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UNEARTH A STORY – SUMMER READING 2026

Join us on Saturday, June 27 starting at 11:00am for our kickoff event with paleontologist Dr. Bolortsetseg Minjin! Be sure to stay tuned afterwards for a featured showing of both the We’re Back! A Dinosaur Story Film (1993, G, 73 min.) at 12:45pm, and then Jurassic Park (1993, PG-13, 127 min.) at 2:30pm to celebrate our theme this year! Don’t forget to mark your calendars Summer Reading Club! Kids registration opens on July 6, while registration for our adult and teen reading programs opens on June 22. Be sure to stop by any of our service desks to snag a sign-up prize (while supplies last). Please note our summer reading programs are only available to Port Washington residents. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

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pwpl celebrates pride month

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.

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Jun20

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

Jun24

Port Cooks! Cooking with Chef Rob: All-American Crustless Apple Crumb Pie

Make an All-American Crustless Apple Crumb Pie ready to take home and bake. Chef Rob will demonstrate a Roasted Shrimp with a Ginger Scallion Dip that will be enjoyed while making the pie.

Please bring: 3 Large Crisp Apples, 2 medium bowls, a 7-inch pan, and a small cutting board

Registration is required.

This program is for adults ages 18 and up.

1:00pm - 2:00pm View Details

Jun24

Open Research Hours at The History Center

Open Research Hours at The History Center. Entrance to the Research Room is through the History Center Annex in the South Wing.

Outside of these hours, the History Center’s Research Room is accessible by appointment: please email localhistory@pwpl.org to make arrangements. Click here to view our Collection Guide.

2:00pm - 4:00pm View Details

Jun24

ESOL Afternoon Classes

ESOL afternoon classes on Wednesday for Joni Jones and Pamela Veraat

3:00pm - 9:00pm View Details

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Children's Events

Jun20

Cow Neck in the Revolution

12:00am - 12:00am View Details

Jun24

Chess

Grades 3-6

Learn the rules and strategies of chess and practice what you have learned by playing against your peers. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library in memory of Lawrence Kamisher. Register May 18.

5:30pm - 6:30pm View Details

Jun25

Baby Rhyme Time

Ages birth to 17 months with an adult

A lap-sit story time with books, songs, and bouncing rhymes. Registration begins May 18.

9:30am - 10:00am View Details

Jun25

Crazy 8s Math Club

For grades K-2

Join us for 4 weeks of Crazy 8s – a math club like no other! Get ready to build, run, jump, make music, and even make a mess. This unique club combines math with fun, creativity, and a touch of mischief. Register May 18.

4:00pm - 5:00pm View Details

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Teen Events

Jun20

Cow Neck in the Revolution

12:00am - 12:00am View Details

Jun26

Cricut All Abilities: Pet Bandanas

Learn how to design and press pet bandanas for your loved furry friends.

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 June 12th. Priority will be given to Port Washington card holders.

3:00pm - 4:00pm View Details

Jun27

Family Movie: We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story

As part of our Summer Reading Kick-off, join us for a screening of We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story (1993, G, 72 min.).

For every kid who ever wanted to meet a real dinosaur, Steven Spielberg presents We’re Back! A Dinosaur’s Story – the animated tale of four prehistoric pals in the most awesome adventure since the dawn of time! Join Rex, Woog, Elsa and Dweeb as they time-travel to New York City to meet their biggest fans – modern-day kids – and make all of their wildest dreams come true.

12:45pm - 2:00pm View Details

Jun27

Movie: Jurassic Park (1993)

As part of our Summer Reading Kick-off, join us for a screening of Jurassic Park (1993, PG-13, 127 min.).

A wealthy entrepreneur invites a top paleontologist, a paleobotanist, a mathematician/theorist, and his two eager grandchildren to visit his secret island theme park featuring living dinosaurs created from prehistoric DNA.

2:30pm - 4:45pm View Details

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