all Events
Thursday, May 16
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Introducing 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 Kindergarten, First and Second Graders... Read More
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
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
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
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
Saturday, May 18
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Introducing 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 Third, Fourth and Fifth Graders ONLY!... Read More
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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.
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
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.
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
Thursday, May 23
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime for children age 3 and up! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Thursday, May 23
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime for children age 3 and up! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
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
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
Monday, May 27
9:00am - 8:00pm
The Library is closed today. We will reopen on Tuesday at 9 am.
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
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.
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
Tuesday, May 28
6:00pm - 7:30pm
More information soon.
In partnership with Atria Senior Living, the Library will host a cooking program with Chef Kerrie.
This program is funded by the RI Foundation. This program is free and open to the public but registration is recommended. ... Read More
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.
Thursday, May 30
9:00am - 11:00am
Take Down photography exhibit
Thursday, May 30
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime for children age 3 and up! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Thursday, May 30
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime for children age 3 and up! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.