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Easter Sunday - Library is Closed

All Day
Port Washington Public Library
Closing
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Port Washington Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group

Discussion Group (Ages 60+) Topic - April: What Makes Your Heart Bloom?

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lapham Meeting Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an informal discussion that aims to build community with intelligent discussion, laughter, and social interaction.  This month's topic - April: What Makes Your Heart Bloom?

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Lapham Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration 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 - April: What Makes Your Heart Bloom?

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group

Teen Gaming

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 7:00pm
TeenSpace at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Games, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)

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

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

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

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Chess

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Workshop Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Games, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, School Age

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 March 30.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Children's Workshop Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Games, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

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 March 30.

Disclaimer(s)

Child Registration

Register the child(ren) ONLY. If registering with an adult card, please update the name to the child. To register multiple children, click "Add other user."

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Crazy 8s Math Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Workshop Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, School Age

For grades K-2

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Children's Workshop Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: STEAM, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

For grades K-2

Disclaimer(s)

Child Registration

Register the child(ren) ONLY. If registering with an adult card, please update the name to the child. To register multiple children, click "Add other user."

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Soak & Sparkle: Tween Bath Salt Lab

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Workshop Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, School Age

For grades 4 to 6

A fun, relaxing DIY workshop especially for Tweens.

Come and create custom bath salts —perfect for spring and a little self-care fun!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Children's Workshop Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

For grades 4 to 6

A fun, relaxing DIY workshop especially for Tweens.

Come and create custom bath salts —perfect for spring and a little self-care fun!

Disclaimer(s)

Child Registration

Register the child(ren) ONLY. If registering with an adult card, please update the name to the child. To register multiple children, click "Add other user."

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Chess

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Workshop Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Games, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, School Age

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 March 30.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Children's Workshop Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Games, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

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 March 30.

Disclaimer(s)

Child Registration

Register the child(ren) ONLY. If registering with an adult card, please update the name to the child. To register multiple children, click "Add other user."

This event is in the "Adults" group

Beginner Sewing : Reusable Bowl Cover

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The Lab at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Technology, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

In honor of Earth day, learn how to sew a sustainable reusable bowl cover. This class is for adults and teens only. Registration begins April 8th. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: The Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

In honor of Earth day, learn how to sew a sustainable reusable bowl cover. This class is for adults and teens only. Registration begins April 8th. 

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Raised Bed Gardening Workshop

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Hagedorn Meeting Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Everyone

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.

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

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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Crazy 8s Math Club

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Workshop Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, School Age

For grades K-2

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Children's Workshop Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: STEAM, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

For grades K-2

Disclaimer(s)

Child Registration

Register the child(ren) ONLY. If registering with an adult card, please update the name to the child. To register multiple children, click "Add other user."

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group

Teen Pom Pom Sushi Workshop

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Lapham Meeting Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)

Learn how to create non-edible sushi with yarn and pom-pom makers. Each project will also come with a set of chopsticks that you can decorate as well. Registration begins April 9.
 
 

 

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

Learn how to create non-edible sushi with yarn and pom-pom makers. Each project will also come with a set of chopsticks that you can decorate as well. Registration begins April 9.
 
 

 

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group

Teen Craft Bedazzle and Razzle Dazzle

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Mezzanine Meeting Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)

Unleash your inner artist in this exciting workshop experience! Dive into the sparkling world of bedazzling, where rhinestones turn ordinary items into extraordinary treasures. Get ready to sparkle, shine, and celebrate your one-of-a-kind style!

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

Unleash your inner artist in this exciting workshop experience! Dive into the sparkling world of bedazzling, where rhinestones turn ordinary items into extraordinary treasures. Get ready to sparkle, shine, and celebrate your one-of-a-kind style!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Chess

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Workshop Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Games, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, School Age

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 March 30.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Children's Workshop Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Games, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

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 March 30.

Disclaimer(s)

Child Registration

Register the child(ren) ONLY. If registering with an adult card, please update the name to the child. To register multiple children, click "Add other user."

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Crazy 8s Math Club

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Workshop Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, School Age

For grades K-2

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Children's Workshop Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: STEAM, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

For grades K-2

Disclaimer(s)

Child Registration

Register the child(ren) ONLY. If registering with an adult card, please update the name to the child. To register multiple children, click "Add other user."

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group

Teen Journaling Wellness Workshop

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lapham Meeting Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)

Feeling a bit stressed about upcoming exams? Come join us and discover fun, creative ways to express your feelings with simple journaling prompts. This is a relaxed space to write it out—no pressure and sharing is completely voluntary.

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

Feeling a bit stressed about upcoming exams? Come join us and discover fun, creative ways to express your feelings with simple journaling prompts. This is a relaxed space to write it out—no pressure and sharing is completely voluntary.

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group

Intro to Computer Science with Python

Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Hagedorn Meeting Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)

Discover coding through Python—a beginner-friendly, professional programming language used for data science, AI, web development, and more. Students learn the fundamentals through short, focused lessons and lots of hands-on practice.

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

Discover coding through Python—a beginner-friendly, professional programming language used for data science, AI, web development, and more. Students learn the fundamentals through short, focused lessons and lots of hands-on practice.

This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group

Print & Press: Star Wars Puzzles

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Lab at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Technology, Workshop
Age Group:
School Age, Teens (Grades 7-12)

May the fourth be with you! In this class you will use Canva to create a Star Wars design, that will then be sublimated onto a small puzzle. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: The Lab
Age Group: School Age, Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

May the fourth be with you! In this class you will use Canva to create a Star Wars design, that will then be sublimated onto a small puzzle. 

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Button Making

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
The Lab at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Technology, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Everyone

Come in and learn how to make buttons for any occasion!

Our button machine makes two different button sizes, 1 inch and 1.5 inch. 

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

Come in and learn how to make buttons for any occasion!

Our button machine makes two different button sizes, 1 inch and 1.5 inch. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Children's Day Craft

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Workshop Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, School Age

For children in grades K-6.

May 5th is celebrated as Children's Day in Korea and Japan.

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

For children in grades K-6.

May 5th is celebrated as Children's Day in Korea and Japan.

Disclaimer(s)

Child Registration

Register the child(ren) ONLY. If registering with an adult card, please update the name to the child. To register multiple children, click "Add other user."

This event is in the "Adults" group

The World of Digital Audio: Part 1 - 'Decoding' the Digital World

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
The Lab at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture, Technology, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Ever wonder what the difference is between an MP3 and a FLAC file, or why "bit rates" actually matter? PWPL Librarian Tony Traguardo will guide you on a deep dive into the 'DNA' of digital sound.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: The Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture, Technology, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ever wonder what the difference is between an MP3 and a FLAC file, or why "bit rates" actually matter? PWPL Librarian Tony Traguardo will guide you on a deep dive into the 'DNA' of digital sound.

This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Cricut All Abilities: Monarch Butterflies

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Lab at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Technology, Workshop
Age Group:
School Age, Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults

Make monarch butterflies using the Cricut Maker 3. 

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. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: The Lab
Age Group: School Age, Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make monarch butterflies using the Cricut Maker 3. 

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. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Chess

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Workshop Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Games, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, School Age

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 March 30.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Children's Workshop Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Games, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

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 March 30.

Disclaimer(s)

Child Registration

Register the child(ren) ONLY. If registering with an adult card, please update the name to the child. To register multiple children, click "Add other user."

This event is in the "Adults" group

Discussion Group (Ages 60+) Topic - We Are Stardust - Truth or Fiction

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lapham Meeting Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an informal discussion that aims to build community with intelligent discussion, laughter, and social interaction.  This month's topic - We Are Stardust - Truth or Fiction.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Lapham Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration 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 - We Are Stardust - Truth or Fiction.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Crazy 8s Math Club

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Workshop Room at Port Washington Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, School Age

For grades K-2

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Port Washington Public Library
Room: Children's Workshop Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: STEAM, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

For grades K-2

Disclaimer(s)

Child Registration

Register the child(ren) ONLY. If registering with an adult card, please update the name to the child. To register multiple children, click "Add other user."