Events

  • Stuffed Animal Party

    Stuffed Animal Party
    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    On Friday, June 12 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. and 3:00-4:00 p.m. we are having a Stuffed Animal Party! Choose from a variety of animals and stuff your very own furry friend! Enjoy additional activities as you get to know your new animal. Children of any age are welcome to participate. Registration is required and space is... Read more »

  • Father’s Day Take & Makes

    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    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!

  • JCPL Book Club

    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    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!

  • Friends of JCPL

    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    Friends group will process newsletters at 6 p.m. and stay for the business meeting at 6:30.

  • KiPS

    KiPS
    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    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... Read more »

  • Purrs, Paws, & Paintbrushes

    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    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... Read more »

  • Stories and Scoops

    Stories and Scoops
    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    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... Read more »

  • Stories and Scoops

    Stories and Scoops
    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    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... Read more »

  • KiPS

    KiPS
    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    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... Read more »

  • Lawyers in Libraries

    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    Lawyers in Libraries will be held on the fourth Thursday of every month, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Participants will be able to speak with an attorney through a video conferencing system about topics such as divorce, custody, guardianship, tenant-landlord issues, bankruptcy, debt collection, estates, or immigration.  The service is free, confidential, and will... Read more »

  • Books in the Barn

    Books in the Barn
    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    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... Read more »

  • Books in the Barn

    Books in the Barn
    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    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... Read more »