Adult
Writer’s Cafe at the Library
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesThis program is for writers of all ages who need a scheduled time, or a change of scenery, to jump-start creativity! Drop by the library during our weekly Writer’s Café to enjoy refreshments, get some inspiration, and a provided space to get your write on! Whether you are currently writing a book, want to get... Read more »
Lend a Hand, Give a Can Drive Ends!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJCPL is showing love to our community by hosting a non-perishable food drive again this year from November 1-22. Everyone is welcome to bring in and donate non-perishable items that will be given to the Trinity Church’s Food Pantry in Portland. All non-perishable food items are welcome. Join us in lending a hand and giving... Read more »
Hook & Needle Club
Bring a project with you or learn how to crochet from one of our crafters. Share ideas, skills and tips.
JCPL Closed!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesHappy Thanksgiving!
Writer’s Cafe at the Library
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesThis program is for writers of all ages who need a scheduled time, or a change of scenery, to jump-start creativity! Drop by the library during our weekly Writer’s Café to enjoy refreshments, get some inspiration, and a provided space to get your write on! Whether you are currently writing a book, want to get... Read more »
‘Write the Holidays’ Short Story Contest Ends!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJCPL is launching a short story contest this November, in honor of National Novel Writing Month. (We hope to inspire you to write a novel someday, but want to get you started with something short for now!) To enter the contest, you will need to write a short story that includes your choice of any... Read more »
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.
TrueCrimeU- Ballistics
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJoin us on Monday, December 5 at 6 p.m. this month for our next session of True Crime University. December’s session topic is ballistics. Warning: content discussed in these programs may be graphic in nature and disturbing to some, so only those 18 and older may attend. The goal of this program is to provide... Read more »
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 »
Friends of JCPL
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesFriends group will process newsletters at 6 p.m. and stay for the business meeting at 6:30.
Hook & Needle Club
Bring a project with you or learn how to crochet from one of our crafters. Share ideas, skills and tips.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesGive the gift of blood this season to those who need it most! There will be a Red Cross Blood Drive on Wednesday, December 28 in the Community Room from 1-5:30 p.m. Everyone who gives blood will get a free t-shirt! You can sign up for your slot at redcrossblood.org.