Children
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 »
Story Trail #1 ends!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesTake a walk with your family around the library from June 5-17 and read the children’s book Marigold Bakes a Cake by Mike Malbrough. A small prize will be available at the front desk for kids each day they complete the story trail.
Nailed It! Decorating Edition (Ages 8-12)
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 »
Summer Story Time Fun!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJoin us in the Community Room for stories followed by activities on Tuesdays at 10 a.m., June 6 through June 27. This one-hour program is recommended for children ages 8 and under. All Summer Time Story Fun programs will be held at the library. June 6 - Around the World - Travel to different countries... Read more »
KiPS
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesReady to help boost your child’s kindergarten readiness before they start school in the fall? KiPS is a “jumpstart” into kindergarten program sponsored by the Jay County Public Library. Children who are eligible for kindergarten in 2023-2024 and who will be attending any Jay County school may be registered for this program. KiPS will be... Read more »
Chef University
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesKids, do you love to cook? Then come to the library this summer, and learn some new cooking skills! Kids who have completed grades 3-6 are invited to sign up for interactive cooking classes with Purdue Extension’s Amie Carpenter this summer. A parent/guardian or adult caregiver is required to attend. You can sign up for... Read more »
Edible Derby Car STEM Challenge
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesKids who have completed grades 3-6 are encouraged to sign up for a unique and fun STEM challenge on Friday, June 23 from 10:00-2:00 p.m. This fun event will be an opportunity to get creative and make a car with everyday pantry items, consider the science and engineering behind making a great car, and test... Read more »
Story Trail #2 begins!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesCome back to the library for a second story trail that will be available from June 26 - July 8. This interactive sensory experience for kids and families will feature children’s book Muncha! Muncha! Muncha! by Candace Fleming. Come find out if the rabbits will eat Mr. McGreely’s vegetable garden! A small prize will be... Read more »
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.
Summer Story Time Fun!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJoin us in the Community Room for stories followed by activities on Tuesdays at 10 a.m., June 6 through June 27. This one-hour program is recommended for children ages 8 and under. All Summer Time Story Fun programs will be held at the library. June 6 - Around the World - Travel to different countries... Read more »
KiPS
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesReady to help boost your child’s kindergarten readiness before they start school in the fall? KiPS is a “jumpstart” into kindergarten program sponsored by the Jay County Public Library. Children who are eligible for kindergarten in 2023-2024 and who will be attending any Jay County school may be registered for this program. KiPS will be... Read more »
Eat Your Science
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesOn Thursday, June 29 from 5-7 p.m., please join us for an educational AND tasty science-themed family night. As you visit each station throughout the library, you will be able to participate and explore a wide variety of different science experiments and demonstrations that feature edible ingredients. This is a unique family experience where you... Read more »