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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260615
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SUMMARY:Father's Day Take & Makes
DESCRIPTION:On June 15\, while supplies last\, kids are invited to pick up a take & make craft with supplies to make a Father’s Day gift for someone special!
URL:https://www.jaycpl.lib.in.us/event/fathers-day-take-makes/
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:20260617T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260617T120000
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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/2026-06-17/
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:20260618T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260516T092218
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SUMMARY:Purrs\, Paws\, & Paintbrushes
DESCRIPTION:What’s a farm without a cat and dog? Let’s celebrate our furry friends with the Jay County Farm Bureau\, Inc. and Jay County 4-H. Families with kids of all ages are invited to drop by the library on Thursday\, June 18 from 5-7 p.m. and make a creative cat painting and towel dog craft. Jay County 4-H Cat club members will be hosting a cat show in the library. Outside\, Jay County 4-H Dog Club members will be hosting agility demonstrations. A 4-H animal petting zoo will also be available for families to enjoy. Finally\, come see the Midwest Pet Refuge and Jay County Humane Society\, who will be bringing cats and dogs for families to meet and potentially adopt. No registration is required. We’ll have a paws-itively good time and we want you to join us!
URL:https://www.jaycpl.lib.in.us/event/purrs-paws-paintbrushes/
LOCATION:Jay County Public Library\, 315 N Ship St\, Portland\, IN\, 47371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family,Teen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260622T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260622T140000
DTSTAMP:20260516T092218
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SUMMARY:Stories and Scoops
DESCRIPTION:Bring your kids ages 2-8 to the library on Monday\, June 22 and enjoy stories and ice cream. We’ll also enjoy some fun ice-cream-themed activities following the stories. Due to space limitations\, registration is required. If your plans change\, please let us know if you are no longer able to attend. Choose from one of two sessions: 1:00-2:00 p.m. and 3:00-4:00 p.m.
URL:https://www.jaycpl.lib.in.us/event/stories-and-scoops/2026-06-22/1/
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:20260622T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260516T092218
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SUMMARY:Stories and Scoops
DESCRIPTION:Bring your kids ages 2-8 to the library on Monday\, June 22 and enjoy stories and ice cream. We’ll also enjoy some fun ice-cream-themed activities following the stories. Due to space limitations\, registration is required. If your plans change\, please let us know if you are no longer able to attend. Choose from one of two sessions: 1:00-2:00 p.m. and 3:00-4:00 p.m.
URL:https://www.jaycpl.lib.in.us/event/stories-and-scoops/2026-06-22/2/
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:20260624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260624T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T092218
CREATED: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/2026-06-24/
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:20260629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260629T110000
DTSTAMP:20260516T092218
CREATED:20260514T222429Z
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SUMMARY:Books in the Barn
DESCRIPTION:Bring your children ages 3-8 to the Jay County 4-H Fair gazebo for Books in the Barn! Each family will leave with a copy of the book we read\, thanks to the Jay County Farm Bureau\, Inc.! Older children are welcome to attend\, although the books we will be reading are geared towards the ages listed above. Following the reading\, there will be activities and an up-close encounter with the animal in the story. This program is being offered in coordination with Purdue Extension\, Jay County Farm Bureau\, Inc.\, Jay County Public Library\, and Jay County 4-H. No registration is required. \nJune 29 @ 10 AM (Dairy Cows) \nJune 30 @ 10 AM (Horses)
URL:https://www.jaycpl.lib.in.us/event/books-in-the-barn/2026-06-29/
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:20260630T100000
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SUMMARY:Books in the Barn
DESCRIPTION:Bring your children ages 3-8 to the Jay County 4-H Fair gazebo for Books in the Barn! Each family will leave with a copy of the book we read\, thanks to the Jay County Farm Bureau\, Inc.! Older children are welcome to attend\, although the books we will be reading are geared towards the ages listed above. Following the reading\, there will be activities and an up-close encounter with the animal in the story. This program is being offered in coordination with Purdue Extension\, Jay County Farm Bureau\, Inc.\, Jay County Public Library\, and Jay County 4-H. No registration is required. \nJune 29 @ 10 AM (Dairy Cows) \nJune 30 @ 10 AM (Horses)
URL:https://www.jaycpl.lib.in.us/event/books-in-the-barn/2026-06-30/
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:20260701T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260701T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T092218
CREATED:20260317T172249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T172249Z
UID:10009874-1782896400-1782907200@www.jaycpl.lib.in.us
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:20260516T092218
CREATED:20260514T222511Z
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UID:10009905-1783036800-1783123199@www.jaycpl.lib.in.us
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:20260516T092218
CREATED: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:20260516T092218
CREATED: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:20260516T092218
CREATED:20260514T222651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T222708Z
UID:10009907-1783690200-1783693800@www.jaycpl.lib.in.us
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
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260710T160000
DTSTAMP:20260516T092218
CREATED:20260514T222651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T222708Z
UID:10009908-1783695600-1783699200@www.jaycpl.lib.in.us
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:20260516T092218
CREATED:20260514T222834Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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:20260516T092218
CREATED:20260514T222834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T222834Z
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:20260516T092218
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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