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Club 55+: “Remember When” Trivia
Club 55+: “Remember When” Trivia
Seniors (aged 55+) are invited to come to the library on Thursday, January 2 from 10-11 a.m. and kick off the new year reminiscing about ‘the good old days’ with this themed trivia hour. Gather your friends and be ready to travel back in time! Registration is required, so call or visit the library to... Read more »
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Be Heart Smart: Know Your Risks
Be Heart Smart: Know Your Risks
JCPL and Purdue Extension are partnering for our new multi-session Be Heart Smart series for individuals who want to learn more about preventing heart disease by making heart-healthy lifestyle changes. This program will teach participants how to monitor risk factors for heart disease and how to make simple changes to their daily routine that can... Read more »
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Tech Talk Hour: Introduction to macOS
Tech Talk Hour: Introduction to macOS
Have a MacBook or Mac desktop but not sure how to use it? Join us on Tuesday, January 7 from 6-7 p.m. for our beginner’s basics class where we will introduce you to macOS and give you some tips on how to get started. Attendees are welcome to bring their device to walk through the... Read more »
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Interactive STREAM Studio
Interactive STREAM Studio
Interactive STREAM Studio will be on Wednesdays, January 8 & 15 at 3-4:30 p.m. this month.
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Finger Knitting for Kids
Finger Knitting for Kids
Kids in grades 3-6 are invited to try making their own scarf by finger knitting with loopy yarn! This fun and very easy activity is perfect for a winter day. Come join us for a fun after-school activity and start making a soft scarf to wear. Supplies and assistance to get started will be provided.... Read more »
Finger Knitting for Kids
Finger Knitting for Kids
Kids in grades 3-6 are invited to try making their own scarf by finger knitting with loopy yarn! This fun and very easy activity is perfect for a winter day. Come join us for a fun after-school activity and start making a soft scarf to wear. Supplies and assistance to get started will be provided.... Read more »
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Adult & Teen Winter Reading Challenge begins!
The Adult & Teen Winter Reading Challenge is back for 2025! Any adult or teen who wants to participate is welcome to pick up a challenge card from the library any time between January 13 and March 1 and must complete a minimum of 4 spaces on the card to complete the challenge. Participants are... 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 »
Sourdough Baking for Busy People
Sourdough Baking for Busy People
Interested in making your own Sourdough bread but feel like you’re too busy? This program is for you! Join us on Monday, January 13 at 6 p.m. for a fun and educational class with Janel Franks from Purdue Extension, as she teaches us about how to fit baking sourdough into our busy lives, the health... Read more »
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Invasive Species In Our Backyards: What Homeowners Can Do
Invasive Species In Our Backyards: What Homeowners Can Do
Even though it’s January, it’s never too soon to start thinking about your spring gardens! Join us on Tuesday, January 14 at 6 p.m., for this program with Purdue Extension and the State of Indiana Cooperative Invasives Management if you are a homeowner who is wanting to control the invasive species in your landscaping and... Read more »
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Interactive STREAM Studio
Interactive STREAM Studio
Interactive STREAM Studio will be on Wednesdays, January 8 & 15 at 3-4:30 p.m. this month.
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Chilled Artistry: Cover Redesign Contest begins!
January 20 to March 8, come to the library to pick up an entry form and additional information to be able to enter our winter-themed cover art contest. Redesign the cover of your favorite book and winterize it. This is an opportunity for serious artists of various ages to submit artwork for a chance to... Read more »
Crafts, Cookies, & Cocoa: Adult Crafting Night
Crafts, Cookies, & Cocoa: Adult Crafting Night
New year, new crafts! JCPL is excited to continue our adult crafting night series into 2025. On January 20 at 6 p.m., we will be making winter glittery votive candle holders, as well as doing magnetic snowflake diamond painting. Cookies and cocoa will be provided, while supplies last. Space is limited and these programs fill... 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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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 »
Story Seekers Book Club
Story Seekers Book Club
Thursdays, January 23, February 20, March 20, and April 17 Calling all readers in grades 4, 5, or 6! Join the Story Seekers Book Club at the Jay County Public Library! We will be reading through the book Sherlock Society by James Ponti. Sign up by January 13 to receive a free copy of the... Read more »
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Financial Question Appointments
Financial Question Appointments
Have questions about your finances or about money in general? Need help planning to get out of debt? Need a professional to guide you on how to improve your credit? All of these questions and more can be answered on Monday, January 27 during these free, 15-minute appointments between 4:30 and 5:45 p.m. with First... Read more »
Financial Foundations: Banking Bootcamp
Financial Foundations: Banking Bootcamp
JCPL is excited to announce our new partnership with First Financial to bring you a five-part financial wellness and foundations series with one of their financial wellness specialists, Brad Harsha. During the first session, on Monday, January 27 at 6 p.m., Brad will be helping you on your path to a worry-free financial future by... Read more »
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Tech Talk Hour: Introduction to Windows
Tech Talk Hour: Introduction to Windows
Have a Windows laptop or desktop but not sure how to use it? Join us on Tuesday, January 28 from 6-7 p.m. for our beginner’s basics class where we will introduce you to Windows and give you some tips on how to get started. Attendees are welcome to bring their device to walk through the... Read more »
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“Snow” Much Fun Winter Activities at the Library!
“Snow” Much Fun Winter Activities at the Library!
On Thursday, January 30 from 4:00-5:30, kids of all ages are invited to stop by the Community Room to make a snow globe, mug cake, and stuffed sock penguin! Join us for some winter fun in this come-and-go event. Registration is requested so call or visit the library to let us know if you are... Read more »
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