Family
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... Read more »
Paint Drop-In Crafts
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesStop by the library anytime from 2-4 p.m. on Friday, July 8, to paint something fun and take it with you! Mini clay pots, canvases, and more will be available... Read more »
Take & Make Crafts
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesIn these kits, there will be bird-related activities for learning about birds, watching and looking for specific breeds, and a DIY Wooden Birdhouse Decoration Craft. Available for all ages, while... 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... Read more »
Edible Book Cake Contest
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesWanted: book lovers and bakers! Whether you are a professional baker or an amateur, enter to compete in our Edible Book Cake Contest on Monday, July 18 from 4:00 to... Read more »
Harry Potter Night
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesCalling all muggles! Whether you are a long-time fan or just becoming one, join us on Thursday, July 21 from 5-7 p.m. at the library for a unique Harry Potter... Read more »
Movie at the Library
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesCome see The Bad Guys movie in the Community Room on Thursday, September 8 at 4 p.m. Movie is rated PG for action and rude humor.
Hocus Pocus Experience
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesOh no, the Sanderson Sisters have been spotted in Jay County (someone must have lit the Black Flame Candle again!) In honor of the premiere of Hocus Pocus 2 and... Read more »
Pumpkin & Apple Fun at the Library
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesFamilies can drop by the Community Room at the library on Monday, October 3 anytime from 5:30-7:00 p.m. for an opportunity to make their own miniature apple pie, make pumpkin... Read more »
Children’s Book Author Visit
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJoin local author Donna Haggenjos and illustrator Stephen McClung as they share their children’s book Oaks, the Mighty Tree on Saturday, October 15 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. This family event will... Read more »
Halloween Take & Make Crafts
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesHalloween Take & Make Crafts with activities will be available on Wednesday, October 19 for kids ages preschool through teen. Available while supplies last!
Creepy Crafts at the Library
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesDrop by the library anytime from 2 to 4 p.m. on Friday, October 21 to enjoy some creepy craft-making! In preparation for Halloween, we will have a station where you... Read more »