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Coding for Kids

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Workshop Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ignite the love of coding by learning to create animations and computer games using Scratch, a graphical programming language developed by MIT. Taught by AP Computer Science high s...

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Children's Workshop Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Event Details:

Ignite the love of coding by learning to create animations and computer games using Scratch, a graphical programming language developed by MIT.

1-2-3 Play with Me

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Lapham Meeting Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Enjoy 45 minutes of open play time with your child followed by circle time. For children ages 18 months to 5 years old with an adult. Registration required. 

Registration Closed
Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Lapham Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Event Details:

Enjoy 45 minutes of open play time with your child followed by circle time. For children ages 18 months to 5 years old with an adult. Registration required. 

Special Library Hours: 11am - 5pm

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Port Washington Public Library

The library is open from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm on Thanksgiving Eve.

Closing
Branches:
Port Washington Public Library
Description:

The library is open from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm on Thanksgiving Eve.

Library Closed for Thanksgiving

All Day
Port Washington Public Library

The Library will be closed for Thanksgiving.

Closing
Branches:
Port Washington Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed for Thanksgiving.

Using the Cricut: Holidays

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hagedorn Meeting Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Technology, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

In this program tech librarian Meaghan will be showing and discussing how to use the library Cricut Maker 3 for making gifts and decorations. Bring your questions and curiosity!&nb...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Hagedorn Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology, Workshop
Required
Event Details:

In this program tech librarian Meaghan will be showing and discussing how to use the library Cricut Maker 3 for making gifts and decorations. Bring your questions and curiosity!  

Discussion Group (Ages 60+) with Lilyan Strassman

Discussion Group (Ages 60+) - Topic - Wish Upon a Star: A Science Based Idea

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lapham Meeting Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an informal discussion that aims to build community with intelligent discussion, laughter, and social interaction.  This month's topic - Wish Upon a Star: A S...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Lapham Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop
Required
Event Details:

Join us for an informal discussion that aims to build community with intelligent discussion, laughter, and social interaction.  This month's topic - Wish Upon a Star: A Science Based Idea.

Empire Safety Council Defensive Driving Course

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 9:30am - 3:30pm
Hagedorn Meeting Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Community Service, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Empire Safety Council Defensive Driving Course will be offered on Saturday, December 14 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Seating is limited and registration is required and beg...

Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Hagedorn Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Service, Workshop
Required
Event Details:

The Empire Safety Council Defensive Driving Course will be offered on Saturday, December 14 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Winter Card Workshop

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Workshop Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Make a special card for a loved one! In this workshop children will choose and assemble a very special winter themed card for the holidays. For children in 3rd to 6th grade. Regist...

Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Children's Workshop Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Required
Event Details:

Make a special card for a loved one! In this workshop children will choose and assemble a very special winter themed card for the holidays. For children in 3rd to 6th grade. Registration required.

Library Closed for Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Port Washington Public Library

The library is closed on December 24 & 25 for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Closing
Branches:
Port Washington Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on December 24 & 25 for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Library Closed for New Years

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
Port Washington Public Library

The Library is closed for on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. 

Closing
Branches:
Port Washington Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. 

Creative Readers Middle & High School Book Club

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hagedorn Meeting Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Event Details:

Creative Readers is starting a pilot program for middle and high school students who have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. The program will have participants activel...

Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Hagedorn Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Creative Readers is starting a pilot program for middle and high school students who have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

1-2-3 Play with Me

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Lapham Meeting Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Enjoy 45 minutes of free play with your child. For children ages 1 1/2 to 5 years old with an adult. Registration required. 

Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Lapham Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Event Details:

Enjoy 45 minutes of free play with your child. For children ages 1 1/2 to 5 years old with an adult. Registration required. 

Chess

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Workshop Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Games, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Grades 1- 6
Event Details:

Learn the rules and strategies of chess and practice what you have learned by playing against your peers. For children in 3rd to 6th grade. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lib...

Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Children's Workshop Room
Age Group: Children, Grades 1- 6
Program Type: Games, Workshop
Required
Event Details:

Learn the rules and strategies of chess and practice what you have learned by playing against your peers. For children in 3rd to 6th grade. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library in memory of Lawrence Kamisher.

Discussion Group (Ages 60+) with Lilyan Strassman

Discussion Group (Ages 60+) - Topic - TBD

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lapham Meeting Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an informal discussion that aims to build community with intelligent discussion, laughter, and social interaction.  This month's topic - TBD The group will...

Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Lapham Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop
Required
Event Details:

Join us for an informal discussion that aims to build community with intelligent discussion, laughter, and social interaction.  This month's topic - TBD

Creative Readers Middle & High School Book Club

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hagedorn Meeting Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Event Details:

Creative Readers is starting a pilot program for middle and high school students who have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. The program will have participants activel...

Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Hagedorn Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Creative Readers is starting a pilot program for middle and high school students who have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

Cricut Craft Jr: Winter Mug Workshop

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Children's Workshop Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Grades 1- 6
Event Details:

Draw your own winter wonderland—think snowflakes, mittens, or cute snowmen—and watch your design magically transfer onto a mug! Kids will use the Cricut Machine and its accessories...

Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Children's Workshop Room
Age Group: Children, Grades 1- 6
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Required
Event Details:

Draw your own winter wonderland—think snowflakes, mittens, or cute snowmen—and watch your design magically transfer onto a mug! Kids will use the Cricut Machine and its accessories. Materials will be provided. Registration required.

1-2-3 Play with Me

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Lapham Meeting Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Enjoy 45 minutes of free play with your child. For children ages 1 1/2 to 5 years old with an adult. Registration required. 

Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Lapham Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Event Details:

Enjoy 45 minutes of free play with your child. For children ages 1 1/2 to 5 years old with an adult. Registration required. 

Chess

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Workshop Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Games, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Grades 1- 6
Event Details:

Learn the rules and strategies of chess and practice what you have learned by playing against your peers. For children in 3rd to 6th grade. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lib...

Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Children's Workshop Room
Age Group: Children, Grades 1- 6
Program Type: Games, Workshop
Required
Event Details:

Learn the rules and strategies of chess and practice what you have learned by playing against your peers. For children in 3rd to 6th grade. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library in memory of Lawrence Kamisher.

Hot Chocolate Bomb Workshop

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Workshop Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Food/Cooking, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Grades 1- 6
Event Details:

Make yummy winter themed hot chocolate bombs! For children in 2nd to 6th grades. Registration required.   *Please contact Children's Library Staff in advance to not...

Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Children's Workshop Room
Age Group: Children, Grades 1- 6
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food/Cooking, Workshop
Required
Event Details:

Make yummy winter themed hot chocolate bombs! For children in 2nd to 6th grades. Registration required.

 

*Please contact Children's Library Staff in advance to notify for any food allergies.*

Empire Safety Council Defensive Driving Course

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 9:30am - 3:30pm
Hagedorn Meeting Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Community Service, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Empire Safety Council Defensive Driving Course will be offered on Saturday, January 18 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Seating is limited and registration is required and begins on...

Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Hagedorn Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Service, Workshop
Required
Event Details:

The Empire Safety Council Defensive Driving Course will be offered on Saturday, January 18 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Special Library Hours: 1-5 pm

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Port Washington Public Library

The Library will be open from 1:00 - 5:00 pm for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. 

Closing
Branches:
Port Washington Public Library
Description:

The Library will be open from 1:00 - 5:00 pm for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. 

Special Library Hours: 1-5 pm

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Port Washington Public Library

The Library will be open from 1:00 - 5:00 pm for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. 

Closing
Branches:
Port Washington Public Library
Description:

The Library will be open from 1:00 - 5:00 pm for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. 

1-2-3 Play with Me

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Lapham Meeting Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Enjoy 45 minutes of free play with your child. For children ages 1 1/2 to 5 years old with an adult. Registration required. 

Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Lapham Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Event Details:

Enjoy 45 minutes of free play with your child. For children ages 1 1/2 to 5 years old with an adult. Registration required. 

Chess

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Workshop Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Games, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Grades 1- 6
Event Details:

Learn the rules and strategies of chess and practice what you have learned by playing against your peers. For children in 3rd to 6th grade. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lib...

Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Children's Workshop Room
Age Group: Children, Grades 1- 6
Program Type: Games, Workshop
Required
Event Details:

Learn the rules and strategies of chess and practice what you have learned by playing against your peers. For children in 3rd to 6th grade. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library in memory of Lawrence Kamisher.