Monday Movies: Classics & Conversation - Sunset Blvd, Monday February 13
February 13, 2023Looking to meet new people and catch some classic films? Join film expert, Jeannie MacDonald to watch the classic film, Sunset Blvd., followed by clips from Jeannie's exclusive chat with Nancy Olson, the last living cast member from Sunset Blvd. Light refreshments will be served.
Black Heritage Trail Tea Talks - Beyond 40 Acres: Land Ownership and Black Wealth, Sunday February 19
February 12, 2023The Winter Tea Talks are a series of participatory panel presentations and discussions related to New Hampshire’s Black history and African American culture.
Exhibit: Seacoast Camera Club Reception & Presentation
February 7, 2023Join us for the Opening Reception of the 2023 Seacoast Camera Club Exhibit. Meet the photographers, view the exhibit, ask questions of the artists, and watch a presentation entitled Purposeful Portsmouth Photography by David J. Murray.
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!