City hosts Household Hazardous Waste Day October 30
October 4, 2021The Portsmouth Department of Public Works will hold its biannual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, October 30, 2021, at the Public Works facility at 680 Peverly Hill Road. Residents of Portsmouth, Greenland and Newington are encouraged to bring household chemicals for safe disposal between 8 am and 12 noon. Proof of residency is required.
DPW Conducts Routine Hydrant and Water Main Flushing on Monday, October 14, 2021
September 30, 2021The City of Portsmouth Department of Public Works Water Division begins its annual routine flushing of fire hydrants and water mains on Monday, October 4, 2021. The flushing will take place at various locations, Monday through Thursday, between 7 am and 11 pm, for the next six weeks.
Genealogy Workshop: The Reconstruction Era, Sunday October 17
September 29, 2021National expert Michael L. Strauss will explore military and civilian records that help piece together the history of our families during this difficult time period. Find out more and register at cityofportsmouth.com/library/genealogy.
City to Hold Peverly Hill Road Improvement Project Public Use and Necessity Hearing on October 14, 2021
September 28, 2021The Portsmouth City Council will conduct an onsite review and then hold a public hearing in City Hall Council Chambers on Thursday, October 14, 2021 for the purpose of receiving evidence and hearing public comment relative to the layout of the Peverly Hill Road Improvement Project and the property acquisitions (permanent and temporary easements) to make that project successful.
2-Week Bookbinding Workshop, Mondays October 18 & 25
September 27, 2021Meet in person to learn the basics of book binding, and then online to add some artistry! Taught by library staff. Find out more and register at
portsmouthpl.librarycalendar.com/events/bookbinding
Local History Talk: Ruth Blay, Tuesday October 12
September 27, 2021Join author Carolyn Marvin to learn more about Ruth Blay, who was hanged in Portsmouth's South Street Cemetery, having been convicted of the crime of concealing the birth of her illegitimate child.
Shakespeare Discussion Group: Macbeth, Tuesday October 31
September 27, 2021As from your graves rise up, and walk like sprites to attend this merry meet with any who might find enjoyment in the wondrous words of Shakespeare! Find out more and register at portsmouthpl.librarycalendar.com/events/macbeth.
A Good Death: End of Life Panel, Wednesday October 13
September 27, 2021Join a Palliative Care Provider/Educator, a Death Doula, an End of Life Coach, and a representative from the NH Alliance for End of Life Options for a panel discussion! Find out more and register at portsmouthpl.librarycalendar.com/events/good-death.
The Birds & The Bees: Parenting & Sex, Thursday October 28
September 27, 2021Learn how to talk about sex with children and youth of any age - and how to be a supportive, approachable caregiver! With Jen Del Deo. Find out more and register at
portsmouthpl.librarycalendar.com/events/parenting-sex.
Portsmouth and Pease Tradeport PFAS Updates September 23, 2021
September 23, 2021The City of Portsmouth’s water system tests for Poly- and Per- Fluoro Alkyl Substances (PFAS) in all of our sources of supply quarterly. Four PFAS chemicals are regulated by the NH Code of Administrative Rules, Chapter Env-Dw 700.