Eight Simple Hints for Using the Portsmouth Public Library

1. Come to use the library. Read books and magazines; do homework; play a board game with a friend; use a computer; attend programs; visit exhibits; enjoy doing library activities.
2. Act legally and ethically.  Acting or attempting to act in violation of state, federal, or local law, ordinance, or regulation, or library policy, is prohibited.
3. Keep your belongings (backpacks, cellphones, etc.) with you at all times.
4. Share the space respectfully with others, including library patrons and staff.  Disrupting or interfering with normal operation of the Library, its staff, or other users is not allowed. 
5. Communicate with respect. Obscene, harassing, or abusive language or gestures is not tolerated.
6. Use the building, furnishings, stuffed animals, computers, Wi-Fi, etc., properly.
7. Accompany your children.  Children under 10 must be in the company of a parent, guardian, or other caregiver 18 years or older at all times.
8. Do not smoke, use or prepare tobacco or e-cigarettes/vaping products in the library or on library property.

Follow these posted library rules and ask a librarian for our Detailed Rules of Behavior if you have questions.  A librarian may ask you to the leave the library if you disregard the library rules.