Strawberry Fest with Indiana Author Shannon Anderson

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

Come meet Indiana Author Shannon Anderson at a Strawberry Fest on Thursday, June 13 from 5-7 p.m., presented in partnership by JCPL and the Jay County Farm Bureau, Inc. During this event, families will have an opportunity to meet and hear Shannon read her books and purchase one if they would like. Shannon is the... Read more »

Interactive Movie Experience: Toy Story Edition

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

Join us on Friday, June 14 at 2 p.m. for a fun and interactive movie showing of Toy Story. You’ll have a blast whether it’s your first or twenty-first viewing of this film. Attendees will be given a gift bag of prompts and props to participate in the journey of our favorite toys. All ages... Read more »

Hair-Raising Science with Wonderlab

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

What does lightning have to do with your socks? Static electricity! Come to the library on Monday, June 17 to learn how electricity is generated and how it impacts our lives from making your socks stick to your sweater—to creating a bolt of lightning! You’ll get to see electrifying experiments performed with Wonderlab’s Van de... Read more »

Hair-Raising Science with Wonderlab

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

What does lightning have to do with your socks? Static electricity! Come to the library on Monday, June 17 to learn how electricity is generated and how it impacts our lives from making your socks stick to your sweater—to creating a bolt of lightning! You’ll get to see electrifying experiments performed with Wonderlab’s Van de... Read more »

Event Series KiPS

KiPS

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

Ready to help boost your child’s kindergarten readiness before they start school in the fall? KiPS is a “jumpstart” into kindergarten program presented by the Jay County Public Library and is sponsored by The Portland Foundation, Jay Schools, and the library. Children who are eligible for kindergarten in 2024-2025 and who will be attending any... Read more »

Event Series Mini Hollywood Prom

Mini Hollywood Prom

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

JCPL proudly presents: Mini Hollywood Prom! Children ages 1-8 years old and one significant adult (parent, grandparent, or grandfriend) are invited to come dance the evening away and participate in activities together. Two sessions will be available to attend on Thursday, June 20 from 4-5 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. Registration is required so please call... Read more »

Event Series Mini Hollywood Prom

Mini Hollywood Prom

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

JCPL proudly presents: Mini Hollywood Prom! Children ages 1-8 years old and one significant adult (parent, grandparent, or grandfriend) are invited to come dance the evening away and participate in activities together. Two sessions will be available to attend on Thursday, June 20 from 4-5 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. Registration is required so please call... Read more »

Event Series Cookies & Canvas for Kids

Cookies & Canvas for Kids

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

The Jay County Farm Bureau, Inc. and JCPL are again offering the popular kids Cookies & Canvas event on Monday, June 24! Families may sign up for one of two sessions from 4-5:30 p.m. or 6-7:30 p.m. in the Community Room.  Recommended for elementary age children, this fun experience will include stories, making a chicken... Read more »

Event Series Cookies & Canvas for Kids

Cookies & Canvas for Kids

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

The Jay County Farm Bureau, Inc. and JCPL are again offering the popular kids Cookies & Canvas event on Monday, June 24! Families may sign up for one of two sessions from 4-5:30 p.m. or 6-7:30 p.m. in the Community Room.  Recommended for elementary age children, this fun experience will include stories, making a chicken... Read more »

Pirate Camp

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

Ahoy Me Hearties! Learn to speak, dress, and talk like a pirate at JCPL’s Pirate Camp on Tuesday, June 25 from 10-11 a.m. in the Community Room! Prepare yourself to battle the high seas or walk the plank. Make your own parrot companion, treasure map, and more! Most importantly, you can dig for buried treasure... Read more »

Event Series KiPS

KiPS

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

Ready to help boost your child’s kindergarten readiness before they start school in the fall? KiPS is a “jumpstart” into kindergarten program presented by the Jay County Public Library and is sponsored by The Portland Foundation, Jay Schools, and the library. Children who are eligible for kindergarten in 2024-2025 and who will be attending any... Read more »

Family Fair Night

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

Stop on by the library’s parking lot on Thursday, June 27 anytime from 5:00-7:00 p.m. and enjoy a petting zoo, ice cream, outdoor games, farm crafts, and fun activities for the whole family! Participants will also have a chance to sign up for entry passes, ride wristbands, and other goodies for the Jay County Fair.... Read more »