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Computer Gaming, Switch and VR
Come play games with friends on our gaming laptops, Nintendo Switch or try out one of our Oculus Quest systems. You can even bring your own system to play. This free program is from 2:30-4:00 in the Meeting room for ages 13-18.
Find out more »Dragon Eye Necklaces
Join us in the Meeting Room at 2:30pm to make your own dragon eye necklace.
Find out more »Computer Gaming, Switch and VR
Come play games with friends on our gaming laptops, Nintendo Switch or try out one of our Oculus Quest systems. You can even bring your own system to play. This free program is from 2:30-4:00 in the Meeting room for ages 13-18.
Find out more »Paint Your Own Canvas
Join us at the main library and let your creativity shine by painting your own canvas! The event will be Thursday, June 8th, 2023 at 4:00 P.M. in the Copley Room at the main library location. Ages 10 to adult. Space is limited! Please register in Local History or call…
Find out more »Computer Gaming, Switch and VR
Come play games with friends on our gaming laptops, Nintendo Switch or try out one of our Oculus Quest systems. You can even bring your own system to play. This free program is from 2:30-4:00 in the Meeting room for ages 13-18.
Find out more »Dungeons & Dragons
Go on epic adventures and battle deadly foes in the 5th edition of this popular role-playing game. All levels of experience and skill are welcome! Join the fun from 5:30 – 7:30 in the Meeting Room. Ages 18+.
Find out more »Summer Movie Night
Doors open at 5:00pm and the movie starts at 5:30pm. Popcorn will be served during the movie.
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Dungeons & Dragons
Go on epic adventures and battle deadly foes in the 5th edition of this popular role-playing game. All levels of experience and skill are welcome! Join the fun from 2:30 – 4:30 in the Meeting Room. Ages 18+.
Find out more »Computer Gaming, Switch and VR
Come play games with friends on our gaming laptops, Nintendo Switch or try out one of our Oculus Quest systems. You can even bring your own system to play. This free program is from 2:30-4:00 in the Meeting room for ages 13-18.
Find out more »Dungeons & Dragons
Go on epic adventures and battle deadly foes in the 5th edition of this popular role-playing game. All levels of experience and skill are welcome! Join the fun from 5:30 – 7:30 in the Meeting Room. Ages 18+.
Find out more »Potion Bottle Jewelry
Join us in the Meeting Room for a fun craft. Make a potion bottle necklace.
Find out more »Cookbook Club with Kayla and Richie
Bring a dish that matches this month’s theme or come as you are. Taste test some food and enjoy talking about food with other foodies! This FREE event is for ages 18+.
Find out more »Computer Gaming, Switch and VR
Come play games with friends on our gaming laptops, Nintendo Switch or try out one of our Oculus Quest systems. You can even bring your own system to play. This free program is from 2:30-4:00 in the Meeting room for ages 13-18.
Find out more »Crafty Artists Group
Join us for a craft at the SCPL Portsmouth branch’s meeting room. This free program requires registration. Call 740-354-5688 or stop by the Reference Desk to register. All material will be provided to complete the craft. Ages 18+
Find out more »Computer Gaming, Switch and VR
Come play games with friends on our gaming laptops, Nintendo Switch or try out one of our Oculus Quest systems. You can even bring your own system to play. This free program is from 2:30-4:00 in the Meeting room for ages 13-18.
Find out more »Plant Swap
Have a plant you want to share? Divided your plants and bulbs and have nowhere to plant them? Bring them in and trade them with another plant lover. Share gardening tips. The event will be held on June 27 at 4:30pm in the Copley Room at the main library location.…
Find out more »Computer Gaming, Switch and VR
Come play games with friends on our gaming laptops, Nintendo Switch or try out one of our Oculus Quest systems. You can even bring your own system to play. This free program is from 2:30-4:00 in the Meeting room for ages 13-18.
Find out more »Dragon Terrariums
Join us to make a summer reading themed dragon terrarium at 2:30.
Find out more »Leather Crafting Workshop
Come join us and learn how to make a personalized leather bookmark. Ages 18+. Registration is required.
Find out more »Ladybug Magnets
Design your own cute ladybug magnet at the Portsmouth Library! This event will be Thrusday July 6, 2023 at 4:00 PM in the Copley Meeting Room at the main library location and is for tweens ages 8-12, but others ages are welcome. Space is limited! Call the Local History Department…
Find out more »Faux Stained Glass Suncatcher
Join us at the main library to make your very own faux stained glass suncatcher! The event will be Thursday, July 13th, 2023 at 4:00 P.M. in the Copley Room at the main library location. Ages 10 to adult. Space is limited! Please register in Local History or call 740-354-5304.
Find out more »How to Start Your Family Tree
Learn the basics on how to begin your genealogy. Discover the different resources available to you and what the library has to offer. The event will be held in the Local History Department of the main library location.. Join us on July 25 at 4:30 pm. Supplies provided. Ages 10-adult
Find out more »Rock Painting
Join us at the main library to make paint rocks! The event will be Thursday, August 10th, 2023 at 4:00 P.M. in the Copley Room at the main library location. Ages 8-12. Space is limited! Please register in Local History or call 740-354-5304.
Find out more »Pompom Cacti
Design your own cacti own of pom-poms! This event will be Thrusday August 24, 2023 at 4:00 PM in the Copley Meeting Room at the main library location and is for tweens ages 8-12, but others ages are welcome. Space is limited! Call the Local History Department at 740-354-5304 to…
Find out more »A Walk Through History
Join us as we take a walk along the floodwall murals and visit some interesting items of our history. We hope that you will discover something different and new. The event will be held on August 29 at 10 am. Meet us there at 10 am. Handouts will be provided.
Find out more »Macrame with Megan- Keychains
Come make your own Macrame Mermaid Tail Keychain with Megan. You will be able to choose from different colors of Macrame cord. This event will be Thrusday September 7, 2023 at 4:00 PM in the Copley Meeting Room at the main library location and is for adults, but other ages…
Find out more »Macrame with Megan- Mini Plant Holders
Come down to the Main Library to make your own mini plant hanger with Megan. You can choose from different colors of macrame cord. This event will be Thrusday October 5, 2023 at 4:00 PM in the Copley Meeting Room at the main library location and is for adults, but…
Find out more »Macrame with Megan- Lanyards
Come to the Main Portsmouth Library to make your own Macrame lanyards with Megan. There will be different colors of macrame cord to use. This event will be Thrusday November 2, 2023 at 4:00 PM in the Copley Meeting Room at the main library location and is for adults, but…
Find out more »Macrame with Megan- Christmas Wreath Ornament
Come make your own macrame Christmas Wreath Ornmanet before Christmas with Megan. This event will be Thrusday December 7, 2023 at 4:00 PM in the Copley Meeting Room at the main library location and is for adults, but others ages are welcome. Space is limited! Call the Local History Department…
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