Port Washington Public Library

Join Tanisha Mitchell as she explores the life and career of Luciano Pavarotti (1935-2007). Sponsored by OSDIA John Michael Marino Lodge #1389 and the John Michael Marino Foundation. This event is part of the Library's celebration of Italian-American Heritage Month Celebration. Register here:&nbsp;<a href="https://portwashington.librarycalendar.com/event/sandwiched-94105" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">portwashington.librarycalendar.com/event/sandwiched-94105</a>

Local Event:  Sandwiched In with Tanisha Mitchell – Luciano Pavarotti

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 Sandwiched In with Tanisha Mitchell – Luciano...

Join Tanisha Mitchell as she explores the life and career of Luciano Pavarotti (1935-2007). Sponsored by OSDIA John Michael...

 Sandwiched In with Tanisha Mitchell – Luciano Pavarotti

Join us at the Library as we spotlight community member, Scott Reich, who is the author of a new book, "One Day in September - Baseball, Brotherhood and the Birth of the All-Star Game", which tells the little-known story of a baseball game played on a September afternoon at Fenway Park in 1917. The game's greatest stars, Babe Ruth, Ty Cobb, "Shoeless" Joe Jackson, Tris Speaker, Walter Johnson, Connie Mack and more took the field together in an exhibition played not for standings or championships, but for a colleague who had died, and for a cause larger than the game itself. Mr. Reich will appear in conversation with John O'Connell, former president the PWPL Board of Trustees. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Local Event: Community Spotlight with Scott Reich: Author of "One Day In September"

Community Spotlight with Scott Reich: Author of...

Join us at the Library as we spotlight community member, Scott Reich, who is the author of a new book, "One Day in September -...

Community Spotlight with Scott Reich: Author of "One Day In September"

Join us at the Port Washington Public Library for a live performance featuring legendary musical artists The Cowsills as they make a return appearance! This incredible trio has made our library their Long Island "residence.” Bob, Susan and Paul Cowsill will once again delight our audience with their harmonies, stories, humor, and classic hit songs. Sponsored by the FOL.

Local Event: SoundSwap: THE COWSILLS Are Back!

SoundSwap: THE COWSILLS Are Back!

Join us at the Port Washington Public Library for a live performance featuring legendary musical artists The Cowsills as they...

Join us at the Library on Sunday, November 15 at 2:30 p.m. in the Lapham Room and on Zoom for FOL University, the Friends of the Library’s scholarly lecture series. This event will feature Stony Brook Professor Dr. Elyse Graham, author of Book and Dagger: How Scholars and Librarians Became the Unlikely Spies of World War II. Thrillingly paced and rigorously researched, Book and Dagger is the gripping true story of espionage about a group of academics who helped beat the Nazis―a tale that reveals the indelible power of the humanities to change the world. Dr. Graham will discuss how the war was fought on battlefields but possibly won in libraries. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Register at pwpl.org/events. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Register here:&nbsp;<a href="https://portwashington.librarycalendar.com/event/fol-university-hold-97150" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">portwashington.librarycalendar.com/event/fol-university-hold-97150</a>

Local Event: FOL University Featuring Dr. Elyse Graham

FOL University Featuring Dr. Elyse Graham

Join us at the Library on Sunday, November 15 at 2:30 p.m. in the Lapham Room and on Zoom for FOL University, the Friends of...

Join historian and author Claire Bellerjeau at the Library as she shares her exciting new research about David Maltbie, a Patriot spy from Connecticut who gathered intelligence in New York during the Revolutionary War. Sponsored by the FOL.

Local Event: Sandwiched In with Claire Bellerjeau: The Discovery of David Maltbie

Sandwiched In with Claire Bellerjeau: The...

Join historian and author Claire Bellerjeau at the Library as she shares her exciting new research about David Maltbie, a...

Sandwiched In with Claire Bellerjeau: The Discovery of David Maltbie

Join us at the Library as we near the end of our celebration of America at 250. Museum educator Alice W. Iglehart will conduct an in-depth exploration of a 19th-century painting depicting a turning point in the 1776 War of Independence from the British. Sponsored by the FOL.

Local Event: Art Lecture with Alice Iglehart: Washington Crossing the Delaware

Art Lecture with Alice Iglehart: Washington...

Join us at the Library as we near the end of our celebration of America at 250. Museum educator Alice W. Iglehart will conduct...

Art Lecture with Alice Iglehart: Washington Crossing the Delaware

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Jay Estate

<img src="https://jayheritagecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Balloon-300x200.jpg">Jay Day is our classic fall family festival held annually at the 23-acre award-winning Jay Estate with offerings for everyone! Join us on Sunday, October 25 from 11am - 3pm. New this year in honor of the Montgolfier Brothers invention of the hot-air balloon in 1783 - you guessed it - learn all about the thermodynamics of these beautiful aircrafts from <a href="https://www.libertyballoon.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Liberty Balloon Company</a>. Enjoy outdoor activities and old-fashioned entertainment as we commemorate America 250 with a very special chance to see authentic centuries-old artifacts of the Revolutionary War at the historic first home of patriot and peacemaker John Jay. <a href="https://youtu.be/1-5rBwbfv08?si=7Y61Jf0fiNcaNAr2" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Watch a video from last year's festival here.&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;
<a href="https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/b5a7d988-48ca-4a56-bb9b-28da36e2bc0e" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">REGISTER HERE TO AVOID THE LINES.</a>
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FAMILY ACTIVITIES
* Silhouette artist <a href="https://www.sweet-silhouette.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Varin Acevado</a> will create heirloom portraits. * Stilt walkers &amp; jugglers ensure super photo ops for the whole family! * Professional facepainters from <a href="https://www.jamesdaniel.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">James Daniel Entertainment </a>will create butterflies and dragons with deft dabs of paint and glitter! * Join the <a href="https://www.ryetroop2.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Rye Boy Scouts Troop 2</a> for boat racing in the reflecting pool * Create your own take-home origami animals with talented volunteers from our Japanese community partners in Harrison. * Try your hand at special geocaching activities in honor of America at 250 highlighting John Jay's role as spymaster during the Revolutionary War. * Make a self-portrait with artist <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ellenjingxu/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Jing (Ellen) Xu </a>and ColorWorld. * Learn about robotics and STEAM with <a href="https://www.makeinspires.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">MakeInspires.</a> * Don't miss the rocket show with <a href="https://newyorkcity.madscience.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Mad Science!</a> * Pony rides and the petting zoo are family favorites!

ALL AGES
* Self-guided tours of<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/history/rev-war?utm_campaign=NYSOGS+Parks-RevWar250&amp;utm_source=Google&amp;utm_medium=Search&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=23972741403&amp;gbraid=0AAAABD-CRbX_77SLGE4f5AlYAwtMckwIS&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwlsfWBhD4ARIsACL7p1GnNW59-3sZb1eG8wDrPXmniU0OpY52GakfKQTDy-DZfXtRno0_JBwaAnZYEALw_wcB" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Revisit the Revolution Exhibit</a> at the Jay Mansion. * Self-guided tours of the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens (2022 NYS Nonprofit Excellence, 2023 ICAA Landscape Design, 2026 GCA Historic Preservation). * Nibble on savories from food trucks and local favorites like Cousins Lobster Roll, Jimmy's Soft Serve, Crazy Taco Mex, Food Truck Refinery, Westchester Burger and Mangones Market. * LIVE Music from <a href="https://www.brooklynbluegrass.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Brooklyn Bluegrass Collective</a>. * Horse-drawn Carriage Rides by Pelham Bit Carriages. * Shop for the holidays early or for any occasion - explore gorgeous jewelry, sweaters, fine art photographs, handcrafted Japanese pottery from <a href="https://nslifestyles.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">NS Lifestyles</a>, <a href="https://shopthebeehive.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Beehive</a>, <a href="https://www.crichlowfineart.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Crichlow Fine Art</a>, <a href="https://hirokosceramics.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Hiroko's Ceramics</a> and many more bespoke offerings from our vendors * Learn about 10,000 years of archaeology beneath our feet with Dr. Eugene Boesch.
More activities being added every day! Admission is $50 per family and $20 individual.
Thank you to our Jay Day Co-Chairs Lindsay Bello Martin, Claire Weschler, Jennifer Soliman and Julia Thalhammer and 2026 RCDS Community Engagement Fellow Ellora Shah.&nbsp;
More volunteers welcome! Contact us at <a href="mailto:jayheritagecenter@gmail.com">jayheritagecenter@gmail.com</a> to sign up for a shift.
The Jay Heritage Center (JHC) is a dynamic nonprofit which manages the Jay Estate in Rye, New York. The 23-acre park that they have preserved and interpreted since 1992 is an award-winning culture hub and wildlife refuge on Long Island Sound. Located in the heart of Westchester’s only National Historic Landmark District, the site welcomes visitors April through November to learn about our nation’s flawed yet precious democracy through indoor and outdoor public programs. Offerings about American History feature prominent writers and educators. Free horticulture and birding workshops teach guests about native plants and wildlife. Family-friendly concerts draw hundreds for old-fashioned fun and unplugged enjoyment. The site is a member of NY State's Path Through History and Westchester County's African American Heritage Trail. Sign up to volunteer or access all they offer at <a href="https://jayheritagecenter.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.jayheritagecenter.org</a>
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Local Event: Jay Day - Fall Family Festival

Jay Day - Fall Family Festival

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Sandwiched In with Tanisha Mitchell – Luciano Pavarotti

OCT

30

12:00 PM

Port Washington Public Library, 1 Library Dr, Port Washington, NY

Community Spotlight with Scott Reich: Author of "One Day In September"

NOV

4

7:00 PM

Port Washington Public Library, 1 Library Dr, Port Washington, NY

SoundSwap: THE COWSILLS Are Back!

NOV

13

7:30 PM

Port Washington Public Library, 1 Library Dr, Port Washington, NY

FOL University Featuring Dr. Elyse Graham

NOV

15

2:30 PM

Port Washington Public Library, 1 Library Dr, Port Washington, NY

Sandwiched In with Claire Bellerjeau: The Discovery of David Maltbie

NOV

20

12:00 PM

Port Washington Public Library, 1 Library Dr, Port Washington, NY

Art Lecture with Alice Iglehart: Washington Crossing the Delaware

DEC

9

12:00 PM

Port Washington Public Library, 1 Library Dr, Port Washington, NY

Jay Day - Fall Family Festival