‘Write the Holidays’ Short Story Contest Ends!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJCPL is launching a short story contest this November, in honor of National Novel Writing Month. (We hope to inspire you to write a novel someday, but want to get you started with something short for now!) To enter the contest, you will need to write a short story that includes your choice of any... 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
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
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.
Sr. Tech at John Jay
An open lab session for those 55+ 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
Cookies & Canvas for Kids!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesThe Jay County Farm Bureau, Inc. is teaming up with JCPL for Cookies & Canvas on Thursday, December 1 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Recommended for elementary-age children, this fun experience will include stories, painting, an agricultural lesson, and of course, cookies! A parent/caregiver is encouraged to attend to help each child as... Read more »
TrueCrimeU- Ballistics
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJoin us on Monday, December 5 at 6 p.m. this month for our next session of True Crime University. December’s session topic is ballistics. Warning: content discussed in these programs may be graphic in nature and disturbing to some, so only those 18 and older may attend. The goal of this program is to provide... Read more »
Story Time
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesChildren ages preschool and younger with their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs, and activities in the Community Room every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. September 20 through December 6.
Interactive STEM Studio
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesPurdue Extension 4-H & JCPL host an interactive STEM Studio at the library on the first Wednesday of each month. The event is free for youth in grades 3-6, will be held in the Community Room from 3:00-4:30 pm, and registration is required. Students will learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math through a... Read more »
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 »
Silly Safaris North Pole Animal Show
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesCome see a special Silly Safaris holiday show featuring live reindeer and other animals from the North Pole and also starring Santa’s Elf, Holidaisy! Two shows will be available on Monday, December 12 at 5:00 and 6:30 p.m. Please call or visit the library to register for either show, spots fill up fast!
Christmas Express Kids Shopping Experience
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesGive your children an opportunity to discover the joy of giving at one of two events! It is a chance for your child to “buy” a gift for 2 family members. To participate, each child must complete the activities required for each age group listed below. Once the child completes their activities, they will receive... Read more »