Our Language Discussion Groups will now be offered as a hybrid - attend in person or online!

Please note that each group is volunteer-facilitated. These are not classes. They will have no teacher and may have no native speakers. However, the library has many resources for language learning—ask us today!

For more information about all our Language Discussion Groups, visit cityofportsmouth.com/library/languagediscussiongroups.

Click this link to connect via Zoom. Password: 3GWdHC

Every week we’ll have a new activity for teens in grades 6 -12. Each kit will also include a snack!

No registration is required, but pickup is first-come-first-served on Mondays and Tuesdays between 11 AM - 7 PM. The project will be the same on Monday and Tuesday, so no need to come both days.

Every week we’ll have a new activity for youth up to fifth grade. From science activities to arts and crafts, these projects are a great way for some screen-free fun!

No registration is required, but pickup is first-come-first-served on Mondays and Tuesdays between 11 AM - 7 PM. The project will be the same on Monday and Tuesday, so no need to come both days.

Blast Off Book Club is our book club for emerging readers in grades K – 2. Currently we are offering Blast Off Book Club to go, with the option for a Zoom meet-up. Be sure to register for a Blast Off Book Club kit, available for pickup the week before the meeting!

Registration required.

The library's LGBTQ Book Club meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 PM. This book discussion is for those who identify as LGBTQ, or who simply want to learn more about LGBTQ stories, narratives and experiences. All are welcome.

Whenever possible, copies of each month's title will be available for checkout with a library card.

No registration required.

This club will be held in hybrid format. Come in person at the library, or attend online! Click this link to connect via Zoom. Password: 3GWdHC

For more book groups, visit cityofportsmouth.com/library/book-discussion-groups.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is a group of teens who meet monthly to plan teen library programs and more.

We always welcome new members! TAB is open to teens ages 13 and up.

To sign up, email Andrew at awhouldsworth@cityofportsmouth.com.