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Tuesday, October 14
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
Tuesday, October 14
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
Tuesday, October 14
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Kids in grades 3-5 are invited to join us for an in-person paint party with artist Julie Harrold. All supplies will be provided, and kids will go home with their own masterpiece! Registration is required, and limited. Registration will open on... Read More
Tuesday, October 14
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join us for a candy filled Halloween paint party! Various candy will be available for snacking and collecting while participating in a fun Halloween themed paint party. Learn how to paint a haunted house while... Read More
Wednesday, October 15
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
Friday, October 17
10:30am - 11:15am
Get ready for a magical morning! Beloved children’s author Jill Austin is returning to the Portsmouth Free Public Library for a special storytime on Friday, October 17, 2025 at 10... Read More
Saturday, October 18
10:00am - 12:00pm
Ask, and you shall receive! Join us for our new Saturday edition of Fiber Arts - now you have TWO opportunities and times/days to join in the fun!
Looking for a place to work on your current WIP? On the 3rd Saturday of every month, we will have a... Read More
Saturday, October 18
10:00am - 12:00pm
Ask, and you shall receive! Join us for our new Saturday edition of Fiber Arts - now you have TWO opportunities and times/days to join in the fun!
Looking for a place to work on your current WIP? On the 3rd Saturday of every month, we will have a... Read More
Saturday, October 18
10:00am - 12:00pm
Ask, and you shall receive! Join us for our new Saturday edition of Fiber Arts - now you have TWO opportunities and times/days to join in the fun!
Looking for a place to work on your current WIP? On the 3rd Saturday of every month, we will have a... Read More
Saturday, October 18
1:00pm - 2:00pm
5 Things You Should Know About Financial Aid
Learn how to navigate the financial path to college and understand financial aid components like the FAFSA, scholarships, grants, federal loans, and options for financing the gap.
Gina... Read More
Saturday, October 18
1:00pm - 2:00pm
5 Things You Should Know About Financial Aid
Learn how to navigate the financial path to college and understand financial aid components like the FAFSA, scholarships, grants, federal loans, and options for financing the gap.
Gina... Read More
Monday, October 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. Cribbage boards and cards are provided, you provide the fun. This card... Read More
Monday, October 20
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
Tuesday, October 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: balance, flexibility, strength,... Read More
Tuesday, October 21
10:30am - 11:00am
Story Time for babies aged 0-18 months! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Tuesday, October 21
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
Tuesday, October 21
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for a discussion of Hunting Shadows by Charles Todd. A dangerous case with ties leading back to the battlefields of World War I dredges up dark memories for Scotland Yard Inspector Ian Rutledge in Hunting Shadows, a gripping and... Read More
Tuesday, October 21
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for a discussion of Hunting Shadows by Charles Todd. A dangerous case with ties leading back to the battlefields of World War I dredges up dark memories for Scotland Yard Inspector Ian Rutledge in Hunting Shadows, a gripping and... Read More
Tuesday, October 21
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us for a discussion of Hunting Shadows by Charles Todd. A dangerous case with ties leading back to the battlefields of World War I dredges up dark memories for Scotland Yard Inspector Ian Rutledge in Hunting Shadows, a gripping and... Read More
Tuesday, October 21
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us for a discussion of Hunting Shadows by Charles Todd. A dangerous case with ties leading back to the battlefields of World War I dredges up dark memories for Scotland Yard Inspector Ian Rutledge in Hunting Shadows, a gripping and... Read More
Wednesday, October 22
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Wednesday, October 22
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
Wednesday, October 22
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Registration for the 2025–2026 Sky Kids program is full
This the bi-monthly meeting for Sky Kids, presented by Skyscrapers, Inc. Please note that this meeting is exclusively for ... Read More
Thursday, October 23
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime for children age 3 and up! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Friday, October 24
9:30am - 11:30am
The Library will host a flu clinic staffed by Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice non-profit organization. The RI Department of Health purchases and distributes flu vaccine to providers such as Visiting Nurse. Clinics are for RI residents or those... Read More
Saturday, October 25
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
Monday, October 27
1:00pm - 4:30pm
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. Cribbage boards and cards are provided, you provide the fun. This card... Read More
Monday, October 27
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Do you know a girl interested in learning more about Girl Scouts? Come join us for an introductory meeting! Girls will be able to participate in activities and traditions just like a regular Girl Scout meeting... and meet new friends!