Children
Mom’s Mental Health Hour
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesThis event is for the moms! On Thursday, May 5 at 5 p.m., JCPL will be collaborating with Purdue Extension’s Amanda Bullion for this unique program geared for busy moms who never get time for themselves and who need a break. We will be providing an activity and snack for children, while the moms get... Read more »
Bookopoly Reading Challenge
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesBookopoly Reading Challenge! June 6 through July 23 Do you love monopoly and love reading? Get the best of both in JCPL’s Bookopoly Challenge for all ages this summer at the library! If you meet the reading requirements, you will receive a completion prize and be entered into a drawing for one of many grand... Read more »
Silly Safaris
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesMonday, June 6, 1:30 p.m. AND 3:00 p.m. The ever-popular Silly Safaris live animal show will return to the Jay County Public Library on Monday, June 6 with TWO shows at 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Starring Ryan the Lion, this fun and educational show with an ocean theme will give kids the chance to... Read more »
Silly Safaris
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesMonday, June 6, 1:30 p.m. AND 3:00 p.m. The ever-popular Silly Safaris live animal show will return to the Jay County Public Library on Monday, June 6 with TWO shows at 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Starring Ryan the Lion, this fun and educational show with an ocean theme will give kids the chance to... Read more »
Tabby Tuesdays
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States*Tabby Tuesdays Tuesday mornings, 10:00-11:00 a.m., June 7 - July 12 Register your child for an opportunity to read to a cat from the Midwest Pet Refuge! Held on Tuesday mornings from June 7 - July 12 from 10-11 a.m., each session will be 15 minutes long to allow for reading and playtime with the... Read more »
KiPS (Kindergarten Prep School)
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesReady to help boost your child’s kindergarten readiness before they start school in the Fall? KiPS is a “jumpstart” into kindergarten program sponsored by the Jay County Public Library. Children who are eligible for kindergarten in 2022-2023 and who will be attending any Jay County school may be registered for this program. KiPS will be... Read more »
Brainstormers & Explorers Story Time
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesBrainstormers & Explorers Story Time Fridays, 10:00 a.m., June 10 - July 22 Join us in the Community Room for stories followed by a variety of activities. This one-hour program is recommended for children ages 8 and under. All Brainstormers & Explorers Story Times in June will be held at the library. June 10 -... Read more »
Tabby Tuesdays
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States*Tabby Tuesdays Tuesday mornings, 10:00-11:00 a.m., June 7 - July 12 Register your child for an opportunity to read to a cat from the Midwest Pet Refuge! Held on Tuesday mornings from June 7 - July 12 from 10-11 a.m., each session will be 15 minutes long to allow for reading and playtime with the... Read more »
KiPS (Kindergarten Prep School)
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesReady to help boost your child’s kindergarten readiness before they start school in the Fall? KiPS is a “jumpstart” into kindergarten program sponsored by the Jay County Public Library. Children who are eligible for kindergarten in 2022-2023 and who will be attending any Jay County school may be registered for this program. KiPS will be... Read more »
Disney Princess Sing-a-Long Party
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesDisney Princess Sing-a-Long Party Thursday, June 16, 6:00 p.m. On Thursday, June 16 at 6 p.m., come meet Cinderella, Moana, Jasmine, and Belle in this special event by Once Upon a Princess! They will sing, dance, read a story, pose for photos, and may even play some games too. Fairytale attire encouraged!
Brainstormers & Explorers Story Time
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesBrainstormers & Explorers Story Time Fridays, 10:00 a.m., June 10 - July 22 Join us in the Community Room for stories followed by a variety of activities. This one-hour program is recommended for children ages 8 and under. All Brainstormers & Explorers Story Times in June will be held at the library. June 10 -... Read more »
Minute to Win It Team Competition
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States*Minute to Win It Team Competition Monday, June 20, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Gather your friends and family and meet us at the library on Monday, June 20 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., where teams will compete against each other in a series of minute to win it games! Based on the famous television show, teams will... Read more »