Events

  • Cookies & Canvas for Adults!

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

    Adults, this summer’s Cookies & Canvas session is for you! Join us on Tuesday, June 9 from 5:30-7:00 p.m. for a fun night of guided painting and cookies with Kathy Ayers. Registration is required, but painting skills are not. We will teach you! Space is extremely limited, so sign-up as soon as possible because seats... 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 »

  • Stuffed Animal Party

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

    On Friday, June 12 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. and 3:00-4:00 p.m. we are having a Stuffed Animal Party! Choose from a variety of animals and stuff your very own furry friend! Enjoy additional activities as you get to know your new animal. Children of any age are welcome to participate. Registration is required and space is... Read more »

  • Stuffed Animal Party

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

    On Friday, June 12 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. and 3:00-4:00 p.m. we are having a Stuffed Animal Party! Choose from a variety of animals and stuff your very own furry friend! Enjoy additional activities as you get to know your new animal. Children of any age are welcome to participate. Registration is required and space is... Read more »

  • Father’s Day Take & Makes

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

    On June 15, while supplies last, kids are invited to pick up a take & make craft with supplies to make a Father’s Day gift for someone special!

  • 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.

  • 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 »

  • Purrs, Paws, & Paintbrushes

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

    What’s a farm without a cat and dog? Let’s celebrate our furry friends with the Jay County Farm Bureau, Inc. and Jay County 4-H. Families with kids of all ages are invited to drop by the library on Thursday, June 18 from 5-7 p.m. and make a creative cat painting and towel dog craft. Jay... Read more »

  • Stories and Scoops

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

    Bring your kids ages 2-8 to the library on Monday, June 22 and enjoy stories and ice cream. We’ll also enjoy some fun ice-cream-themed activities following the stories. Due to space limitations, registration is required. If your plans change, please let us know if you are no longer able to attend. Choose from one of... Read more »

  • Stories and Scoops

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

    Bring your kids ages 2-8 to the library on Monday, June 22 and enjoy stories and ice cream. We’ll also enjoy some fun ice-cream-themed activities following the stories. Due to space limitations, registration is required. If your plans change, please let us know if you are no longer able to attend. Choose from one of... 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 »