JCPL is showing love to our community by hosting a non-perishable food drive again this year from November 1-22. Everyone is welcome to bring in and donate non-perishable items that will be given to the Trinity Church’s Food Pantry in Portland. All non-perishable food items are welcome. Join us in lending a hand and giving... Read more »
JCPL is launching a short story contest this November, in honor of National Novel Writing Month. (We hope to inspire you to write a novel someday, but want to get you started with something short for now!) To enter the contest, you will need to write a short story that includes your choice of any... Read more »
Children ages preschool and younger with their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs, and activities in the Community Room every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. September 20 through December 6.
Purdue Extension 4-H & JCPL host an interactive STEM Studio at the library on the first Wednesday of each month. The event is free for youth in grades 3-6, will be held in the Community Room from 3:00-4:30 pm, and registration is required. Students will learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math through a... Read more »
An open lab session where you can get tips and ask your tech questions of Cheryl Lucas from the library. Session will immediately follow Lunch and Learn Program. Call the John Jay Center to register for the lunch and for details on time and location.
An open lab session where you can get tips and ask your tech questions of Cheryl Lucas from the library. Session will immediately follow Lunch and Learn Program. Call the John Jay Center to register for the lunch and for details on time and location
An open lab session where you can get tips and ask your tech questions of Cheryl Lucas from the library. Session will immediately follow Lunch and Learn Program. Call the John Jay Center to register for the lunch and for details on time and location
An open lab session for those 55+ where you can get tips and ask your tech questions of Cheryl Lucas from the library. Session will immediately follow Lunch and Learn Program. Call the John Jay Center to register for the lunch and for details on time and location
Now that it is officially soup season and the holidays are quickly approaching, it is the perfect time to learn all about the Instant Pot and how it can help meet your cooking needs in a quick and easy way. Join us on Thursday, November 3 at 2 p.m. for our Instant Pot 101 and... Read more »
Children ages preschool and younger with their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs, and activities in the Community Room every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. September 20 through December 6.
This program is for writers of all ages who need a scheduled time, or a change of scenery, to jump-start creativity! Drop by the library during our weekly Writer’s Café to enjoy refreshments, get some inspiration, and a provided space to get your write on! Whether you are currently writing a book, want to get... Read more »
Come make turkey balloon rockets, pony bead fall corn crafts, and Oreo turkeys in this come-and-go event on Thursday, November 10 in the Community Room from 4:00-5:30 p.m.
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 »
Children ages preschool and younger with their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs, and activities in the Community Room every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. September 20 through December 6.
Legos will be available for play and building in the children’s area of the library on Thursday, November 17 from 3:00-7:00 PM AND Saturday, November 19 from 9:00 AM -12:00 PM.
This program is for writers of all ages who need a scheduled time, or a change of scenery, to jump-start creativity! Drop by the library during our weekly Writer’s Café to enjoy refreshments, get some inspiration, and a provided space to get your write on! Whether you are currently writing a book, want to get... Read more »
Legos will be available for play and building in the children’s area of the library on Thursday, November 17 from 3:00-7:00 PM AND Saturday, November 19 from 9:00 AM -12:00 PM.
This program is for writers of all ages who need a scheduled time, or a change of scenery, to jump-start creativity! Drop by the library during our weekly Writer’s Café to enjoy refreshments, get some inspiration, and a provided space to get your write on! Whether you are currently writing a book, want to get... Read more »
JCPL is showing love to our community by hosting a non-perishable food drive again this year from November 1-22. Everyone is welcome to bring in and donate non-perishable items that will be given to the Trinity Church’s Food Pantry in Portland. All non-perishable food items are welcome. Join us in lending a hand and giving... Read more »
Children ages preschool and younger with their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs, and activities in the Community Room every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. September 20 through December 6.
This program is for writers of all ages who need a scheduled time, or a change of scenery, to jump-start creativity! Drop by the library during our weekly Writer’s Café to enjoy refreshments, get some inspiration, and a provided space to get your write on! Whether you are currently writing a book, want to get... Read more »
Children ages preschool and younger with their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs, and activities in the Community Room every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. September 20 through December 6.
JCPL is launching a short story contest this November, in honor of National Novel Writing Month. (We hope to inspire you to write a novel someday, but want to get you started with something short for now!) To enter the contest, you will need to write a short story that includes your choice of any... Read more »
An open lab session where you can get tips and ask your tech questions of Cheryl Lucas from the library. Session will immediately follow Lunch and Learn Program. Call the John Jay Center to register for the lunch and for details on time and location.
An open lab session where you can get tips and ask your tech questions of Cheryl Lucas from the library. Session will immediately follow Lunch and Learn Program. Call the John Jay Center to register for the lunch and for details on time and location
An open lab session where you can get tips and ask your tech questions of Cheryl Lucas from the library. Session will immediately follow Lunch and Learn Program. Call the John Jay Center to register for the lunch and for details on time and location
An open lab session for those 55+ where you can get tips and ask your tech questions of Cheryl Lucas from the library. Session will immediately follow Lunch and Learn Program. Call the John Jay Center to register for the lunch and for details on time and location
The Jay County Farm Bureau, Inc. is teaming up with JCPL for Cookies & Canvas on Thursday, December 1 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Recommended for elementary-age children, this fun experience will include stories, painting, an agricultural lesson, and of course, cookies! A parent/caregiver is encouraged to attend to help each child as... Read more »