Do you love puzzles and escape rooms? Are you looking for an hour or two of free fun for the whole family or friend group? Are you into gaming, D&D, or fantasy? Drop in to the library any time in August or September and take the Dragon of PPL challenge! 

A library-wide treasure hunt designed for adults or families (with kids aged 8 and above), the adventure begins in the library of a small village, where a famous golden book has gone missing... 

The City of Portsmouth, NH, water supply sources have recovered from the drought conditions that began in late summer 2024. The Bellamy Reservoir surface water source has rebounded from the significantly low levels recorded in September and October, aided by late winter snowmelt and spring precipitation. Groundwater levels, which were below average during the first quarter of 2025, have also returned to near-normal levels for this time of year. According to the U.S.

Back by popular demand!

We are so excited to be joined by the Portsmouth Police, Fire, and Public Works Department for this special Community Touch-A-Truck event! Check out police vehicles, a fire truck, various public works vehicles, and meet some of our community's helpful workers! This event will take place in the big parking lot between the library and the middle school.  Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times for safety.

Registration is not required. Just drop by!

We know it can be hard to make friends when you’re an adult. We’ve got the perfect solution – a low-stakes, fun way to talk to people and make connections. We’re talking about a portrait paint night!

This is your chance to meet a whole bunch of cool people looking to expand their social circle, just like you, and maybe you'll make a masterpiece.

Put on your comfiest pajamas, grab your favorite stuffie and meet Miss Gretyl in the sun room for pajama story time!  This story time is geared toward children ages 2-5 and will feature bedtime stories, songs, rhymes and more!  

Registration is requested but not required.