Adult
Family Film Friday!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesTake a break from the heat this summer and join us on Friday, June 16 at 1 p.m. for an afternoon showing of Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs! We will be serving popcorn and root beer floats, while supplies last! Movie will begin at 1 p.m., so show up a little early to get... Read more »
Nailed It! Decorating Edition (Ages 13+)
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesMonday, June 19 Kid’s Challenge (ages 8-12), 3:30-4:30 PM Teen & Adult Challenge (ages 13+), 6:00-7:00 PM In Netflix’s Nailed It!, a baking competition show, contestants must bake and recreate their own versions of a predetermined cake design. However, here at JCPL, we do the baking for you. All you have to do is re-create... Read more »
JCPL Book Club
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesThe JCPL Book Club meets on the third Monday of every month at 7 p.m. On April 17, we’ll be reading The Bookwoman’s Daughter by Kim Michelle Richardson. Anyone who loves to read may join!
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.
A Magical Afternoon with C. R. Ryan
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJoin us for a magic-filled afternoon, as JCPL welcomes C.R. Ryan back to the library on Monday, June 26, at 2 p.m. for his family-friendly magic show! This is an event that will excite all ages. Registration is required and space is limited.
Hook & Needle Club
Bring a project with you or learn how to crochet from one of our crafters. Share ideas, skills and tips.
Star-Spangled Fun Drop-In
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesBring your family to enjoy making a hamburger craft, your own festive snacks, an exciting science experiment, and play in a corn sensory play area in this come-and-go event on Monday, July 3, from 2-4 p.m.
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.
Fear Factor: Edible Edition Drop-In
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesTeens and Adults: 13+ Are you an adventurous eater and up for a challenge? If so, drop into the library on Friday, July 7 from 2-4 p.m. for an ultimate challenge to see if you can handle our taste test of creepy, crawly, gross, sticky, and other interesting foods! This program is NOT for the... Read more »
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 »
Adult Cookie Crawl
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesCalling all cookie bakers AND taste testers! On July 17 from 5-7:30 p.m., JCPL will be hosting its first Adult Cookie Crawl! We need your help for two different categories: bakers and judges. If you like to bake and want to enter to be part of the Baker’s Dozen (13 bakers) competition group, you will... Read more »
JCPL Book Club
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesThe JCPL Book Club meets on the third Monday of every month at 7 p.m. On April 17, we’ll be reading The Bookwoman’s Daughter by Kim Michelle Richardson. Anyone who loves to read may join!