Events
Saturday, May 16
9:00am - 12:00pm
Get ready for a morning of BIG trucks and BIG fun!
Join us at Glen Park on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM for our exciting Touch-a-Truck Annual Fundraiser event. Families are... Read More
Event Location: Off Site
Sunday, May 17
2:00am - 4:00pm
Presentation to Alliance Francaise de Newport by the French Commandant styding at the Naval War College. Followed by a social gathering with refreshments.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, May 18
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Cribbage with Jackie, Carol, and the gang! For Adults (18+) only.
Our Cribbage Group is now full. Inquire at our Reference Desk for future openings.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, May 18
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Step into a world of magic and mystery as you join us for an exhilarating Dungeons & Dragons adventure! Become a legendary hero, embarking on dangerous quests to uncover hidden treasures, face off against fearsome foes, and perform daring... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, May 19
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: balance, flexibility, strength,... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, May 19
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 19
12:30pm - 1:45pm
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: balance, flexibility, strength,... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, May 19
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for a discussion of The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. Maine, 1789: When the Kennebec River freezes, entombing a man in the ice, Martha Ballard is summoned to examine the body and determine cause of death. As a midwife and healer,... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, May 19
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us for a discussion of The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. Maine, 1789: When the Kennebec River freezes, entombing a man in the ice, Martha Ballard is summoned to examine the body and determine cause of death. As a midwife and healer,... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, May 20
9:00am - 11:00am
meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, May 20
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 20
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
Wednesday, May 20
6:00pm - 7:00pm
educational workshop/seminar based on social security and taxes in retirement
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Thursday, May 21
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 21
11:30am - 1:00pm
Internal Meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Friday, May 22
3:30pm - 5:00pm
Internal Meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Sunday, May 24
9:00am - 8:00pm
The Library is Closed today. We will reopen on Tuesday at 9 am.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, May 25
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 26
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: balance, flexibility, strength,... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, May 26
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 26
12:30pm - 1:45pm
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: balance, flexibility, strength,... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, May 27
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 27
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Join others to play this classic game of skill, strategy, and luck. Mahjong is a fun activity that gives your brain a workout while socializing with others. Guest instructors will help new participants get started. This new program is open to... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, May 27
5:00pm - 8:00pm
The Library is now on summer hours.
Mondays & Tuesdays 9 am to 8 pmWednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 9 am to 5 pmSaturdays 9 am to 1 pmClosed Sundays
We will resume our winter hours following the Labor Day holiday in September.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Thursday, May 28
10:00am - 11:00am
Circle of Pride Ambassador Meeting. We are a part of The Village Common of Rhode Island, a community organization of members and volunteers working together to enhance the experience of growing older for LGBTQ+ Older Adults in Rhode Island. Our... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Thursday, May 28
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 28
5:00pm - 6:00pm
The Library is now on summer hours.
Mondays & Tuesdays 9 am to 8 pmWednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 9 am to 5 pmSaturdays 9 am to 1 pmClosed Sundays
We will resume our winter hours following the Labor Day holiday in September.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Friday, May 29
9:00am - 5:00pm
The Portsmouth Garden Club and the Library have joined forces to offer a lovely selection of vegetables, houseplants, perennials, and more! Enjoy a treat from our baked sale, too.
This fundraiser will benefit both organizations. Cash only, please... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Friday, May 29
5:00pm - 6:00pm
The Library is now on summer hours.
Mondays & Tuesdays 9 am to 8 pmWednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 9 am to 5 pmSaturdays 9 am to 1 pmClosed Sundays
We will resume our winter hours following the Labor Day holiday in September.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, May 30
9:00am - 1:00pm
The Portsmouth Garden Club and Portsmouth Free Public Library have joined forces for their 6th Annual Plant Sale at the Library on Saturday, May 30 from 9 AM to 1 PM. You will find a lovely selection of vegetables, houseplants, and perennials for... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, May 30
1:00pm - 5:00pm
The Library is now on summer hours.
Mondays & Tuesdays 9 am to 8 pmWednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 9 am to 5 pmSaturdays 9 am to 1 pmClosed Sundays
We will resume our winter hours following the Labor Day holiday in September.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, June 01
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Cribbage with Jackie, Carol, and the gang! For Adults (18+) only.
Our Cribbage Group is now full. Inquire at our Reference Desk for future openings.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, June 01
6:30pm - 7:45pm
Battle of Rhode Island Chapter, Financial Committee meeting.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 02
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: balance, flexibility, strength,... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 02
12:30pm - 1:45pm
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: balance, flexibility, strength,... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 02
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Welcome to our monthly mystery club!
Join us on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 to discuss a new selection. We will read a variety of mystery stories throughout the year: thrillers, whodunits, cozies, police procedurals, and even books... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, June 03
10:00am - 12:00pm
Portsmouth Garden Club Board Meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, June 03
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Join others to play this classic game of skill, strategy, and luck. Mahjong is a fun activity that gives your brain a workout while socializing with others. Guest instructors will help new participants get started. This new program is open to... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Friday, June 05
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Join fellow crafters/stitchers for a social hour while working on your current WIP. Please, no sewing machines. Drop in, no registration required.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, June 06
10:00am - 12:00pm
Annual homeowners meeting.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, June 08
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Cribbage with Jackie, Carol, and the gang! For Adults (18+) only.
Our Cribbage Group is now full. Inquire at our Reference Desk for future openings.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, June 08
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library board meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 09
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: balance, flexibility, strength,... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 09
12:30pm - 1:45pm
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: balance, flexibility, strength,... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 09
6:00pm - 7:30pm
We host educational classes for local retirees and pre-retirees throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts. These events are designed to help people better understand key retirement topics like Social Security timing, retirement tax planning, and... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Thursday, June 11
12:00pm - 4:45pm
A beautiful display of Portsmouth Garden Club memebers horticulture specimens and house plants.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Friday, June 12
10:00am - 4:45pm
A beautiful display of Portsmouth Garden Club members horticulture specimens and house plants.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, June 13
10:00am - 11:00pm
A beautiful display of Portsmouth Garden Club memebers horticulture specimens and house plants.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, June 15
9:00am - 8:00pm
More info coming soon!
Event Location: Teen Space