How to Run A Game of Dungeons and Dragons, Thursday August 8
July 27, 2024You want to run a game of Dungeons & Dragons, but it seems ... daunting? Learn how with the Super Simple Startup Dungeon Master program. We'll learn a little improv, a little organization, some rules of play, and about some other tools of the trade.
Gundalow Game Night, Wednesday August 7
July 27, 2024Gundalows played an important part in Portsmouth's heritage. Gundalows were used until the late 1800s as the delivery trucks and tractor trailers of history, transporting cargo and passengers to the towns around the Seacoast.
Film Screening: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Monday August 5
July 27, 2024A Midsummer Night's Dream.
1999. PG-13. 116 Minutes.
Exhibit: "The Whistle at Eaton Falls" – A Louis de Rochemont Award Display, August 1-30
July 27, 2024The Whistle at Eaton Falls, produced by Seacoast film legend Louis de Rochemont in 1951 and recently restored on DVD, was awarded the Willy Haas-Preis Award for Best Film on Blue Ray/DVD at the International Film History Conference in Hamburg, Germany in 2023.
City Offers Homeowners Free Testing Kits for Lead in Water
July 25, 2024The City of Portsmouth Health and Water Departments are taking the opportunity to raise awareness of the issue of the risks of lead poisoning by providing the following information and a free lead testing program.
Lead in Water: While the City Water System has no lead in its source waters and tests the water system regularly, as required, to confirm there are no detectable levels of lead in the drinking water in your home, that might come from pipes and fixtures, we recommend a routine water test for lead.
Celebrate Disability Pride Month!
July 19, 2024July marks Disability Pride Month, celebrating the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), landmark legislation that broke down barriers to inclusion in society.
City Receives Independent Engineering Report on 278 State Street
July 18, 2024The City of Portsmouth has received an independent engineering report regarding the property at 276/278 State Street from Jeff Nawrocki of JSN Associates, LLC.
City Accepting Public Comment on Draft Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan
July 18, 2024The City of Portsmouth is updating its Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan and is seeking community input. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) requires every community to develop and maintain a Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan with the goal of increasing resilience to natural hazards such as flooding, storm surge, extreme temperatures, wildfires, and other natural disaster threats to health and safety.
City Announces Event Parking Shuttle for Sail Portsmouth, July 27-28, 2024
July 18, 2024Sail Portsmouth welcomes a parade of the US Coast Guard barque Eagle and a flotilla of other vessels to Portsmouth on Friday, July 26 starting at 9 am. The Parade of Sail features an impressive lineup of vessels, including the Ernestina-Morrissey and Denis Sullivan, along with the iconic gundalow Piscataqua, a US Navy tug, the City fireboat, and a multitude of supporting pleasure craft and fishing vessels.
Week of July 15, 2024 - Heat Advisory
July 17, 2024With the heat index over 100 degrees this week, it is important to keep cool and stay hydrated. In addition, check in on your family, friends, and neighbors, especially those without air conditioning.
Cool off in the Outdoor Pool (https://portsnh.co/outdoor)