And Also At Compo Beach
Not to be outdone by Sherwood Island visitors, Westporters flocked to Compo Beach also seeking some fun in the sun before the temperatures are expected return to somewhat normal for November, mid 50's, at least for Tuesday and Wednesday although they may be in the high 60's later in the week.
People gathered on the beach, dogs of all kinds played together and hit the water. Golden Retriever Nana was ready for her close-up. And it wasn’t just the dogs who enjoyed the surf. Three teen girls took the plunge as well, one can be seen in the lower right corner of the pic above even though the water temperature was 60º, (brrrr).
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The nearly full moon rose in the east while a stunning sunset appeared in the west which was a beautiful sight both from the beach or on this sailboat cruising home for the evening.
Morning Weather Report: Unseasonably Warm
Today
Mostly cloudy through mid morning, then gradual clearing, with a high near 74. West wind 7 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 41. North wind 9 to 11 mph.
Tomorrow
Sunny, with a high near 56. North wind 8 to 11 mph.
Tomorrow Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 35. North wind around 7 mph.
Gray Day turns to Sunshine over West Bank
The West Bank of Downtown was bathed in a few moments of golden sun as a gray day gave way to the glow of changing weather.
‘Tis the Season
Staff members at Main Street’s Pottery Barn prepare the storefront for the holiday season as a Christmas tree glimmers from the window to the sidewalk outside. WestportLocal.com photo
Stony Point Cottage Camouflage
A small cottage along Stony Point found itself blending in to the amber colored leaves as its wooden clapboards were nearly reclaimed by the forest that surrounds it. WestportLocal.com photo
Autumntime for Assumption Church, Historic Riverside Avenue
Assumption Church (background) and the colonial-era Joshua Couch/Kathleen & James Coley Jr. home (foreground, behind American flag) look very much the same this fall as they have for hundreds of seasons prior. The current Assumption Church was built in 1899 after the original wooden structure became too small for the new parish as “It served a growing number of immigrants, first from Ireland and later from Italy, who settled in Saugatuck and in Green’s Farm.” The Joshua Couch/Coley House was built over 100 years prior to that in 1756, possibly being used as a commercial property that served the bustling shipping-centered Saugatuck River. WestportLocal.com photo
Autumn along the River
A home on Manitou Court sat amongst the fiery reds and oranges of fall foliage in a lesser-seen view from the Saugatuck River beneath it. WestportLocal.com photo
CraftWestport Returns to Staples High School
Each November Westporters are joined by folks from neighboring towns to get a jump on holiday shopping at the Westport Young Women's League's annual epic craft show: CraftWestport. The show returned for its 45th year after a hiatus in 2021 due to the pandemic. Once again shoppers and admirers of the work of skilled artisans in multiple, diverse areas of fine art and hand-crafted products were able to view the offerings of more than 175 artisans in the Staples field house and cafeteria.
In addition to beautiful jewelry - always a favorite - stunning photography, and other fine artwork - this curated event has found some distinctive and unusual work such as a Tiffany style lamp crafted from a cello, highly detailed backlit and framed street maps, olive oil based natural skin care products, and soaps that look good enough to eat. There were hand-painted ties and scarves and quilted tapestries. Woodworkers showed custom furniture and Ukrainian couple created hand painted nesting boxes.
And as for good to eat - the cafeteria offered epicurean delights such as gluten free fudge - hand painted with french cocoa butter, honey teas and even treats for the family dog.
Photos By J.C. Martin For WestportLocalPress.com Click on an image to enlarge and open gallery.
Morning Weather Report
Today
Patchy fog before 10am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 72. Light south wind increasing to 6 to 11 mph in the morning.
Tonight
Patchy fog after 2am. Otherwise, increasing clouds, with a low around 60. South wind 6 to 8 mph.
Tomorrow
Patchy fog before 8am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 73. South wind 6 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow Night
A 20 percent chance of showers after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. South wind around 7 mph.
Town of Westport Property Transfers: October 17 - 21st; Highest Sale on Post Road at $8 Million
Westport Town Clerk’s Office:
Total Conveyance Tax: $39,870.00
Total Sales: $15,948,000.00
Highest Transfer Price: 1595 Post Road East: $8,000,000
Lowest Transfer Price: 151 Imperial Avenue, Parcel X: $112,500
Transfers:
1595 Post Road East: $8,000,000
64 Woodside Avenue: $4,200,000
18 Norwalk Avenue: $2,500,000
4 Lantern Hill Road: $1,485,000
38 Roseville Road: $999,000
87 Strathmore Lane: $384,000
151 Imperial Avenue, Parcel X: $112,500