Events

  • Large Games & Activities in the Library!

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

    Throughout the summer, there will be a variety of large games and fun activities for kids to enjoy on the children’s side of the library!

  • Summer Reading Adventure!

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

    Let’s enjoy reading together this summer! All ages are welcome to come to the library and pick up a reading challenge bookmark between June 1 and July 18. Choose from one of several bookmarks and color a space every time you read. Kids ages 0-12 will also receive a free book for each bookmark they... Read more »

  • 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 presented by the Jay County Public Library and sponsored by The Portland Foundation, Jay Schools, and the library. Children who are eligible for kindergarten in 2026-2027 and who will be attending any school... Read more »

  • Lawyers in Libraries

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

    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 »

  • Books in the Barn

    Books in the Barn
    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    Bring your children ages 3-8 to the Jay County 4-H Fair gazebo for Books in the Barn! Each family will leave with a copy of the book we read, thanks to the Jay County Farm Bureau, Inc.! Older children are welcome to attend, although the books we will be reading are geared towards the ages... Read more »

  • Books in the Barn

    Books in the Barn
    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    Bring your children ages 3-8 to the Jay County 4-H Fair gazebo for Books in the Barn! Each family will leave with a copy of the book we read, thanks to the Jay County Farm Bureau, Inc.! Older children are welcome to attend, although the books we will be reading are geared towards the ages... Read more »

  • 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 presented by the Jay County Public Library and sponsored by The Portland Foundation, Jay Schools, and the library. Children who are eligible for kindergarten in 2026-2027 and who will be attending any school... Read more »

  • America 250 Take & Makes for Kids

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

    Stop by the library on July 3, while supplies last, and grab a take & make activity for kids ages preschool – 2nd grade and 3-6th grade and celebrate America’s 250th birthday!

  • Foam Party

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

    Are you ready for some outdoor fun? Kids of all ages are invited to a foam party on Monday, July 6 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Kids will have an opportunity to enjoy playing in foam and other water activities. To ensure that everyone has an enjoyable experience, sign up is required to attend.  Families will... Read more »

  • 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 presented by the Jay County Public Library and sponsored by The Portland Foundation, Jay Schools, and the library. Children who are eligible for kindergarten in 2026-2027 and who will be attending any school... Read more »

  • Hedgehog Hannah Animal Shows

    Hedgehog Hannah Animal Shows
    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    Do you love animals? Come to the library on Friday, July 10 at 1:30 or 3:00 p.m. for Hedgehog Hannah’s Arctic 12 show featuring an arctic fox, a very large snake, an alligator, and other mammals like a chinchilla, hedgehog, ferret, or prairie dog.  You will also get to see great reptiles like a legless... Read more »

  • Hedgehog Hannah Animal Shows

    Hedgehog Hannah Animal Shows
    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    Do you love animals? Come to the library on Friday, July 10 at 1:30 or 3:00 p.m. for Hedgehog Hannah’s Arctic 12 show featuring an arctic fox, a very large snake, an alligator, and other mammals like a chinchilla, hedgehog, ferret, or prairie dog.  You will also get to see great reptiles like a legless... Read more »