Libraries with free outdoor play spaces for kids

Libraries transform grounds into playful, educational spaces for children and families.

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Upcoming Events

Levittown-Hickville Seniors Meet

Jun24

Seniors come together to play Bingo, Card Games and Mahjong. Join a group or bring your own.

Where

Levittown Hall Community Center

201 Levittown Pkwy.

Levittown, NY

Phone

516-433-0596

Price

$2 weekly donation

Book Club: Good Dirt

Jun25

Discussion of the novel "Good Dirt" by Charmaine Wilkerson, held in-person and on Zoom, register

Where

Lakeview Public Library

1120 Woodfield Rd.

Rockville Centre, NY

Phone

516-536-3071

Price

free

The Paul Effman Band

Jun25

250th USA Birthday Show and Summer Reading Kickoff. This musical tribute will feature patriotic arrangements alongside hits from the decades that shaped our cultural landscape.

Where

Rockville Centre Public Library

221 N Village Ave.

Rockville Centre, NY

Phone

516-766-6257

Price

free

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