Erin Brockovich
2000. R.131 minutes.

Do you feel that your New Year plans and resolutions have been forgotten in the daily routine? Has the excitement about new habits fizzled? Have plans to incorporate more connection, play, or fun gotten derailed with urgent matters? You aren’t alone. Come join us for a Quarterly Self Check-In. We will pause, reflect, plan, and remember to celebrate ourselves too! Journal questions will be provided.

Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. 

Join us at the library in the Special Collections Room and be part of our Research Huddle! In sports, a huddle is when the players gather in a circle to strategize, motivate, or celebrate. We think genealogists should do the same!

This is the perfect opportunity to dig into your personal history and tell your family’s story. Use the library’s print collections and research databases to progress with your fact-finding. We’ll gather to use library resources, share our successes, learn from fellow researchers, and overcome our research stumbling blocks!

Guitar Sunday will be hosted at the Portsmouth Public Library, and we are pleased to feature a free performance by Timothy Scott, a seacoast-based classical guitarist and student at the University of New Hampshire.

Tim has had the privilege of playing alongside Opera Maine and the UNH Symphony Orchestra, enriching and expanding his musical horizons during his studies. Timothy's genuine love for the instrument has led to a repertoire that spans genres and a dedication to precise performance.

Harry "Bucky" Lew became New Hampshire's first Black professional when he played for the Portsmouth Pros in 1905. In a history-making career that started in Lowell, MA, and spanned 25 years, he ultimately became the first Black player, coach, manager, referee, and franchise owner in an otherwise white game.

Have you ever gazed over the river and wondered about the historic Portsmouth Naval Shipyard? Do you have relatives who may have worked there, or served on a submarine stationed there for repairs? Have you ever been curious about the naval prison? Would you like to see the Russo-Japanese Peace Treaty signing room?  This month we are taking a tour, and look forward to hosting this exciting event with the staff of the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard!

Stop by the Library to speak with a staff member from NH representative, Chris Pappas' office. A representative from Mr. Pappas' staff will be here to answer questions, provide information about federal resources and programs, discuss local or national concerns, and help constituents with federal issues including Social Security, VA benefits, passports, IRS issues, and more. 

The Color Purple
2023. PG-13.141 minutes.

In 1909 Celie a black American girl is given away in marriage by her abusive father to a local farmer Albert who treats her cruelly. Celie is God fearing and deliverance comes in the form of jazz singer who takes her away to another city far away from her misery. She now gets her long due happiness.

Refreshments will be served. Subtitles are shown whenever possible. This is a free event open to the public. 

Join Portsmouth Public Library in welcoming Amanda Lovelace (she/they) and Parker Lee (she/them) for a poetry reading and Q&A over Zoom! In celebration of National Poetry Month we’re very excited to host Amanda, who is the author of several bestselling poetry titles, including their celebrated "women are some kind of magic" series, along with their partner Parker, who is a trans and non-binary poet and storyteller, as well as the author of “espresso shots & forget-me-nots”.

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