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Take & Make Crafts
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesIn these kits, there will be bird-related activities for learning about birds, watching and looking for specific breeds, and a DIY Wooden Birdhouse Decoration Craft. Available for all ages, while supplies last!
Tabby Tuesdays
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States*Tabby Tuesdays Tuesday mornings, 10:00-11:00 a.m., June 7 - July 12 Register your child for an opportunity to read to a cat from the Midwest Pet Refuge! Held on Tuesday mornings from June 7 - July 12 from 10-11 a.m., each session will be 15 minutes long to allow for reading and playtime with the... Read more »
Edible Book Cake Contest
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesWanted: book lovers and bakers! Whether you are a professional baker or an amateur, enter to compete in our Edible Book Cake Contest on Monday, July 18 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m! Based off of the International Edible Book Contest, we will be hosting our first ever edible book competition. It’s simple: choose a book... Read more »
Harry Potter Night
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesCalling all muggles! Whether you are a long-time fan or just becoming one, join us on Thursday, July 21 from 5-7 p.m. at the library for a unique Harry Potter fandom experience! Upon your arrival at the library, you will get sorted into your house. Then, you can visit the Great Hall in the Community... Read more »
Movie at the Library
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesCome see The Bad Guys movie in the Community Room on Thursday, September 8 at 4 p.m. Movie is rated PG for action and rude humor.
Hocus Pocus Experience
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesOh no, the Sanderson Sisters have been spotted in Jay County (someone must have lit the Black Flame Candle again!) In honor of the premiere of Hocus Pocus 2 and to kick off the Halloween season, we will be hosting our first experience event on Thursday, September 29. During the experience, you will get to... Read more »
Pumpkin & Apple Fun at the Library
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesFamilies can drop by the Community Room at the library on Monday, October 3 anytime from 5:30-7:00 p.m. for an opportunity to make their own miniature apple pie, make pumpkin and apple-themed crafts, and participate in apple and pumpkin STEM activities. Join us for this fun-filled fall event!
Children’s Book Author Visit
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJoin local author Donna Haggenjos and illustrator Stephen McClung as they share their children’s book Oaks, the Mighty Tree on Saturday, October 15 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. This family event will begin with a reading of the story, followed by cookies and interactive fall activities for children. Children will have a chance to make a leaf... Read more »
Halloween Take & Make Crafts
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesHalloween Take & Make Crafts with activities will be available on Wednesday, October 19 for kids ages preschool through teen. Available while supplies last!
Creepy Crafts at the Library
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesDrop by the library anytime from 2 to 4 p.m. on Friday, October 21 to enjoy some creepy craft-making! In preparation for Halloween, we will have a station where you can color your own trick-or-treating bag, a monster cookie decorating station, and you will be able to learn how to build an LED circuit to... Read more »
Lego Fun
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesLegos will be available in the children’s area of the library on Saturday, October 22 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fall Lego build challenge cards will be available to spark your creativity!
Trick-or-Treat at the Library
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesCome Trick-or-Treat at the library on Monday, October 31 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Books, candy, and bookmarks will be available for trick-or-treaters.