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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
That’s Amore! A Musical Tribute to Harry Warren
Join us for a special musical performance of That's Amore!, a tribute to Harry Warren (aka Mr. Hollywood Musical), created and performed by Bob Spiotto. Mr. Spiotto will be accompanied on piano and his performance will include such memorable songs
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'
Earth Day Celebration 2026
PWPL invites you to our 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
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
Summer Reading Programs
Don’t forget to check out our Summer Reading Programs for kids, teens, and adults! Register in-person at the Library at any service desk. Adult & Teen registration begins June 23 and Kids’ Summer Reading Program starts July 7. Open to Port
Christina Massey: The Undulating Unknown
On view May 2 through June 30 Christina Massey is a mixed-media artist known for her vibrant botanical abstractions made from repurposed materials, especially aluminum craft beer cans. Her work spans sculpture, painting, and installation, often addressing environmental and consumer waste
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,
Joyce Weidenaar: Colorations
On view March 4 through April 29 Reception on Saturday, March 8 at 2:00pm; Presentation at 3:00 p.m. Joyce Weidenaar is a New York City-based painter and printmaker who transitioned to full-time art after retiring from real estate in 2015. She finds
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'
Alan Richards: Let Me Show You Something
On view January 4 through February 27 Presentation on Saturday, February 1 at 3:00 p.m. Richards' artwork combines photographs, drawings, and digital elements to explore the human condition. Using archival and vintage images, enhanced through digital painting, his work invites deep engagement