DAR Ranger Chapter

05/21/2026

04/12/2026

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Planning on attending our unveiling of the Ona Judge Mural? RSVP here: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/428Srdj02-hbXbeJVo7Uug

03/30/2026

https://portsmouthpl.librarycalendar.com/event/GW264
April 19th Genealogy about Fold3. Program offered via zoom, must register ahead of time

Portsmouth Public Library serves the informational, educational and entertainment needs of the people of Portsmouth as well as visitors.

03/14/2026

Even though our 18th and 19th century ancestors have been dead for decades, their DNA still survives in their descendants. Learn how to use autosomal DNA tests to solve genealogical puzzles from the 18th and 19th centuries. This presentation will cover strategies for breaking through brick walls, interpreting DNA matches, and applying genetic genealogy tools to historical research.

Blaine Bettinger, Ph.D., J.D., is a professional genealogist specializing in DNA evidence and the use of artificial intelligence for genealogical research. He is the author of the long-running blog The Genetic Genealogist, and frequently gives presentations and webinars to educate others about the use of DNA and artificial intelligence.

This event is on Zoom. Registration is required! Sign up here: https://portsmouthpl.librarycalendar.com/event/GW263

Presented by the library’s Special Collections staff and members of the Ranger Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), these events are free, open to the public, and appropriate for all levels of interest and experience. All levels will learn something new!

Portsmouth Public Library serves the informational, educational and entertainment needs of the people of Portsmouth as well as visitors.

12/20/2025

Sock it to me!! NH Veterans Home today. Donated our humongous basket of socks and they very much appreciated it! That’s Maureen Campbell, Recreation Director, with me. The Elks #97 also donated some of the socks.

10/19/2025

Lineage Fair

08/19/2025

Hello!

It’s time for our next Genealogy Workshop at the Portsmouth Public Library! This Thursday, August 21 at 6 PM, we will host B.J. Jamieson to give a talk called “Born in Two Places? Solving Conflicting Evidence.” B.J. is an experienced genealogy researcher and librarian. She’ll share effective strategies for sifting through research inconsistencies and help you find the true facts about your ancestors. This talk is free and open to all ages and skill levels. No library card or registration required! Learn more here: https://portsmouthpl.librarycalendar.com/event/GW258

Thanks to our partner, the Daughters of the American Revolution Ranger Chapter, for their support!

Genealogy Workshop: Born in Two Places? Solving Conflicting Evidence
Thursday August 21, 2025
6-8 PM
Levenson Room at the library
No registration required!

Hope to see you all on Thursday. Reach out if you have any questions!

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Katie

Cathryn Czajkowski (she/her)
Special Collections, Portsmouth Public Library
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