The Gold Coast Public Library in Glen Head and the Locust Valley Library has together received over $265,000 for both libraries to begin various and extensive construction projects. The funding … more

This year, the Henry Waldinger Memorial Library alongside 196 other public libraries and systems statewide, will receive a lift in aid totaling $34 million in funding for their renovation and … more

After weeks of traveling all over Nassau County, sisters Marion Dodson and Lorraine Bianco were tired but elated when they received their final sticker for visiting all of the 58 libraries and … more

Numerous public libraries on the North Shore have banded together to offer library patrons a wider selection of virtual programs, forming the North Shore Programming Consortium. Consisting of the … more

T he competition to tour each library in Nassau County was so fierce that members of the Katz family of North Bellmore did not want to waste time stopping for lunch, so they packed snacks. In … more

Libraries provide a space to gather safely, provide access to information, resources and advocate for literacy and education. They are a haven for lifelong learning and serve as a safe space for the … more

Digital art has become increasingly accessible, but there’s still a lot to learn about creating your own digital masterpieces before you put your stylus to any digital canvas. Getting started with digital art can be intimidating, given the wide variety of devices and software to take into consideration before you can even open your first blank canvas, but for those looking to explore the world of pixelated paints, the Glen Cove Public Library is offering a series of digital art workshops. Although future dates are yet to be determined, attendees can expect to have free access to iPads during their lessons, as well as tips on navigating Procreate, Apple’s digital art software. more

Juneteenth is a new federal holiday, having only been named as such in 2021, but already in the last two years it has become both a celebration and chance to reflect on the impact and struggles faced … more

Kids from East Meadow blasted off into space exploration at the East Meadow Public Library last weekend for its Moon, Mars and Beyond event. NASA ambassadors were there to give exhibit tours, the … more

Laurie Lico Albanese has memories of growing up in East Meadow and spending time studying at the East Meadow Public Library. Now, Albanese, 63, an author of three novels and a memoir and the … more