The Whistle at Eaton Falls, produced by Seacoast film legend Louis de Rochemont in 1951 and recently restored on DVD, was awarded the Willy Haas-Preis Award for Best Film on Blue Ray/DVD at the International Film History Conference in Hamburg, Germany in 2023. Filmed in Exeter, Portsmouth, and Newmarket, New Hampshire, The Whistle features Dorothy Gish, Ernest Borgnine, and a very young Lloyd Bridges in the starring role. 

July marks Disability Pride Month, celebrating the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), landmark legislation that broke down barriers to inclusion in society. This month is an opportunity to lift up the voices of people with disabilities, study the history of disability rights, and learn how to foster inclusion and possibilities for future generations. 

Check out our curated book lists:

With the heat index over 100 degrees this week, it is important to keep cool and stay hydrated. In addition, check in on your family, friends, and neighbors, especially those without air conditioning.

Cool off in the Outdoor Pool (https://portsnh.co/outdoor)

Stop by the Library (https://portsnh.co/library)

Visit Community Campus (https://portsnh.co/communitycampus)