Summer at PWPL
Join us for exciting summer programs and movies featuring adventures at sea with pirates, buccaneers, and hidden treasure in faraway lands. Visit PWPL.org/SummerAtPWPL for more information about all Summer Reading Clubs and themed events.
An Adventure has begun in our Library! Participate in our Library-wide scavenger hunt! Those who complete it will win a special prize. Go to any service desk to get started.
Summer Reading Clubs (SRC): Registration is open for the Teen and Adult SRC. Register for the Kids’ SRC beginning July 1. Go to any service desk to get started. Please note that our SRCs are for PWPL cardholders. SRCs are made possible by the Friends of the Library.
Manhasset Bay Boat Tour
The Library is proud to announce the return of our popular Manhasset Bay Boat Tours, which are generously sponsored by the Library’s Nautical Advisory Council. There will be a limited number of seats available by lottery for tours. Spots are limited to Port Washington cardholders or residents. Click HERE for more information.
First Tour: Monday July 1 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Lottery opens on Tuesday June 18 and closes at 5 pm on Tuesday, June 25-- Click here for the lottery form.PWPL Celebrates Pride Month
PWPL celebrates Pride Month. To view our Pride events as well as book and movie recommendations, please visit PWPL.org/pride or click here.
Queer in Port
An Oral History Exhibit
On view in the Community Gallery through June 30
The History Center at the Port Washington Public Library has partnered with Be The Rainbow to conduct oral history interviews documenting the experience of LGBTQIA+ elders and families who grew up in or currently live in Port Washington, as told to younger members of the local LGBTQIA+ community. Stop by the Community Gallery in June to see an exhibit highlighting this project and the Be The Rainbow organization as well as pictures, artwork, and memorabilia celebrating Pride Month. Click here to access the oral histories online through our New York Heritage digital collection.
In the Adler Gallery
Jim Graf
A Step Back in Time
On view May 2 through June 30
Art Reception and Gallery Talk Saturday, June 1 at 2 p.m.
The Referral Guide/Directorio
The Referral Guide: Learn more about Port Washington’s incredible local nonprofit organizations dedicated to helping our community and enhancing the well-being of our residents.
Directorio (En español): Obtenga más información sobre estas organizaciones sin fines dedicadas a ayudar a nuestra comunidad y a mejorar el bienestar de nuestros residentes.
Courtesy of the Port Washington Public Library’s English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Department