Events
Monday, September 09
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, September 09
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library board meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, September 11
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Staff Meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Thursday, September 12
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
Saturday, September 14
9:00am - 12:45pm
Do you have roots in the original thirteen colonies, the Quebec area, what is now California and Texas, or 18th Century France or Spain? The fight for American Independence succeeded with the assistance of many people beyond the colonies. Black and... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, September 16
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, September 17
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, September 17
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for a discussion of The Ruin by Dervla McTiernan. When Aisling Conroy's... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, September 17
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us for a discussion of The Ruin by Dervla McTiernan. When Aisling Conroy's... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, September 18
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, September 18
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, September 18
6:30pm - 7:45pm
We are thrilled to announce Marie Force will be here with us for a discussion and to help celebrate Library Card Sign Up month!
Bestselling author Marie Force, a Portsmouth resident, will speak at the library on September 18 at 6:30 p.m. She will... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Thursday, September 19
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, September 19
1:00pm - 2:00pm
More info soon.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Friday, September 20
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, September 21
9:30am - 1:30pm
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, September 23
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, September 23
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Explore the Stars with Sky Kids at Portsmouth Free Public Library!
Discover the wonders of the night sky with Sky Kids, a FREE children's program hosted by volunteers from Skyscrapers, Inc., a group of amateur astronomers who love... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, September 24
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, September 24
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Portsmouth Free Public Library will host an overview of the activities of the Portsmouth Conservation Committee in the presentation “Discover Your Portsmouth” on Tuesday, September 24 at 6:30 PM. The Committee will highlight some historic sites in... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, September 25
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, September 25
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
Thursday, September 26
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, September 28
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, September 30
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, September 30
6:30pm - 7:30pm
On June 1, 2023 after retiring, Donna and Mike loaded up their 25' Airstream Flying Cloud and left Florida on a one year camping trip. Most people said they wouldn’t last 3 months. They returned to Portsmouth in June of 2024. Come hear all about... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, October 01
10:00am - 12:00pm
Portsmouth Garden Club Board Meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, October 01
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, October 01
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Monthly NARFE Meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, October 01
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, October 02
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, October 02
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Annual Condominium Association Meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Thursday, October 03
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, October 04
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, October 07
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, October 07
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library board meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, October 08
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, October 08
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, October 08
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, October 08
6:30pm - 7:45pm
Informational event covering the basics of Social Security and discuss strategies for maximizing your benefits
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, October 09
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, October 09
6:30pm - 7:45pm
Please join Laurie Greaney to discuss what DAR is, how to join, and how DAR will serve the community. Portsmouth has an important place in America's history, from Anne Hutchinson and her followers to the Battle of Rhode Island. Laurie will help you... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Thursday, October 10
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, October 10
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
Friday, October 11
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Present and discuss 2025 proposed budget
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Sunday, October 13
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, October 14
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, October 15
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, October 15
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, October 15
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