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Looking for support, resources, or ways to connect with your community? Come meet Waypoint and discover resources for children, youth, and families, from parenting support and playgroups to early intervention, health-related services, and support for youth experiencing housing instability. Registration not required. About Waypoint Waypoint is a New Hampshire nonprofit organization that has served Granite Staters since 1850. Originally founded as a child welfare agency, Waypoint now provides programs, resources, and support for people of all ages across the state. Find out more about Waypoint: https://waypointnh.org/
Laptime is recommended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and will feature stories, songs, fingerplays, bouncing rhymes, and puppets. Laptime is designed to engage babies and caregivers and provide social interaction while encouraging early literacy skills including talking, singing, reading and playing. This story time is recommended for babies that are not yet walking, but can accommodate older toddler siblings as well.
Toddler Story Time is recommended for two and three year olds and their caregivers and will feature stories, singing, puppets, playing and more!
Join us for LEGO Club at PPL! Each week children in grades K-5 are invited to join us in the Levenson Room to create unique LEGO challenges, work on individual projects and have fun with other LEGO loving kids! Challenges may include building marble mazes, things that float, zip-lines and more! This program is designed for children in grades K-5. Children must be enrolled in kindergarten AND at least five years of age to participate in LEGO Club.
Gently used costumes for babies to 10 years old can be dropped off at youth services beginning September 29. Families can shop the used costumes from October 4- 29 in youth services. Toy weapons, make up and masks are not permitted. Remaining costumes after the event will be donated to our community partnerships.
Laptime is recommended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and will feature stories, songs, fingerplays, bouncing rhymes, and puppets. Laptime is designed to engage babies and caregivers and provide social interaction while encouraging early literacy skills including talking, singing, reading and playing. This story time is recommended for babies that are not yet walking, but can accommodate older toddler siblings as well.
Toddler Story Time is recommended for two and three year olds and their caregivers and will feature stories, singing, puppets, playing and more!
Join us for LEGO Club at PPL! Each week children in grades K-5 are invited to join us in the Levenson Room to create unique LEGO challenges, work on individual projects and have fun with other LEGO loving kids! Challenges may include building marble mazes, things that float, zip-lines and more! This program is designed for children in grades K-5. Children must be enrolled in kindergarten AND at least five years of age to participate in LEGO Club.
Gently used costumes for babies to 10 years old can be dropped off at youth services beginning September 27. Families can shop the used costumes from October 4- 29 in youth services. Toy weapons, make up and masks are not permitted. Remaining costumes after the event will be donated to our community partnerships.
Join us for Adventures in Neurodivergent Parenting: Practical Tools for Managing Meltdowns, School Meetings, and Everything in Between, a FREE five-part education series designed to provide parents and caregivers of neurodivergent children with information, resources, and support. All sessions are free and open to the public and will be offered both in person at the Portsmouth Public Library and online via Zoom, from 6 – 7:30 PM. Registration required. Tuesday, October 13 The School Survival Guide: Navigating the Special Education Process Families play an essential role in helping children succeed in school, and understanding the supports available when they are struggling can make a meaningful difference. This workshop provides a family-friendly overview of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and Special Education (Individualized Education Program/IEP) and the services and protections available to neurodivergent children. It will also offer practical information, helpful resources, and opportunities to build confidence in navigating school systems. Attendees will leave with a stronger understanding of how to advocate for their child, collaborate with school teams, and ensure
Laptime is recommended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and will feature stories, songs, fingerplays, bouncing rhymes, and puppets. Laptime is designed to engage babies and caregivers and provide social interaction while encouraging early literacy skills including talking, singing, reading and playing. This story time is recommended for babies that are not yet walking, but can accommodate older toddler siblings as well.
Toddler Story Time is recommended for two and three year olds and their caregivers and will feature stories, singing, puppets, playing and more!
Join us for LEGO Club at PPL! Each week children in grades K-5 are invited to join us in the Levenson Room to create unique LEGO challenges, work on individual projects and have fun with other LEGO loving kids! Challenges may include building marble mazes, things that float, zip-lines and more! This program is designed for children in grades K-5. Children must be enrolled in kindergarten AND at least five years of age to participate in LEGO Club.
Join us for Adventures in Neurodivergent Parenting: Practical Tools for Managing Meltdowns, School Meetings, and Everything in Between, a FREE five-part education series designed to provide parents and caregivers of neurodivergent children with information, resources, and support. All sessions are free and open to the public and will be offered both in person at the Portsmouth Public Library and online via Zoom, from 6 – 7:30 PM. Registration required. Tuesday, October 20 Kids Do Well If They Can: An Intro to Collaborative Problem Solving This session will introduce the basic principles of Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS), a trauma-informed, evidence-based approach to understanding and helping kids and adults with behavioral challenges. Participants gain a more empathetic and accurate understanding of what causes undesired behavior and are given an overview of the key components of the CPS approach. After this course you will be able to recognize situations where lagging thinking skills can lead to undesired behaviors, know your three options for responding to challenging situations and what they can accomplish, and identify how using the CPS approach can lead to positive con
Laptime is recommended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and will feature stories, songs, fingerplays, bouncing rhymes, and puppets. Laptime is designed to engage babies and caregivers and provide social interaction while encouraging early literacy skills including talking, singing, reading and playing. This story time is recommended for babies that are not yet walking, but can accommodate older toddler siblings as well.
Toddler Story Time is recommended for two and three year olds and their caregivers and will feature stories, singing, puppets, playing and more!
Join us for LEGO Club at PPL! Each week children in grades K-5 are invited to join us in the Levenson Room to create unique LEGO challenges, work on individual projects and have fun with other LEGO loving kids! Challenges may include building marble mazes, things that float, zip-lines and more! This program is designed for children in grades K-5. Children must be enrolled in kindergarten AND at least five years of age to participate in LEGO Club.
Join us at the fourth annual Fall Family Fun Fest at Community Campus! It is a lot of fun with activities, food, music and more! If you want to get in the spirit, costumes are encouraged!
Join us for Adventures in Neurodivergent Parenting: Practical Tools for Managing Meltdowns, School Meetings, and Everything in Between, a FREE five-part education series designed to provide parents and caregivers of neurodivergent children with information, resources, and support. All sessions are free and open to the public and will be offered both in person at the Portsmouth Public Library and online via Zoom, from 6 – 7:30 PM. Registration required. Tuesday, November 3 Lost in Translation: Helping Others Understand Your Neurodivergent Child Parents often find themselves acting as translators—helping teachers, coaches, grandparents, healthcare providers, and others understand how their neurodivergent child experiences the world. This practical, strengths-based workshop explores how advocacy changes over time, from speaking for your child in the early years to supporting them in becoming their own self-advocate. We'll discuss advocacy across school, home, family, and community settings, explore how it may look different for children with visible and less visible support needs, and share concrete tools—including sample letters, conversation starters, and practical strategies tha
Toddler Story Time is recommended for two and three year olds and their caregivers and will feature stories, singing, puppets, playing and more!
Laptime is recommended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and will feature stories, songs, fingerplays, bouncing rhymes, and puppets. Laptime is designed to engage babies and caregivers and provide social interaction while encouraging early literacy skills including talking, singing, reading and playing. This story time is recommended for babies that are not yet walking, but can accommodate older toddler siblings as well.
Toddler Story Time is recommended for two and three year olds and their caregivers and will feature stories, singing, puppets, playing and more!
Laptime is recommended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and will feature stories, songs, fingerplays, bouncing rhymes, and puppets. Laptime is designed to engage babies and caregivers and provide social interaction while encouraging early literacy skills including talking, singing, reading and playing. This story time is recommended for babies that are not yet walking, but can accommodate older toddler siblings as well.
Join musicians from the PSO for a fun, family-friendly concert that brings the world of string instruments to life! “Family Matinees” are designed especially for young audiences and their families. This interactive performance features the musicians of the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra as they explore the sounds, styles, and versatility of the string family in an exciting and accessible way. After the concert, stick around for hands-on activities. Kids can try out an instrument, color their own musical masterpiece, and create musical memories. A perfect introduction to classical music for curious minds! The performance will last for about 40 minutes. Registration is not required.
Laptime is recommended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and will feature stories, songs, fingerplays, bouncing rhymes, and puppets. Laptime is designed to engage babies and caregivers and provide social interaction while encouraging early literacy skills including talking, singing, reading and playing. This story time is recommended for babies that are not yet walking, but can accommodate older toddler siblings as well.
Toddler Story Time is recommended for two and three year olds and their caregivers and will feature stories, singing, puppets, playing and more!
Laptime is recommended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and will feature stories, songs, fingerplays, bouncing rhymes, and puppets. Laptime is designed to engage babies and caregivers and provide social interaction while encouraging early literacy skills including talking, singing, reading and playing. This story time is recommended for babies that are not yet walking, but can accommodate older toddler siblings as well.
Toddler Story Time is recommended for two and three year olds and their caregivers and will feature stories, singing, puppets, playing and more!
Laptime is recommended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and will feature stories, songs, fingerplays, bouncing rhymes, and puppets. Laptime is designed to engage babies and caregivers and provide social interaction while encouraging early literacy skills including talking, singing, reading and playing. This story time is recommended for babies that are not yet walking, but can accommodate older toddler siblings as well.
Toddler Story Time is recommended for two and three year olds and their caregivers and will feature stories, singing, puppets, playing and more!
Laptime is recommended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and will feature stories, songs, fingerplays, bouncing rhymes, and puppets. Laptime is designed to engage babies and caregivers and provide social interaction while encouraging early literacy skills including talking, singing, reading and playing. This story time is recommended for babies that are not yet walking, but can accommodate older toddler siblings as well.
Toddler Story Time is recommended for two and three year olds and their caregivers and will feature stories, singing, puppets, playing and more!
Laptime is recommended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and will feature stories, songs, fingerplays, bouncing rhymes, and puppets. Laptime is designed to engage babies and caregivers and provide social interaction while encouraging early literacy skills including talking, singing, reading and playing. This story time is recommended for babies that are not yet walking, but can accommodate older toddler siblings as well.
Toddler Story Time is recommended for two and three year olds and their caregivers and will feature stories, singing, puppets, playing and more!
Laptime is recommended for babies ages 0 to 18 months and will feature stories, songs, fingerplays, bouncing rhymes, and puppets. Laptime is designed to engage babies and caregivers and provide social interaction while encouraging early literacy skills including talking, singing, reading and playing. This story time is recommended for babies that are not yet walking, but can accommodate older toddler siblings as well.
Toddler Story Time is recommended for two and three year olds and their caregivers and will feature stories, singing, puppets, playing and more!
5 children’s events are on in Portsmouth in the next seven days, read every night from the calendars of Portsmouth Public Library (3 branches, 36 upcoming programmes). Library programmes are free. Museum and zoo events say “admission may apply”; check the venue for prices.
Yes and no. Every event, time, address and link is open to anyone. An account only lets you save outings you plan to go to.
Each library and venue calendar is re-read every night, so a cancelled storytime disappears within a day. Times are shown in Portsmouth’s own time zone.
Babies and toddlers, preschoolers, early grades, tweens and teens. Pick an age range above to narrow the list; leave them all off to see everything.
More in New Hampshire: Manchester, Nashua.