Events

Literary Pumpkin Decorating Contest

Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth

Submissions accepted October 1st- October 15th. Enter our annual pumpkin painting contest to win a prize. All ages are welcome! You must provide your own materials. Pumpkins may not be carved and submissions must have a literary theme. Winners will be announced October 17th.

Free

Wiggleworms: Toddler Storytime

Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth

Miss 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...

Computer, Switch and VR Gaming

Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth

Come 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.

Free

Teen Mini Pumpkin Painting

South Webster Library 496 Webster Street, South Webster

Stop by and grab a paintbrush to paint your own mini pumpkin! Whether you want a decoration done early for Halloween or you just want a canvas for your own art, paint your pumpkin however you’d like!

Ghost Family Portrait

Bookmobile

Join us on the boo'kmobile at Crestview Community for a spooktacular ghost family portrait craft! The bookmobile will supply all materials and is for ages 12 and under.

Free

Ghosty Wall Art

New Boston Library 3850 Rhodes Avenue, New Boston

Tweens, float into some spooky fun with our Ghosty Wall Art! Customize your 3D canvas to create the perfect Halloween decoration that’s uniquely you! For more information, please call 740-456-4412.

Free