Sands-Willets House

Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary at the historic Sands-Willets House in Port Washington on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 12-4 p.m. Admission is free!
The Cow Neck Peninsula Historical Society will mark America’s 250th anniversary with a special open house celebration on Saturday, July 25, from 12-4 p.m. at the historic Sands-Willets House at 336 Port Washington Blvd. in Port Washington.
The event will honor the Revolutionary-era legacy of the Sands family and the role the Cow Neck Peninsula played in the fight for independence. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the circa 1735 Sands home, where the seven sons of John Sands III were born and raised, becoming Patriots during the American Revolution. As visitors explore the property, Revolutionary War reenactors and period music will help recreate the spirit of the era. The Historical Society will also honor local Patriots buried in family cemeteries in the Port Washington area.
At the July 25 event, knowledgeable docents will be on hand, sharing stories of colonial life, Revolutionary-era events and the peninsula’s rich local history. 
For this special anniversary event, visitors can peruse all 10 rooms of the Sands-Willets House, a rare opportunity to wander through the historic property at their own pace. Visitors can also explore the Society’s circa 1690 Dutch Colonial barn, which houses antique farming and shell-fishing implements. Free parking at Vincent Smith School.

Local Event: Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary at the Historic Sands-Willets House in Port Washington

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Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary at the...

Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary at the historic Sands-Willets House in Port Washington on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from...

Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary at the Historic Sands-Willets House in Port Washington

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Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council will have facilitated enrollers trained by NY State Department of Health to assist&nbsp;adults and children who&nbsp;are blind or disabled, and anyone over the age of 65 enroll in the Medicaid programs they are eligible for at this time. For more information, please call the Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council&nbsp;at 631-435-3000.

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Enjoy a friendly game of Mah Jongg. &nbsp;It’s a great opportunity to connect, play, and spend time with others who love the game. &nbsp;A limited number of Mah Jongg sets and cards are available. &nbsp;Feel free to bring your own or call ahead to reserve.&nbsp;

Local Event: Mah Jongg Meetup

Mah Jongg Meetup

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Join Marisa Horowitz-Jaffe for an introduction to the art and history of Ancient Rome. &nbsp;Travel back in time and visit famous landmarks, learn about the destruction of Pompeii, and investigate how images and ideas from Ancient Rome still impact all of us today.&nbsp; The Zoom login information will be emailed to you before the program.&nbsp;<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdx6PSPRkcsZ_cHnDq-1xAL__HVnwtgQRgNBgtq6bo_2CtkRw/viewform?usp=publish-editor" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Register here</a>.


The North Shore Programming Consortium consists of six local libraries (Bayville, Glen Cove, Gold Coast, Locust Valley, Oyster Bay and Sea Cliff) that have come together to bring our patrons more of a variety in adult programming in a more cost effective way. We hope you enjoy the programs now accessible from the Consortium!&nbsp; This program is hosted by the Glen Cove Public Library.

Local Event: Virtual Program: When in Rome! Discovering the Art of Ancient Rome

Virtual Program: When in Rome! Discovering the...

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North Shore Historical Museum

Join us for the official opening of our US 250th anniversary exhibit, exploring why the colonies broke from Britain and how the North Shore of Long Island experienced the Revolutionary War and British occupation. The exhibit features numerous historical books paired with expanded descriptive text that explains the North Shore’s role in the conflict—from local soldiers at the Battle of Long Island to families who evacuated across the Sound to Connecticut. Visitors will also enjoy a special section displaying photographs and a commemorative flag from Glen Cove’s 1976 Bicentennial celebration, connecting our community’s past and present in honoring America’s fight for independence.Please RSVP so we can best plan refreshments.

Local Event: Free Exhibit Opening: Revolution on the Shoreline

Free Exhibit Opening: Revolution on the Shoreline

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Local historian Jake Finamore presents the stories of more than 15 Gilded Age and Gatsby-era estates that once defined Glen Cove. From long-lost mansions of some of the nation’s wealthiest families to hidden surviving estates, this lecture features rare photographs and little-known stories that bring Glen Cove’s vanished grandeur back to life. <a href="https://glencovelibrary.libcal.com/event/16969390" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register here</a>.

Local Event: The Forgotten Estates of Glen Cove, Long Island

The Forgotten Estates of Glen Cove, Long Island

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Meet up with friends or make some new ones. Play a board or card game from the Library's collection or feel free to bring your favorite games from home.&nbsp; Please be advised that games are available anytime - just ask at the Reference Desk.

Local Event: Game Night - Now Includes Mah Jongg

Game Night - Now Includes Mah Jongg

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Meet up with other knitters or crocheters. Whether you’re new to knitting or you’ve been doing it for years, it’s always more fun with friends! &nbsp; Start a new project or bring a current one. Participants should bring their own needles and yarn.

Local Event: Knitting & Crocheting Club

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You, Me &amp; Tuscany follows a woman who unexpectedly finds herself staying at an empty Italian villa and posing as the owner's fiancée. Amid the beauty of Tuscany, she discovers an unexpected romance that could change her life forever. 105 min. (PG-13) 2026. <a href="https://glencovelibrary.libcal.com/event/17081737" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register here</a>.

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The first Downtown Sounds Teen Showcase highlights local teens and their varied talents in the arts. The Teen Showcase will take place at 7 p.m. on select days. Please be sure to check our social media and website where it will be announced week to week.
This year’s Teen Showcase will feature song performances from cast members of local theater productions
If you have suggestions or interest in performing in our Teen Showcase please email us at downtownsoundsteenidol@gmail.com

Local Event: Teen Showcase: Finley Middle School Drama Club: The Wizard of Oz

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The Teen Showcase will begin at 7pm before the Downtown Sounds concerts
Finley Middle School Drama Club: The Wizard of Oz

The...

Teen Showcase: Finley Middle School Drama Club: The Wizard of Oz

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Downtown Sounds is growing and expanding; this year will feature additional musical acts on a smaller second stage in July. The second stage will be located on School Street by Highland (in front of La Famiglia and Asian Fusion). Music starts at 7pm.
Ray Lambiase is a veteran New York singer-songwriter, who has just released his sixth full length CD, Perfume Like a Full Moon.&nbsp; Featuring ten new original songs, the album is his most personal and reflective collection to date.&nbsp; His previous well-received releases include The Road Ahead, Kid Bayonne and The Ballad of Three Finger Brown, whose title track has become a staple of college radio at the start of each baseball season.
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He has performed in concert with Steve Forbert, Suzanne Vega, Eric Anderson, Graham Parker, Marshall Crenshaw and many others.

Local Event: Downtown Sounds Off the Square: Ray Lambiase & the Acoustic Tin Kickers

Downtown Sounds Off the Square: Ray Lambiase &...

Downtown Sounds is growing and expanding; this year will feature additional musical acts on a smaller second stage in July. The...

Downtown Sounds Off the Square: Ray Lambiase & the Acoustic Tin Kickers

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Local Event: Downtown Sounds: Pop Divas Through the Decades ft. The Chiclettes

Downtown Sounds: Pop Divas Through the Decades...

Pop Divas
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America’s LARGEST interactive true crime mystery dinner show is now playing in Long Island, NY!
At The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show, you’ll tackle a challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The criminal is lurking somewhere in the room, and <a href="https://www.thedinnerdetective.com/pittsburgh/what-to-expect/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect</a> before you know it!
Each admission includes our fantastic dinner, mystery entertainment, wait staff gratuity, prize package for Top Sleuth, and much more!

Local Event: The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show

The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show

America’s LARGEST interactive true crime mystery dinner show is now playing in Long Island, NY!
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Local Event: Glen Cove High School Class of 1986 – 40th Reunion

Glen Cove High School Class of 1986 – 40th Reunion

 The Class of 1986 is celebrating 40 years and hosting an 80s Reunion Celebration for all Glen Cove High School alumni from the...

Staff from The Alzheimer's Association will highlight research-based brain-healthy habits and provide strategies for supporting brain health throughout life. <a href="https://glencovelibrary.libcal.com/event/16929018" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register here</a>.

Local Event: Building Brain-Healthy Habits

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A registered nurse from St. Francis Hospital will be conducting free blood pressure screenings on the first Wednesday of each month from 1pm to 3pm. &nbsp;No appointment required. Participation will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

Local Event: Blood Pressure Screening

Blood Pressure Screening

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Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a special History Room program highlighting treasures from our archives. Explore four historic American flags and uncover the stories they carry from our nation’s past to the present day. Presented by Lydia Wen. <a href="https://glencovelibrary.libcal.com/event/16785772" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register here</a>.

Local Event: Stars, Stripes & Stories

Stars, Stripes & Stories

Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a special History Room program highlighting treasures from our archives. Explore...

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Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary at the Historic Sands-Willets House in Port Washington

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Sands-Willets House, 336 Port Washington Blvd, Port Washington, NY

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