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Shakespeare Discussion Group: Othello, Tuesday November 30
What, ho, merry players! Why, ‘tis a call for a meet of Shakespearean fellows!
Library phones are down but we are here until 5:30
Library phones are down but we are here until 5:30! Please stop by or email us at libinfo@cityofportsmouth.com with any questions.
Estate Planning Seminar, Wednesday November 17
This popular educational session is back with attorney Edward Beasley! Registration is required.
Marie Curie's Life & Work, Wednesday November 10
Join presenter Edward Sierra for a journey into the life of Marie Curie, an early pioneer of radioactivity and the only person to win a Nobel Prize in two different sciences: Physics and Chemistry!
Genealogy Workshop: Census Reports, Sunday November 21
Genealogist Seema Kenney discusses the United States census, its purpose and methods, and how to find its hidden gems!
Local History: The Castle: Stories of the Portsmouth Naval Prison, Tuesday November 9
Filmmaker Neil Novello presents historical photos and videos chronicling the 66-year history of the Navy's only maximum-security prison in the world...
Genealogy Workshop: The Reconstruction Era, Sunday October 17
National expert Michael L. Strauss will explore military and civilian records that help piece together the history of our families during this difficult time period. Find out more and register at cityofportsmouth.com/library/genealogy.
2-Week Bookbinding Workshop, Mondays October 18 & 25
Meet in person to learn the basics of book binding, and then online to add some artistry! Taught by library staff. Find out more and register at
portsmouthpl.librarycalendar.com/events/bookbinding