Family
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 »
Stuffed Animal Party
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesThursday, June 30, 2:00-3:00 p.m. AND 3:30-4:30 p.m. On Thursday, June 30 from 2-3 p.m. AND 3:30-4:30 p.m. we are having a Stuffed Animal Party! Choose from a variety of animals and stuff your very own furry friend. Enjoy a variety of additional activities as you get to know your furry friend. Children of any... Read more »
Stuffed Animal Party
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesThursday, June 30, 2:00-3:00 p.m. AND 3:30-4:30 p.m. On Thursday, June 30 from 2-3 p.m. AND 3:30-4:30 p.m. we are having a Stuffed Animal Party! Choose from a variety of animals and stuff your very own furry friend. Enjoy a variety of additional activities as you get to know your furry friend. Children of any... 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 »
Meet Curious George!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesOn Thursday, July 7 from 5-7 p.m., come meet life-size Curious George in this come-and-go event for families. Children will have a chance to meet Curious George, take photos, and participate in a variety of crafts and activities.
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 to choose from. Let’s see what you can make at this fun drop-in event! This event is for all ages!
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 supplies last!
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 »
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 7:00 p.m! Based off of the International Edible Book Contest, we will be hosting our first ever edible book competition. It’s simple: choose a book... 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 fandom experience! Upon your arrival at the library, you will get sorted into your house. Then, you can visit the Great Hall in the Community... 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 to kick off the Halloween season, we will be hosting our first experience event on Thursday, September 29. During the experience, you will get to... Read more »