ART EXHIBIT: Modern Tall Ships by Rebecca Klementovich, May 2 — June 1
May 2, 2023Don't miss the exhibit of beautiful large-format paintings by local artist Rebecca Klementovich on display in the Levenson Community Room! These abstract works will be on display until June 1. You're invited to meet the artist at a public reception on Sunday, May 14 from 2 — 4 PM.
Portsmouth NH City Manager Presents FY24 Proposed Budget
May 2, 2023The Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) Proposed Budget for all appropriated City funds was distributed to the Mayor and City Council on April 27, 2023. This budget document and accompanying interactive user guide are posted to the City website: portsnh.co/budgets.
Portsmouth Community Power Hosts Public Information Meeting May 11
May 1, 2023On April 12, 2023, the NH Public Utilities Commission (PUC) notified the City of Portsmouth it had approved the Portsmouth Community Power Energy Aggregation Plan which allows the City to move forward on securing less expensive and “greener” electric power for residents and businesses.
Portsmouth Community Power is eligible to launch June 1, 2023. Information letters detailing the benefits – and how to be part of Portsmouth Community Power or to opt out – are being mailed starting April 28.
Film Screening- The Woman King, Thursday April 27
April 27, 2023The Woman King
2022. Rated PG-13. 135 Minutes.
A historical epic inspired by true events that took place in The Kingdom of Dahomey, one of the most powerful states of Africa in the 18th and 19th centuries.
New Hampshire Scottish Music Club Concert, Saturday May 13
April 27, 2023Join us for an afternoon of Scottish music, to enjoy toe-tapping reels and jigs, lively strathspeys and marches, and poignant slow airs performed by the skilled members of the New Hampshire Scottish Music Club.
Film Screening- 80 for Brady, Thursday May 11
April 27, 2023Films at the library are open to the public and FREE. All films will feature subtitles where possible.
Registration is not required. This is a drop-in event. Space is limited so arrive early to secure your seat. Refreshments will be served.
Embroidery 201: Create Your Own Design, Tuesday May 9
April 27, 2023Embroidery is a rewarding and affordable way to enhance your clothing and other belongings, an excellent gift to give in any season, and an interesting way to explore symbols and design motifs. Join in the long history of embroidery as a mode of self-expression in this two-week class.
Guitar Sundays: William Ghezzi Offers a Classical Guitar Concert at PPL, Sunday May 7
April 27, 2023Join us for a relaxing classical guitar concert by William Ghezzi. Mr. Ghezzi is back to perform for our Guitar Sundays music series which is co-hosted by the Portsmouth Public Library, Portsmouth Music and Arts Center, and sponsored by Service Credit Union.
Film Screening: Stars Wars: Episode IV- A New Hope , Thursday May 4
April 27, 2023Join us to celebrate May 4, or "May the 4th Be with You," day, a celebration of all things Star Wars. The fourth day in May became Star Wars Day because of the turn of phrase, "May the force be with you," used by Jedi masters in the movies.
City of Portsmouth Announces Paperless Water, Sewer & Property Tax Billing Option
April 27, 2023The Portsmouth City Council has authorized the City Finance Department to offer City taxpayers and Water and Sewer customers the option of paperless billing. Customers may opt-in to this completely voluntary service to receive the next bill electronically via the City’s InvoiceCloud system. With paperless billing, residents and businesses can receive their property tax, water and sewer bills electronically, eliminating the need for paper bills to be mailed.