Jay County Public Library
Your Digital Voice: Internet & Technology Needs Survey
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJay County Public Library & ECI Regional Planning District are partnering to survey residents of Jay County about your internet access and technology skills from April 1-June 1, 2025. The purpose of this survey is to gather data that could help us get grant funding to be able to provide free computer and technology classes,... Read more »
Financial Question Appointments
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesHave 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, April 28 between 4:30 and 5:45 p.m. with a... Read more »
Financial Foundations: Deciphering Debt
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesFor many people, some amount of debt is a fact of life. Debt can be a useful way to fund your dreams, buy a home, or go to college. What's important is knowing how to manage your debts and avoid allowing them to grow. This class on Monday, April 28 at 6 p.m. covers the... Read more »
Houseplant Hacks
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesHave you ever wanted to have houseplants, but not sure how to take care of them? Have you had houseplants before but can’t keep them growing and healthy? If so, join us on Tuesday, April 29 at 6 p.m. for this fun and educational program with Purdue Extension’s Emily Kring to learn tips and tricks... Read more »
Club 55+: Plant Propagation
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesAttention! There was a misprint in this month's newsletter. May’s Club 55+ session will be held on Thursday, May 1 from 10-11 a.m. and Purdue Extension's Emily Kring will be coming to talk about plant propagation. We will NOT be playing bingo. Call or visit the library to reserve your spot in the club.
Mother Goose
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesMother Goose will be flying to the library on Friday mornings at 11:15 a.m. March 7 through May 23. Join Mother Goose in the Community Room for stories, rhymes, and movement. If Jay Schools are not in session, Mother Goose will not be held.
Mother’s Day Craft
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesMothers, bring your children in for a craft in the children’s area at JCPL. Be sure to stop by the front desk to enter the raffle to win a beautiful flower for Mother’s Day! The raffle and the craft will start Monday, May 5, and end Friday, May 9. Raffle winner will be contacted before... Read more »
Financial Question Appointments
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesHave 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, May 5 between 4:30 and 5:45 p.m. with a... Read more »
Financial Foundations: Credit 101
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesNot sure what a credit score is? Or are you looking for help improving your scores? In this free class on Monday, May 5 at 6 p.m. with one of First Financials’ wellness specialists, you'll learn how to access your credit score, how your score is made, what to do to improve your score, and... Read more »
Tropical Vibes & Crafty Tides: Adult Crafting Night
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesJoin us on Tuesday, May 6 at 6 p.m. for a fun night out at the library for the FINAL session in our adult crafting series for the season. This month, we will be escaping to a tropical getaway paradise with themed refreshments and by making tropical tote bags, sand art in jars, and stamped... Read more »
How to Grow Salsa
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesStop by the library on Thursday, May 8 from 4:00-5:30 p.m. for a fun and educational family experience learning about salsa! Plant your own pepper and tomato plants, make some salsa, learn how to make a mini-greenhouse for herbs, and make some tortilla chips. Registration is requested, but walk-ins welcome. Please call or visit the... Read more »
Mother Goose
Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United StatesMother Goose will be flying to the library on Friday mornings at 11:15 a.m. March 7 through May 23. Join Mother Goose in the Community Room for stories, rhymes, and movement. If Jay Schools are not in session, Mother Goose will not be held.