Events
Thursday, May 16
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime for children age 3 and up! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Event Location: Children’s Room
Thursday, May 16
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pokemon Club at the Portsmouth Library! Have cards at home but not sure how to play? Love playing and want to do it more? Head to library to learn and play with friends!
This program is for grades K through 5! Parents are required to stay to... Read More
Event Location: Children’s Room
Thursday, May 16
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Behavior is a powerful form of communication and is one of the primary ways for people with dementia to communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use language is lost. However, some behaviors can present real challenges for caregivers... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Friday, May 17
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Another year of Fiber Arts! We are so excited for the growth and new faces we see each month. If you are any type of fiber artist (knitter, crocheter, tatting, hand sewing, felting, etc.,) please join us for an hour of comradiere and discussion.... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, May 18
10:00am - 12:00pm
Join Dungeon Master Naiara for a one-shot adventure! Become a hero on a dangerous quest to search for treasure, battle deadly foes, or even carry out daring rescues.
Haven't played before? No problem, this is for all levels of players. The... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, May 20
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Now is your chance to improve your skill at cribbage! Join experienced cribbage players Carol and Jackie and play with others, newcomers and more experienced players alike. Crbbage boards and cards are provided, you provide the fun. This card... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, May 20
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Ice Cream Social
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, May 21
10:30am - 11:00am
Story Time for babies aged 0-18 months! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Event Location: Children’s Room
Tuesday, May 21
10:45am - 12:00pm
Marie is back with more chair yoga exercises! Chair yoga is a gentle approach to Yoga that is practiced sitting in a chair, and, often, standing using our chair. Participants receive all the benefit of Yoga:
Helps with Balance
Improves... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, May 21
12:30pm - 1:45pm
The Library is so excited to be offering a second session of Chair Yoga with Marie! This session immediately follows the first class except there will be no class on the first Tuesday of the month. To reach as many people as possible, please do not... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, May 21
3:30pm - 4:00pm
Join us for Afternoon Story Time with Portsmouth High School Student Daphne! This event is open to all children and families up to grade 5. No registration is required. It is an excellent opportunity to visit the library, listen to books, and... Read More
Event Location: Children’s Room
Tuesday, May 21
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join us for a discussion of lots of books! At this meeting we will:
1. Talk about the next year’s picks. Because we have lots of great suggestions and a pretty big group of readers, we will have to limit book... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, May 22
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Event Location: Children’s Room
Wednesday, May 22
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Most people become eligible for Medicare when they turn 65. Your Medicare enrollment steps will differ depending on whether or not you are collecting retirement benefits or currently working. Christopher Ireland, SHIP Program Counselor from Child... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, May 22
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Come learn about this new “senior helping senior” program being launched on Aquidneck Island! Rides to appointments, errands, household chores, a friendly call are all accessible through this network.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, May 22
5:30pm - 7:30pm
A Dungeons & Dragons (5e) adventure for adults.
Registration is full.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Thursday, May 23
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime for children age 3 and up! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Event Location: Children’s Room
Saturday, May 25
10:00am - 12:00pm
Whether you’re joining a painting course for the first time or refreshing your painting skill, this class is a fun intro to watercolor that will light up your way! Each Saturday will cover a different image design and every attendee will leave with... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, May 27
9:00am - 8:00pm
The Library is closed today. We will reopen on Tuesday at 9 am.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, May 28
10:30am - 11:00am
Story Time for babies aged 0-18 months! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Event Location: Children’s Room
Tuesday, May 28
10:45am - 12:00pm
Marie is back with more chair yoga exercises! Chair yoga is a gentle approach to Yoga that is practiced sitting in a chair, and, often, standing using our chair. Participants receive all the benefit of Yoga:
Helps with Balance
Improves... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, May 28
12:30pm - 1:45pm
The Library is so excited to be offering a second session of Chair Yoga with Marie! This session immediately follows the first class except there will be no class on the first Tuesday of the month. To reach as many people as possible, please do... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, May 28
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Chef Kerrie from Atria Senior Living will prepare crabcake appetizers with a spicy pepper mayo, cucumber surimi cup appetizers, and surimi salad bread roll-ups. Wine will be paired with this menu. Easy chocolate walnut cranberry fudge will... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, May 29
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Event Location: Children’s Room
Thursday, May 30
9:00am - 11:00am
Take Down photography exhibit
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Thursday, May 30
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime for children age 3 and up! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Event Location: Children’s Room
Friday, May 31
9:00am - 5:00pm
Set up for plant sale fundraiser
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, June 01
9:00am - 1:00pm
Portsmouth Garden Club and Library plant sale fundraiser
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, June 03
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Now is your chance to improve your skill at cribbage! Join experienced cribbage players Carol and Jackie and play with others, newcomers and more experienced players alike. Crbbage boards and cards are provided, you provide the fun. This card... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, June 03
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library board meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 04
10:30am - 11:00am
Story Time for babies aged 0-18 months! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Event Location: Children’s Room
Tuesday, June 04
10:45am - 12:00pm
Marie is back with more chair yoga exercises! Chair yoga is a gentle approach to Yoga that is practiced sitting in a chair, and, often, standing using our chair. Participants receive all the benefit of Yoga:
Helps with Balance
Improves... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 04
12:30pm - 1:45pm
The Library is so excited to be offering a second session of Chair Yoga with Marie! This session immediately follows the first class except there will be no class on the first Tuesday of the month. To reach as many people as possible, please do not... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 04
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Welcome to our new monthly book club, centered around mysteries! Join us each month on the first Tuesday at 6:30 to discuss that month's selection. We will read a variety of mystery stories throughout the year. This group is open to readers 14+ as... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, June 05
10:00am - 12:00pm
Portsmouth Garen Club Board Meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, June 05
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Event Location: Children’s Room
Thursday, June 06
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime for children age 3 and up! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Event Location: Children’s Room
Friday, June 07
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Another year of Fiber Arts! We are so excited for the growth and new faces we see each month. If you are any type of fiber artist (knitter, crocheter, tatting, hand sewing, felting, etc.,) please join us for an hour of comradiere and discussion.... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, June 08
9:30am - 12:30pm
Come join us for a variety of American and Euro style board and card games, such as Terraforming Mars, Clank!, Carcassonne, Puerto Rico, Settlers of Catan, etc. Everyone is always welcome to join us - from the seasoned gamer to those who like to... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, June 10
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Now is your chance to improve your skill at cribbage! Join experienced cribbage players Carol and Jackie and play with others, newcomers and more experienced players alike. Crbbage boards and cards are provided, you provide the fun. This card... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, June 10
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join RI House of Representatives, Michele McGaw and Terri Cortvriend along with a representative from the RI Office of Energy who will be at the Library to discuss options for energy savings and available rebates to the public.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 11
10:45am - 12:00pm
Marie is back with more chair yoga exercises! Chair yoga is a gentle approach to Yoga that is practiced sitting in a chair, and, often, standing using our chair. Participants receive all the benefit of Yoga:
Helps with Balance
Improves... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 11
12:30pm - 1:45pm
The Library is so excited to be offering a second session of Chair Yoga with Marie! This session immediately follows the first class except there will be no class on the first Tuesday of the month. To reach as many people as possible, please do not... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 11
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Highland Planning is currently working with RIHousing and will be holding a public meeting regarding the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice and Consolidated Plan.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, June 12
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Expert rug hooker Roberta Conti will provide advice and enthusiasm for all rug-hookers, new and experienced alike. Bring your projects and enjoy the company of others as you work and learn this creative craft. This workshop is free and open to... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, June 15
11:30am - 1:00pm
More info soon
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, June 17
10:00am - 10:30am
Sign-up for summer reading book club "Lost Library" for grades 3-5.
Event Location: Children’s Room
Monday, June 17
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Now is your chance to improve your skill at cribbage! Join experienced cribbage players Carol and Jackie and play with others, newcomers and more experienced players alike. Crbbage boards and cards are provided, you provide the fun. This card... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 18
10:45am - 12:00pm
Marie is back with more chair yoga exercises! Chair yoga is a gentle approach to Yoga that is practiced sitting in a chair, and, often, standing using our chair. Participants receive all the benefit of Yoga:
Helps with Balance
Improves... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 18
12:30pm - 1:45pm
The Library is so excited to be offering a second session of Chair Yoga with Marie! This session immediately follows the first class except there will be no class on the first Tuesday of the month. To reach as many people as possible, please do... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room