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FOL Paperback Swap

At this free event, hundreds of patrons of all ages share thousands of books. You do not need to bring a book to take a book. Browsers welcome! Please bring: Gently used adult and teen paperbacks, Any children’s books (paperbacks, hardcovers or boardbooks). Please do not bring: Adult hardcovers, More than 20 books per person, Books with loose pages, broken spines, water damage or mold. Books are accepted ONLY during the event hours in the Lapham Room; please do not leave books outside the Library or in the lobby. For more information, email: fol@pwpl.org.
BUY TICKETS NOW FOR THE FOL’S 57TH ANNUAL BOOK AND AUTHOR LUNCHEON

Friday, May 1, 2026, at the Garden City Hotel, 11am - 2pm

Featuring: Emma Straub, bestselling author of This Time Tomorrow and All Adults Here. She will discuss her new novel American Fantasy (coming April 7), one of the NY Times' most anticipated releases of 2026, in conversation with acclaimed novelist Meg Wolitzer, author of The Female Persuasion and The Wife. Tickets and sponsorships can be purchased online at pwpl.org/fol or pick up a reservation brochure in the Library.
Earth Day Celebration 2026

PWPL invites you to our sixth annual Earth Day celebration! Bach to Rock bands will kick things off with live music from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. Representatives from the Town of North Hempstead, along with many Port Washington environmental organizations, will be on site from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., sharing information about their latest sustainability initiatives. Bring your kids to the children’s table to create a fun, eco-friendly craft. The Library will also be offering environmentally conscious giveaways, including native plants. Most of all, enjoy the music and discover meaningful ways you can make a difference in building a healthy, sustainable community. The Earth Day celebration is funded by the PWPL Friends of the Library.

For more information on our Earth Day events, visit pwpl.org/earthday.
Women’s History Month at PWPL

In commemoration of Women’s History Month during the month of March, the Port Washington Public Library is proud to offer several programs that explore the many contributions women have made to our history.

Click here for more information.
Latest Newsletter Issue Now Available

The March/April issue of Happenings is out! Discover what's happening at the Library.

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AARP Tax Help

AARP Tax Help volunteers are available at the Library every Tuesday to help with preparing simple individual tax returns. You do not have to be an AARP member to sign up. Appointments will be on Tuesdays from 10am to 3 pm from February 3 through April 7, 2026. Due to overwhelming demand, only Port Washington Residents can make an appointment, starting on January 20. Please visit the Reference Desk in the South Wing or call the Library at (516) 883-4400, ext. 1400 to register.

Click here for more information about our tax resources.
Winter Book Bingo

Get ready for Library-Wide Winter Book Bingo! Starting February 2, readers of all ages— kids, teens, and adults—can join the fun by registering online or at any Library service desk. Race to be one of the first ten in your age group to score a bingo (5 in a row: across, down, or diagonally) and win an exciting prize! Remember, you can check off up to two boxes per book. Be sure to return your completed bingo cards to the Library by March 20. Open to PWPL patrons only. Let the reading adventure begin! Sponsored by Friends of the Library.

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Upcoming Events

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Upcoming Events

Adult Events

Mar4

Open Research Hours at The History Center

Open Research Hours at The History Center. Entrance to the Research Room is through the History Center Annex in the South Wing.

Outside of these hours, the History Center’s Research Room is accessible by appointment: please email localhistory@pwpl.org to make arrangements. Click here to view our Collection Guide.

2:00pm - 4:00pm View Details

Mar4

ESOL Afternoon Classes

ESOL afternoon classes on Wednesday for Joni Jones and Pamela Veraat

3:00pm - 9:00pm View Details

Mar4

Needlecraft BYOP (Bring Your Own Project) Night

Bring your embroidery, crochet, quilting, or sewing project to this weekly gathering. Share ideas with fellow crafters, and get inspired from our collection of pattern and instruction books, generously provided by the Friends of the Library.

6:15pm - 8:30pm View Details

Mar4

Discussion Group (Ages 60+) Topic - What's on Your Bucket List?

Join us for an informal discussion that aims to build community with intelligent discussion, laughter, and social interaction. This month's topic - What's on Your Bucket List?

The group will be led by Lilyan Strassman, LCSW-R, Psychotherapist, and Life Coach. Ms. Strassman holds Faculty Status at the Academy for Guided Imagery and she has taught Psychology, Sociology, Social Science and Social Work.

7:00pm - 8:30pm View Details

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Children's Events

Mar4

ESOL Homework Help Program 2026

Is your child struggling with their Elementary or Middle school homework? The Port Washington Public Library ESOL department provides a Homework Help Program in which your child will be tutored by an academic achieving high school volunteer. Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays in the Hagedorn Meeting Room from 4:30-6:00 p.m. We look forward to helping you out! Registration is required. For more information, please feel free to contact Haydee Buitron via email: buitronh@pwpl.org

4:30pm - 6:00pm View Details

Mar4

Chess

Grades 3-6

Learn the rules and strategies of chess and practice what you have learned by playing against your peers. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library in memory of Lawrence Kamisher. Register January 19.

5:30pm - 6:30pm View Details

Mar5

Tummy Time Meet Up

For pre-crawlers and crawlers

Join other parents and caregivers for a group tummy time and play session! Please bring a blanket for your child. For pre-crawlers and crawlers; no walkers, please. Limited spots - Entry is first-come, first-served.

9:30am - 10:15am View Details

Mar5

1-2-3 Play with Me

Ages 18 months to 5 years old with an adult.

Come and enjoy 45 minutes of open play time with your child!

Admittance is first-come, first-served. Priority is given to Port Washington residents.

10:30am - 11:15am View Details

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Teen Events

Mar6

Friday Fun Day Teen Activity: Paint Your Own Lamp

Take a little time to unwind and have fun creating a craft with your friends. We'll be decorating your very own lamp! Supplies will be provided, and you'll have a variety of lamps to choose from. Registration begins February 20.

3:45pm - 4:45pm View Details

Mar10

Mario Party!

March 10th is Mario Day! To celebrate, we will host a Mario-themed party with snacks, themed activities, and, of course, Mario Kart gaming. Registration begins February 24.

4:00pm - 6:30pm View Details

Mar11

Sublimate it: Women's History Shirts

Using the library sublimation printer and Canva, decorate a t-shirt with your favorite historical women, in honor of Women's History Month.

This class is for Adults and Teens only.

Please Email barbarim@pwpl.org, with shirt size preference.

Registration begins February 25th. Priority will be given to Port Washington card holders.

6:30pm - 8:00pm View Details

Mar11

Raised Bed Gardening Workshop

Looking to start your own vegetable garden in 2026 or improve your current method of growing produce? Plant A Row for the Hungry Board Member and longtime gardener Bruce Frey will demonstrate how to build a raised garden bed on your own. He will also provide details on the types of soil components to use as well as the best way to irrigate your raised bed to enable you to bring out the best from your gardening efforts. No registration is required.

Sponsored by Plant A Row for the Hungry Port Washington

7:30pm - 8:30pm View Details

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