Blog Archive

  • Computer Labs CLOSED

    Due to ongoing software issues, the computer labs at ALL locations — Jeffersonville and Clarksville — are closed until further notice. We are working with the software company to resolve the issue and will update this website and our social media channels as soon as things are ready to reopen.…

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  • No Adult Education (GED) classes this week

    The Adult Education instructor is on vacation and so the GED/HSE classes offered at the Jeffersonville library are cancelled this week, November 8 – 12. If you have any questions, please contact Konnie McCollum with River Valley Resources.

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  • New Makerspace hours

    Due to changes in staffing, the following new permanent Makerspace hours will begin on Thursday, August 12: Mondays 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Tuesdays 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Wednesdays 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Thursdays 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Fridays 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Saturdays 12:30 p.m.…

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  • Job Fair & More on Thursday!

    Are you looking for a job? Join us this Thursday, July 15th in the staff parking lot at the Main Library from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. for a free Job Fair! Our fair features representatives from the following organizations: Surge StaffingBridges of IndianaSunrise RecoveryWorkOne Southern IndianaCommunity Action of Southern…

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  • Cultural Pass Day on 7/24

    Calling all kids ages 0-21! Bring your Cultural Pass and meet us at the Falls of the Ohio State Park this Saturday, July 24 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. for Cultural Pass Day! There will be live performances and booths from lots of different Cultural Pass venues (including the…

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  • Summer Fun at the Library!

    There’s something for everyone at the Library this summer! In addition to our slate of exciting programs, it’s also time once again for Summer Reading Club (and other fun challenges) on Beanstack! June 1 – July 31 “Tails and Tales” – Youth Summer Reading Club: Youth ages 0-18 can read…

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  • Triangle Drive entrance closed starting May 13 at Branch

    The sidewalk replacement project at our Clarksville branch began on Wednesday, May 5th. The library remains open during this time. This is a two-phase construction project that will allow one entrance to stay open while the other is closed. The project was awarded to AML Construction who estimate the job…

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  • Freegal no longer available

    Due to its high cost, the Jeffersonville Township Public Library no longer subscribes to Freegal. However, if you are a Jeffersonville Township resident, you can still check out full music albums through Hoopla! If you aren’t a Township resident, check with your home library to see if Hoopla is available…

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  • View the recorded Virtual Benefit Concert!

    Did you miss the party on our Facebook page as Daniel Bennett and Koko Bermejo played a live virtual benefit concert for JTPL? Click here to watch the recorded video of the live concert. Make sure to click here to donate to the JTPL Foundation. Remember that the first $1000…

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  • #LibraryGivingDay Benefit Concert on 4/7/21

    Join us for a Facebook Live benefit concert at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 7 featuring Daniel Bennett with Koko Bermejo! The duo will perform music from their newest album We Are the Orchestra. Described as “a mix of jazz, folk, and minimalism” by the Boston Globe, the Daniel Bennett Group has…

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  • Announcing our new Seed Library!

    We are starting a seed library! Available at both locations, visitors to the library may select one package of vegetable or flower seeds to take home and grow. Available items include everything from asparagus and asters to zinnias and zucchini. Starter garden packets contain multiple varieties appropriate for people in…

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  • We want your input!

    We’re working on our new Long Range Plan and need community input to help us determine what types of programs, services, technologies, and spaces on which to focus. Join us at either of our 2 online community forums this week: Wednesday, March 17 @ 6:00 p.m. — http://bit.ly/JTPL-forum-317Thursday, March 18…

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  • Library NOW OPEN!

    We’re excited to announce that the Jeffersonville Township Public Library, which includes the Jeffersonville and Clarksville branch libraries, reopened to the public on Monday, March 1st. With the safety of our patrons and staff being a top priority, all COVID-19 safety guidelines are in place. Social distancing is required at…

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  • Celebrate African-American History Month!

    February is African-American History Month and we invite you to celebrate it with us. Events We are pleased to announce that the Jeffersonville Township Public Library has been awarded a Library of America Lift Every Voice grant to implement public programming that explore African American poetry and the Black experience in history and memory.…

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  • Free LIVE online tutoring now available!

    JTPL is pleased to announce the launch of Brainfuse HelpNow™: on demand, anytime, anywhere eLearning for all ages and levels. Brainfuse HelpNow™ provides differentiated learning solutions for users of diverse needs and background.  Students communicate with live tutors using an interactive whiteboard to chat, write, draw, copy/paste text or images…

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