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Drop in between  10-8 PM

hygge  /ˈho͞oɡə,ˈho͝oɡə/

noun: a quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being (regarded as a defining characteristic of Danish culture)."

Need a coat or winter accessory? We have many community donations of good-quality coats, sweaters, scarves, hats, gloves, and mittens for all ages and sizes in the Library Lobby.

Stop by anytime when the library is open from Monday November 27, 2023 - Friday February 2, 2024 to pick something out!

Hygge for You-gge

Drop in between  12-5 PM

hygge  /ˈho͞oɡə,ˈho͝oɡə/

noun: a quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being (regarded as a defining characteristic of Danish culture)."

2023. PG-13. 103 minutes.

In post-World War II Venice, Poirot, now retired and living in his own exile, reluctantly attends a seance. But when one of the guests is murdered, it is up to the former detective to once again uncover the killer.

Refreshments will be served. Subtitles are shown whenever possible. 

The Portsmouth Athenaeum, Portsmouth NH 400, the Friends of the South End and the Citywide Neighborhood Committee have been collaborating on a Historic House Plaque Program.

Presented by J. Dennis Robinson

As we enter the last month of the year, taking time to pause and reflect on 2023 will help us prepare and plan with intention.

Come join the Planner Society to curate your own Year End Review, using reflection questions to help you evaluate 2023 and make choices about the new year.

Are you fascinated by international affairs and the world of foreign policy? If so, please join our World Affairs Discussion group.

This program is offered online at the moment. Click this link to connect via Zoom. Password: 3GWdHC

Join us on Sunday December 3rd at 3 PM in the Portsmouth Public Library's Levenson Community Room for a fantastic free classical guitar performance by Catherine O'Kelly. Catherine O’Kelly is a classical guitarist who performs throughout New England as a soloist and a chamber musician.

A sad tale's best for winter: I have one of sprites and goblins… For the blustery month of November Shakespeare discussion group will discuss The Winter’s Tale for our final meeting of 2023, then we shall exit… perhaps not pursued by a bear!