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Financial Question Appointments
Financial Question Appointments
Have questions about your finances or about money in general? Need help planning to get out of debt? Need a professional to guide you on how to improve your credit? All of these questions and more can be answered on Monday, January 27 during these free, 15-minute appointments between 4:30 and 5:45 p.m. with First... Read more »
Financial Foundations: Banking Bootcamp
Financial Foundations: Banking Bootcamp
JCPL is excited to announce our new partnership with First Financial to bring you a five-part financial wellness and foundations series with one of their financial wellness specialists, Brad Harsha. During the first session, on Monday, January 27 at 6 p.m., Brad will be helping you on your path to a worry-free financial future by... Read more »
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Tech Talk Hour: Introduction to Windows
Tech Talk Hour: Introduction to Windows
Have 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 »
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“Snow” Much Fun Winter Activities at the Library!
“Snow” Much Fun Winter Activities at the Library!
On 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 »
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Valentine’s Cards for Seniors starts!
Stop 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!
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Teen & Adult Card Making Take & Makes
Teens & 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
Family Story Time
Family 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
Be Heart Smart: Know Your Risks
JCPL 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 »
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Family Story Time
Family Story Time
Family 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
Teen & Adult Valentine’s Card Making Party
Teens & 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!
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Club 55+ Health Chat Hour
Club 55+ Health Chat Hour
Seniors (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
Legos & Magnetic Blocks
Legos 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.
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Family Story Time
Family Story Time
Family 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
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 »
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Valentine’s Cards for Seniors ends!
Stop 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!
Family Story Time
Family Story Time
Family 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 »
Nacho-Average Valentine’s Bash
Nacho-Average Valentine’s Bash
Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to come hang out in the Community Room on Tuesday, February 11 from 5-7 p.m. for an evening of fun! Come get nachos from our nacho bar, play Just Dance or Mario Kart on Nintendo Switch, help put together a puzzle, show someone you care about them by making... Read more »
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Be My Pal-entine!
Be My Pal-entine!
Bring a pal or two with you to JCPL’s Community Room on Thursday, February 13 from 4:00-5:30 p.m. for our children’s Pal-Entine event! You will have the chance to make friendship bracelets, chocolate goodies, a Towel Teddy Bear, and a handmade bouquet for you to enjoy or give to a friend. This program is recommended... Read more »
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Legos & Magnetic Blocks
Legos & Magnetic Blocks
Legos 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.
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Love of the Library Take & Makes
Stop by JCPL on Monday, February 17, while supplies last, and pick up take & makes with library and book-themed crafts and other fun activities for ages PreK-2nd grade and 3rd-6th grade.
Family Story Time
Family Story Time
Family 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 »
Cupid’s Canvas & Charcuterie: Adult Crafting Night
Cupid’s Canvas & Charcuterie: Adult Crafting Night
Need plans for Valentine’s Day? We’ve got you covered! Join us for a fun night out at the library on Monday, February 17 at 6 p.m. for the next session in our adult crafting series. This month, we will be getting fancy with something similar to a sip and paint event, but it will be... 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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Family Story Time
Family Story Time
Family 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 »
Friends of JCPL
Friends of JCPL
Friends group will process newsletters at 6 p.m. and stay for the business meeting at 6:30.
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Story Seekers Book Club
Story Seekers Book Club
Thursdays, January 23, February 20, March 20, and April 17 Calling all readers in grades 4, 5, or 6! Join the Story Seekers Book Club at the Jay County Public Library! We will be reading through the book Sherlock Society by James Ponti. Sign up by January 13 to receive a free copy of the... Read more »
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Family Story Time
Family Story Time
Family 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 »
Financial Question Appointments
Financial Question Appointments
Have questions about your finances or about money in general? Need help planning to get out of debt? Need a professional to guide you on how to improve your credit? All of these questions and more can be answered during these free, 15-minute appointments on Monday, February 24 between 4:30 and 5:45 p.m. with First... Read more »
Financial Foundations: Prevent Identity Theft
Financial Foundations: Prevent Identity Theft
JCPL is excited to announce our new partnership with First Financial to bring you a five-part financial wellness and foundations series with one of their financial wellness specialists, Brad Harsha. Your identity is your most important asset and protecting it should be your highest priority. During this second class on Monday, February 24 at 6... Read more »
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Family Story Time
Family Story Time
Family 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 »
Adult Puzzle Team Competition
Adult Puzzle Team Competition
Calling all adult puzzle lovers! We have a new challenge for you, as we host our first ever Puzzle Team Competition event on February 25 from 5-7:30 p.m. Teams will have a chance to compete against each other by putting together the same 300-piece puzzle within 2.5 hours. Whichever team either completes the puzzle the... Read more »
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Lawyers in Libraries
Lawyers in Libraries
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 »
“How to Eat a Book” Escape Room
“How to Eat a Book” Escape Room
This Escape Room is based on the children’s book, “How to Eat a Book” by Mrs. And Mr. MacLeod. This program is for children grades K-6 and will be held in the Community Room on Thursday, February 27 from 3:50-6:50 p.m. There will be two separate rooms running at one time. One room will be... Read more »
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Adult & Teen Winter Reading Challenge ends!
The Adult & Teen Winter Reading Challenge is back for 2025! Any adult or teen who wants to participate is welcome to pick up a challenge card from the library any time between January 13 and March 1 and must complete a minimum of 4 spaces on the card to complete the challenge. Participants are... Read more »
Teen Mental Health Awareness Spotlight begins!
March 1-31, there will be a special interactive display for Teen Mental Health Awareness month. All teens (ages 13-17) are invited to come hang out in the teen area of the library where there will be books to check out, free resources, fun activities to participate in throughout the teen area, as well as take... Read more »
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