JCPL 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 »
JCPL 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 »
Children ages preschool and younger with their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs, and activities in the Community Room every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. September 20 through December 6.
Purdue Extension 4-H & JCPL host an interactive STEM Studio at the library on the first Wednesday of each month. The event is free for youth in grades 3-6, will be held in the Community Room from 3:00-4:30 pm, and registration is required. Students will learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math through a... Read more »
Children ages preschool and younger with their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs, and activities in the Community Room every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. September 20 through December 6.
This 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 »
Come make turkey balloon rockets, pony bead fall corn crafts, and Oreo turkeys in this come-and-go event on Thursday, November 10 in the Community Room from 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Children ages preschool and younger with their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs, and activities in the Community Room every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. September 20 through December 6.
Legos will be available for play and building in the children’s area of the library on Thursday, November 17 from 3:00-7:00 PM AND Saturday, November 19 from 9:00 AM -12:00 PM.
This 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 »
Legos will be available for play and building in the children’s area of the library on Thursday, November 17 from 3:00-7:00 PM AND Saturday, November 19 from 9:00 AM -12:00 PM.
This 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 »
JCPL 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 »
Children ages preschool and younger with their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs, and activities in the Community Room every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. September 20 through December 6.
This 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 »
Children ages preschool and younger with their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs, and activities in the Community Room every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. September 20 through December 6.
The Jay County Farm Bureau, Inc. is teaming up with JCPL for Cookies & Canvas on Thursday, December 1 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Recommended for elementary-age children, this fun experience will include stories, painting, an agricultural lesson, and of course, cookies! A parent/caregiver is encouraged to attend to help each child as... Read more »