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Felting Fun for Kids
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesCome learn a new hobby and skill at the library! Kids in grades 3-6 are invited to join us on Friday, June 5 at 1:30-3:30 p.m. for a creative class where we will be learning how to wet felt beads and needle felt fun shapes. Wet felting is an art form that uses hot water,... Read more »
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Digging into the Past
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesDig into the past on Monday, June 8 with the Indiana State Museum as you explore the differences between paleontology and archaeology. Examine real objects and specimens, investigate hands-on mock excavations, and make your own fossil mold to take home. This 60-minute program is recommended for kids in grades K-5. Choose from one of three... Read more »
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Digging into the Past
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesDig into the past on Monday, June 8 with the Indiana State Museum as you explore the differences between paleontology and archaeology. Examine real objects and specimens, investigate hands-on mock excavations, and make your own fossil mold to take home. This 60-minute program is recommended for kids in grades K-5. Choose from one of three... Read more »
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Digging into the Past
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesDig into the past on Monday, June 8 with the Indiana State Museum as you explore the differences between paleontology and archaeology. Examine real objects and specimens, investigate hands-on mock excavations, and make your own fossil mold to take home. This 60-minute program is recommended for kids in grades K-5. Choose from one of three... Read more »
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Ag in the Bag Take & Makes
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesCelebrate National Dairy Month by enjoying a take & make activity for kids provided by the Jay County Farm Bureau, Inc. Take & Makes will be available to pick up at the front desk on Tuesday, June 9, while supplies last.
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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 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... Read more »