Tech Talk Hour: Introduction to Windows
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesHave a Windows laptop or desktop but not sure how to use it? Join us on Tuesday, January 28 from 6-7 p.m. for our beginner’s basics class where we will introduce you to Windows and give you some tips on how to get started. Attendees are welcome to bring their device to walk through the... Read more »
“Snow” Much Fun Winter Activities at the Library!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesOn Thursday, January 30 from 4:00-5:30, kids of all ages are invited to stop by the Community Room to make a snow globe, mug cake, and stuffed sock penguin! Join us for some winter fun in this come-and-go event. Registration is requested so call or visit the library to let us know if you are... Read more »
Valentine’s Cards for Seniors starts!
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesStop by the children’s area between January 31 and February 11 to make Valentine cards that will be delivered to local senior citizens. Thank you for helping us spread kindness to our community this February!
Teen & Adult Card Making Take & Makes
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesTeens & adults (ages 13+) who are not able to make it to the card making party can pick up a card making kit on Monday, February 3, while supplies last, to do at home and then return the card to the library. Completed cards will need to be returned to the library no later... Read more »
Family Story Time
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesFamily Story Time is held on both Monday and Tuesday mornings at 10:00 a.m. in the Community Room. Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children ages preschool and younger with their caregivers now through April 15. Please note: story time content will be the same for both days, but each week will have... Read more »
Be Heart Smart: Know Your Risks
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJCPL and Purdue Extension are partnering for our new multi-session Be Heart Smart series for individuals who want to learn more about preventing heart disease by making heart-healthy lifestyle changes on Monday, February 3 at 6 p.m. This is a makeup date for January’s first session of the series that got cancelled due to weather.... Read more »
Family Story Time
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesFamily Story Time is held on both Monday and Tuesday mornings at 10:00 a.m. in the Community Room. Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children ages preschool and younger with their caregivers now through April 15. Please note: story time content will be the same for both days, but each week will have... Read more »
Teen & Adult Valentine’s Card Making Party
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesTeens & adults (ages 13+) are invited to drop into the Community Room on Tuesday, February 4 from 5-7 p.m. to help us make Valentine’s cards! All cardmaking supplies will be provided, as well as light refreshments. Attendees can make as many cards as your creativity allows!
Club 55+ Health Chat Hour
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesSeniors (aged 55+) are invited to come to the library on Thursday, February 6 from 10-11 a.m. for a health chat hour with local family nurse practitioner Matt Sieg. Registration is required, so call or visit the library to reserve your spot for this month’s club meeting.
Legos & Magnetic Blocks
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesLegos and Magnetic Blocks will be available to play with in the children’s area on Thursday, February 6 from 3-7 p.m. and Saturday, February 15 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Family Story Time
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesFamily Story Time is held on both Monday and Tuesday mornings at 10:00 a.m. in the Community Room. Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children ages preschool and younger with their caregivers now through April 15. Please note: story time content will be the same for both days, but each week will have... Read more »
Board of Trustees
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesThe regular monthly meeting of the library’s Board of Trustees is open to the public and held in the Community Room unless otherwise posted. The library is governed by a seven-member board, with members appointed by the Jay County Council, Jay County Commission, or Jay School Corporation. Members are appointed for four-year terms, serve without... Read more »