Events
Friday, April 17
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lorrance Malko, Senior Outreach Coordinator, Care New England-Butler Hospital, will be presenting information designed for older adults, caregivers, and anyone interested in learning more about brain health and aging. The information is focused on... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, April 20
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Cribbage with Jackie, Carol, and the gang! For Adults (18+) only.
Our Cribbage Group is now full. Inquire at our Reference Desk for future openings.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, April 20
4:00pm - 5:30pm
For teens only in grades 6-12.
Learn how to create your own books! Participants will create their own sketch book or journal to learn the art of bookbinding. Abby has been creating and self-publishing her own books and will be teaching teens how the... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, April 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
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, April 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
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, April 21
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for a discussion of The Life of Pi by Yann Martel. After the sinking of a cargo ship, a solitary lifeboat remains bobbing on the wild blue Pacific. The only survivors from the wreck are a sixteen-year-old boy named Pi, a hyena, a... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, April 21
5:30pm - 7:30pm
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: Teen Space
Tuesday, April 21
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us for a discussion of The Life of Pi by Yann Martel. After the sinking of a cargo ship, a solitary lifeboat remains bobbing on the wild blue Pacific. The only survivors from the wreck are a sixteen-year-old boy named Pi, a hyena, a... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, April 22
9:00am - 11:00am
Board Meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, April 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
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, April 22
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Find out more about our country's beginnings with Fred Zilian, Ph. D. After summarizing events in the American colonies leading up to the American Revolution, this lecture will examine the early acts of resistance by Rhode Islanders, the colony’s... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, April 25
10:00am - 11:30am
Educational presentation for seniors about the basics of Medicare and Social Security.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, April 27
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Cribbage with Jackie, Carol, and the gang! For Adults (18+) only.
Our Cribbage Group is now full. Inquire at our Reference Desk for future openings.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, April 27
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Celebrate Financial Literacy month with us! This program is geared for young adults, ages 18 - 25 (but all are welcome) who are new to the financial landscape. Learn about investments/stocks/bonds, diversifying, risk, types of accounts, strategizing... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, April 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
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, April 28
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, April 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
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, April 28
6:30pm - 7:30pm
E-Bikes are a popular way to commute, explore and get out on the road. Join Gail Ruscetta, Bike Newport's Community Educator at Portsmouth Free Public Library on Tuesday, April 28 at 6:30 PM to learn essential information, education and training to... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, April 29
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
Thursday, April 30
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, May 01
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Join fellow crafters/stitchers for a social hour while working on your current WIP. Please, no sewing machines. Drop in, no registration required.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, May 02
10:00am - 12:00pm
Join Karen Katin from the Stitchery to hear about the Rhode Island panel from the America's Tapestry Project that celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary. Hand embroidered and sewn by Karen and other local volunteers, this will be your only chance... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, May 04
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Cribbage with Jackie, Carol, and the gang! For Adults (18+) only.
Our Cribbage Group is now full. Inquire at our Reference Desk for future openings.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, May 04
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library board meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, May 05
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, May 05
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, May 05
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
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, May 06
10:00am - 12:00pm
Portsmouth Garden Club Board Meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, May 06
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
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, May 09
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
Sunday, May 10
9:00am - 8:00pm
The Library is Closed today. We will reopen on Monday at 9 am.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, May 11
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Cribbage with Jackie, Carol, and the gang! For Adults (18+) only.
Our Cribbage Group is now full. Inquire at our Reference Desk for future openings.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, May 12
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, May 12
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, May 12
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, May 12
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for a fun and creative Drop-In Craft Night at the library on Tuesday, May 12, from 5:00–7:00 PM! Families can enjoy hands-on crafts together (while supplies last) and learn more about foster care and how to make a difference in a child's... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, May 13
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, May 13
6:00pm - 7:45pm
The Portsmouth Prevention Coalition is partnering with the Women's Resource Center to host a watercolor painting workshop that is considered to be Art-Based Trauma healing. This is open to women and their families. Must RSVP to... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Thursday, May 14
10:00am - 12:00pm
Take your first step toward learning American Sign Language (ASL) and fingerspelling in this Elementary ASL I class with William Blais. The course will focus on conversational skills, grammar, and vocabulary as it is used in the Deaf community. ... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Thursday, May 14
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, May 14
4:00pm - 4:45pm
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, May 16
9:00am - 12:00pm
Get ready for a morning of BIG trucks and BIG fun!
Join us at Glen Park on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM for our exciting Touch-a-Truck Annual Fundraiser event. Families are... Read More
Event Location: Off Site
Sunday, May 17
2:00am - 4:00pm
Presentation to Alliance Francaise de Newport by the French Commandant styding at the Naval War College. Followed by a social gathering with refreshments.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, May 18
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Cribbage with Jackie, Carol, and the gang! For Adults (18+) only.
Our Cribbage Group is now full. Inquire at our Reference Desk for future openings.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, May 18
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
Tuesday, May 19
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, May 19
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, May 19
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, May 19
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for a discussion of The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. Maine, 1789: When the Kennebec River freezes, entombing a man in the ice, Martha Ballard is summoned to examine the body and determine cause of death. As a midwife and healer,... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room