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What’s Your Playlist? How Music Can Motivate & Inspire
What’s Your Playlist? How Music Can Motivate & Inspire
Join us for our final session of the Design Your Life Adult Mental Health Series with IU Health’s Jenni VanSkyock on Tuesday, May 28 at 6 p.m. This month, we will be talking about the music that we listen to and how that can help motivate us to accomplish tasks and goals, or improve our... Read more »
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Letter Hunt Adventure begins!
Join in on our Letter Hunt Adventure June 3-29 which includes our Indoor Story Trail and a new weekly craft. The goal is to solve a Cryptogram Puzzle! Clues will be hidden in various spots on the children’s side of the library. Printouts of the puzzle and additional instructions will be located on the North... Read more »
Indoor Story Trail begins!
Take a walk through the children’s side of the library June 3-29. This summer’s Indoor Story Trail will be featuring Make More S’mores by Cathy Ballou Mealey. Learn how Roscoe the Raccoon loves sharing s’mores with his friends, but will there be any left for him? Follow the signs located in the library foyer and... Read more »
Writing Contest begins!
All ages are invited to participate in JCPL’s writing contest this summer, which will take place June 3-July 20. Kids who have completed grades K-8 may write a short comic strip for a chance to win a prize! First place winners will receive their own writing kits. Second and third place will receive prizes as... Read more »
Pop-Up Food Pantry Donation Drive begins!
JCPL is excited to announce the return of our Pop-Up Food Pantry! Our second annual one-day pantry will take place on Thursday, August 1 from 12-6 p.m. in the Community Room at the library. In the meantime, we are asking for and accepting non-expired canned food and non-perishable food item donations to help stock the... Read more »
Adventures of the Traveling Bookworm begins!
JCPL is excited to welcome the newest addition to our staff this summer—our library bookworm, Willa Worma! Each week of our summer reading program, June 3-July 20, Willa Worma will be adventuring around the parks of Jay County to read her favorite books and hang out with her friends. She wants you to follow along... Read more »
Book Adventure Challenge begins!
Let’s go on a reading adventure as a community! From June 3-July 20, JCPL is challenging you to help us reach a community goal of reading 300,000 minutes (or 5,000 hours) this summer! When we reach our goal, we will celebrate with free popcorn and cookies at the library from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.... Read more »
Survival Skills Workshop
Survival Skills Workshop
Do you have what it takes to survive in the wilderness? Join us for a Wilderness Survival Skills workshop on Monday, June 3 in the parking lot of the library. Come learn about making wilderness shelters, fire-starting techniques, how to find fresh water and food, and what to do if you are lost and need... Read more »
Survival Skills Workshop
Survival Skills Workshop
Do you have what it takes to survive in the wilderness? Join us for a Wilderness Survival Skills workshop on Monday, June 3 in the parking lot of the library. Come learn about making wilderness shelters, fire-starting techniques, how to find fresh water and food, and what to do if you are lost and need... Read more »
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Tape Town
Tape Town
Come visit newly-established Tape Town--right here in the Community Room at JCPL! Join us on Tuesday, June 4 from 10-11 a.m. for activities like “driving” down the tape roads of Tape Town and visiting interactive stations like the grocery store and car wash. There will be a fun car snack to make and an On-the-Go... Read more »
Seasonal Savor: Cooking with Fresh Produce From the Garden
Seasonal Savor: Cooking with Fresh Produce From the Garden
Join us for the next session of our 4-part adult healthy cooking mini-series in partnership with the dietitians from IU Health Jay! During this mini-series, we will be covering a healthy cooking topic that relates to the season we are in. There will be discussion, food demonstrations, and taste tests! Join us on Tuesday, June... Read more »
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KiPS
KiPS
Ready to help boost your child’s kindergarten readiness before they start school in the fall? KiPS is a “jumpstart” into kindergarten program presented by the Jay County Public Library and is sponsored by The Portland Foundation, Jay Schools, and the library. Children who are eligible for kindergarten in 2024-2025 and who will be attending any... Read more »
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Stuffed Animal Party
Stuffed Animal Party
Choose from a variety of animals and stuff your very own furry friend on Thursday, June 6 from 1-2 p.m. or from 2:30-3:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Enjoy a variety of additional activities as you get to know your new friend! Children of any age are welcome to participate. Registration is required and space... Read more »
Stuffed Animal Party
Stuffed Animal Party
Choose from a variety of animals and stuff your very own furry friend on Thursday, June 6 from 1-2 p.m. or from 2:30-3:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Enjoy a variety of additional activities as you get to know your new friend! Children of any age are welcome to participate. Registration is required and space... Read more »
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Teen Pop-Tart Party
Teen Pop-Tart Party
This one is for all of the Pop-Tart loving teens (ages 13-18)! Join us on Friday, June 7 from 2-4 p.m. for a fun drop-in event where we create our own Pop-Tart pillows, have an epic taste test with Pop-Tart flavors, and more! Registration is required to attend this event, but once registered, you may... Read more »
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Pioneer Experience Take & Makes
On Monday, June 10, take & makes will be available, while supplies last, for kids to take home and experience pioneer fun! Preschool-2nd graders will be able to create a foam patchwork quilt sewing craft with other printed activities. 3rd-6th graders will be able to paint two pioneer peg dolls, make a wagon for them... Read more »
Board of Trustees
Board of Trustees
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 »
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Teddy Bear Picnic
Teddy Bear Picnic
On Tuesday, June 11 at 10 a.m., JCPL will be hosting a Teddy Bear Picnic in the Community Room! Each child may bring a teddy bear of their own, but every child will get the opportunity to pick out a stuffed animal they can keep! The program will begin with two stories and then children... Read more »
Teen Tie-Dye Hour
Teen Tie-Dye Hour
Teens (ages 13-18) are invited to come to the library on Tuesday, June 11 at 6 p.m. for a fun evening of tie-dye! Teens will be able to pick two tie-dye projects to create, including a canvas tote bag, socks, or hair scrunchie. Registration is required for this program and space is limited. Please visit... Read more »
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KiPS
KiPS
Ready to help boost your child’s kindergarten readiness before they start school in the fall? KiPS is a “jumpstart” into kindergarten program presented by the Jay County Public Library and is sponsored by The Portland Foundation, Jay Schools, and the library. Children who are eligible for kindergarten in 2024-2025 and who will be attending any... Read more »
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Strawberry Fest with Indiana Author Shannon Anderson
Strawberry Fest with Indiana Author Shannon Anderson
Come meet Indiana Author Shannon Anderson at a Strawberry Fest on Thursday, June 13 from 5-7 p.m., presented in partnership by JCPL and the Jay County Farm Bureau, Inc. During this event, families will have an opportunity to meet and hear Shannon read her books and purchase one if they would like. Shannon is the... Read more »
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Interactive Movie Experience: Toy Story Edition
Interactive Movie Experience: Toy Story Edition
Join us on Friday, June 14 at 2 p.m. for a fun and interactive movie showing of Toy Story. You’ll have a blast whether it’s your first or twenty-first viewing of this film. Attendees will be given a gift bag of prompts and props to participate in the journey of our favorite toys. All ages... Read more »
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Hair-Raising Science with Wonderlab
Hair-Raising Science with Wonderlab
What does lightning have to do with your socks? Static electricity! Come to the library on Monday, June 17 to learn how electricity is generated and how it impacts our lives from making your socks stick to your sweater—to creating a bolt of lightning! You’ll get to see electrifying experiments performed with Wonderlab’s Van de... Read more »
Hair-Raising Science with Wonderlab
Hair-Raising Science with Wonderlab
What does lightning have to do with your socks? Static electricity! Come to the library on Monday, June 17 to learn how electricity is generated and how it impacts our lives from making your socks stick to your sweater—to creating a bolt of lightning! You’ll get to see electrifying experiments performed with Wonderlab’s Van de... Read more »
JCPL Book Club
JCPL Book Club
The JCPL Book Club meets on the third Monday of every month at 7 p.m. On April 17, we’ll be reading The Bookwoman’s Daughter by Kim Michelle Richardson. Anyone who loves to read may join!
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Friends of JCPL
Friends of JCPL
Friends group will process newsletters at 6 p.m. and stay for the business meeting at 6:30.
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KiPS
KiPS
Ready to help boost your child’s kindergarten readiness before they start school in the fall? KiPS is a “jumpstart” into kindergarten program presented by the Jay County Public Library and is sponsored by The Portland Foundation, Jay Schools, and the library. Children who are eligible for kindergarten in 2024-2025 and who will be attending any... Read more »
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Mini Hollywood Prom
Mini Hollywood Prom
JCPL proudly presents: Mini Hollywood Prom! Children ages 1-8 years old and one significant adult (parent, grandparent, or grandfriend) are invited to come dance the evening away and participate in activities together. Two sessions will be available to attend on Thursday, June 20 from 4-5 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. Registration is required so please call... Read more »
Mini Hollywood Prom
Mini Hollywood Prom
JCPL proudly presents: Mini Hollywood Prom! Children ages 1-8 years old and one significant adult (parent, grandparent, or grandfriend) are invited to come dance the evening away and participate in activities together. Two sessions will be available to attend on Thursday, June 20 from 4-5 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. Registration is required so please call... Read more »
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Cookies & Canvas for Kids
Cookies & Canvas for Kids
The Jay County Farm Bureau, Inc. and JCPL are again offering the popular kids Cookies & Canvas event on Monday, June 24! Families may sign up for one of two sessions from 4-5:30 p.m. or 6-7:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Recommended for elementary age children, this fun experience will include stories, making a chicken... Read more »
Cookies & Canvas for Kids
Cookies & Canvas for Kids
The Jay County Farm Bureau, Inc. and JCPL are again offering the popular kids Cookies & Canvas event on Monday, June 24! Families may sign up for one of two sessions from 4-5:30 p.m. or 6-7:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Recommended for elementary age children, this fun experience will include stories, making a chicken... Read more »
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Pirate Camp
Pirate Camp
Ahoy Me Hearties! Learn to speak, dress, and talk like a pirate at JCPL’s Pirate Camp on Tuesday, June 25 from 10-11 a.m. in the Community Room! Prepare yourself to battle the high seas or walk the plank. Make your own parrot companion, treasure map, and more! Most importantly, you can dig for buried treasure... Read more »
Neon Party Sip & Paint
Neon Party Sip & Paint
On Tuesday, June 25 at 6 p.m., join us for a fun neon-themed paint night for adults and teens (ages 13+). During this relaxing program, we will have self-directed canvas painting with neon paint and neon-themed refreshments. Registration is required and space is limited. We hope to see you there!
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KiPS
KiPS
Ready to help boost your child’s kindergarten readiness before they start school in the fall? KiPS is a “jumpstart” into kindergarten program presented by the Jay County Public Library and is sponsored by The Portland Foundation, Jay Schools, and the library. Children who are eligible for kindergarten in 2024-2025 and who will be attending any... Read more »
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Lawyers in Libraries
Lawyers in Libraries
Lawyers in Libraries will be held on the fourth Thursday of every month, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Participants will be able to speak with an attorney through a video conferencing system about topics such as divorce, custody, guardianship, tenant-landlord issues, bankruptcy, debt collection, estates, or immigration. The service is free, confidential, and will... Read more »
Family Fair Night
Family Fair Night
Stop on by the library’s parking lot on Thursday, June 27 anytime from 5:00-7:00 p.m. and enjoy a petting zoo, ice cream, outdoor games, farm crafts, and fun activities for the whole family! Participants will also have a chance to sign up for entry passes, ride wristbands, and other goodies for the Jay County Fair.... Read more »
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Life-Size Mario Kart Racing
Life-Size Mario Kart Racing
Calling all racers and Mario Kart lovers ages 8 and up! Drop into the library on Friday, June 28 from 2-4 p.m. to try out your racing skills on a life-size level. Using giant bouncy balls, you will have an opportunity to hop around the track to see who is the fastest! Signed waivers are... Read more »
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Letter Hunt Adventure ends!
Join in on our Letter Hunt Adventure June 3-29 which includes our Indoor Story Trail and a new weekly craft. The goal is to solve a Cryptogram Puzzle! Clues will be hidden in various spots on the children’s side of the library. Printouts of the puzzle and additional instructions will be located on the North... Read more »
Indoor Story Trail ends!
Take a walk through the children’s side of the library June 3-29. This summer’s Indoor Story Trail will be featuring Make More S’mores by Cathy Ballou Mealey. Learn how Roscoe the Raccoon loves sharing s’mores with his friends, but will there be any left for him? Follow the signs located in the library foyer and... Read more »
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S’mores Solar Oven Take & Makes
On Monday, July 1, while supplies last, grab a pizza box with supplies to make your own smore’s solar oven at home! Perfect for a sunny day, you’ll receive supplies to bake your own smore’s and recipes if you want to try other creations in your oven. These kits are recommended for kids and teens... Read more »
Pizza Day!
Pizza Day!
Let’s make pizza! On Monday, July 1, either from 1:30-2:30 or from 3-4 p.m., children ages 5-12 can come to the library and make mini pizzas, mini fruit pizzas, pizza play-dough, and a pizza pillow. Play pizza toss while you’re here, too! Registration is required for this event. The pizzas will take a bit of... Read more »
Pizza Day!
Pizza Day!
Let’s make pizza! On Monday, July 1, either from 1:30-2:30 or from 3-4 p.m., children ages 5-12 can come to the library and make mini pizzas, mini fruit pizzas, pizza play-dough, and a pizza pillow. Play pizza toss while you’re here, too! Registration is required for this event. The pizzas will take a bit of... Read more »
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Sensory Play Day
Sensory Play Day
Don’t want the fuss and mess at home? Then let us handle that so you and your child(ren) can have multitudes of fun at our Sensory Play Day! On Tuesday, July 2 from 10-11 a.m., there will be many sensory stations and bins to stimulate the five senses. We encourage children to wear clothes that... Read more »
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KiPS
KiPS
Ready to help boost your child’s kindergarten readiness before they start school in the fall? KiPS is a “jumpstart” into kindergarten program presented by the Jay County Public Library and is sponsored by The Portland Foundation, Jay Schools, and the library. Children who are eligible for kindergarten in 2024-2025 and who will be attending any... Read more »
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Friendly Friday
Friendly Friday
Join the Friends of the Jay County Public Library on the first Friday of the month from 2-4 p.m. inside the library to sign-up to become a Friend, learn about all of the fun and exciting things the Friends are planning, find out how you can get involved and help out, chat about the annual book... Read more »
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