Adult

If you shake your family tree, will an American Patriot fall out? We usually think of soldiers like the Minutemen, but the fight for independence succeeded due to the efforts of a wide variety of people. Black and indigenous soldiers served in the 1st Rhode Island Regiment and were integrated in the Continental line, and women contributed money, nursing skills, food, clothing and more. Even if you do not have deep roots in the thirteen original colonies, DAR members have proven Quebecois, Dutch, French, Spanish and Jewish patriots.

Portsmouth, RI, has such a unique history that authors have been writing about our town and our people for many years.  Portsmouth Free Public Library’s Summer Reading Program slogan is right:  we have books in and about our backyard.

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 game uses strategy and decision-making abilities and has roots dating back to the 1600's.  Registration is not required. 

Due to availability issues, our May selection has been changed