Trick-or-Treat at the Library!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJCPL will be participating in the Merchant Trick-or-Treat event on Friday, October 29th from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Stop by the library for candy and treats for all ages!
Local Author Chele Denney Story Time
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesSaturday, October 30 @ 10:00 a.m. Meet children’s book author Michele Denney at the Jay County Public Library during a farm-themed story time on Saturday, October 30 @ 10:00 a.m. Chele will be reading her book The Secret Life of Mary the Librarian, and children will have an opportunity to participate in various cow and... Read more »
Duck Hunting at the Library!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesIt’s Duck Hunting Season! During the week of November 1-6, a variety of plastic ducks will be hidden around the library. Children are encouraged to go duck hunting for a duck to take home with them, and bring it to the desk for a prize! One duck/prize per child please.
Story Time
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesStory Time at the Jay County Public Library will be held on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. in the Community Room beginning September 14. Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children ages preschool and younger with their caregivers.
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
Mother Goose
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesMother Goose will be flying back to the library each Friday morning at 11:30 a.m. beginning September 10! Join Mother Goose in the Community Room for stories, rhymes and movement. If school is not in session or is cancelled, Mother Goose will not be held.
National Games Week at the Library!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesNational Games Week is the November 8 through 13 this year. Help us celebrate by stopping by the library during this week and play games that will be placed throughout the building. Bring some friends, or your family, and enjoy a wide variety of games to be able to play together for this all ages... Read more »
Children’s Book Week!
JCPL's Facebook Page 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesCelebrate Children’s Book Week from November 8-14. Join the fun on the JCPL Facebook page, as we celebrate children’s books!
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 »