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

Bookopoly Reading Challenge

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

Bookopoly 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 the library! If you meet the reading requirements, you will receive a completion prize and be entered into a drawing for one of many grand... Read more »

Silly Safaris

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

Monday, June 6, 1:30 p.m. AND 3:00 p.m. The ever-popular Silly Safaris live animal show will return to the Jay County Public Library on Monday, June 6 with TWO shows at 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Starring Ryan the Lion, this fun and educational show with an ocean theme will give kids the chance to... Read more »

Silly Safaris

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

Monday, June 6, 1:30 p.m. AND 3:00 p.m. The ever-popular Silly Safaris live animal show will return to the Jay County Public Library on Monday, June 6 with TWO shows at 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Starring Ryan the Lion, this fun and educational show with an ocean theme will give kids the chance to... Read more »

Dementia Friendly Jay County Workshop

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

Dementia Friendly Jay County Workshop Monday, June 6, 6 p.m. Join us on June 6 at 6 p.m. for a Dementia Friendly Jay County information workshop presented by Abby Muhlenkamp with Dementia Friends Indiana and Lifestream Services Inc. If you know somebody who is living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia and want to... Read more »

Event Series Tabby Tuesdays

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 »

Introduction Forensics (True Crime University #1)

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

*True Crime University: Introduction to Forensics Tuesday, June 7, 6 p.m. Introduction to Forensics Join us as we kick off our year-long true crime series on June 7 at 6 p.m! Running from June 2022 through June 2023, this monthly program will teach you all about different aspects of true crime and forensics. Hands-on demonstrations... Read more »

Event Series KiPS (Kindergarten Prep School)

KiPS (Kindergarten Prep School)

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

Ready to help boost your child’s kindergarten readiness before they start school in the Fall? KiPS is a “jumpstart” into kindergarten program sponsored by the Jay County Public Library. Children who are eligible for kindergarten in 2022-2023 and who will be attending any Jay County school may be registered for this program. KiPS will be... Read more »

Event Series Brainstormers & Explorers Story Time

Brainstormers & Explorers Story Time

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

Brainstormers & Explorers Story Time Fridays, 10:00 a.m., June 10 - July 22 Join us in the Community Room for stories followed by a variety of activities. This one-hour program is recommended for children ages 8 and under. All Brainstormers & Explorers Story Times in June will be held at the library. June 10 -... Read more »

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 »

Pond Management (Purdue Extension)

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

Purdue Extension: Pond Management Friday, June 13, 6 p.m. Join us on June 13 at 6 p.m. as we host Purdue Extension to teach you how to maintain and upkeep any ponds, whether they are residential, on property you own, or if you’re looking to start a new pond.