Events

Jay County Public Library

Address
315 N Ship St
Portland, IN 47371 United States Get Directions
Phone (260) 726-7890
Website https://www.jaycpl.lib.in.us

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  • 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 »

  • Large Games & Activities in the Library!

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

    Throughout the summer, there will be a variety of large games and fun activities for kids to enjoy on the children’s side of the library!

  • Summer Reading Adventure!

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

    Let’s enjoy reading together this summer! All ages are welcome to come to the library and pick up a reading challenge bookmark between June 1 and July 18. Choose from one of several bookmarks and color a space every time you read. Kids ages 0-12 will also receive a free book for each bookmark they... Read more »

  • Llamas on the Lawn

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

    Kids of all ages are invited to the library on Monday, June 1 from 10 a.m.- 12 p.m. for this special come-and-go family activity! Meet llamas on the lawn and hear stories read by our friends at the Jay County Farm Bureau, Inc. Come to the Community Room and enjoy a variety of llama activities,... Read more »

  • Lessons from the Ocean Author Talk with Julie Bruder

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

    Adults, join us on Tuesday, June 2 from 6-7:30 p.m. for our next author talk event with Jay County native Julie Bruder, as she talks about her book Lessons from the Ocean. Have you ever wanted to drop everything and move to California? Julie had been teaching German in Indiana for 12 years, and longed... Read more »

  • KiPS

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

    Ready to help boost your child’s kindergarten readiness before they start school in the fall? KiPS is a “jumpstart” into kindergarten program presented by the Jay County Public Library and sponsored by The Portland Foundation, Jay Schools, and the library. Children who are eligible for kindergarten in 2026-2027 and who will be attending any school... Read more »

  • Felting Fun for Kids

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

    Come learn a new hobby and skill at the library! Kids in grades 3-6 are invited to join us on Friday, June 5 at 1:30-3:30 p.m. for a creative class where we will be learning how to wet felt beads and needle felt fun shapes. Wet felting is an art form that uses hot water,... Read more »

  • Digging into the Past

    Digging into the Past
    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    Dig into the past on Monday, June 8 with the Indiana State Museum as you explore the differences between paleontology and archaeology. Examine real objects and specimens, investigate hands-on mock excavations, and make your own fossil mold to take home. This 60-minute program is recommended for kids in grades K-5. Choose from one of three... Read more »

  • Digging into the Past

    Digging into the Past
    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    Dig into the past on Monday, June 8 with the Indiana State Museum as you explore the differences between paleontology and archaeology. Examine real objects and specimens, investigate hands-on mock excavations, and make your own fossil mold to take home. This 60-minute program is recommended for kids in grades K-5. Choose from one of three... Read more »

  • Digging into the Past

    Digging into the Past
    Jay County Public Library 315 N Ship St, Portland, IN, United States

    Dig into the past on Monday, June 8 with the Indiana State Museum as you explore the differences between paleontology and archaeology. Examine real objects and specimens, investigate hands-on mock excavations, and make your own fossil mold to take home. This 60-minute program is recommended for kids in grades K-5. Choose from one of three... Read more »

  • Board of Trustees Meeting

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

    The Board of Trustees meet on the second Monday of the month at 4 p.m.

  • Ag in the Bag Take & Makes

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

    Celebrate National Dairy Month by enjoying a take & make activity for kids provided by the Jay County Farm Bureau, Inc. Take & Makes will be available to pick up at the front desk on Tuesday, June 9, while supplies last.