Cow Neck in the Revolution

The area we now call Port Washington was occupied by the British for seven years during the Revolutionary War. Local families suffered immense hardship: they were forced to quarter enemy troops, had their children pressed into service, and even endured pirate attacks. Some Cow Neck Patriots bravely fought for American freedom while others assisted the revolutionary cause in secret – and some yet remained loyal to the Crown. These stories are explored in Cow Neck in the Revolution, presented in collaboration with the Cow Neck Peninsula Historical Society in celebration of 250 years of American independence. On display in the History Center Annex June through December 2026.

12:00am - 12:00am View Details

Empire Safety Council Defensive Driving Course

The Empire Safety Council Defensive Driving Course will be offered on Saturday, August 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Seating is limited and registration is required and begins on Monday, July 27 at 9:00 a.m. Priority will be given to Port Washington card holders.  If you are a Port Washington card holder, please click "Register" below and enter your library card number below.

If you are not a Port Washington card holder, you will initially be placed on a Waiting List pending available space. Any available spaces will be filled from the Wait List 72 hours prior to the start of the class.  Any cancellations are filled using the Wait List. Walk-ins are not permitted.

Payment of $33 via cash, money order, (payable to "Empire Safety Council"), or credit card will be collected by the instructor during class. (PLEASE NOTE: CHECKS WILL NO LONGER BE ACCEPTED FOR PAYMENT).

There will be a 30-minute lunch break.   

9:30am - 3:30pm View Details

SoundSwap: 'BOWIE STATION' - A Tribute to David Bowie

SOUNDSWAP - BOWIE STATION - A TRIBUTE TO DAVID BOWIE

BOWIE STATION, will let you make your connection to the past and the future through the timeless music of David Bowie!

Drawing from his classic albums from the 1970's, Bowie Station recreates the energy, excitement and theatricality of David Bowie’s songs without the use of wigs, costumes or fake accents adopted by so many tribute bands today. Bowie Station is Real Rock & Roll!

Led by legendary Long Island frontman ED RYAN, Bowie Station delivers big hits, deep cuts and fan favorites from the cream of the Bowie catalog. Band members include RICHIE NASO (lead guitar), RICH COYLE (keys), KEVIN McCANN (gtr/keys/vox), PAT FALCO (bass) and JEFF SCHUMACHER (drums).

Sponsored by the Friends of the Port Washington Public Library

NOTE: REGISTRATION IS RECOMMENDED FOR THIS EVENT, BUT NOT REQUIRED. By registering, you will be able to receive updates related to any changes in the program, date or location. The rain location for this event is the PWPL Lapham Meeting Room. Seating in the Lapham Room is on a 'first come first served' basis, and registering does not guarantee you a seat.

3:00pm - 5:00pm View Details

Chair Yoga 12:30 class

Chair Yoga classes with certified instructor Beth Lipset. Classes start on July 6 and run through August 17 (with no class on July 20 or 27). 

Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis, and a signed waiver is required. Click EXERCISE WAIVER to fill it out. 

Kindly register for either the 12:30 PM or the 1:45 PM class, not both, so we can ensure space for as many patrons as possible. Thank you for your consideration!

This class is for Port Washington Residents only. 

Sponsored by the Health Advisory Council.

12:30pm - 1:15pm View Details