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All are welcome at the Friends of the Library's Paperback Swap on Saturday, October 17,&nbsp; from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. in the PWPL's Lapham Meeting Room. At this event, patrons of ALL ages -- adults, teens, and children -- share thousands of books. You don't need to bring a book to take a book!
Please bring if you can:
--Gently used adult and teen paperbacks
--ANY children's books (paperbacks, hard covers or board books )
Please do not bring:
--Adult hard covers
--Books with loose pages, broken spines, water damage or mold
--Nonfiction books with outdated content (old travel guides, test prep, etc.)
Books accepted ONLY during the event hours; please do not leave books outside the library or in the lobby.&nbsp;

Local Event: FOL Free Paperback Swap Returns!

FOL Free Paperback Swap Returns!

All are welcome at the Friends of the Library's Paperback Swap on Saturday, October 17,  from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. in the PWPL's...

Eight-day culinary celebration showcases specially curated prix fixe menus at 17 participating Port Washington restaurants 
This fall, the Port Washington BID invites residents and visitors to pull up a chair, discover a new favorite restaurant, and experience the diverse flavors that make the community one of Long Island’s most inviting dining destinations. 
Port Washington Restaurant Week will take place Sunday, October 18, through Sunday, October 25, 2026, bringing together 17 local restaurants for an eight-day celebration of food, hospitality, and the village’s vibrant business community. Sponsored by the Port Washington Business Improvement District, the event will feature specially curated prix fixe menus designed to make exploring Port Washington’s dining scene both delicious and accessible. 
From comforting Italian classics and waterfront dining to ramen, Thai cuisine, Mediterranean specialties, dim sum, wine-bar fare, and more, Restaurant Week offers diners an opportunity to travel the world without leaving Port Washington. 
Holly Byrne, Executive Director, Port Washington Business Improvement District said, “Restaurant Week is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the talented restaurateurs who help define Port Washington’s character, while encouraging residents and visitors alike to explore our business district, support local businesses, and enjoy the many flavors our community has to offer.” 
Curated menus and accessible pricing 
During Port Washington Restaurant Week, participating restaurants will offer specially curated prix fixe menus for dine-in guests: 
<ul><li>Three-course dinner menus will be offered at either $35 or $48 </li></ul>
<ul><li>Select restaurants may offer two-course lunch menus for $21 </li></ul>
<ul><li>Some participating restaurants may feature optional add-on items for an additional cost </li></ul>
Prix fixe offerings do not include gratuity, tax, or beverages and are available for dine-in only. On the final day of the event, Saturdayt, October 24, prix fixe menus will be available until 6:00 p.m., and diners are encouraged to plan their visits accordingly. 
Whether it is a casual lunch with colleagues, a long-overdue gathering with friends, a date night, or an evening spent discovering a restaurant for the first time, Port Washington Restaurant Week offers a reason to make a reservation and make a day of it. Visitors are encouraged to stroll Main Street and the surrounding business districts, visit neighborhood shops, and experience the welcoming energy that makes Port Washington a destination in every season. 
Participating restaurants 
The 2026 participating restaurants include: 
<a href="https://apramen.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">AP Ramen</a>, 57 Main Street, Port Washington, <a href="tel:+15166908166" target="_blank">5</a>16-690-8166 
<a href="https://www.ayhansmarketplace.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Ayhan’s Shish Kebab</a>, 293 Main Street, Port Washington, 516-767-1400 
<a href="https://bosphoruscafegrill.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Bosphorus Café Grill</a>, 183 Shore Road, Port Washington, 516-321-9999 
<a href="https://www.chadathaibistro.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Chada Thai Bistro</a>, 24B Main Street, Port Washington, 516-883-3940 
<a href="https://www.finnmaccoolsny.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Finn MacCool's</a>, 205 Main Street, Port Washington, 516-944-3439 
<a href="https://www.florasrestaurants.com/floras-wine-bar-port-washington" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Flora’s Wine Bar &amp; Café</a>, 172 Main Street, Port Washington, 516-734-5612 
<a href="https://www.ginosofportwashington.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Gino’s of Port Washington</a>, 48 Main Street, Port Washington, 516-944-0276 
<a href="https://www.ikedoramen.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Ikedo Ramen,</a> 983 Port Washington Blvd, Port Washington, 516-441-5780&nbsp; 
<a href="https://jia-dimsum.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Jia Dim Sum</a>, 84 Old Shore Road, Port Washington, 516-488-4801 
<a href="https://ninosbeach.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Nino’s Beach</a>, 43 Orchard Beach Blvd, Port Washington, 516-502-0441 
<a href="https://port-washington-thai.webflow.io/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Port Washington Thai</a>, 170 Main Street, Port Washington, 516-789-2999 
<a href="https://www.rivabluristorante.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Riva Blu</a>, 283 Main Street, Port Washington, 516-321-9233 
<a href="https://www.ruka99.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Ruka Asian Fusion</a>, 99 Main Street, Port Washington, 516-883-5460 
<a href="https://sullivansquay.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sullivan's Quay</a>, 541 Port Washington Blvd., Port Washington, 516-883-3122 
<a href="https://www.thewildgooseli.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Wild Goose</a>, 75 Main Street, Port Washington, 516-441-5505 
<a href="https://www.toscaniniristoranteitaliano.com/?utm_source=gbp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Toscanini Ristorante Italiano</a>, 179 Main Street, Port Washington, 516-944-0755 
Participating restaurant menus and details on available lunch, dinner, and add-on offerings will be posted as they become available at <a href="https://portwashingtonbid.org/restaurant-week/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">portwashingtonbid.org/restaurant-week</a>. Diners are encouraged to review the event webpage before visiting to compare menus, pricing, and availability at each location. 
About Port Washington Restaurant Week 
Port Washington Restaurant Week is an eight-day culinary celebration sponsored by the Port Washington Business Improvement District. Held from Sunday, October 18, through Sunday, October 25, 2026, the event highlights the community’s independent restaurants through specially curated prix fixe menus and encourages residents and visitors to explore Port Washington’s distinctive dining scene. 
For participating restaurants, menu details, and event updates, visit <a href="https://portwashingtonbid.org/restaurant-week/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">portwashingtonbid.org/restaurant-week</a>.

Local Event: Port Washington Restaurant Week Returns

Port Washington Restaurant Week Returns

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