Events
Monday, March 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. Crbbage boards and cards are provided, you provide the fun. This card... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, March 28
2:15pm - 3:30pm
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, we also stand utilizing our chair. Participants receive all the benefit of Yoga:
Helps with Balance
Improves... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, March 28
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Regular meeting of the dog park committee. Open to attendance by the public.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, March 29
6:30pm - 7:30pm
In recognition of Women's History month, Portsmouth Free Public Library will host a lecture on three Rhode Island women of the 19th and 20th centuries presented by Fred Zilian, Ph. D. A talented, independent-minded woman, Julia Ward Howe... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, April 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. Crbbage boards and cards are provided, you provide the fun. This card... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, April 03
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library board meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, April 04
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Monthly meeting of local NARFE chapter
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, April 05
10:00am - 12:00pm
Portsmouth Garen Club Board Meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, April 05
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Before 1990, it wasn’t safe to be dead in Rhode Island. Although the destruction of graves has been a felony since 1896, this did not stop property developers and road builders from destroying cemeteries that got in their way. And it did not stop... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Friday, April 07
3:30pm - 4:30pm
FIBER ARTS IS NOW 2X/MONTH!
Are you a knitter? Crocheter? Someone who enjoys embroidery, needlepoint, or spinning? Join us on the first AND third Friday of every month for a makers social. Bring your WIP and a beverage of choice and... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, April 08
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Three RI Poets will discuss poetry and read some of their works to celebrate National Poetry month in April: Carol Anderheggen (Portsmouth), Heather Sullivan (Portsmouth) and David Dragone (Middletown.) .
Carol Anderheggen was born Carol Mae Ray... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Sunday, April 09
1:00pm - 5:00pm
The Library is closed today. We will reopen on Monday at 9 am.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, April 10
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, April 10
6:30pm - 7:30pm
The whys and hows of backyard composting for the ambitious and the lazy.
Whether you aspire to be a fanatic graduate level "hot" composter or a laid-back "just-let-it-rot" "cold" composter (or something in between), this workshop will introduce the... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, April 11
2:15pm - 3:30pm
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, we also stand utilizing our chair. Participants receive all the benefit of Yoga:
Helps with Balance
Improves... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, April 11
6:00pm - 7:15pm
Open Board meeting for BH members only.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, April 12
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Portsmouth Garen Club Monthly Meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Thursday, April 13
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Open to teens in grades 6-12 only, this limited space event will take place in the program room. Bring your favorite drink, and snacks and all painting supplies will be provided! Join us for a YouTube tutorial and paint your own masterpiece!... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, April 17
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, April 18
2:15pm - 3:30pm
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, we also stand utilizing our chair. Participants receive all the benefit of Yoga:
Helps with Balance
Improves... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, April 18
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for a discussion of The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley. Jess needs a fresh start. She’s broke and alone, and she’s just left her job under less than ideal circumstances. Her half-brother Ben didn’t sound thrilled when she asked if she could... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, April 18
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us for a discussion of The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley. Jess needs a fresh start. She’s broke and alone, and she’s just left her job under less than ideal circumstances. Her half-brother Ben didn’t sound thrilled when she asked if she could... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, April 19
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, April 19
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
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Friday, April 21
3:30pm - 4:30pm
FIBER ARTS IS NOW 2X/MONTH!
Are you a knitter? Crocheter? Someone who enjoys embroidery, needlepoint, or spinning? Join us on the first AND third Friday of every month for a makers social. Bring your WIP and a beverage of choice and... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, April 22
10:00am - 12:00pm
CALLING ALL ADVENTURERS!
Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons (5e) one-shot adventure and become a hero on dangerous quests to search for treasure, battle deadly foes, and even carry out daring rescues. Haven't played before? No problem,... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, April 24
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, April 24
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Monthly Board Meeting of the Battle of Rhode Island Association
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, April 25
9:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Koha Training: Overview and Searching
ime
Topic
9:00 - 9:15 a.m.
Greetings
Overview of Koha, Bywater and open source software
9:15 - 9:45 a.m.
Staff interface overview● Logging in● Basic navigation and layout
9:45 - 12:00 p.m.
Searching... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, April 25
2:15pm - 3:30pm
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, we also stand utilizing our chair. Participants receive all the benefit of Yoga:
Helps with Balance
Improves... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, April 25
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us for YA Book Club on the following dates: All ages welcome that can read the book! No registration required.
April: Heretics Anonymous by Katie Henry (we will also be reading February's book Be Not Far From Me since we had a snow day that day... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, April 26
9:05am - 1:00pm
Agenda:
Time
Topic
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Patrons● Searching for existing patrons● Creating and editing patrons● Record details● Patron record makeup● Restrictions and messages● Account charges and payments
10:00 - 10:45 a.m.(break 10:45-11 a.m.)... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, April 26
4:00pm - 7:30pm
will be conduction kindergarten outreach screenings for Portsmouth residents
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Thursday, April 27
9:00am - 12:00pm
Time
Topic
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.(break 10:30 - 10:45am)
Cataloging● Brief bibs, Fast Add (on-the-fly), and ILL● Staging/importing vendor records● Adding items to existing recordsPurchase suggestions
10:45 - 12:00 p.m.
Catalog tools and maintenance●... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Friday, April 28
9:00am - 12:00pm
Agenda:
Time
Topic
9:00 - 9:45 a.m.
Item statuses● Statuses overview● Setting items’ statuses● Claims returned● Account charges based on item status
9:45 - 10:30 a.m.(break 10:30-10:45 a.m.)
Fines and Fees● Pay● Write off● Void
10:45 - 11:30 a.... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, May 01
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, May 01
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library board meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, May 02
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Monthly meeting of local NARFE members.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, May 03
10:00am - 12:00pm
Portsmouth Garen Club Board Meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, May 03
6:30pm - 7:25pm
It would be a video and in person presentation.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Friday, May 05
3:30pm - 4:30pm
FIBER ARTS IS NOW 2X/MONTH!
Are you a knitter? Crocheter? Someone who enjoys embroidery, needlepoint, or spinning? Join us on the first AND third Friday of every month for a makers social. Bring your WIP and a beverage of choice and... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, May 06
10:00am - 12:00pm
CALLING ALL ADVENTURERS!
Join us for a Dungeons & Dragons (5e) one-shot adventure and become a hero on dangerous quests to search for treasure, battle deadly foes, and even carry out daring rescues. Haven't played before? No problem,... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, May 08
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, May 09
2:15pm - 3:30pm
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, we also stand utilizing our chair. Participants receive all the benefit of Yoga:
Helps with Balance
Improves... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, May 09
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sandra Cook from the URI Master Gardener program will be here to discuss monarch butterflies. Learn what this endangered species needs to survive and thrive! Registration is required for this event.
Sandra Cook is a URI Master Gardener-class of... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, May 10
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Portsmouth Garen Club Monthly Meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, May 15
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, May 16
2:15pm - 3:30pm
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, we also stand utilizing our chair. Participants receive all the benefit of Yoga:
Helps with Balance
Improves... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, May 16
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join us for a discussion of lots of books!
More info to follow!
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, May 17
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