The book drops at the old library are now closed and the drive-thru box boxes at the new library are now open for returns! The drop boxes are on the far east side of the building. The building is not yet open to the public. We are working diligently to finish the last few items and set an opening date very soon. If you have any questions, please call 812-482-2712…
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Silent Auction Scheduled for Surplus Equipment
The Jasper Public Library will be hosting a silent bid auction of surplus equipment and furniture. Auction will include, but is not limited to, tables, chairs, bookcases, and other library-related equipment. The library will be open for viewing and to submit bids on Friday, January 22 and Saturday, January 23 from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM each day. Please note this is at the OLD library located at 1116 Main St. Silent…
New Library Updates
Installing the shelving in the new library was delayed for a couple of weeks, but it is full steam ahead now. This coming Monday, January 4th, library staff will be working with the moving company to start the process of moving all 87,000 items to the new library. We are hopeful the predicted nicer weather holds to be true. While we waiting for the shelving company, we were able to…
Jasper Public Library Last Day at Current Location to be December 9
The Jasper Public Library will permanently close the current location (1116 Main St.) to the public on Wednesday, December 9 at 8:00 PM. The contents of the current building will then begin to be moved to the new location at the Thyen-Clark Cultural Center (100 3rd Ave.). Patrons are encouraged to visit the library by December 9 to stock up on material to enjoy during the closure and holidays. The…
“Library of Things” Added to Collection
New kits are available for checkout! Simply search “Library of Things” in our catalog at https://jdcpl.tlcdelivers.com to see everything that is available!
Library Partners with Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center
The Jasper-Dubois County Public Library is continuing theirCommunity Engagement Project by partnering with the LangeFuhs Cancer Center of Memorial Hospital during the month of October. The purpose of the project is to aid support servicesand programs for cancer patients.Some of these services and programs that are provided by theLange-Fuhs Cancer Center include support groups, art classesand other activities that encourage self-expression, and avariety of other events for patients.The library will…
Birdseye Branch Flu Shot Clinic October 15th 1:00-5:00 PM
The Dubois County Health Department will be offering a flu clinic for individuals on Thursday, October 15th from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. You must have your ID and insurance cards with you at the clinic. Registration is required before the event by calling the library at 812-389-1030 on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons. Please be sure to wear your mask. Forms are available at the library or can be printed…
Social Care Platform Launches in Dubois County
Finding help just got easier thanks to a new platform called Dubois County Resources. Dubois County Resources is a social care network that connects people and programs. By visiting https://duboiscountyresources.org and simply entering your zip code, you are connected to the available resources in your community. “We have many nonprofits and social care providers in our community, but for many people, navigating the system to get help can be difficult,…
Good-Bye Book Cellar Sale
Help us say goodbye to the Book Cellar as we get closer to the move to the new library. This is a Free-Will multi-day sale. Give what you can and take what you want. There will be no set prices. Everything must go! Books, CDs, DVDs and more. Sale is held in the Library Annex Basement. No early sales. Masks will be required for entry. Monday, Sept. 21: 9:00 AM-1:00…
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! We have a new card design available! Register for a card or replace your old card for a new one to be entered into a prize drawing for a $50 gift card!