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Wantagh

Since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic, the Wantagh Public Library was closed for many months, but recently reopened for browsing (see website for details). Curbside lending and drop-offs are also available. In addition, the library has a full program of virtual classes, story time for children and programs for teens.

In Wantagh, the library pulls out all the stops for Dr. Seuss’s birthday in early March, bringing back retired teachers and librarians to read to local kids.

During the summer, the library hosts reading programs for children, young adults and adults. In 2019, it held a “pub-crawl without the alcohol” — a scavenger hunt whose participants included 52 of Nassau County’s 54 libraries, with prizes and local themed events.

With all of what these the library provides, it’s no wonder why so many residents check it out all year round.

Herald file photo Left photo: Children don’t have to be quite so quiet at Wantagh Library’s Family Place.

Seaford

As in Wantagh and most Nassau County libraries, the Seaford Public Library is now open with limited capacity and services (see website).

The library offers a broad range of virtual programs for all age groups, as well as online ordering and curside pick-up and drop-off.

Every March, the library goes mad about tea during its Mad Hatter Tea Party. Children come from all over to drink a spot of tea while sporting wacky hats.

During the summer, the library hosts exciting summer reading programs for children, young adults and adults. In 2019, it held the “pub-crawl without the alcohol” — a scavenger hunt whose participants included 52 of Nassau County’s 54 libraries, with prizes and local themed events.

The library offers a free Saturday evening outdoor concert series, an author series, outdoor movies and a comedy night.

With all of what this library provides, it’s no wonder why so many residents check it out all year round.

Wantagh Public Library

3285 Park Ave., Wantagh 221-1200 www.wantaghlibrary.org Director: Joan Morris

Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday:

9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in July and August) Sunday: Closed

Seaford Public Library

2234 Jackson Ave., Seaford 221-1334 www.seafordlibrary.org Director: Frank McKenna

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday:

10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday: 1 to 9 p.m. Friday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m (9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from mid June through early September) Sunday: Closed

Levittown Public Library

1 Bluegrass Lane, Levittown 731-5728 www.levittownpl.org Director: Trina Reed

Monday through Friday:

9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday: Closed