Summer Reading Kick-Off Party, Monday June 17

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Arr! Adventure Begins at the Portsmouth Public Library during our Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Party on Monday, June 17. The field behind the library will be full of fun and games from 6 - 8 PM including an inflatable obstacle course, popcorn, face painting, big bubbles and more! There may even be a visit from a pirate! And don't forget to sign up for our 2024 Summer Reading Challenge! Read and listen to books, record your minutes on Beanstack then visit the library to earn prizes. We have Summer Reading Programs for all ages from birth to 99!

Halcyon Festival Children's Concert, Wednesday June 12

Children, families, and classical music lovers are invited to a very special free performance at the library this month!

Visiting musicians, from institutions like New England Conservatory and New York Philharmonic, will play movements from a variety of pieces including works by Bach and Medelssohn. Musicians will also discuss the history of quartets, and answer questions! You do not want to miss this unique and incredible experience!

This free educational opportunity is presented by the Halcyon Music Festival, which runs June 13-22 at St. John’s Episcopal Church.