Portsmouth Public Library Blog
Adult Services Coordinator
Summary The Adult Services Coordinator, under the direction of the Deputy Director, is responsible for providing collaborative guidance system-wide. The PS Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the workflow of the Reference and Circulation public desks… Read More »
NO MORE DAILY OVERDUE FINES!
The Portsmouth Public Library System is delighted to announce that our Board of Trustees has approved a new policy — no more daily overdue fines! FINE-FREE FAQS What does it mean to be “fine-free”? Effective April 1,… Read More »
Requests for Statements of Qualifications for Architectural and Engineering Services
The Board of Trustees of the Portsmouth Public Library has established a file with qualifications of providers of professional design services for use by the Board when design services are needed that will cost less… Read More »
OverDrive is now Libby!
Brought to you by your local library, and built with 💕 by OverDrive. Warm, personal, and easy to use, Libby is great for users of all ages. Read across devices All your loans, notes, bookmarks,… Read More »
CreativeBug
Creativebug offers online video arts and crafts workshops and techniques. Learn how to paint, knit, crochet, sew, screen print, and more. Click here to access CreativeBug
Need wifi? Check out a mobile hotspot!
Now available for checkout, a mobile hotspot from Verizon or AT&T with unlimited data. You can use a mobile hotspot to surf the internet, get homework help, attend online classes, search for employment, or use… Read More »
New Service! – World Book eBooks
The World Book eBooks platform includes a rich library of beautifully illustrated titles for all ages and interests. Are you an animal fan? Learn amazing animal factoids in the Animal Lives series! Think space is… Read More »
LeapPads now available for check-out
It’s kid-tough and kid-friendly right out of the box. It also includes preloaded content featuring core skills in mathematics, reading and science as well as music, puzzles, logic and creativity to prepare kids for preschool… Read More »
Delays in statewide delivery service
Due to a recent change in the state-wide library delivery service, all Ohio libraries are experiencing long delays in receiving requested books, DVDs and other materials. This delay is NOT affecting any requests for items… Read More »