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Join us at the Library as we celebrate Pride Month!

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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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Community Spotlight with Andy Barrow, Author of “Peter in Progress”

Join Andy Barrow Malone, who is a New York-Based writer who grew up in Port Washington, graduating from Schreiber in '04, as he discusses his debut novel, Peter in Progress. Described by Kirkus Reviews as a "lively coming-of-age story for adults" that draws inspiration from Andy's own experiences losing weight as a teenager and reckoning with his sexuality in his thirties. Books will be available for purchase and signing. This event is part of the Library's Celebration of Pride Month. Sponsored by the FOL.

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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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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.
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.

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Jun1

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

Jun5

Sandwiched In with Janis Schachter - Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness

How has our interpretation of the words of the Declaration of Independence changed over time? What do they say about our identity as Americans? Who IS an American? And who is a person, entitled to the natural rights outlined in our founding document? Join Janis Schachter, a former journalist-turned social studies teacher as she explores these questions and the founding principles of our nation. Ms. Schachter was the New York State Council for Social Studies distinguished educator in 2020, and in 2021 was named a silver laureate by the international organization Global Youth and News Media for her work in news literacy.

This program is part of the Library's celebration of America 250.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a 'hybrid' event that can be attended either "In-Person" or "Online" on the Zoom platform. You can choose which option you wish to register for below in the "Attend In-Person" OR "Attend Online" choices below.

12:00pm - 1:30pm View Details

Jun5

Weekly Scrabble Meetup

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

1:00pm - 5:00pm View Details

Jun8

Books for Dessert

10:30am - 11:45am View Details

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Children's Events

Jun1

Cow Neck in the Revolution

12:00am - 12:00am View Details

Jun5

Robotic Soccer (K-3)

Grades K to 3

Compete in a robotic soccer game where players instruct their robots to score goals in the opponent’s net while building teamwork, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills. Register May 18.

4:30pm - 5:30pm View Details

Jun5

Robotic Soccer

Grades K to 6

Compete in a robotic soccer game where players instruct their robots to score goals in the opponent’s net while building teamwork, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills. Register May 18.

6:00pm - 7:00pm View Details

Jun8

Turning Pages Book Club

Grades 2 & 3

Join us for our early chapter book club, where we’ll read and discuss a fun story. After our chat, we’ll dive into a hands-on activity that ties into the books. Registration required for each session. Register May 4. Pick up a copy of the book in the Children's Room.

This month's selection is reader's choice! Kids will get to share their favorite chapter book and discuss with their fellow bookworms.

4:00pm - 5:00pm View Details

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Teen Events

Jun1

Cow Neck in the Revolution

12:00am - 12:00am View Details

Jun7

Intro to Computer Science with Python

Discover coding through Python—a beginner-friendly, professional programming language used for data science, AI, web development, and more. Students learn the fundamentals through short, focused lessons and lots of hands-on practice. By the end, students will understand core programming ideas and approach problems with a clearer, more logical mindset. Both beginners and experienced coders are welcomed. Students must bring a laptop (district administered chromebooks are ok). *Please note that by signing up students are expected to come to every session - missing a week will cause students to fall behind. Registration April 16 for students grades 6-8.

1:30pm - 3:00pm View Details

Jun12

DIY Help *By Appointment

Bring your own material and ask for one on one time with a librarian to help you use the equipment in The Lab. Everyone is welcome in the Lab, those who are 11 or younger need to be accompanied by an adult. Registration begins May 29th.

Equipment in the Lab:

Poster printer
Cricut Maker 3
Cricut heat press
Cricut mug press
Tumbler Press
Sublimation Printer
Brother xr9550 Sewing Machine
Button Maker
Brother PE 900 Embroidery Machine
Resin and filament 3D Printing

3:00pm - 4:30pm View Details

Jun15

Make Your Own Father’s Day Craft

Make your own Father’s Day gift for your father or care giver. Crafts will be provided to make your unique and heartfelt gift. Gift bags, cards, and tissue paper will be provided. No registration is required; materials are available while supplies last.

3:45pm - 4:45pm View Details

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