Events
Wednesday, May 22
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons (5e) adventure and become a hero on dangerous quests to search for treasure, battle deadly foes, or carry out daring feats. Haven't played before? No problem, this adventure is welcoming to all levels of... Read More
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
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
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
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
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
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Copies will be available for checkout at the adult circulation desk. No sign up is required to attend in person. If you would like to attend the 4:30 PM discussion remotely, please register so that a meeting link can be sent to you.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 18
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Copies will be available for checkout at the adult circulation desk. No sign up is required to attend in person. If you would like to attend the 4:30 PM discussion remotely, please register so that a meeting link can be sent to you.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, June 19
9:00am - 5:00pm
The Library is closed today. We will reopen tomorrow at 9 am.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Friday, June 21
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 22
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, June 24
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 25
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Come to the library and have your own henna design applied! Registration is limited to 20 participants.. There will be some table top games and a craft set up to keep teens busy while waiting their turn. Size restrictions will apply based on number... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Thursday, June 27
10:30am - 11:30am
Details to follow
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, July 02
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
Thursday, July 04
9:00am - 6:00pm
The Library is closed today. We will reopen on Friday at 9 am.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Friday, July 05
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
Monday, July 08
11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us to share your favorite books and learn about new ones to read this summer!!
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, July 08
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
Friday, July 12
10:30am - 11:30am
Performance by Circus Dynamics. Watch as feats of juggling, tricks, comedy and much more are performed in this family friendly event.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, July 13
1:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens entering grades 6-12: Join us for an afternoon of gaming and virtual reality with One Up Games. There will be a variety of games to choose from, and their VR area will be set up as well. Registration is limited due to size and computers, and... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, July 15
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, July 16
4:30pm - 5:30pm
More info soon.
Copies will be available for checkout at the adult circulation desk. No sign up is required to attend in person. If you would like to attend the 4:30 PM discussion remotely, please register so that a meeting link can be sent to... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, July 16
6:30pm - 7:30pm
More info soon.
Copies will be available for checkout at the adult circulation desk. No sign up is required to attend in person. If you would like to attend the 4:30 PM discussion remotely, please register so that a meeting link can be sent to... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, July 17
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Watercolor instruction for students entering Grades 6-12 in the fall.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Friday, July 19
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, July 20
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, July 22
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, July 22
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Local artist John Irwin will guide the class in this fun and informative 2-hour session. Taking you step by step, John will go through the process of starting a painting and attendees will add or subtract certain elements and decide when it is... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Thursday, July 25
10:30am - 11:00am
Coming soon!
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room