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175 Parrott Avenue, Portsmouth NH 03801
(603) 427-1540

Monday – Thursday: 9 AM – 9 PM
Friday: 9 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 9 AM – 5 PM
Sunday (September - May): 1 PM – 5 PM

Sunday (June - August): CLOSED

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We Craft!, Friday October 18

We craft, ewe craft, we all craft together! Join library staff Nicole and Michaela in the Levenson Room 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 the whole time. All levels of crafters are welcome!

 Drop-in, no registration required. Free and open to all. 

Money Mindfulness Workshop, Thursday October 17

Join representatives from Service Credit Union's education team for a free financial wellness program! They will introduce participants to the concept and principles of Financial Self-Care.

You'll discover how to strengthen the relationship between your mental and emotional well-being and financial health. By gaining knowledge about managing your finances your overall wellness is promoted.

Gain insights into the consequences of neglecting financial self-care in various aspects of life, including physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being.

Planner Society: Make an Autumnal Magnet, Wednesday October 16

Join the Planner Society to create an autumnal craft! We’re making decoupage wooden fridge magnets using a variety of printed napkins and paper to help bring some fall whimsy to your kitchen or bulletin board!

Craft kits will be available to pick up one week before the event for those who register.

This event is ONLINE ONLY! Registration is required to receive the Zoom link and a free craft kit!

Constituent Services with Rep. Chris Pappas Staff, Wednesday October 16

Stop by the Library to speak with a staff member from NH representative, Chris Pappas' office. Mr. Pappas' staff will be here to answer questions, provide information about federal resources and programs, discuss local or national concerns, and help constituents with federal issues including Social Security, VA benefits, passports, IRS issues, and more.  Just drop in! 

Tour the Shipyard!, Wednesday October 16 or 30

Have you ever gazed over the river and wondered about the historic Portsmouth Naval Shipyard? Do you have relatives who may have worked there, or served on a submarine stationed there for repairs? Have you ever been curious about the naval prison? Would you like to see the Russo-Japanese Peace Treaty signing room?  This month we are taking a tour, and look forward to hosting this exciting event with the staff of the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard!

Read our new Civics Zine!

Whether you’d like to contact your representatives, join a board, support or oppose a bill, learn more about our City Council, join a protest, or learn more why our state and city run the way they do – this is the zine for you. There are even activities and book lists for kids!

Our new Civics Zine is totally free, and available online or in print at the library. Happy reading!