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 »
Catching Bigfoot with Mike Familant
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJoin Producer, Lead Investigator, and New Jersey Native Mike Familant on Tuesday, May 9 at 6 p.m. as he shares his experiences researching and tracking down the truth behind North America’s most iconic cryptid, Bigfoot. Bigfoot, Sasquatch, Grassman, Skunk Ape, or Big Red Eye, whatever name you choose to call this large, bipedal hominid, Mike has probably... Read more »
Mother Goose
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesMother Goose will be flying back to the library on Friday, April 21, April 28, and May 12 at 11:30 a.m. Join her for stories, rhymes, and movement in the Community Room. Mother Goose will not be held on May 5. In the event of a school cancellation, Mother Goose will not be held.
JCPL Book Club
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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.
Healthy Charcuterie Boards
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesCharcuterie boards are trendy, fun to build, and are popping up at parties and gatherings everywhere! From breakfast to dessert, there is a charcuterie board layout for anything. This program is for those who want to learn about them, but also how to make them healthier! JCPL is partnering with Purdue Extension on Monday, May... Read more »
Hook & Needle Club
Bring a project with you or learn how to crochet from one of our crafters. Share ideas, skills and tips.
Plant Compatibility & Matchmaking
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJoin us on Tuesday, May 23 at 6 p.m., for our final spring gardening session this year. We are going to be covering the topic of plant compatibility. Have you wondered what plants are safe to plant together or which ones are okay to do rotational gardening with? Purdue Extension’s Justin Curley will teach you... Read more »
Memorial Day- JCPL Closed!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesTrueCrimeU: Crime Scene at the Library!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesThis month, the year-long True Crime University program will be wrapping up with the final two classes. The first class will be on Tuesday, May 2 at 6 p.m. and will be covering unsolved cases and will be a final review of all of the topics covered to prepare attendees for the final crime scene... Read more »
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