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A Novel Idea Book Group
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesFree reading event. Fiction Book Group meets the first Friday of the month in the Quiet Room at 4pm. For more information call 740-354-5688 or visit yourppl.org. This month’s selection: Same as It Ever Was by Claire Lombardo.
Dungeons & Dragons: Campaign Group
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesGo on epic adventures and battle deadly foes in the 5th edition of this popular role-playing game. All levels of experience and skill are welcome! Join the fun from 2:30 – 4:30pm in the Meeting Room. Ages 18+.
Free Day Friday
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesCome play games with friends on our gaming laptops, Nintendo Switch or try out one of our Oculus Quest systems. You can even bring your own system to play. This free program is from 2:30-4:00 in the Meeting room for ages 13-18.
Trivia Night
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesGather your family, friends, and fellow trivia enthusiasts for an evening of brain-teasing questions, friendly competition, and endless entertainment. Ages 13+. Join us at 6pm in the Meeting Room.
Pop-Up Valentine’s Cards
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesIf you have always wanted to know how pop-up cards (and pop-up books) are made, come learn with Youth Services staff at the library! We will teach some basic techniques, then you can spend the evening making cards for your valentine. This program is intended for ages 12 and under.
Clay Heart Trinket Dish
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesYou need the perfect Valentines Day gift for your loved one? Look no further! The event will be Thursday, February 13th, 2025 at 4:00 P.M. in the Copley Room at the main library location. Ages 8-108. Space is limited! Please register in Local History or call 740-354-5304.
Page to Stage
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesJoin us from 2:30 – 4:00 in the Meeting Room to get a little act-ive. We’ll be playing fun theater games aimed to prepare you for the stage. This FREE program is for ages 13-18.
Roly Poly Storytime
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesJoin Miss Stefanie at the perfect playtime for your little bundles of joy! Music, dancing, and reading are essential to your baby’s development so don’t miss out. You and your little ones will enjoy this Storytime that occurs every Thursdays at 1pm during active Storytime sessions!
Computer, Switch and VR Gaming
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesCome play games with friends on our gaming laptops, Nintendo Switch or try out one of our Oculus Quest systems. You can even bring your own system to play. This free program is from 2:30-4:00 in the Meeting room for ages 13-18.
Wiggleworms Storytime
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesMiss Kasie’s Storytime is perfect for toddlers that are ready to learn to get their wiggles out before listening to fun books read aloud to them! Music, dancing and of course books! You and your little ones will enjoy this Storytime that occurs every Wednesday at 11:30am during active Storytime...