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All programs are free of charge. Events may be offered in the library, online, or hybrid. Please note the location of each event beneath the date.
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Hours
Monday – Thursday: 9 AM – 9 PM
Friday: 9 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 9 AM – 5 PM
Sunday: 1 PM – 5 PM
Holiday Hours
The library will CLOSE at Noon on Friday May 19.
The library will be CLOSED on Saturday May 27, Sunday May 28, and Monday May 29.
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Hoopla Checkouts Are Changing!
For library cardholders only.
Starting in July, Hoopla users will have 8 checkouts per month. We have offered 12 checkouts per month since March 2020 to expand access to streaming and downloadable materials. Now that we see so many of your friendly faces in the library, we feel confident returning to our original settings.
Find out more about Hoopla!
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Art Exhibit: Modern Tall Ships
No library card necessary!
Tuesday May 2 through Thursday June 1
Levenson Community Room
The spring art exhibit features the colorful abstract paintings of Rebecca Klementovich. This is the next art show in our series of Portsmouth history-related exhibits to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the City of Portsmouth.
Klementovich’s Tall Ship series is dedicated to the women of Portsmouth between the 17th and 18th centuries who worked as seafaring captains as well as being wives. The artist is deeply touched by the tale of Mrs. Gerrish, who sailed the seas with her toddler daughter. During huge storms, Mrs. Gerrish had to strap herself and her daughter to the mast to avoid being swept off the ship into the ocean. Klementovich believes the emotions of the sea and sailing are a place we can go to process emotions, and that color has a way of bringing us to emotional states that are otherwise hard to express. The bright pinks, oranges, and yellows of her work represent hope and are in contrast with the deep, dark navy and green seas which represent struggle.
Please join us for a reception to meet the artist on Sunday May 14 from 2 – 4 PM. Refreshments will be served.
Registration is not required. Find out more about the Modern Tall Ships exhibit!
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Middle School Mondays
No library card necessary!
Mondays May 1, 8, 15 & 22
3:30 – 4:30 PM
Levenson Community Room
Join us every Monday for games, crafts, and other incredibly fun and interesting activities planned JUST FOR YOU!!!
Come on over, hang out with your friends, have some fun (and maybe a snack)!
Want to see a particular activity? Tell us what you want your Middle School Mondays to be, and we'll see if we can make it happen!
Registration is not required. Find out more about Middle School Mondays!
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Drop-In Device Help
No library card necessary!
First and Third Tuesdays May 2 & 16
2 – 3:30 PM
Hilton Garden Inn Room
How do I listen to an audiobook using Libby or Hoopla? Can I send a text with a picture? Pairing Bluetooth headphones baffles me. What are apps?!
Get one-on-one help with these questions and more during our drop-in device help time at the library. From library digital services to Microsoft and Macs, all questions are welcome!
Registration is not required. We will help on a first-come-first-served basis and you are welcome to come anytime between 2 and 3:30 PM. Find out more about Drop-In Device Help!
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Teen D&D Club
No library card necessary!
Tuesdays May 2 & 16
5 – 7 PM
Levenson Community Room
ADVENTURE AWAITS as Teen D&D returns to the library! Players age 13 – 18, join us for Teen D&D! Every two weeks we get together and roll the dice!
New to the game? No problem! Email Andrew to set up an introductory session or to chat about your experience with the game to find out if you even need one.
Registration is not required, but even experienced players new to the club must email Andrew and touch base before jumping into the adventure. Find out more about Teen D&D!
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Lego Club
No library card necessary!
Wednesdays May 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
3:30 – 4:30 PM
Levenson Community Room
Each week children in grades K-5 are invited to join us in the Levenson Meeting Room to try out the weekly LEGO challenge, work on individual projects and have fun with other LEGO-loving kids! Challenges may include building things that float, ziplines, and more.
Snacks will be served—please email Andrew to let him know if your child has food allergies or aversions.
Registration is not required. Find out more about Lego Club!
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The U.S. and the Holocaust: Film and Discussion
No library card necessary!
Wednesdays May 3, 10, 17 & 24
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Levenson Community Room
The Portsmouth Public Library in collaboration with NH PBS and The Cohen Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies is hosting a film screening and discussion series of this acclaimed and powerful documentary. This series runs for six consecutive weeks, Wednesday, April 19 through May 24 from 6:30 – 8:30 PM. You may join us at any point in the six week series.
Ken Burns' PBS documentary, “The U.S. and the Holocaust,” is an examination of what American politicians, journalists, and civilians did and did not know about the Holocaust, and how they responded or didn’t respond to the atrocities. We will view the documentary and discuss this important history and the parallels between what happened then and what is happening today. Instances of hate are occurring locally and across the country, and they are both striking and deeply concerning. We must react differently than we did in the past if we wish to live in a society without racism and authoritarianism.
Each two-hour session will include an hour of film viewing, short presentations by guest speakers, and facilitated conversations in small and large groups. In addition to racism, authoritarianism, and the Holocaust, we will address how educators can teach about these challenging subjects and how the newly enacted Divisive Concepts law in NH impacts their work.
The program will be facilitated by Anne Romney. Anne is a Portsmouth resident and an educator/group facilitator who is committed to anti-racism/social justice education. She is a co-facilitator of the program White People Challenging Racism and created an online program called Standing Up to Racism which has been offered widely in the Seacoast area.
Guest speakers include the son of Nazi industrialists and perpetrators who has dedicated his life to Holocaust studies and now lives in New Hampshire, a Bedford, NH educator who teaches Genocide Studies to high school students, a survivor of the Holocaust who now resides in New Hampshire, the Coordinator of Educational Outreach for Holocaust Studies at Keene State College's Cohen Center who also serves on the NH Commission on Holocaust and Genocide Education, and a representative from NH PBS who will share important educational resources for the public, students and educators to learn more about these important topics. More speakers to be announced.
Registration is required. You may attend one or all six of the programs in the series. This educational series is free and open to the public. Register and find out more about The U.S. and the Holocaust!
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Hive Mind Collective for Teens & Tweens
No library card necessary!
Thursdays May 4, 11, 18 & 25
3:30 – 4:30 PM
Levenson Community Room
Hive Mind is a fun after school offering for middle and high school students! We’ll be setting up shop in the Levenson Meeting Room on Thursdays with a rotating selection of A/V equipment and activities. Drop in to watch and make TikToks, try new tools, and discuss online trends.
Hive Mind is a collaborative space: sit back and enjoy videos on the big screen or come prepared with your own multimedia project ideas to develop. All levels of engagement are welcome!
Questions about this program? Please email Grace.
Registration is not required. Find out more about the Hive Mind Collective!
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May the Fourth Be with You!
No library card necessary!
Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope
Thursday May 4
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Levenson Community Room
Join us to celebrate May 4, or "May the 4th Be with You," day, a celebration of all things Star Wars. The fourth day in May became Star Wars Day because of the turn of phrase, "May the force be with you," used by Jedi masters in the movies. Bring the family to watch a free screening of the Star Wars classic, Star Wars: Episode IV- A New Hope.
Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope
1977. Rated PG. Runtime 121 minutes.
Luke Skywalker joins forces with a Jedi Knight, a cocky pilot, a Wookiee, and two droids to save the galaxy from the Empire's world-destroying battle station, while also attempting to rescue Princess Leia from the mysterious Darth Vader.
Films at the library are open to the public and FREE. All films will feature subtitles where possible.
Registration is not required. This is a drop-in event. Space is limited so arrive early to secure your seat. Refreshments will be served. Find out more about Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope!
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Guitar Sunday: William Ghezzi
No library card necessary!
Sunday May 7
3 – 4:30 PM
Join us in the Levenson Community Room for a relaxing classical guitar concert by William Ghezzi. Mr. Ghezzi is back to perform for our Guitar Sundays music series, co-hosted by the Portsmouth Public Library, Portsmouth Music and Arts Center, and sponsored by Service Credit Union. This concert will be at the Portsmouth Public Library and registration is not required.
Guitarist William Ghezzi has performed extensively with orchestras, chamber ensembles, choruses, dance companies, theater and operas, and for films, radio, and television. His latest recording, Still Life: Baroque Music for Guitar, is available at Bandcamp. William Ghezzi performs on a Bruno Boutin guitar.
Registration is not required. This event is free and open to all.
Find out more about Guitar Sundays!
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Homeschool Monthly Meet-Up Featuring Snapology
No library card necessary!
Tuesday May 9
1 – 3 PM
Levenson Community Room
Homeschooling families are invited to join us for a special visit from Snapology for this month's Homeschool Hangout. Snapology of Dover provides interactive, STEM / STEAM programs for children featuring technology and/or popular building toys (such as LEGO® bricks and K’Nex® toys) and we are excited to welcome them to the library!
Registration is required. Please register for EACH child who is planning to attend. We typically have a wait list for these programs so please let us know if you are unable to attend as soon as you can.
Find out more about Homeschool Monthly Meet-Up!
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Embroidery 201: Create Your Own Design
No library card necessary!
Tuesdays May 9 & 16
7 – 8:30 PM
Hilton Garden Inn Room
Embroidery is a rewarding and affordable way to enhance your clothing and other belongings, an excellent gift to give in any season, and an interesting way to explore symbols and design motifs. Join in the long history of embroidery as a mode of self-expression in this two-week class.
Together we will gather inspiration, design our own patterns with abstract shapes or symbols from the natural world, learn stitches to make these designs a reality, and bring our ideas to fruition. Library staff will assist you along the way.
Feel free to bring an item of clothing you’re hoping to embellish – or use some of our fabric to play around. We will provide all the other necessary supplies for this project!
This class was rescheduled from March 2023.
Free and open to all adults and teens ages 13 and up. You must have some embroidery experience. Registration is required.
Register and find out more about Embroidery 201!
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Early Release Middle School Movie
No library card necessary!
Wednesday May 10
1:15 PM
Levenson Community Room
Join us on this Early Release Day for a movie and snacks!
We'll have a few movies to choose from and vote on, and plenty of snacks to get you through!
Join us!
Registration is not required. Find out more about Early Release Middle School Movie!
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The Planner Society Presents Summer Planning!
No library card necessary!
Wednesday May 10
7 – 8 PM
Online
Planner Society presents Summer Planning!
Summer! As sure as a gull loves a beach picnic, summer is coming. Are you looking at your June - August calendar and experiencing feelings of excitement? Overwhelm? Concern? Anticipation? How can we make summer more meaningful? What can we do to help make our summer feel more enjoyable and less stressful? How can we add more fun and play to our daily life?
Join us for a casual online activity and planning discussion! Supplies will be provided a few days before the event and can be picked up at the library.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link and supply packet.
Register and find out more about the Planner Society!
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Film Screening: 80 For Brady
No library card necessary!
Thursday May 11
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Levenson Community Room
80 for Brady
2023. Rated PG-13. Runtime 98 minutes.
You won’t want to miss the new hit movie, 80 for Brady, starring Lily Tomlin, Jane Fonda, Sally Fields, Rita Moreno, and featuring a cameo appearance by former New England Patriots quarterback, Tom Brady. 80 for Brady is inspired by the true story of four best friends living life to the fullest when they take a wild trip to the 2017 Super Bowl LI to see their hero Tom Brady play.
Films at the library are open to the public and FREE. All films will feature subtitles where possible.
Registration is not required. This is a drop-in event. Space is limited so arrive early to secure your seat. Refreshments will be served.
Find out more about 80 For Brady!
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Youth D&D
No library card necessary!
Friday May 12
3:30 – 5 PM
Levenson Community Room
Join us, Adventurers, ages 8-14, for monthly Dungeons and Dragons games!
We will slay (or befriend) dragons! We will find and hoard shiny objects! We will make an orc feel better about himself! We will spend too much time deciding which goblin in the bunch is our favorite! (I vote for Grunt.)
Please bring your imagination and dice if you have them. Questions? Call the library at 603-766-1740.
Registration is required and space is limited. Register and find out more about Youth D&D!
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New Hampshire Scottish Music Club Concert
No library card necessary!
Saturday May 13
3 — 4:30 PM
Levenson Community Room
Join us for an afternoon of Scottish music, to enjoy toe-tapping reels and jigs, lively strathspeys and marches, and poignant slow airs performed by the skilled members of the New Hampshire Scottish Music Club. The group, founded in 1988 as the Strathspey and Reel Society of New Hampshire, aims to encourage the learning and preservation of traditional Scottish music. Though based in Concord, NH, the Society draws membership from Central New England. Their repertoire includes many of the standard Scottish fiddle tunes, but also tunes that are more obscure, or in some cases, recently composed in the Scottish tradition. This concert will include an orchestra of roughly 20 members who will perform on fiddles, flutes, accordions, and other stringed instruments!
Registration is not required. Space is limited, so plan to arrive early to secure your seat. This program is free and open to the public.
Find out more about NH Scottish Music Club Concert!
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Meet the Artist: Rebecca Klementovich
No library card is necessary!
Sunday May 14
2 – 4 PM
Levenson Community Room
We invite you to meet artist, Rebecca Klementovich, at a public reception. Light refreshments will be served.
The spring art exhibit, Modern Tall Ships, features the colorful abstract paintings of Rebecca Klementovich! Our next show is in a series of Portsmouth history-related exhibits to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the City of Portsmouth. The show runs from Tuesday May 2 through Thursday June 2.
Klementovich’s Tall Ship series is dedicated to the women of Portsmouth between the 17th and 18th centuries who worked as seafaring captains while being wives. The artist was touched deeply by the tale of Mrs. Gerrish, who sailed the seas with her toddler daughter. During storms, Mrs. Gerrish strapped herself and her daughter to the mast in order to avoid being swept off the ship into the ocean. Klementovich believes that sailing and the emotion of the sea help us process emotions and that color can symbolize emotional states that are otherwise hard to express. The bright pinks, oranges, and yellows of her work represent hope and are in contrast with the deep, dark navy and green seas that represent struggle.
Registration is not required. Find out more about the Meet the Artist reception!
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Portsmouth in Bloom
Presented annually by the Portsmouth Garden Club
No library card necessary!
Wednesday May 17 – Friday May 19
Library Lobb
Visit the Library Lobby from Wednesday, May 17th through Friday, May 19th for a spectacular 2023 floral display inspired by, and in celebration of, Portsmouth and its 400th anniversary! Portsmouth Garden Club members chose images from Portsmouth to create beautiful and creative floral arrangements. Although the flowers are fleeting, this annual exhibit is free and open to all!
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We Craft! 🧶 Drop-In Craft Time
No library card necessary!
Friday May 19
5 – 6:30 PM
Levenson Community Room
We craft, ewe craft, we all craft together! Join library staff Nicole and Michaela on the third Friday of the month for a relaxing end-of-week drop-in craft time. Seek help on a crafting hurdle, get advice on a tricky mending project, or share your expertise with fellow local crafters. Bring your current work in progress, stay for a few stitches or join us for the whole time. All levels of crafters are welcome!
If you have extra skeins of leftover yarn or tools for a craft you’ve given up for good, feel free to bring gently used items to swap.
No registration is required. Find out more about We Craft!
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Genealogy Workshop: Resources at the Exeter Historical Society
No library card necessary!
Sunday May 21
2 – 4 PM
Levenson Community Room
Join us at the library in the Levenson Community Room to learn about resources owned by the Exeter Historical Society that may help with your genealogical research.
Presented by the library’s Special Collections staff and members of the Ranger Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), these events are free, open to the public, and appropriate for all levels of interest and experience. Everyone will learn something new!!
Registration is not required. All ages and experience levels are welcome! Find out more about our Genealogy Workshops!
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Shakespeare Discussion Group
No library card necessary!
A Comedy of Errors
Tuesday May 30
4 – 5 PM
Macleod Board Room
If thine own doors refuse to entertain you, come knocking at the doors of Shakespeare Discussion Group! Enjoy the selected play of the month in the way ‘twas presented to the masses! Pick up a video recording of the play to view at your leisure, and then join us on the last Tuesday of the month at 4 PM to discuss your experience with The Bard’s work. Mayhaps thou shalt stumble upon some new friends there as well… Be not perturbed by your knowledge of Shakespeare’s works, for we encourage fellows of all ages, areas of interest and expertise to attend!
On Tuesday, May 230th we will discuss The Comedy of Errors.
Registration is not required. However, you may register to receive email reminders.
Register and find out more about Shakespeare Discussion Group!
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Hey Lady, What's Your Story?
No library card necessary!
Tuesday May 30
6:30 – 8 PM
Levenson Community Room
This event was originally scheduled in March and was rescheduled due to snow.
PNH400 Legacy Project A History of Portsmouth NH in 101 Objects hosts "Hey Lady, What’s Your Story?" on Tuesday, May 30, at 6:30 PM in the Levenson Room.
Calling Portsmouth women of all ages! We are blessed by a lineage of amazing women who built our beloved community. Join us for this lively evening where we’ll profile a few women from history and you’ll share your own stories of women’s leadership for the Portsmouth NH 400 archives.
Was there a time you reluctantly raised your hand to lead and were glad you did? Do you know an emerging female leader you’d like to name?
We welcome you to listen to or share stories of female leadership at this special event!
Registration is not required. This event is free and open to all. Find out more about the 101 Objects Speaker Series!
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Introduction to Zentangle
No library card necessary!
Wednesday May 31
6:30 — 8:30 PM
Levenson Community Room
Due to overwhelming demand, Zentangle is back! Join us to discover the relaxing, no-mistakes art of Zentangle at a free two-hour class. Local certified Zentangle instructor Valeria Rienzi unites meditation and creative expression through deceptively simple line drawing to create small paper tiles of art. The Zentangle Method is a fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns called "tangles." Tangles are combinations of dots, lines, simple curves, S-curves, and orbs that make simple but intoxicating art. Your tiles can stand alone or can be put together into mosaics. Zentangle expands creativity, improves focus and concentration, and promotes relaxation while having fun! All materials are provided for this free class.
Registration is required. Register and find out more about Introduction to Zentangle!
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Herb Gardening In Containers
No library card necessary!
Thursday June 1
6:30 – 8:00 PM
Levenson Community Room
Purchasing fresh herbs at the grocery store can be expensive and time-consuming. In this free lecture, you will learn how easy and rewarding it is to grow your own herbs at home!
Learn from local Master Gardener, Doris Buco the basics of herb gardening in containers. Many topics will be addressed, including the growing habits of herbs available in our area, choosing herbs that grow best in the sun or part shade, the environmental conditions necessary to grow herbs, the varieties of containers, and how to choose the right one for your needs.
You will learn how to assemble an herb container garden and the proper care and maintenance of herb containers. She will conclude the presentation by discussing proper techniques for harvesting, drying, and preserving herbs as well.
Registration is requested but not required. By registering, you will receive an email reminder before the event.
Register and find out more about Herb Gardening in Containers!
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Story Times
Story Times will be taking a break from the week of May 15 through the week of June 12 when summer programming begins.
No library card necessary!
Baby Lap Time Story
Wednesdays May 3 & 10
9:30 AM
Join us in the Levenson Meeting Room for Lap Time! This program is recommended for babies ages zero to 18 months and will feature storytelling, singing, playing and more!
Toddler Story Time
Wednesdays May 3 & 10
10:30 AM
Join us in the Levenson Meeting Room for books, songs, and rhymes at a story time recommended for two and three year olds and their caregivers.
Waddler Story Time
Thursdays May 4 & 11
10 AM
Join us for Waddler Time! This is a story time designed for our mobile young patrons ages one to three. We will do lots of songs, rhymes and dances.
Family Story Time
Saturdays May 6 & 13
9:30 AM
Our Saturday Family Story Time is open to all ages. We offer this program so families can experience story time together as many can’t make it to our programs during the week. We plan a mix of stories, music, movement, and language play (with occasional crafts and other activities) to serve a wider spectrum of ages. The goal is to enjoy story time together at the library! No registration is required – please join us when you can.
Registration is requested for all except Family Story Time. Please register ONCE for your family group, and let us know how many are in your group. Registration is on a weekly basis, so you will need to register for EACH WEEK you plan to attend. View all Story Times!
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Adult Book Clubs
No library card necessary!
Need to talk about all these books you're checking out? Want to meet like-minded book lovers? Trust us—you need a book club. Nonfiction and Fiction Book Clubs are hybrid (attend in person or online). Classics Book Club and Speculative Fiction Book Club meet online this winter.
May
Classics Book Club
Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy, Parts 1 - 4
Tuesday May 2 | 7 PM
Fiction Book Club
The Story Hour by Thrity Umrigar
Monday May 8 | 1 PM or 7 PM
Nonfiction Book Club
The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green
Monday May 15 | 7 PM
Speculative Fiction Book Club
Foundation by Isaac Asimov
Tuesday May 30 | 7 PM
June
Classics Book Club
Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy, Parts 5 - 8
Tuesday June 6| 7 PM
Fiction Book Club
Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate
Monday June 12 | 1 PM or 7 PM
Nonfiction Book Club
Before and After by Judy Christie & Lisa Wingate
Monday June 26 | 7 PM
Speculative Fiction Book Club
The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix Harrow
Tuesday June 27 | 7 PM
Registration is not required. For more information, synopses, and future titles, read more about our Adult Book Clubs!
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Youth & Teen Book Clubs
No library card necessary!
Book Club Grades 3 & 4
Monday May 8
3:30 PM
Students in grades 3 and 4 are invited to join book club! Readers can pick up the book at the library ahead of time and then join us for a fun conversation about it as well as other activities and snacks! This month's book is A Royal Guide to Monster Slaying by Kelley Armstrong. Registration is requested and students are also invited to bring friends! Please email Gretyl with any questions.
Middle School Book Club
Tuesday May 16
2:40 PM
Students in grades 6 through 8 are invited to join our book club! We're moving the book club to the Middle School in March, during Success Period from 2:40-3:10. We'll meet, discuss our monthly book (pick up your copy at the Youth Desk of the Portsmouth Public Library), and have snacks! Registration is requested and students are also invited to bring friends! Please click the link above to sign up! This month's book is The Lost Year by Katherine Marsh. Please email Lucia with any questions.
Registration is requested or required for all Youth & Teen Book Clubs. Use the links above to register!
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World Affairs Discussion Group
No library card necessary!
Every Monday
4 – 5 PM
Online
Are you fascinated by international affairs and the world of foreign policy? If so, please join our Library Director and a group of your peers on Mondays to discuss World Affairs topics.
If interested, email the library director at ccfriese@cityofportsmouth.com, and she will add you to the mailing list. 2 weekly topics for the following Monday are sent out to the list on Thursday along with a list of suggested articles and the current Zoom link.
Registration is not required—email the director for the Zoom link. Find out more about the World Affairs Discussion Group!
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Language Discussion Groups
No library card necessary!
Each of our language discussion groups is volunteer-facilitated. These are not classes, and are geared toward people who already speak or are learning the language. They will have no teachers and may have no native speakers. Some groups meet online, others meet in person, and one meets both in person and online. Groups that meet in person gather in the Hilton Garden Inn Room or the Macleod Board Room on the second floor.
Chinese
Every Thursday | 5 – 6 PM
Online
French
Every Friday | 1:30 – 2:30 PM
In Library
German
Every Monday | 2:30 – 4 PM
In Library
Italian
Every Friday | 12:30 – 1:30 PM
Online
Portuguese New in February 2023!
Every Thursday | 6-7 PM
Online
Spanish
Every Tuesday | 10:30 – 11:30 AM
In Library or Online
Registration is not required. Find out more and connect to Language Discussion Groups!
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Weekly Meditation
No library card necessary!
Every Wednesday
12:15 – 1 PM
Levenson Community Room & Online
Whether you've meditated before or you'd like to start learning, this weekly drop-in is for everyone. Our volunteer instructors teach a variety of different techniques, and we provide a friendly, low-pressure environment for beginners to learn!
Registration is not required. Find out more about our instructors and connect to Weekly Meditation!
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Mah Jongg
No library card necessary!
Saturdays
10 AM – 12 PM
Hilton Garden Inn Room
MAH JONGG, the Chinese game of tiles, is back on Saturdays! It's fast, free, and fun for all ages. Held every Saturday 10 – Noon. Taught every week at 10 AM—and it only takes 15 minutes to learn.
Registration is not required. Find out more about Mah Jongg!
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Reading Dogs
No library card necessary!
Saturdays April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
10 – 11 AM
Youth Services
Come read to a friendly golden retriever! Chloe and Tillie will be here eager to listen while you read!
Registration is not required. Find out more about Reading Dogs!
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.... And So Much More!
Library card necessary for some services.
We tend to highlight upcoming events and new services in this newsletter, but the library is so much more. Here's a taste of our other offerings...
Services that require a Portsmouth Public Library card
Services that do not require a library card
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