Tomorrow was to be a very busy day in Westport but the weather often has the final say for outdoor events. The Slice of Saugatuck, after being lucky in the weather department for most of it’s 12 year history, was postponed again this year, as it was last year due to the forecast of rain on Saturday. It will instead be held next Saturday, September 14th from 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM.

Slice Of Saugatuck file photos by J.C. Martin for WestportLocalPress.com

The other popular event, the Japan Society Fall Festival held each year on Jesus Green adjoining the Westport Library will now take place on Sunday, September 8th.Their Fall Festival features Taiko drumming, the traditional Bon Odori Dance as well as booths featuring Japanese crafts and other products. To learn more visit: FC Japan Society.

To see our prior coverage of this event visit WestportLocal Japan Celebrates Fall.

Japan Fall Festival file photos by J.C. Martin for WestportLocalPress.com

CT United 9/11 Tribute Motorcycle Ride Returns To Westport On Sunday

File Photos of 2022 CT United Ride by J.C. Martin For WestportLocalPress.com To see our coverage of 2022 ride visit WestportLocal CT United Ride

Traffic Advisory – CT United Ride Update From Town Of Westport:

Expect Delays In Town As Procession Passes

On Sunday September 8, 2024, the CT United Ride will travel through nine area towns, including Westport, to pay tribute to the victims and first responders of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the United States.  The event is Connecticut’s largest annual 9/11 tribute as well as the largest motorcycle ride in the state.

The motorcade will continue to use the route established last year which starts at Sherwood Island State Park in Westport at approximately 11:30 am and continues through Westport into Wilton, Redding, Bethel, Newtown, Monroe, Trumbull, and Fairfield; ending at Seaside Park in Bridgeport. The procession travels from Sherwood Island State Park onto the Sherwood Island Connector where the riders will then take Interstate 95 southbound from Exit 18 to Exit 17. The procession will then travel north up Saugatuck Avenue (Route 136) from Exit 17, continue north on to Riverside Avenue (Route 33) to Wilton Road, and across the Wilton town line. The route is closed and continuous, meaning that with the assistance of a police escort the participating motorcyclists drive through traffic lights and do not stop at stop signs.

Motorists should anticipate extended traffic delays along the procession’s route which could potentially last 45 minutes or longer. Although delays are to be expected please be mindful of those we lost over 20 years ago, as well as their families who are with us today, as it certainly is a day for remembrance and reflection. 

 It is recommended that wherever possible alternate routes should be sought to avoid these areas as they will be rendered completely impassable until the entire procession clears. To learn more visit CT United Ride.

Traffic advisory for myTeam Triumph Triathlon early Sunday morning from Town of Westport

The myTeam Triumph Triathlon will be taking place this coming Sunday (September 8th).  Motorists should expect to see a large volume of both runners and bicyclists between 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. at the following locations: Compo Beach and Longshore Park as well as Hillspoint Road, Greens Farms Road (between Hillspoint and S. Compo), Compo Road South (between Greens Farms and Hillspoint), and Compo Beach Road.  Motorist traveling through these areas should expect some brief delays.

The police department asks that motorists use extra caution when driving on the affected roads.

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