Drop in Device Help
February 7, 2023Get free one-on-one help using your computer, smartphone, or other device. We can show you how to download eBooks, use Bluetooth, stream movies, and more.
Guitar Sundays — David Newsam & The Back Bay Trio, Sunday February 5
February 5, 2023Guitar Sundays are back after a short holiday reprieve! Join us at PMAC, 973 Islington Street, for this classical guitar performance featuring David Newsam and The Back Bay Trio!
Black Heritage Trail of NH Tea Talks — "Before European Contact", Sunday February 5
February 5, 2023The Winter Tea Talks are a series of participatory panel presentations and discussions related to New Hampshire’s Black history and African American culture.
Take Your Child to the Library Day, Saturday February 4
February 4, 2023Join us to celebrate this national celebration of all things library with all-day activities, games,crafts, and special story times!
Film Screening: Groundhog Day (on Groundhog Day!), Thursday February 2
February 2, 2023Don't miss the classic movie, Groundhog Day, starring Bill Murray on Thursday February 2 at 6:30 PM!
Local History: Indigenous Stories — An Unbroken Circle: Indigenous Communities and the Seacoast, Tuesday January 31
January 31, 2023As we celebrate Portsmouth's 400th Anniversary, we ask what histories and experiences have been ignored or systematically erased. Local Indigenous leaders will share their peoples' history & discuss current projects. Join us for this kick-off event of our Indigenous Stories series!
Speculative Fiction Book Club: All Systems Red, Tuesday January 31
January 31, 2023The Portsmouth Public Library Speculative Fiction Book Club will meet on the final Tuesday of each month at 7 PM. Spec Fic is a genre that encompasses fantasy, science fiction, horror, and everything in between. Speculative fiction asks, what if? Join us online in January to discuss All Systems Red by Martha Wells!
Shakespeare Discussion Group: As You Like It, Tuesday January 31
January 31, 2023How 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!
Exhibit Reception: Seacoast Camera Club, January 30 - March 2
January 29, 2023You won't want to miss the annual Seacoast Camera Club exhibit in the Levenson Room at the Portsmouth Public Library! This exhibit features the works of local photographers who capture the beauty of Portsmouth in celebration of the 400th anniversary of the City of Portsmouth and runs from January 30 to March 2.
Film Screening: Emma, Thursday January 26
January 26, 2023Join us for Emma!
We show recent films as well as films that you might have missed in the theatres. All films will feature subtitles where possible. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is not required.