Events
Wednesday, May 28
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 28
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, May 29
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 30
9:00am - 5:00pm
The Portsmouth Garden Club and the Library have joined forces to offer a lovely selection of vegetables, houseplants, perennials, and more! Enjoy a treat from our baked sale, too.
This fundraiser will benefit both organizations. Cash only, please. ... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, May 31
9:00am - 1:00pm
The Portsmouth Garden Club and Portsmouth Free Public Library have joined forces for their 5th Annual Plant Sale at the Library on Saturday, May 31 from 9 AM to 1 PM. You will find a lovely selection of vegetables, houseplants, and perennials for... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, June 02
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 02
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library board meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 03
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 03
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, June 04
10:00am - 12:00pm
Portsmouth Garden Club Board Meeting
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Friday, June 06
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Open to everyone! If you are any type of fiber artist (knitter, crocheter, tatting, hand sewing, felting, etc.,) please join us for an hour of camaraderie and discussion. Bring your latest project, or that project you seem to never pick up. All... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Monday, June 09
9:00am - 9:10am
Today is the day! Summer Reading registration begins today for all three of our programs: Kids, Teens, and Adults!
Can't make it today? Don't worry! You can register for the Kids and Teens program through July. Adults can register all summer... Read More
Event Location: Teen Space
Monday, June 09
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 09
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Fungi are an often-overlooked part of nature; many Rhode Islanders are surprised to learn how many native wild mushroom species are not only safe, but incredibly delicious. Seeking them out is perhaps the best hobby on Earth, combining... Read More
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Tuesday, June 10
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 10
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 10
6:00pm - 7:30pm
We have been to this library frequently to host this event, informational retirment workshop, marketed as a non library affiliated or sponsored event, no soliciting, non profit based out of bristol ri
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, June 14
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
Monday, June 16
10:00am - 10:30am
Calling all readers in grades 3–5! Get ready for an exciting summer of books, fun, and pizza!
This year’s Summer Book Clubs feature two engaging reads:
... Read More
Event Location: Children’s Room
Monday, June 16
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 16
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, June 17
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 17
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 17
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
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Wednesday, June 18
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 19
9:00am - 5:00pm
The Library is Closed today. We will reopen on Friday at 9 am.
Event Location: Michael W. Mello Program Room
Saturday, June 21
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, June 23
10:00am - 12:00pm
Registration will open at the begining of June.
Join us to share your favorite books, drink ice coffee and learn about new books to read this summer!!
Registrations are required to ensure we have enough ice coffee to share.
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
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
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.
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
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