Events
Monday, June 23
10:00am - 12:00pm
What's a book tasting? An opportunity to sit with strangers and hear what books they've loved this year. Everyone comes with 1 to 2 great titles to share – fiction, non-fiction, everything! You’ll get a brief taste of a lot of book ideas! We’ll... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, June 23
9:00am - 8:00pm
Teens are welcome to pick up a candy sushi kit in the Teen Area starting Monday morning. Kits are for teens in rising 6th-12th grade only, and only 1 kit per teen is allowed. Kits are out for the week, but they are first come first served and... Read More
Event Location: Teen Space
Monday, June 23
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
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, June 23
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Portsmouth 250
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 24
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, June 24
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, June 24
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join us for a pantry basics program, based around putting together a meal that includes protein, fat, carbs, and veggies. Participants will learn about locally sourced food and pairings for a great tasting meal... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 24
6:30pm - 7:45pm
Annual HOA Meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, June 25
10:00am - 12:00pm
Slither, crawl, and hop on over to the library for a wild morning with Reptile Nook! Meet real live reptiles and amphibians up close, including snakes,... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, June 25
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
Thursday, June 26
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Certification of CPR
This program is not open to the public.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, June 28
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
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, June 30
9:00am - 8:00pm
Teens are welcome to pick up a watercolor coaster kit in the Teen Area starting Monday morning. Kits are for teens in rising 6th-12th grade only, and only 1 kit per teen is allowed. Kits are out for the week, but they are first come first served and... Read More
Event Location: Teen Space
Monday, June 30
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
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, June 30
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Nancy Crawford, a member of URI Master Gardeners for over 15 years, will present “Container Gardening” at the Portsmouth Free Public Library on June 30 at 6:30 pm.
Learn some basic techniques for creating attractive containers for display on your... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, July 01
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, July 01
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, July 01
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
Friday, July 04
9:00am - 5:00pm
The Library is Closed today. We will reopen on Saturday at 9 am. In case of rain, the reading of the Declaration of Independence will move indoors to the program room but all other library services will be unavailable.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Friday, July 04
9:00am - 10:00am
This year our national holiday occurs on Friday, July 4, 2025. Join fellow citizens at 9:00 A.M. on the grounds of Portsmouth Free Public Library to read aloud portions of our nation’s founding document, the Declaration of Independence, adopted... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, July 05
11:30am - 12:30pm
Certification of CPR
This program is not open to the public.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, July 07
9:00am - 8:00pm
Teens are welcome to pick up a shrinky dink kit in the Teen Area starting Monday morning. Kits are for teens in rising 6th-12th grade only, and only 1 kit per teen is allowed. Kits are out for the week, but they are first come first served and... Read More
Event Location: Teen Space
Monday, July 07
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
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, July 07
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join Shannah and Nicole as we walk you through what you need to know as the parent of an incoming PHS student. We will cover technology needs and communication, fall sports, band camp, and what to expect the first week of school.
Nicole has a... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, July 08
10:30am - 11:00am
Registration Required – Space is Limited
Stomp, roar, and read your way back in time with this dino-mite storytime! Join an educator from the... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, July 08
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
Wednesday, July 09
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Join us for excitement, camaraderie, and the thrill of the win at Bingo Games!
Make sure you register so we can ensure we have enough supplies:)
Prizes are books, puzzles and candy. This is a 21+ event.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Thursday, July 10
3:30pm - 4:30pm
BH Executive Board Meeting open to association homeowners
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, July 12
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
Event Location: Teen Space
Saturday, July 12
10:30am - 11:00am
Registration Required – Space is Limited – Registration opens July 1!
Join Mr. John for a joyful and heartwarming special storytime featuring this year... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, July 14
9:00am - 8:00pm
Teens are welcome to pick up a botanical bookmark kit in the Teen Area starting Monday morning. Kits are for teens in rising 6th-12th grade only, and only 1 kit per teen is allowed. Kits are out for the week, but they are first come first served and... Read More
Event Location: Teen Space
Monday, July 14
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
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, July 14
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Registration opens on July 1!
Calling all young crafters in grades 2 to 5! Join us for a special sewing workshop with Karen Katin from The Stitchery. This beginner-friendly hand-sewing program is perfect for kids eager to learn basic stitching... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, July 14
6:00pm - 7:45pm
Karen Katin from Stitchery will be here to teach participants the art of needle felting. Working with or without a hoop, patrons can make their own little BEE-utiful creation, all supplies provided!
Spots are limited, and registration will open two... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, July 15
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, July 15
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, July 15
6:30pm - 7:30pm
More info soon.
Copies will be available for checkout at the adult circulation desk. This event is free and open to the public; registration is not required to attend.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, July 15
4:30pm - 5:30pm
More info soon.
Copies will be available for checkout at the adult circulation desk. This event is free and open to the public; registration is not required to attend.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, July 16
10:30am - 11:15am
Registration Required – Opens July 1 Space is Limited
Get ready for a magical morning with Jill Austin... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, July 19
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
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, July 21
9:00am - 8:00pm
Teens are welcome to pick up a sorbet-in-a-bag kit in the Teen Area starting Monday morning. Kits are for teens in rising 6th-12th grade only, and only 1 kit per teen is allowed. Kits are out for the week, but they are first come first served and... Read More
Event Location: Teen Space
Monday, July 21
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
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, July 21
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, July 22
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, July 22
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, July 22
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Make it vintage! Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to the library to re-design or embellish a pair of jean shorts you bring from home. Karen Katin, owner of The Stitchery, will be on hand to lead participants through the process.
... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, July 23
10:30am - 11:30am
Whoooo’s awake when the sun goes down? Join an Audubon Society of Rhode Island educator for a hands-on science adventure all about nighttime hunters! Learn how these amazing creatures survive in the... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Thursday, July 24
10:30am - 11:30am
Discover the wild (and sometimes wacky) world of predators and prey in this interactive science program with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island! Kids will explore how animals hunt, hide, and survive... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, July 26
9:30am - 12:30pm
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
Saturday, July 26
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
Event Location: Teen Space