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In observance of Easter, on Sunday, April 5 the Library will be closed.

America 250th Anniversary

Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the USA with special historical programs, books, films, exhibit and more presented by the Port Washington Public Library. PWPL will be honoring and remembering the many years of America’s history since its birth on Independence Day. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

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Rhonda Kay and the Backstage Trio

Join Rhonda Kay and the Backstage Trio as they present: "The Best of Broadway and Jazz Standards" which features a great mix of the best of Broadway songs, iconic jazz standards and songs from the Great American Songbook. For the past decade Rhonda Kay has performed for Long Island and New York City audiences and delighted them with her vocal talents. She will be joining forces with the Backstage Trio, some of New York’s most talented and experienced musicians. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Please note: This show was rescheduled from Sunday, February 22, 2026.

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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' most anticipated releases of 2026, in conversation with acclaimed novelist Meg Wolitzer, author of The Female Persuasion and The Wife. Tickets and sponsorships can be purchased online at pwpl.org/fol or pick up a reservation brochure in the Library.
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, will be on site from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., sharing information about their latest sustainability initiatives. Bring your kids to the children’s table to create a fun, eco-friendly craft. The Library will also be offering environmentally conscious giveaways, including native plants. Most of all, enjoy the music and discover meaningful ways you can make a difference in building a healthy, sustainable community. The Earth Day celebration is funded by the PWPL Friends of the Library.

For more information on our Earth Day events, visit pwpl.org/earthday.
Latest Newsletter Issue Now Available

The March/April issue of Happenings is out! Discover what's happening at the Library.

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Pete Fornatale: Rock Radio Revolutionary

Pete Fornatale (1945-2012) was a longtime Port Washington resident and FM radio pioneer known for his eclectic music taste, insightful interviews with artists, and outspoken but measured commentary on the zeitgeist of the day. Over his nearly 50-year career as a DJ at New York stations WFUV, WNEW, and K-Rock, he inspired countless artists, industry players, and radio listeners. An exhibit of photographs, artifacts, and memorabilia celebrating Pete’s life, work, and far-reaching influence is now on display in the History Center Annex.
Victoria Selbach – “We Are”

On view in The Adler Gallery from March 4 - April 30.

This exhibition features Victoria Selbach’s vibrant We Are paintings—large-scale silhouettes formed from natural imagery that celebrate our shared humanity and connection to nature. The series encourages us to look beyond differences, unite in protecting one another and the planet, and inspire the next generation of caretakers. A former Port Washington resident now based in rural Connecticut, Selbach is known for her empowering, lifesize depictions of contemporary women. Her work explores personal identity, generational feminine legacy, and collective responsibility. She has exhibited internationally, including at the Heckscher Museum of Art, the Butler Institute of American Art, the Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art, and the Museu Europeu d'Art Modern (MEAM).

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Adult Events

Apr5

Easter Sunday - Library is Closed

12:00am - 12:00am View Details

Apr6

Herb of the Month

Stop by the South Wing to pick up this month’s featured herb. Supplies are limited, so come early! No registration required.

Sponsored by the Health Advisory Council.

9:00am - 9:00pm View Details

Apr6

Club de Lectura en Espanol

Spanish Book Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm View Details

Apr7

Revolutionary Reads Sponsored by the Ruth D. Bogen Memorial Fund

Join fellow readers at the library for an engaging discussion of 1776 by David McCullough on Tuesday April 7th at 1:30 pm.
In this masterful book, David McCullough tells the intensely human story of those who marched with General George Washington in the year of the Declaration of Independence—when the whole American cause was riding on their success, without which all hope for independence would have been dashed and the noble ideals of the Declaration would have amounted to little more than words on paper.
Based on extensive research in both American and British archives, 1776 is a powerful drama written with extraordinary narrative vitality. It is the story of Americans in the ranks, men of every shape, size, and color; farmers, schoolteachers, shoemakers, no-accounts, and mere boys turned soldiers. And it is the story of the King’s men, the British commander, William Howe, and his highly disciplined redcoats who looked on their rebel foes with contempt and fought with a valor too little known.
Written as a companion work to his celebrated biography of John Adams, David McCullough’s 1776 is another landmark in the literature of American history.

Copies will be available at the Information Desk or on Libby.

1:30pm - 3:30pm View Details

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Children's Events

Apr5

Easter Sunday - Library is Closed

12:00am - 12:00am View Details

Apr6

All About Oysters

Grades 1 to 3

Oysters are an essential part of aquatic ecosystems, including Manhasset Bay! In this program, kids have the opportunity to dive into the anatomy and life cycle of these helpful creatures, as well as develop a better understanding of how they help our waterways through an immersive lesson and craft.

2:00pm - 3:00pm View Details

Apr6

ESOL Homework Help Program 2026

Elementary or Middle School Homework Help

The Port Washington Public Library ESOL Department offers a Homework Help Program where high-achieving high school volunteers tutor students.

Day: Mondays
Time: 4:30 PM–6:00 PM
Location: Hagedorn Meeting Room

For more information, please contact:

Paola Diaz: diazp@pwpl.org
Haydee Buitron: buitronh@pwpl.org

4:30pm - 6:00pm View Details

Apr7

National Circus Project

For children in grades K and up with an adult.

Experience the unique traditions and genuine fun of the circus with the National Circus Project! The dynamic circus artists will entertain you with their amazing circus skills and hilarious comedy routines.

Tickets are required and will be available in the Children’s Library beginning March 23. Made possible by the Children’s Advisory Council.

2:30pm - 3:30pm View Details

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Teen Events

Apr5

Easter Sunday - Library is Closed

12:00am - 12:00am View Details

Apr7

Cricut Craft: Cherry Blossom Cups

Create a decorated glass cup that embodies the fleeting beauty of the cherry blossom tree.

Please take some time to install the Cricut Design Space software before the program, https://design.cricut.com/#/. This class is for teens and adults only. All supplies will be provided. Registration opens on March 3rd. Priority will be given to Port Washington card holders.

Please note: Chromebooks are not compatible with the Cricut Design Space software, so will not work for this program. Laptops (both Mac and PC) and iPads work well.

6:30pm - 8:00pm View Details

Apr13

Teen Gaming

Drop in after school to battle your friends at Super Smash Brothers or take a drive with Mario Kart. No registration needed.

3:30pm - 7:00pm View Details

Apr22

Raised Bed Gardening Workshop

Looking to start your own vegetable garden in 2026 or improve your current method of growing produce? Plant A Row for the Hungry Board Member and longtime gardener Bruce Frey will demonstrate how to build a raised garden bed on your own. He will also provide details on the types of soil components to use as well as the best way to irrigate your raised bed to enable you to bring out the best from your gardening efforts. No registration is required.

Sponsored by Plant A Row for the Hungry Port Washington

7:30pm - 8:30pm View Details

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