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

Summer Reading Challenge begins!

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

This summer, JCPL is challenging you to help us hit our community goal of reading 3,000 hours!  Summer reading will take place from June 5 through July 22 this year.  When we reach our goal, the library will donate $1,000 that will be used to purchase food to give away to our community for our... Read more »

Chalk the Walk begins!

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

Create artwork on the library’s sidewalks this summer whenever you visit the library! Sidewalk chalk will be available at the front desk from June 5 - July 22 for kids and families to take outside and enjoy drawing throughout the summer.

Take & Makes- All Ages!

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

Monday, June 5, while supplies last   Preschool - 2nd Grade Take & Make Kits S’mores kits with summer fun activities   3rd-6th Grade Take & Make Kits Kool Aid rock candy science experiment with summer fun activities   Teen & Adult Take & Make Kits Summer Floral Mason Jar Lid Suncatchers Craft & Activities

Story Trail #1 begins!

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

Take a walk with your family around the library from June 5-17 and read the children’s book Marigold Bakes a Cake by Mike Malbrough. A small prize will be available at the front desk for kids each day they complete the story trail.

Event Series Summer Story Time Fun!

Summer Story Time Fun!

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

Join us in the Community Room for stories followed by activities on Tuesdays at 10 a.m., June 6 through June 27. This one-hour program is recommended for children ages 8 and under.  All Summer Time Story Fun programs will be held at the library. June 6 - Around the World - Travel to different countries... Read more »

Healthy Mixology

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

Summer is the perfect time for a refreshing drink and working on your health! But what if you’re bored of drinking the same plain water or wanting to try something new but don’t know where to start? In this adult mixology class on June 6 at 6 p.m., we will teach you about healthy drink... Read more »

Event Series KiPS

KiPS

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 2023-2024 and who will be attending any Jay County school may be registered for this program. KiPS will be... Read more »

Pop-Up Food Pantry

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

Thursday, July 27 will be the Pop-Up Food Pantry event at the library.  It will be held from 12-6 p.m. in the community room.  Any and all members of our community will be able to come in and shop for some free food items! Shopping will be on a first come, first served basis, while... Read more »