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Your Digital Voice: Internet & Technology Needs Survey
Jay County Public Library & ECI Regional Planning District are partnering to survey residents of Jay County about your internet access and technology skills from April 1-June 1, 2025. The purpose of this survey is to gather data that could help us get grant funding to be able to provide free computer and technology classes,... Read more »
Summer Fun in the Teen Section begins!
Teens (ages 13-18) are invited to participate in some fun passive activities this summer in the teen section of the library. In June, teens can make a scratch art bookmark, while supplies last. In July, teens can make Pokémon-themed origami. During both months, other activities, such as sticker puzzles, Sudoku, coloring sheets, word searches, etc.... Read more »
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Large Games & Activities!
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!
Superhero Reading League
Calling all superheroes and readers! Join JCPL on a reading adventure for all ages, June 2-July 19! Pick up a reading log on or after June 2 and color in a bubble for each 10 minutes that you read this summer. On the back of the sheet, complete at least one hero task for your... Read more »
Super Start: Summer Reading Kick-Off Party
Super Start: Summer Reading Kick-Off Party
Calling all superheroes of all ages! Library Town needs super readers for the summer and needs your help. Drop by the Community Room Monday, June 2 from 4-6 p.m. to celebrate the kick-off of our summer reading program and start your training for our Superhero Reading League. Go through super hero training by choosing your... Read more »
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Jump Rope Warrior Show
Jump Rope Warrior Show
The Jay County Public Library and Jay Community Center are excited to announce their summer partnership to bring an exciting jump rope show for all ages to Jay County. The Jump Rope Warrior, Inc.’s David Fisher will be performing two shows on Thursday, June 5 at 3:30-4:15 p.m. and 5:30-6:15 p.m. at the Jay Community... Read more »
Jump Rope Warrior Show
Jump Rope Warrior Show
The Jay County Public Library and Jay Community Center are excited to announce their summer partnership to bring an exciting jump rope show for all ages to Jay County. The Jump Rope Warrior, Inc.’s David Fisher will be performing two shows on Thursday, June 5 at 3:30-4:15 p.m. and 5:30-6:15 p.m. at the Jay Community... Read more »
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Frosting & Fun: National Donut Day Celebration
Frosting & Fun: National Donut Day Celebration
Donut worry, be happy! Patrons of all ages, drop by the library on Friday, June 6 any time from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. to help us celebrate National Donut Day! Learn about the history of donut day, get a free bookmark and sticker, learn about how donuts are made and other fun facts, check out our... Read more »
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Family Game Kits
Family Game kits will be available to pick up on Monday, June 9, while supplies last. Pick up a kit with supplies and fun game ideas to enjoy playing together this summer with your family. One kit per family please.
Field Day
Field Day
Cool off and have fun at JCPL’s Field Day on Monday, June 9 from 10:00-11:30 a.m. in the library’s parking lot. Come dressed to get wet and enjoy water games, an obstacle course, relay races, and more. Kids will also get to enjoy popsicles and snacks! All ages of children are welcome. Adult help will... Read more »
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Teen Messy Art
Teen Messy Art
Let the messiness inspire you! Teen artists (ages 13-18) are encouraged to come to the library on Tuesday, June 10 from 5-7 p.m. to make several messy art projects. Weather permitting, we’ll be outside water gun painting, spinning a top to make a splatter painting, and painting a canvas using anything but a paintbrush. The... Read more »
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Tiny Art Experience
Tiny Art Experience
Join us at the library for a tiny art experience on June 16 in the Community Room from 1:30-3:30 p.m.! Make miniature 3-D art galleries and miniature collages, paint on mini canvases, and draw on little post-it notes! You’ll get the chance to showcase some of your artwork at the program and mingle with other... Read more »
Bookmobile Pop-Up: Portland Pizza Hut
Bookmobile Pop-Up: Portland Pizza Hut
Summer Reading Road Trip: Bookmobile Pop-Up Events JCPL is excited to announce the return of our summer bookmobile that will be out on the road at several stops during June & July! During our appearances, you can visit us at the bookmobile to check out and return materials, register or renew your library card, learn... Read more »
JCPL Book Club
JCPL Book Club
The JCPL Book Club meets on the third Monday of every month at 7 p.m. On April 17, we’ll be reading The Bookwoman’s Daughter by Kim Michelle Richardson. Anyone who loves to read may join!
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Bright Science Show with Wonderlab
Bright Science Show with Wonderlab
On Tuesday, June 17 at 1:30 p.m., come to the Community Room and experience an illuminating exploration of a form of energy we can see: LIGHT! We’ll discover what light is made of and the science behind the surprising ways it’s generated. This engaging demonstration features brightly colored flames, cool glowing liquids, bizarre fluorescent materials,... Read more »
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Silly Safaris
Silly Safaris
The popular Silly Safaris live animal show will return to the Jay County Public Library on Monday, June 23 with two shows at 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Starring Hummingbird Hailey, this fun and educational show will give kids the chance to see live animals and the colors of nature! Registration is required. Sign up... Read more »
Silly Safaris
Silly Safaris
The popular Silly Safaris live animal show will return to the Jay County Public Library on Monday, June 23 with two shows at 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Starring Hummingbird Hailey, this fun and educational show will give kids the chance to see live animals and the colors of nature! Registration is required. Sign up... Read more »
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Pinewood Derby at the Library
Pinewood Derby at the Library
Drivers, start your engines! Children of all ages are welcome to come to the library on Tuesday, June 24 for a Pinewood Derby hosted in partnership with Scout Troop 206, Cub Pack 3206, and Cub Pack 205. There will be two sessions to choose from: 10:00-11:30 a.m. or 1:30-3:00 p.m. Come into the library to... Read more »
Pinewood Derby at the Library
Pinewood Derby at the Library
Drivers, start your engines! Children of all ages are welcome to come to the library on Tuesday, June 24 for a Pinewood Derby hosted in partnership with Scout Troop 206, Cub Pack 3206, and Cub Pack 205. There will be two sessions to choose from: 10:00-11:30 a.m. or 1:30-3:00 p.m. Come into the library to... Read more »
Bookmobile Pop-Up: Portland Walmart Parking Lot
Bookmobile Pop-Up: Portland Walmart Parking Lot
Summer Reading Road Trip: Bookmobile Pop-Up Events JCPL is excited to announce the return of our summer bookmobile that will be out on the road at several stops during June & July! During our appearances, you can visit us at the bookmobile to check out and return materials, register or renew your library card, learn... Read more »