Adult
Chalk the Walk begins!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesCreate 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 StatesMonday, 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
Healthy Mixology
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesSummer 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 »
Pop-Up Food Pantry
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesThursday, 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 »
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 »
Family Fair Night at the Library
Jay County Public Library Parking Lot 315 N Ship St., Portland, United StatesCome to the library’s parking lot on Thursday, June 15 between 5:00-7:00 p.m. and enjoy a petting zoo, homemade ice cream, outdoor games, and fun activities for the whole family! This free, come-and-go, interactive family event is being offered in coordination with Jay County High School FFA, Jay County Farm Bureau, Inc., and the Jay... Read more »
Family Film Friday!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesTake a break from the heat this summer and join us on Friday, June 16 at 1 p.m. for an afternoon showing of Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs! We will be serving popcorn and root beer floats, while supplies last! Movie will begin at 1 p.m., so show up a little early to get... Read more »
Nailed It! Decorating Edition (Ages 13+)
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesMonday, June 19 Kid’s Challenge (ages 8-12), 3:30-4:30 PM Teen & Adult Challenge (ages 13+), 6:00-7:00 PM In Netflix’s Nailed It!, a baking competition show, contestants must bake and recreate their own versions of a predetermined cake design. However, here at JCPL, we do the baking for you. All you have to do is re-create... Read more »
JCPL Book Club
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesThe 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!
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.
A Magical Afternoon with C. R. Ryan
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJoin us for a magic-filled afternoon, as JCPL welcomes C.R. Ryan back to the library on Monday, June 26, at 2 p.m. for his family-friendly magic show! This is an event that will excite all ages. Registration is required and space is limited.
Hook & Needle Club
Bring a project with you or learn how to crochet from one of our crafters. Share ideas, skills and tips.