com)
• Help Susan Heal: A Beloved Wilton Baker Needs the Community's Support (goodmorningwilton.com)
• Wilton Police Launch Transparency Portal For License Plate Reader Use (patch.com)

Westport

• Developer files plan for 30-unit residential development in Westport on former site of CT Humane Society (hartfordbusiness.com)

Fairfield

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-- The Patch AM Team

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