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SUMMARY:Large Games & Activities in the Library!
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://www.jaycpl.lib.in.us/event/large-games-activities-in-the-library/
LOCATION:Jay County Public Library\, 315 N Ship St\, Portland\, IN\, 47371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601
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SUMMARY:Summer Reading Adventure!
DESCRIPTION: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 complete and will have a chance to win a 3D-Pen\, a robotic dog\, gift cards\, Legos\, a story projector\, and more! Teens and adults will have a chance to win lego sets\, puzzles\, a wearable blanket\, and gift cards from Amazon\, McDonald’s\, Dairy Queen\, Subway\, and Wendy’s! You may complete as many bookmarks as you would like! Each bookmark is an entry for the grand prize drawings. All forms must be turned in by 1:00 p.m. on July 18.
URL:https://www.jaycpl.lib.in.us/event/summer-reading-adventure/
LOCATION:Jay County Public Library\, 315 N Ship St\, Portland\, IN\, 47371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Children,Family,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260701T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260701T120000
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SUMMARY:KiPS
DESCRIPTION: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 in Jay County may be registered for this program. KiPS will be held every Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the library\, starting June 3 and ending July 15. Visit the library’s website\, www.jaycpl.lib.in.us or come to the library for registration forms and information.  Call the library at 260-726-7890 for details. Registration deadline is May 9\, 2026.
URL:https://www.jaycpl.lib.in.us/event/kips/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:Jay County Public Library\, 315 N Ship St\, Portland\, IN\, 47371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTSTAMP:20260514T222511Z
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SUMMARY:America 250 Take & Makes for Kids
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://www.jaycpl.lib.in.us/event/america-250-take-makes-for-kids/
LOCATION:Jay County Public Library\, 315 N Ship St\, Portland\, IN\, 47371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260706T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260706T120000
DTSTAMP:20260514T222552Z
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SUMMARY:Foam Party
DESCRIPTION: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 sign up for one of the following 15-minute slots to participate in the foam area: 10:00-10:15\, 10:20-10:35\, 10:40-10:55\, 11:00-11:15\, 11:20-11:35\, and 11:40-11:55. Participants may enjoy other activities when they are not in the foam area. Upon arriving\, please check with library staff to sign a waiver and receive a wrist band for your designated time slot. *Adult supervision is required for young children in the foam. Swimsuits\, light clothing\, water shoes\, and back strap sandals are suitable to wear. Towels are also highly recommended. Please call the library to sign up and if you have any questions.
URL:https://www.jaycpl.lib.in.us/event/foam-party/
LOCATION:Jay County Public Library\, 315 N Ship St\, Portland\, IN\, 47371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260708T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260708T120000
DTSTAMP:20260317T172249Z
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SUMMARY:KiPS
DESCRIPTION: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 in Jay County may be registered for this program. KiPS will be held every Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the library\, starting June 3 and ending July 15. Visit the library’s website\, www.jaycpl.lib.in.us or come to the library for registration forms and information.  Call the library at 260-726-7890 for details. Registration deadline is May 9\, 2026.
URL:https://www.jaycpl.lib.in.us/event/kips/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:Jay County Public Library\, 315 N Ship St\, Portland\, IN\, 47371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260710T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260710T143000
DTSTAMP:20260514T222708Z
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SUMMARY:Hedgehog Hannah Animal Shows
DESCRIPTION: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 lizard\, chameleon\, and don’t forget the tarantula! Space is limited and registration is required\, so call or visit the library to sign up today.
URL:https://www.jaycpl.lib.in.us/event/hedgehog-hannah-animal-shows/2026-07-10/1/
LOCATION:Jay County Public Library\, 315 N Ship St\, Portland\, IN\, 47371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Children,Family,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260710T150000
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SUMMARY:Hedgehog Hannah Animal Shows
DESCRIPTION: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 lizard\, chameleon\, and don’t forget the tarantula! Space is limited and registration is required\, so call or visit the library to sign up today.
URL:https://www.jaycpl.lib.in.us/event/hedgehog-hannah-animal-shows/2026-07-10/2/
LOCATION:Jay County Public Library\, 315 N Ship St\, Portland\, IN\, 47371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Children,Family,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260713T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260713T143000
DTSTAMP:20260514T222834Z
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SUMMARY:Fort Wayne Ballet Presents: Sleeping Beauty Movement Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive fairy tale program on Monday\, July 13 featuring dancers from the Fort Wayne Ballet. In this 60-minute program\, dancers in costume will tell a condensed version of Sleeping Beauty\, followed by a short performance of some pieces from the ballet version of the story. Dancers will then give kids a chance to answer questions and participate in a short creative movement class. Recommended for kids preschool – 6th grade. Families may choose from one of two sessions at 1:30 or 3:00 p.m. Space is limited and registration is required.
URL:https://www.jaycpl.lib.in.us/event/fort-wayne-ballet-presents-sleeping-beauty-movement-presentation/2026-07-13/1/
LOCATION:Jay County Public Library\, 315 N Ship St\, Portland\, IN\, 47371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260713T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260713T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T222834Z
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UID:10009910-1783954800-1783958400@www.jaycpl.lib.in.us
SUMMARY:Fort Wayne Ballet Presents: Sleeping Beauty Movement Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive fairy tale program on Monday\, July 13 featuring dancers from the Fort Wayne Ballet. In this 60-minute program\, dancers in costume will tell a condensed version of Sleeping Beauty\, followed by a short performance of some pieces from the ballet version of the story. Dancers will then give kids a chance to answer questions and participate in a short creative movement class. Recommended for kids preschool – 6th grade. Families may choose from one of two sessions at 1:30 or 3:00 p.m. Space is limited and registration is required.
URL:https://www.jaycpl.lib.in.us/event/fort-wayne-ballet-presents-sleeping-beauty-movement-presentation/2026-07-13/2/
LOCATION:Jay County Public Library\, 315 N Ship St\, Portland\, IN\, 47371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260715T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260715T120000
DTSTAMP:20260317T172249Z
CREATED:20260317T172249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T172249Z
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SUMMARY:KiPS
DESCRIPTION: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 in Jay County may be registered for this program. KiPS will be held every Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the library\, starting June 3 and ending July 15. Visit the library’s website\, www.jaycpl.lib.in.us or come to the library for registration forms and information.  Call the library at 260-726-7890 for details. Registration deadline is May 9\, 2026.
URL:https://www.jaycpl.lib.in.us/event/kips/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:Jay County Public Library\, 315 N Ship St\, Portland\, IN\, 47371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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