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

Event Series Board of Trustees

Board of Trustees

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

The 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 »

PU Extension: Backyard Poultry 101

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

Join us on Monday, October 10 at 6 p.m. for Backyard Poultry 101!  Keeping poultry (chickens, ducks, geese, guinea fowl, and turkeys) is becoming more popular. Whether you are already raising poultry and have questions, or are interested in learning how to do it, this program has something for everyone.

Event Series Story Time

Story Time

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

Children 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.

Lego Marble Race Tracks

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

Let’s have fun with Legos! Build a marble race track with Legos and pool noodles on Thursday, October 13 from 4:00-5:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Fall-themed Lego build challenge cards will be available or you can make your own Lego creations in this come-and-go event. Snacks will be provided.

Children’s Book Author Visit

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

Join 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 begin with a reading of the story, followed by cookies and interactive fall activities for children. Children will have a chance to make a leaf... Read more »

Event Series Story Time

Story Time

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

Children 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.

Event Series Friends of JCPL

Friends of JCPL

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

Friends group will process newsletters at 6 p.m. and stay for the business meeting at 6:30.

Halloween Take & Make Crafts

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

Halloween Take & Make Crafts with activities will be available on Wednesday, October 19 for kids ages preschool through teen.  Available while supplies last!

STEM Exploration

Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

Kids in grades 3-6 are invited to come to the Jay County Public Library Community Room on Thursday, October 20 from 2-4 p.m. and try out 3-D printing and pens, coding, computer aided design, and engineering provided by Purdue Extension during this come & go, hands-on opportunity. No registration required.  Snacks will be provided!