Press Releases/What’s New

National expert Michael L. Strauss will explore military and civilian records that help piece together the history of our families during this difficult time period. Find out more and register at cityofportsmouth.com/library/genealogy.

Meet in person to learn the basics of book binding, and then online to add some artistry! Taught by library staff. Find out more and register at 
portsmouthpl.librarycalendar.com/events/bookbinding

Join author Carolyn Marvin to learn more about Ruth Blay, who was hanged in Portsmouth's South Street Cemetery, having been convicted of the crime of concealing the birth of her illegitimate child.

As from your graves rise up, and walk like sprites to attend this merry meet with any who might find enjoyment in the wondrous words of Shakespeare! Find out more and register at portsmouthpl.librarycalendar.com/events/macbeth.

Join a Palliative Care Provider/Educator, a Death Doula, an End of Life Coach, and a representative from the NH Alliance for End of Life Options for a panel discussion! Find out more and register at portsmouthpl.librarycalendar.com/events/good-death.

Learn how to talk about sex with children and youth of any age - and how to be a supportive, approachable caregiver! With Jen Del Deo. Find out more and register at
portsmouthpl.librarycalendar.com/events/parenting-sex.

A woman in her sixties, after losing everything in the Great Recession, embarks on a journey through the American West, living as a van-dwelling modern-day nomad...

Natasha Romanoff, AKA Black Widow, confronts the darker parts of her ledger when a dangerous conspiracy with ties to her past arises...

Learn chords, tune your ukulele, and strum along to some favorite songs, with instructor Jean Frances Pauly! Find out more and register at 
portsmouthpl.librarycalendar.com/events/ukulele.

In response to Amanda Gorman's inaugural poem, The Hill We Climb, exhibitors are sharing their understanding of racial inclusion and equity...