Portsmouth Free Public Library

06/02/2026

Please note next Monday June 8th the library will be closing at 5:30pm for a private event. We will reopen on Tuesday at 9 am.

05/24/2026

Summer hours begin this week! Each year our summer hours run from Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend.

05/15/2026

Get ready for BIG trucks and BIG fun! 🚒🚜 Climb aboard, explore amazing vehicles, and enjoy live demos at this hands-on family favorite. Join us for an unforgettable morning and help support the library!

05/13/2026

Trying to figure out your summer travel plans? Travel guides from Lonely Planet are newly available from our Ezone! They are always available for checkout on your reading device. To celebrate our 250th celebration this year, many are domestic to help plan your road trips. Check them out here:
https://riezone.overdrive.com/collection/1799463?page=2&sortBy=listorder&collectionId=1799463

05/12/2026

Get creative with us at Family Drop-In Craft Night! Enjoy hands-on crafts with your family and connect with our friends from Communities for People to learn how you can make a difference in a child’s life. Stop in, have fun, and create something meaningful together!

05/09/2026

Get ready for a morning of BIG trucks and BIG fun! Our exciting Touch-a-Truck Annual Fundraiser is back! Families are invited to climb aboard, explore, and get up close with an amazing lineup of vehicles, including fire trucks, police cruisers, construction vehicles, and more. A Quiet Hour from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM will offer a sensory-friendly experience with reduced noise. See you there!

05/08/2026

MOTHER’S DAY CRAFTING! 💐
Drop in and create something special for mom! Kids (baby to 5th grade) can choose from a variety of fun crafts and make a heartfelt gift she’ll love. Supplies are limited, so come early and get crafty!

05/07/2026