Film Screening: Barbie, Wednesday Feb 14
January 27, 2024Barbie
2023. PG-13.114 Minutes.
Seacoast Camera Club Exhibit Reception and Presentation by Greg Kretschmar, Tuesday Feb 13
January 27, 2024The Seacoast Camera Club's Annual Photography Exhibition, "Made in New England" will be on display for public viewing in the Levenson Room of the Portsmouth Public Library from Monday January 30 through Saturday March 2. The images are the work of members of the Seacoast Camera Club, based in Portsmouth, NH.
Black Heritage Trail Tea Talks: Homesick: Attaining the American Dream, Sunday Feb 11
January 27, 2024The median income of a New Hampshire household is not enough to rent a median-priced apartment in places like Portsmouth and Manchester. The data is far worse for a single person earning the New Hampshire median income. A single person would need at least two roommates to afford a median-priced, apartment.
Film Screening: Harriet, Thursday Feb 8
January 27, 2024Harriet
2019. PG-13. 125 minutes.
From her escape from slavery through the dangerous missions she led to liberate hundreds of slaves through the Underground Railroad, the story of heroic abolitionist Harriet Tubman is told.
Planner Society: Victorian Puzzle Purse Valentines, Wednesday Feb 7
January 27, 2024“When loyal hearts are crossed by none, true love will join them both in one; For I do think where hearts agree, there can no strife nor malice be.” - February 14, 1826 Excerpt from a Puzzle Purse made by an American gentleman; Metropolitan Museum of Art collection
Black Heritage Trail Tea Talks: New Deal or Raw Deal: Why it Matters, Sunday Feb 4
January 27, 2024Since the pandemic, experts pointed to the bold action President Franklin D. Roosevelt took during the Great Depression as an example of the scale and scope the pandemic response should achieve. The New Deal put millions of desperate Americans to work, created massive job programs, and established a safety net for the unemployed and elderly.
Seacoast Camera Club Exhibit "Made in New England", Jan 30 - March 2
January 27, 2024The Seacoast Camera Club's Annual Photography Exhibition will be on display for public viewing in the Levenson Room of the Portsmouth Public Library from Monday January 30 through Saturday March 2. The images are the work of members of the Seacoast Camera Club, based in Portsmouth, NH.
Recreation Department Invites the Public to Create Valentine Hearts for the Annual “Tree of Love” in Market Square
January 23, 2024The City has "left the lights on" the holiday tree in Market Square and, with Valentine’s Day approaching on February 14, is inviting the public to help transform it into the "Tree of Love."
From toddlers to seniors, the Portsmouth Recreation Department welcomes all who would like to participate. Residents, visitors, and members of the business community can make or color a heart – creativity is the name of the game!
Public Art Review Committee Invites Public to Peirce Island Public Art Installation Community Engagement Sessions
January 17, 2024The City of Portsmouth Public Art Review Committee (PARC) will hold three community engagement sessions to discuss the future signature work of art for Peirce Island that will be funded through the City’s Percent-for-Art program.
The public is invited to learn about the PARC, the history of Peirce Island and the planning process for the Peirce Island Art Project and proposed location. PARC is seeking input from the community on suggested art themes, and ideas at the following sessions:
Past Event: FY 25 CDBG Public Service Agency Grants Application Open
January 16, 2024Notice of Funding Opportunity