How 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! Pick up a video recording of the play to view at your leisure, and then join us on the last Tuesday of the month at 4 PM to discuss your experience with The Bard’s work.

Mean Girls
2024. PG-13. 112 Minutes.

Cady Heron is a hit with the Plastics, an A-list girl clique at her new school. But everything changes when she makes the mistake of falling for Aaron Samuels, the ex-boyfriend of alpha Plastic Regina George.

Registration is not required. Refreshments will be provided. Subtitles are used when possible. All are welcome!

Portsmouth's past isn't confined to dusty books. It's literally underfoot! Explore our historic cemeteries, dating back to 1620, and meet the fascinating residents who helped build our city and nation.

Local researcher and Cemetery Committee Co-Chair, Sue Sterry, will lead us through Portsmouth’s historic cemeteries from the comfort of the library’s Levenson Room. We’ll learn about Point of Graves Burial Ground, est. 1620; North Cemetery, est. 1753; Union Cemetery, est. 1844; and Pleasant Street Cemetery, est. 1754.

Presented by the library’s Special Collections staff and members of the Ranger Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), these events are free, open to the public, and appropriate for all levels of interest and experience. All levels will learn something new!

We are pleased to welcome Janis Hancock to share one of her many skills -- giant paper flower making! Janis is a member of the Portsmouth Garden Club. You might remember seeing the colorful blooms in the library lobby during Literature in Bloom last Spring, or you might remember the Portsmouth Garden Club brightening the Portsmouth 400th parade with their cart filled with giant flowers! 

Prince Whipple, a young native of Africa, was transported during the Atlantic slave trade to America, and detained in slavery by William Whipple, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. In 1779, Prince Whipple, together with 19 other enslaved Africans, submitted a Petition for Freedom to the New Hampshire state legislature.

Molly Meng, artist and founder of the Traveling Postal Club, will lead a workshop on creating Mail Art. We will learn how to craft lovely postcards while Molly shares ways to create connections through letter writing. Supply packets will be available to pick up at the library about a week before the event.

Registration is required to receive the Zoom link and supply packet. 

Do you have questions about Medicare? Not sure about the best plan for you?  By attending this free, informational class you will have a better understanding of the basics of Medicare. It will also help you know your options and provide you with the tools you will need to determine the plan best suited to your needs in time for the Annual Enrollment Period from October 15th to December 7th. The presentation uses relatable, easy-to-understand language.

Registration is optional. By registering, you will receive an email reminder. 

2023. PG. 116 Minutes.

Based on the extraordinary character at the center of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Roald Dahl’s most iconic children's book and one of the best-selling children's books of all time, "Wonka" tells the wondrous story of how the world's greatest inventor, magician and chocolate-maker became the beloved Willy Wonka we know today.

Join us in the Levenson Community Room. Registration is not required. Refreshments will be provided. Subtitles are used when possible. All are welcome!