Port Washington Public Library

Important Library Statement

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Por favor, haga click en el link para leer un mensaje especial del Director de la Biblioteca y de la Junta Directiva sobre los recientes incidentes.

Important Library Statement

PWPL SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 2026

Join us this summer for our 2026 Concert Series at the Sousa Bandshell in Sunset Park. All Concerts begin a 3:00pm and registration is required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

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Art Lecture with Alice Iglehart – Myer Myers

Myer Myers, a Jewish silversmith in colonial America, created outstanding works for leading members of the New York elite. Join us at the Library as museum educator, Alice W. Iglehart explores his exquisite objects, long regarded as among the most important American statements of the Rococo style. This is a America 250^th Celebration & Jewish American Heritage Month program sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

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PWPL BLOOD DRIVE

You may be astounded to learn that New York has never been self-sufficient in meeting its need for blood. There is no substitute for human blood and 1 in 3 adults will require a blood transfusion at some point in their lives. You can help remedy this situation by donating blood and giving the “Gift of Life.” For this Blood Drive when you donate you will receive a box of Girls Scout Cookies while supplies last. Reminder: Please bring your blood donor card or valid ID and make sure to eat and drink plenty of fluids before donating.

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Latest Newsletter Issue Now Available

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

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America 250th Anniversary

Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the USA with the Port Washington Public Library as we not only recognize this important semi quincentennial founding of the United States of America, but also explore topics of freedom and democracy that are part of our shared American history. Throughout this year, the Library has organized a wide variety of programs and activities to commemorate the celebration as well as recommended reading and watch lists that have also been added to our America 250 webpage. A new a new local history exhibit, Cow Neck in the Revolution, is also on display in the History Center Annex from June through December 2026.

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Jonathan Butterick – “Everything Must Go”

On view in The Adler Gallery from May 1 - July 1. Reception: Saturday, June 13 at 2:00 p.m.

Jonathan Butterick is a painter who works from his own photographs, creating acrylic gouache pieces on paper that act as small, luminous “windows” into overlooked moments. His work highlights saturated color, theatrical light, and quiet, human traces within dense, layered environments. With a background in printmaking, he uses flat shapes, bold edges, and layered color that are often enhanced with fluorescent and glow-in-the-dark pigments that shift under different lighting. Balancing memory and invention, his paintings aim to preserve fleeting places and evoke a sense of wonder in the everyday.
Mason on Main: A Photographic History of Mason Studio 1920-1985

This new local history exhibit, now on view in the Columns Gallery, highlights over 50 years of photography produced by Mason Studio, formerly located at 118 Main Street in Port Washington. Following its 1985 closure, the Library acquired approximately 20,000 photographs taken throughout Mason Studio’s many years in business. These photos are snapshots of life in Port Washington from the 1920s through the 1970s and include individuals, buildings, businesses, and events. This exhibit was made possible through the support of the Friends of the Library. Join us on Monday, September 15 at 2:30 pm for a reception.

Upcoming Events

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Upcoming Events

Adult Events

May21

Libby For The Perplexed

Do you like to read on a Kindle and wish you could borrow library books on them? You most definitely can. This program will walk you step-by-step through connecting the Libby e-reading library app from your phone onto your Kindle.

3:30pm - 4:30pm View Details

May21

Books for Dessert

7:00pm - 8:30pm View Details

May22

Sandwiched In with David Hymowitz - The Importance of Resiliency

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Join David Hymowitz, licensed social worker, and a professor at Hofstra University and at Stony Brook University, as he explores ways to be more resilient. This workshop will review the concept of resiliency and explore the four major factors that contribute to being more resilient. These factors include Hope, Social Connections, Purpose and Adaptability. These four ingredients when focused on and tended to on a regular basis helps us to handle life's adversities better and to bounce back from challenges that occur. This workshop will be interactive and experiential.

12:00pm - 1:30pm View Details

May22

Weekly Scrabble Meetup

Drop in and play a game of Scrabble. No registration required.

1:00pm - 5:00pm View Details

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Children's Events

May21

Open Play

Ages 18 months to 5 years old with an adult

Come and enjoy open play time with your child! Admittance is first-come, first-served. Priority is given to Port Washington residents.

9:30am - 11:00am View Details

May22

Park Story Time

For children ages birth to five with an adult

Join your favorite librarians for stories, songs, and fingerplays across the street from the Library at Blumenfeld Park. No registration required.

In case of inclement weather, the Story Time will take place in the Lapham Room.

9:30am - 10:00am View Details

May22

Kiki's Delivery Service (G, 112 min.)

Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month!

Open to all Ages.

Kiki's Delivery Service (Rated G., 1hour 52min.)

A young witch, Kiki, moves to the port city of Koriko with her cat Jiji and starts a flying courier service. No registration required.

4:00pm - 6:00pm View Details

May23

Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day Weekend - Library is Closed.

12:00am - 12:00am View Details

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Teen Events

May22

Kiki's Delivery Service (G, 112 min.)

Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month!

Open to all Ages.

Kiki's Delivery Service (Rated G., 1hour 52min.)

A young witch, Kiki, moves to the port city of Koriko with her cat Jiji and starts a flying courier service. No registration required.

4:00pm - 6:00pm View Details

May23

Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day Weekend - Library is Closed.

12:00am - 12:00am View Details

May27

Intro to Cricut: Vinyl on Boats

Learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3 to make decals and label your boat.

All abilities are welcome, but we do ask that participants under the age of 11 be accompanied by an adult. All supplies will be provided.

Registration opens on May 13th. Priority will be given to Port Washington card holders.

6:30pm - 8:30pm View Details

May28

PWPL Blood Drive

You may be astounded to learn that New York has never been self-sufficient in meeting its need for blood. There is no substitute for human blood and 1 in 3 adults will require a blood transfusion at some point in their lives. You can help remedy this situation by donating blood and giving the “Gift of Life.” For this Blood Drive when you donate you will receive a box of Girls Scout Cookies while supplies last.

To schedule an appointment, CLICK HERE. Remember, Blood is Life…Pass It On!

Reminder: Please bring your blood donor card or valid ID and make sure to eat and drink plenty of fluids before donating.

1:30pm - 7:30pm View Details

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