November 2022
‘Write the Holidays’ Short Story Contest Ends!
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 nationally-recognized holiday weaved into the story. (i.e. your story happens during a holiday, your character loves the holiday and it influences them or the story,…
Find out more »WorkOne
Jay County WorkOne will be set up at the library from 1 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. every Wednesday. They will be available to offer assistance and information about their services related to employment.
Find out more »December 2022
Cookies & Canvas for Kids!
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 needed. Please call or visit the library to register for this event.
Find out more »TrueCrimeU- Ballistics
Join us on Monday, December 5 at 6 p.m. this month for our next session of True Crime University. December’s session topic is ballistics. Warning: content discussed in these programs may be graphic in nature and disturbing to some, so only those 18 and older may attend. The goal of this program is to provide those attending with information that will help them understand forensic science in criminal investigations, while also adding elements of true crime. There is a limited…
Find out more »Story Time
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.
Find out more »WorkOne
Jay County WorkOne will be set up at the library from 1 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. every Wednesday. They will be available to offer assistance and information about their services related to employment.
Find out more »Interactive STEM Studio
Purdue Extension 4-H & JCPL are hosting an interactive STEM Studio at the library on the first Wednesday of each month, starting October 5. The event is free, will be held in the Community Room from 3:00-4:30 pm, and space is limited to the first 20 youth in grades 3-6. Students will learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math through a hands-on process of making. We will be using Dash and Dot Robot, block coding with micro:bit, 3D printing…
Find out more »Silly Safaris North Pole Animal Show
Come see a special Silly Safaris holiday show featuring live reindeer and other animals from the North Pole and also starring Santa’s Elf, Holidaisy! Two shows will be available on Monday, December 12 at 5:00 and 6:30 p.m. Please call or visit the library to register for either show, spots fill up fast!
Find out more »WorkOne
Jay County WorkOne will be set up at the library from 1 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. every Wednesday. They will be available to offer assistance and information about their services related to employment.
Find out more »Christmas Express Kids Shopping Experience
Give your children an opportunity to discover the joy of giving at one of two events! It is a chance for your child to “buy” a gift for 2 family members. To participate, each child must complete the activities required for each age group listed below. Once the child completes their activities, they will receive their ticket to enter the Christmas Express shopping experience. There will be gifts available to choose from that will be tailored to all ages. Our…
Find out more »Christmas Express Kids Shopping Experience
Give your children an opportunity to discover the joy of giving at one of two events! It is a chance for your child to “buy” a gift for 2 family members. To participate, each child must complete the activities required for each age group listed below. Once the child completes their activities, they will receive their ticket to enter the Christmas Express shopping experience. There will be gifts available to choose from that will be tailored to all ages. Our…
Find out more »All Aboard the Christmas Express
Santa and Mrs. Claus are coming to the library on the Christmas Express and want you to join them! On Monday, December 19 from 5:00-7:00 p.m., the young and young-at-heart are invited to meet the Clauses and take an actual train ride outside the library (weather permitting). A variety of Christmas activities and games will be part of the fun experience. Take a trip to the North Pole right before Christmas and experience this magical family-friendly event at the library…
Find out more »Friends of JCPL
Friends group will process newsletters at 6 p.m. and stay for the business meeting at 6:30.
Find out more »WorkOne
Jay County WorkOne will be set up at the library from 1 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. every Wednesday. They will be available to offer assistance and information about their services related to employment.
Find out more »Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »WorkOne
Jay County WorkOne will be set up at the library from 1 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. every Wednesday. They will be available to offer assistance and information about their services related to employment.
Find out more »Red Cross Blood Drive
Give the gift of blood this season to those who need it most! There will be a Red Cross Blood Drive on Wednesday, December 28 in the Community Room from 1-5:30 p.m. Everyone who gives blood will get a free t-shirt! You can sign up for your slot at redcrossblood.org.
Find out more »January 2023
Interactive STEM Studio
Purdue Extension 4-H & JCPL are hosting an interactive STEM Studio at the library on the first Wednesday of each month, starting October 5. The event is free, will be held in the Community Room from 3:00-4:30 pm, and space is limited to the first 20 youth in grades 3-6. Students will learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math through a hands-on process of making. We will be using Dash and Dot Robot, block coding with micro:bit, 3D printing…
Find out more »True Crime University: Documentary Viewing & Snacks
True Crime University: Documentary Viewing & Snacks Call or visit the library to register for this event.
Find out more »Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »February 2023
Interactive STEM Studio
Purdue Extension 4-H & JCPL are hosting an interactive STEM Studio at the library on the first Wednesday of each month, starting October 5. The event is free, will be held in the Community Room from 3:00-4:30 pm, and space is limited to the first 20 youth in grades 3-6. Students will learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math through a hands-on process of making. We will be using Dash and Dot Robot, block coding with micro:bit, 3D printing…
Find out more »TCU: Digital Evidence
True Crime University: Digital Evidence Please call or visit the library to register for this event.
Find out more »Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »March 2023
Interactive STEM Studio
Purdue Extension 4-H & JCPL are hosting an interactive STEM Studio at the library on the first Wednesday of each month, starting October 5. The event is free, will be held in the Community Room from 3:00-4:30 pm, and space is limited to the first 20 youth in grades 3-6. Students will learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math through a hands-on process of making. We will be using Dash and Dot Robot, block coding with micro:bit, 3D printing…
Find out more »TCU: Forensic Documentation Examination
True Crime University: Forensic Documentation Examination Please call or visit the library to register for this event.
Find out more »Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »April 2023
TCU: True Crime Author Visit: Janice Thornton
True Crime University: True Crime Author Visit: Janice Thornton Please call or visit the library to register for this event.
Find out more »Interactive STEM Studio
Purdue Extension 4-H & JCPL are hosting an interactive STEM Studio at the library on the first Wednesday of each month, starting October 5. The event is free, will be held in the Community Room from 3:00-4:30 pm, and space is limited to the first 20 youth in grades 3-6. Students will learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math through a hands-on process of making. We will be using Dash and Dot Robot, block coding with micro:bit, 3D printing…
Find out more »Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »May 2023
TCU: Unsolved & Cold Cases
True Crime University: Unsolved & Cold Cases Please call or visit the library to register for this event.
Find out more »Interactive STEM Studio
Purdue Extension 4-H & JCPL are hosting an interactive STEM Studio at the library on the first Wednesday of each month, starting October 5. The event is free, will be held in the Community Room from 3:00-4:30 pm, and space is limited to the first 20 youth in grades 3-6. Students will learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math through a hands-on process of making. We will be using Dash and Dot Robot, block coding with micro:bit, 3D printing…
Find out more »Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »June 2023
TCU: Mock Crime Scene and Discussion
True Crime University: Mock Crime Scene and Discussion Please call or visit the library to register for this event.
Find out more »Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »July 2023
Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »August 2023
Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »September 2023
Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »October 2023
Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »November 2023
Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »December 2023
Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »January 2024
Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »February 2024
Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »March 2024
Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »April 2024
Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »May 2024
Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »June 2024
Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »July 2024
Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »August 2024
Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »September 2024
Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
Find out more »October 2024
Lawyers in Libraries
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 be held at the library on laptops provided by the library. Please sign up in advance at the library; spots are limited.
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