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Board of Trustees
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesThe regular monthly meeting of the library’s Board of Trustees is open to the public and held in the Community Room unless otherwise posted. The library is governed by a seven-member board, with members appointed by the Jay County Council, Jay County Commission, or Jay School Corporation. Members are appointed for four-year terms, serve without... Read more »
Chocolate Lover’s Pop-Up at JCPL
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesWill you be the library's Valentine? Stop by on Valentine's Day and visit the chocolate lover's pop-up table inside the library to get a free hot cocoa and chocolate candy, while supplies last.
Free Faxing/Emailing Week Begins!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJCPL Loves Our Community! Visit the library this month as we show our love for our patrons and our community! We hope that you will join us for several free service weeks and the variety of ways we plan to show our appreciation to you. In February, we will be offering free services on... Read more »
TCU: Digital Evidence
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesTrue Crime University: Digital Evidence Please call or visit the library to register for this event.
Friends of JCPL
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesFriends group will process newsletters at 6 p.m. and stay for the business meeting at 6:30.
Abraham Lincoln Visit
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJoin us on Thursday, February 23 at 6 p.m. for a special appearance by President Abraham Lincoln as he visits JCPL during his birthday month! During his appearance, he will trace his journey from log cabin to the White House. Learn more about his youth in Indiana (age 7-21) and many other aspects of his... Read more »
Last Day of Winter Reading Challenge!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesRead and Build a Snowman! All ages are encouraged to participate in our Winter Reading Challenge from January 16 through February 25. All you have to do is read three books and write each title on the form provided, to build a snowman. Book suggestions will be provided on the back of the form if... Read more »
Hook & Needle Club
Bring a project with you or learn how to crochet from one of our crafters. Share ideas, skills and tips.
Sr Tech at John Jay
An open lab session where you can get tips and ask your tech questions of Cheryl Lucas from the library. Session will immediately follow Lunch and Learn Program. Call the John Jay Center to register for the lunch and for details on time and location.
A Celtic Concert @ JCPL!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesLooking for something to do to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? Join us on Tuesday, March 7 at 6 p.m. for a special Celtic-inspired concert at the library as we welcome violinist and guitar duo Emily Ann Thompson & Kel to perform at JCPL. Special refreshments will be provided by The Friends of the Jay County... Read more »
Survivor: Parent Edition
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesParenting and caregiving are hard! We get that, so we wanted to offer you a space to come to the library and find support with other parents and caregivers who know what you’re going through! Please join us on Thursday, March 9 from 5:30-7:00 p.m. for an evening of support and discussion. Dinner will be... Read more »
March Madness Bracket Competition
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesIt’s March Madness time again, which means that it is also time for JCPL’s Basketball Bracket Competition! Brackets will be available starting March 13. All brackets must be filled out and returned to JCPL by 12:00 PM on March 16, 2022. Complete your brackets the best you can and earn the chance to win a... Read more »