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Seeds for the Early Spring Garden - In-person lecture

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

Our friend, Pauley the Plant Man, discusses when and how to plant your seeds to create a flourishing spring garden, including both vegetable and flower seeds.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Our friend, Pauley the Plant Man, discusses when and how to plant your seeds to create a flourishing spring garden, including both vegetable and flower seeds.

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

Jackie Mason - In-person lecture

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

Presenter Jack Schnur examines the life and career of Jackie Mason in this program featuring clips from Mason’s stand-up appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show, The Dean Martin S

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Presenter Jack Schnur examines the life and career of Jackie Mason in this program featuring clips from Mason’s stand-up appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show, The Dean Martin S

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

AARP Tax Assistance

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:30pm
Combined Room C & D at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

AARP Tax Aide free tax preparation and filing.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room C & D
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

AARP Tax Aide free tax preparation and filing.

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

FILM-Thelma- 97 min., (PG-13), 2024

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Auditorium at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

When 93-year-old Thelma Post gets duped by a phone scammer pretending to be her grandson, she sets out on a treacherous quest across the city to reclaim what was taken from her. 

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

When 93-year-old Thelma Post gets duped by a phone scammer pretending to be her grandson, she sets out on a treacherous quest across the city to reclaim what was taken from her. 

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

AARP Tax Assistance

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:30pm
Combined Room C & D at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

AARP Tax Aide free tax preparation and filing.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room C & D
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

AARP Tax Aide free tax preparation and filing.

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

FILM-Juror #2- 114 min., (PG-13), 2024

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Auditorium at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

While serving as a juror in a high-profile murder trial, a family man finds himself struggling with a serious moral dilemma, one he could use to sway the jury verdict and potentially convict or free the wrong killer. 

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

While serving as a juror in a high-profile murder trial, a family man finds himself struggling with a serious moral dilemma, one he could use to sway the jury verdict and potentially convict or free the wrong killer. 

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

Book Chats with Anna Katsavos

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Combined Room C & D at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

Book Chats with Anna Katsavos- Flashlight by Susan Choi

Attend in-person or register below to attend via Zoom. 

Registration instructions:

 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room C & D
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Book Chats with Anna Katsavos- Flashlight by Susan Choi

Attend in-person or register below to attend via Zoom. 

Registration instructions:

 

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

AARP Tax Assistance

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:30pm
Combined Room C & D at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

AARP Tax Aide free tax preparation and filing.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room C & D
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

AARP Tax Aide free tax preparation and filing.

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

FILM-The Horse Whisperer- 170 min., (PG-13), 1998

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Auditorium at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

A gifted Montana horseman tries to mend the relationship between a horse and the daughter of an editor after a tragic accident. 

Starring Robert Redford, Kristin Scott Thomas, and Scarlett Johansson.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

A gifted Montana horseman tries to mend the relationship between a horse and the daughter of an editor after a tragic accident. 

Starring Robert Redford, Kristin Scott Thomas, and Scarlett Johansson.

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

Floral Impressions on Ceramics – Acrylic Painting Workshop

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

In this acrylic art workshop, we’ll paint graceful floral branches on ceramic tiles. Learn simple brush techniques and color blending while creating a beautiful finished piece to take home.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

In this acrylic art workshop, we’ll paint graceful floral branches on ceramic tiles. Learn simple brush techniques and color blending while creating a beautiful finished piece to take home.

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

Raphael: Sublime Poetry - In-Person Lecture

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

The Metropolitan Museum of Art will present the first comprehensive exhibition on Raphael (1483-1520) in the United States from March 29 through June 28, 2026, bringing together more than 200 of the artist’s greatest masterpieces and rarel

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

The Metropolitan Museum of Art will present the first comprehensive exhibition on Raphael (1483-1520) in the United States from March 29 through June 28, 2026, bringing together more than 200 of the artist’s greatest masterpieces and rarel

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

AARP Smart Driving Course - In-Person Class

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 9:30am - 4:30pm
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

In-Person Registration is required open to all beginning March 25

FEE:  $25.00 per person for AARP Members, $30.00 per person for non-members.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

In-Person Registration is required open to all beginning March 25

FEE:  $25.00 per person for AARP Members, $30.00 per person for non-members.

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

FILM-Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale- 123 min., (PG), 2025

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Auditorium at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

When Mary finds herself in a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble, the household grapples with the threat of social disgrace. The Crawley’s must embrace change with the next generation leading Downton Abbey into the future.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

When Mary finds herself in a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble, the household grapples with the threat of social disgrace. The Crawley’s must embrace change with the next generation leading Downton Abbey into the future.

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

Celebrating the 100th Birthday of Dick Van Dyke – In-person lecture

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

Carl Reiner struck comic gold when he saw Bye Bye Birdie and discovered actor, singer, dancer, and comedian Dick Van Dyke.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Carl Reiner struck comic gold when he saw Bye Bye Birdie and discovered actor, singer, dancer, and comedian Dick Van Dyke.

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

Leontyne Price: From Mississippi to the Met - In-person lecture

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

Leontyne Price was a soprano whose voice was described as rich, supple, and shining.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Leontyne Price was a soprano whose voice was described as rich, supple, and shining.

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

FILM-How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days-116 min., (PG-13), 2003

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Auditorium at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

A journalist writing an article about repelling men is wooed by an appealing ad man out to prove his own charm. 

Starring Kate Hudson, Matthew McConaughey and Adam Goldberg.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

A journalist writing an article about repelling men is wooed by an appealing ad man out to prove his own charm. 

Starring Kate Hudson, Matthew McConaughey and Adam Goldberg.

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

Herbs & More - In-person lecture

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

Join our friend, Pauley the Plant Man, as he shares expert tips on growing herbs successfully.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Join our friend, Pauley the Plant Man, as he shares expert tips on growing herbs successfully.

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

FILM-The Ballad of Wallis Island- 99 min., (PG-13), 2025

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Auditorium at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

An eccentric lottery winner who lives alone on a remote island tries to make his fantasies come true by getting his favorite musicians to perform at his home. 

Starring Tom Basden, Tim Key, and Carey Mulligan.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

An eccentric lottery winner who lives alone on a remote island tries to make his fantasies come true by getting his favorite musicians to perform at his home. 

Starring Tom Basden, Tim Key, and Carey Mulligan.

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

Book Chats with Anna Katsavos

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Combined Room C & D at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

Book Chats with Anna Katsavos- My Friends by Frederik Backman

Attend in-person or register below to attend via Zoom. 

Registration instructions:

 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room C & D
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Book Chats with Anna Katsavos- My Friends by Frederik Backman

Attend in-person or register below to attend via Zoom. 

Registration instructions:

 

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

AARP Smart Driving Course - In-Person Class

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 9:30am - 4:30pm
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

In-Person Registration is required- open to all beginning April 15

FEE:  $25.00 per person for AARP Members, $30.00 per person for non-members.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

In-Person Registration is required- open to all beginning April 15

FEE:  $25.00 per person for AARP Members, $30.00 per person for non-members.

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

FILM- Broke- 103 min., (R), 2025

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Auditorium at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

Follows True Brandywine, a struggling rodeo rider, as he gets trapped in a blizzard and must confront his life choices while battling the elements for survival.

Starring Wyatt Russell, Dennis Quaid, and Mary McDonell.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Follows True Brandywine, a struggling rodeo rider, as he gets trapped in a blizzard and must confront his life choices while battling the elements for survival.

Starring Wyatt Russell, Dennis Quaid, and Mary McDonell.

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

Marcel Duchamp - In-Person Lecture

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

Marcel Duchamp (1887–1968) is one of the most influential artists of the modern and post-modern periods.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Marcel Duchamp (1887–1968) is one of the most influential artists of the modern and post-modern periods.

This event is in the "Adult Program" group

FILM-Springsteen: Deliver me from Nowhere- 119 min., (PG-13), 2025

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Auditorium at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

Bruce Springsteen’s journey crafting his 1982 album Nebraska, which emerged as he recorded Born in the USA with the E Street Band. 

Starring Jeremy Allen White, Jeremy Strong, and Paul Walter Hauser.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Bruce Springsteen’s journey crafting his 1982 album Nebraska, which emerged as he recorded Born in the USA with the E Street Band. 

Starring Jeremy Allen White, Jeremy Strong, and Paul Walter Hauser.

Memorial Day - Library Closed

All Day
Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library

The Library will be closed all day.

Closing
Branches:
Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed all day.