The Library will be Closed Friday September 19th for staff training.
all Events
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
This the bi-monthly meeting for Sky Kids, presented by Skyscrapers, Inc. Please note that this meeting is exclusively for young astronomers who have pre-registered during the informational meeting held on September 24, 2025.
No... 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 adults only, no... 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 - 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 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!
Tuesday, October 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: balance, flexibility, strength,... Read More
Tuesday, October 28
10:30am - 11:00am
Story Time for babies aged 0-18 months! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Tuesday, October 28
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 28
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reading an abridged version of this famous early American story, Fred Zilian will delight us with the beautiful prose of Washington Irving, tickle our imaginations with Irving’s descriptions of Ichabod Crane, Katrina van Tassel, Brom Bones, and... Read More
Wednesday, October 29
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 29
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Get ready for a night of fun and fright at the Portsmouth Free Public Library! On October 29 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm, the Children's Library is hosting a Family Halloween Party full of crafts, treats, and spooky surprises for kids up... Read More
Thursday, October 30
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime for children age 3 and up! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Monday, November 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. Cribbage boards and cards are provided, you provide the fun. This card... Read More
Monday, November 03
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library board meeting
Tuesday, November 04
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, November 04
10:30am - 11:00am
Story Time for babies aged 0-18 months! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Tuesday, November 04
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
Wednesday, November 05
10:00am - 12:00pm
Portsmouth Garden Club Board Meeting
Wednesday, November 05
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Wednesday, November 05
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, November 05
6:00pm - 7:00pm
This the bi-monthly meeting for Sky Kids, presented by Skyscrapers, Inc. Please note that this meeting is exclusively for young astronomers who have pre-registered during the informational meeting held on September 24, 2025.
No... Read More
Thursday, November 06
10:00am - 12:00pm
Flower arrangements for Taste of Portsmouth
Thursday, November 06
10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime for children age 3 and up! This storytime is a drop event; no registration is required.
Friday, November 07
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Portsmouth Free Public Library invites you to our 24th annual "Taste of Portsmouth" fundraising event at the Library, 2658 East Main Road, on Friday, November 7, from 7 PM to 9 PM. This is a wonderful evening of samples of wine, beer, and amazing... Read More