Shakespeare Discussion Group, Tuesday May 28
April 24, 2024How now good friends? Dost thou seek a monthly passtime to broaden the mind and entice the senses? Look no further than Shakespearean Discussion Group! Enjoy the selected play of the month in the way ‘twas presented: to the masses!
Film Screening: Mean Girls, Thursday May 23
April 24, 2024Mean Girls
2024. PG-13. 112 Minutes.
Cady Heron is a hit with the Plastics, an A-list girl clique at her new school. But everything changes when she makes the mistake of falling for Aaron Samuels, the ex-boyfriend of alpha Plastic Regina George.
Local History: Portsmouth's Buried History — A Who’s Who of Notables Resting in Our Historic Cemeteries, Wednesday May 22
April 24, 2024Portsmouth's past isn't confined to dusty books. It's literally underfoot! Explore our historic cemeteries, dating back to 1620, and meet the fascinating residents who helped build our city and nation.
Genealogy Workshop: A Recipe for Success - Finding Women Through Community Cookbooks, Sunday May 19
April 24, 2024Presented 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. All levels will learn something new!
Giant Flower Making Workshop, Saturday May 18
April 24, 2024We are pleased to welcome Janis Hancock to share one of her many skills -- giant paper flower making! Janis is a member of the Portsmouth Garden Club.
City Plans Arbor Day Ceremony at Langdon Park on April 26, 2024
April 23, 2024For over twenty years, the Arbor Day Foundation has recognized Portsmouth with its Tree City USA Award. For the past five years, the Foundation has also awarded its Tree Growth Award to the City’s Department of Public Works urban forestry crew. City Arborist Supervisor Max Wiater with the City’s Parks and Greenery Division, led by Parks and Greeneries Foreman, Corin Hallowell and the Trees & Public Greenery Committee, have helped Portsmouth achieve this distinction and plan to honor the outgoing Trees & Greenery Committee Co-Chair with this year’s Arbor Day commemorations.
Discovery of Our Interconnected Legacies in Portsmouth, NH’s Slavery History, Saturday May 18
April 23, 2024Prince Whipple, a young native of Africa, was transported during the Atlantic slave trade to America, and detained in slavery by William Whipple, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. In 1779, Prince Whipple, together with 19 other enslaved Africans, submitted a Petition for Freedom to the New Hampshire state legislature.
Planner Society Presents: Crafting Mail Art with the Traveling Postal Club, Wednesday May 15
April 23, 2024Molly Meng, artist and founder of the Traveling Postal Club, will lead a workshop on creating Mail Art. We will learn how to craft lovely postcards while Molly shares ways to create connections through letter writing. Supply packets will be available to pick up at the library about a week before the event.
Learn the Medicare Basics, Tuesday May 14
April 23, 2024Do you have questions about Medicare? Not sure about the best plan for you? By attending this free, informational class you will have a better understanding of the basics of Medicare.
Film Screening: Wonka, Thursday May 9
April 23, 20242023. PG. 116 Minutes.