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Michael W. Mello Program Room

“Paul Revere’s Ride”: Longfellow’s Mistakes with Fred Zilian, Ph.D

Most of us have read Longfellow’s poem in our early years and assumed it was historically accurate. Not so. Longfellow wrote the poem 85 years after Paul Revere made his famous ride April 18-19, 1775. This talk will examine the historical inaccuracies of the poem and try to explain Longfellow’s mistakes. It will then address the Battle of Lexington and Concord and the significance of the “shot heard round the world.”

Teen Pantry Basics with Farm Fresh RI

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 that is nutritionally balanced. If anyone has allergies, we need to know prior to the program, and we cannot guarantee Farm Fresh RI will be able to accommodate. Registration is required and opens in June - space is limited!

Teens: Tie Dye Cake Contest

Our Food Exploration continues with a Tie Dye Cake Decorating Contest!  

Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to the library to decorate a cake inspired by the 1960's or 1970's.  One winning design will be chosen to win a prize.  All ingredients provided.  Everyone goes home with a cake!  Registration required.

Plant Sale Set Up

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. 
Rain or shine.

Portsmouth Trivia Map - Revolutionary RI History Hunt

FREE! Looking for a fun April vacation week activity for you and the kids?

Kickoff a fun 90 minute self-guided driving/walking tour of Portsmouth at the library this morning. FreshMaps and the Battle of Rhode Island Association have created a “Revolutionary RI History Hunt” series - a smartphone/ mobile app digital scavenger hunt map which brings you to six locations in Portsmouth to learn about local American Revolution history, right where it happened!

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