Adult Programs
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+.
Cookbook Club Presents
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesJoin us in the meeting room for an evening of exploring and sampling the flavors of well known book genres and what pairs best with each. All ages welcome. Limited spots are available.
Summer Sign
New Boston Library 3850 Rhodes Avenue, New Boston, OH, United StatesAdults are welcome to join us at the New Boston Library to design and paint a Summer Sign. This program will be on Monday, August 18th at 6 pm. For more information call 740-456-4412.
Painting with Sharpies
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesBring out your artistic self with designs using sharpies, rubbing alcohol and ceramic tiles! The event will be held on Tuesday, August 19 at 4 p.m. in the Copley Meeting room at the main library location. Ages tween to adult. Please call 740-354-5304 to register.
True Crime Club-Larry Gene Bell Case
South Webster Library 496 Webster Street, South Webster, OH, United StatesTrue Crime Club, Larry Gene Bell case Unfolded. We will be reading the “When a killer calls: a haunting story of murder, criminal profiling, and justice in a small town” We will focus on this case, give theories, suspects and coverage. Light refreshments will be provided. Registration is required. Open...
Dungeons & Dragons: One Shot 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 5:30 – 7:30pm in the Meeting Room. Ages 18+.
DIY Tin Wallet
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesDecorate a tin wallet to house your trinkets, treasures, or any small items! This craft will be held in the Copley Room at the main library location on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 4:00 P.M. Ages 8-adult. Space is limited! Please register in Local History or call 740-354-5304.
Crafty Artists Group
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesJoin us for our monthly craft and learn step by step how to make a 3D tissue picture painting. Registration is required.
DIY Candle Holders (candles included!)
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesPaint whatever your heart desires onto your candle holder! A fun and easy way to personalize your own space. Candle holders, candles, and paint will be available for patrons to use. All ages. Main library location. Please call 740-354-5304 to register.
Fiction 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: We Are All The Same In The Dark by Julia Heaberlin.
