Events

  • Festival of Trees!

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

    The Jay County Public Library invites our community to the Festival of Trees presented by the Jay County Chamber of Commerce! The Festival of Trees is a joyful and free display of Christmas trees decorated by Jay County nonprofits, service organizations, clubs, and municipalities for the public to enjoy.   A special kick-off celebration will... Read more »

  • Hot Cocoa Take & Makes for Kids!

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

    Hot cocoa-themed take and makes will be available on Monday, December 8 for kids ages preschool – 6th grade, while supplies last. Grab a bag and make something festive and tasty at home!

  • Teen & Adult Plaid Tree Ornament Take & Makes!

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

    Hey, teens and adults (13+)! Need a winter craft or want to update your décor? We’ve got you covered! Come to the library on Monday, December 8 to grab a bag full of supplies needed to make a 6-inch tall tree using plaid fabric strips, available while supplies last.

  • Interactive STREAM Studio

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

    Interactive STREAM Studio is back! Purdue Extension 4-H & JCPL are hosting an Interactive STREAM Studio! Students in grades 3-6 can learn about science, technology, reading, engineering, art, and math through a hands-on progress of making. We will be exploring computer science, money, science and math in art and cooking, and more!  The event is... Read more »

  • Cocoa on the Polar Express!

    Cocoa on the Polar Express!

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

    All aboard the Polar Express! All ages of children are invited to the library on Thursday, December 11 for a fun evening featuring the reading of a story, festive activities, and hot chocolate tasting of different flavors. Wear your coziest pajamas and climb aboard for an evening of holiday cheer for the whole family to... Read more »

  • Cocoa on the Polar Express!

    Cocoa on the Polar Express!

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

    All aboard the Polar Express! All ages of children are invited to the library on Thursday, December 11 for a fun evening featuring the reading of a story, festive activities, and hot chocolate tasting of different flavors. Wear your coziest pajamas and climb aboard for an evening of holiday cheer for the whole family to... Read more »

  • 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.

  • Cookies & Canvas for Kids!

    Cookies & Canvas for Kids!

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

    The Jay County Farm Bureau, Inc. and JCPL are once again offering the popular kids Cookies & Canvas event on Thursday, December 18! Families may sign up for one of two sessions from 4:00-5:30 p.m. or 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Recommended for elementary-aged children, this fun experience will include painting a Christmas donkey... Read more »

  • Cookies & Canvas for Kids!

    Cookies & Canvas for Kids!

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

    The Jay County Farm Bureau, Inc. and JCPL are once again offering the popular kids Cookies & Canvas event on Thursday, December 18! Families may sign up for one of two sessions from 4:00-5:30 p.m. or 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Recommended for elementary-aged children, this fun experience will include painting a Christmas donkey... Read more »

  • Taste the Movie: The Santa Clause

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

    Come to the library on Monday, December 22 at 5 p.m., and enjoy watching this Christmas classic and eating food and tasty treats inspired by the movie. Space is limited and registration is required. When registering, please sign up the names of all who will be attending. Christmas dress is encouraged! (Movie rating is PG... 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 »