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Baby Luau
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesEnjoy a fun summer day on the official first day of summer! Learn dances and songs with other parents with young babies! We will be doing fun activities that promote brain development and social development in little ones while enjoying themed healthy snacks fit for a true luau! Feel free...
Summerween at the Mystery Shack
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesJourney to the mysterious town of Gravity Falls, Oregon and take part in your own Summerween adventure! This escape room-esque program will put your Gravity Falls knowledge to the test; solving puzzles, riddles, and cyphers, as you follow clues to get to the Mystery Shack in time for the party!
Tic-Tac-Toe to Go!
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesJoin us for an evening of crafting! We’ll be creating 2 designs for your game pieces, as well as designing your own zippered canvas bag to keep it all together.
Cookbook Club Presents: Summertime Desserts
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesPatrons are encouraged to bring a dish to match the monthly theme. Taste test some food and enjoy conversation with other local foodies!
Origami Workshop
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesJoin us for a 3 Week art series all about Origami. Kids aged 9-12 will have an opportunity to learn beginner techniques of the ancient Japanese art of paper folding, while helping to create an art installation that will become part of the Library’s decor!. Attendees can come to any...
A Squirrely Scavenger Acorn hunt!
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesChippie Chipmunk and Salvador Squirrel have used the library for their fall food storage! We’ve got to find all the nuts they've left behind or we will soon have trees sprouting from the shelves! Be sure to create a fun fall collage before you go!
Literary Pumpkin Painting Contest
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesYou’re invited to join the Scioto County Public Library for our 3nd Annual Literary Pumpkin Painting Contest! All ages are eligible for participation! Submissions accepted September 30- October 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!
Gallery of Goofy Gobblers
Portsmouth Public Library 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth, OH, United StatesHelp your turkey escape the dinner table by creating a clever disguise! Dress your turkey as a character from your favorite book to help him evade the hunter!
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!
