JCPL at Family Health Fair
Jay County High School Hwy 67 West, Portland, IN, United StatesLook for the library's booth at the annual Family Health Fair held at the Jay County High School building.
Fancy Nancy Tea Party
It's a kid-friendly tea, but all ages are invited. Reservations are required. Call 260-726-7890. Inspired by the Fancy Nancy books by Jane O'Connor, the event will be our fanciest yet. Of course we'll all dress up!
Preschool Playtime
A free play session for little ones who like to move and explore.
Story Time
For kids who can sit still during a book reading (or those learning how—give us a try!). Books are shared, perhaps a flannelboard story or song, and a craft or activity is introduced. Young children must be accompanied by a caregiver. If Tuesday mornings don’t work with your schedule, look for Story Time (Thursday) at... Read more »
Lego Brick Free Build
We provide the Legos, you provide the imagination! Open to all ages, we offer a variety of Lego bricks, Duplo bricks, and even the giant MegaBlocks for infant and toddlers. Building takes place at the library, and projects made cannot be saved from week to week. Young children should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Star Wars DIY Coloring & Crafts
Bring your fellow fans and come enjoy some specially themed coloring and crafts in the children’s area on Star Wars Day. May the 4th be with you. And May the 16th, be with us for the Summer Challenge Mini-Expo!
Story Time
For kids who can sit still during a book reading (or those learning how—give us a try!). Books are shared, perhaps a flannelboard story or song, and a craft or activity is introduced. For all ages, but young children must be accompanied by a caregiver. If Thursday afternoons don’t work with your schedule, look for... Read more »
Senior Lunch & Learn at John Jay Center
John Jay Center 101 S Meridian St, Portland, IN, United StatesAdult Services Librarian Cheryl Lucas will present “Your Library Online” highlighting our web page and databases and showing how to use the Evergreen Indiana catalog to find what you’re looking for (or discover more than you knew was there!). The program for those 55 and older includes a free lunch. Call the John Jay Center... Read more »
Preschool Playtime
A free play session for little ones who like to move and explore.
Board of Trustees
The 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 »
Cookbook Club: Mystery Ingredient
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesThe last meeting before summer break is POTLUCK. Bring a dish and a copy of the recipe to share, along with your own table service so you can taste what others have brought. Next meeting isn't until September, so don't miss this one.
Story Time
For kids who can sit still during a book reading (or those learning how—give us a try!). Books are shared, perhaps a flannelboard story or song, and a craft or activity is introduced. Young children must be accompanied by a caregiver. If Tuesday mornings don’t work with your schedule, look for Story Time (Thursday) at... Read more »