Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Members of the Purdue Extension practice gardening.

Gardening Program

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Rooms A & B at Clarksville Library
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Gardening
Event Details:

Join us as Heidi Potter, the Purdue Extension representative for Clark County, explains some gardening tips and tricks for those thinking ahead to the planting season!

Logo for SoIN Tourism

SoIN Tourism: Visitor Guide 2026

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Rooms A & B at Clarksville Library
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Family, Adults
Program Type: Educational, Family & Local History, Holiday, Special Interest
Event Details:

Come to the library to meet with a representative from SoIN Tourism in order to learn about the fun events happening in our area in 2026! They will discuss who their organization is, what it does, and cover signature events for 2026.

Year of the Horse

Lunar New Year Party

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room C at Clarksville Library
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Family, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for Lunar New Year and the Year of the Horse by joining us for a paper craft, Chinese checkers, and the game of Go! Light refreshments will be provided.

Cover of The Girls of Atomic City. A black-and-white photograph of women in 1940s dress at the gates of the Oak Ridge, TN facility of the Manhattan Project.

True Stories in STEM

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room C at Clarksville Library
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

This book club meets in-person on the last Saturday of the month at 2:00 PM. The group discusses books telling the true stories of people whose lives or work connect to Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics. 

 

Digital Literacy Flyer

Digital Literacy for Beginners

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room C at Clarksville Library
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as a Northstar Digital Literacy instructor from River Valley Resources covers basic computer skills, internet & email, social media online safety, and more!

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Lit Ladies Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join the Lit Ladies as we discuss the novel "The Heretic's Daughter" by Kathleen Kent. 

Disclaimer(s)

A valid JTPL library card is required to participate in this program. You can start the registration process online here if you don't have a card yet.

Toddler Storytime: Winter

10:30am–11:15am
Babies, Toddlers
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Library kids ages 0-4 and their caregivers are invited to join Ms. Monica for a blustery, winter-themed Storytime!! We will read books, sing songs, and have crafts that celebrate the coldest time of the year.

Laser Certification Training

10:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace, Equipment Certification
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use our new xTool P2S laser cutter and engraver to do all sorts of things, ranging from making your own Christmas ornaments to building intricate wooden creations. This certification is required in order to book the laser.

Youth under age 16 are welcome to attend but must be accompanied by an adult guardian at all times. All attendees must have a valid JTPL library card in order to use Makerspace equipment. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

A valid JTPL library card is required to participate in this program. You can start the registration process online here if you don't have a card yet.

Registration is required to attend this event.

True Stories in STEM

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

This book club meets in-person on the last Saturday of the month at 2:00 PM. The group discusses books telling the true stories of people whose lives or work connect to Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics. 

 

Digital Literacy for Beginners

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as a Northstar Digital Literacy instructor from River Valley Resources covers basic computer skills, internet & email, social media online safety, and more!

Basic Sewing Skills

10:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required

So you want to learn to sew! A great opportunity awaits at your Library. Whether or not you've operated a sewing machine, or if you've attempted simple sewing projects and weren't satisfied with the results, you're invited to attend our class to learn basic sewing skills. You will learn how to:

  • Operate a sewing machine.
  • Control stitching of a variety of seams, hems, and finishing raw edges.
  • Complete a usable project that will reflect your newly-honed sewing skills.

You may select between 2 projects: creating a simple apron or a reusable tote bag. The Library supplies all materials and the tools for completing the projects. A JTPL library card is required to use the Makerspace; click here to get one if you don't already have one!

Class size is limited. Three sewing machines are available for sharing. If your sewing machine is portable, you're welcome to bring it to the class for your own use.

Disclaimer(s)

A valid JTPL library card is required to participate in this program. You can start the registration process online here if you don't have a card yet.

Registration is required to attend this event.

Digital Literacy for Beginners

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as a Northstar Digital Literacy instructor from River Valley Resources covers basic computer skills, internet & email, social media online safety, and more!

By the People Transcription

1:00pm–2:30pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Anne Discher Memorial Learning Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Educational, Family & Local History
Event Details:

Join us for By the People Transcription. Library volunteer Eden Kuhlenschmidt will lead this exciting program on how you can help preserve our nation’s history by viewing and typing out the contents of old documents—all from the comfort o

Hearts, Glue, and I Love You's

2:00pm–3:00pm
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Homeschool, Family
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Youth Services Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Homeschool, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday, Special Interest
Event Details:

Dig into our crafting supplies to create the most wonderful card for your Valentine.

Children ages 0-12 are required to attend with a caregiver; Teens ages 13-18 may attend independently.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Children may attend independently but an adult must remain in the building.

Photographs will be taken at this event and may be used in social media posts and future promotional materials.

Digital Literacy for Beginners

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as a Northstar Digital Literacy instructor from River Valley Resources covers basic computer skills, internet & email, social media online safety, and more!

K-5 Make Your Own Valentine's

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join Ms. Monica in hand crafting your very own Valentine's Day card. Give it to your parent, grandparent, or your crush! We'll get out all the glitter and sequins for this one!!!

Basic Sewing Skills

10:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required

So you want to learn to sew! A great opportunity awaits at your Library. Whether or not you've operated a sewing machine, or if you've attempted simple sewing projects and weren't satisfied with the results, you're invited to attend our class to learn basic sewing skills. You will learn how to:

  • Operate a sewing machine.
  • Control stitching of a variety of seams, hems, and finishing raw edges.
  • Complete a usable project that will reflect your newly-honed sewing skills.

You may select between 2 projects: creating a simple apron or a reusable tote bag. The Library supplies all materials and the tools for completing the projects. A JTPL library card is required to use the Makerspace; click here to get one if you don't already have one!

Class size is limited. Three sewing machines are available for sharing. If your sewing machine is portable, you're welcome to bring it to the class for your own use.

Disclaimer(s)

A valid JTPL library card is required to participate in this program. You can start the registration process online here if you don't have a card yet.

Registration is required to attend this event.

Mother Goose Time: Lovey-Dovey

10:30am–11:15am
Babies, Toddlers
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Youth Services Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Holiday, Storytime
Event Details:

Happy Valentine's Day! Our highly energized, interactive storytime is going to includes lots of cuddles and lovey rhymes to celebrate with our little ones.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Preschool Prep: You're a Treat!

10:30am–11:15am
Toddlers, Children
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Youth Services Activity Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Educational, Holiday, Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

We will be showing our preschool storytime some love with sweet stories, sweet rhymes, and sweet math-tivities!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photographs will be taken at this event and may be used in social media posts and future promotional materials.

Toddler Storytime: Valentine's Day

10:30am–11:15am
Babies, Toddlers
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Library kids ages 0-4 and their caretakers are invited to join Ms. Monica for a Valentine's Day themed Storytime. We will read, craft, dance, and sing all about love and Valentine's Day! 

Digital Literacy for Beginners

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as a Northstar Digital Literacy instructor from River Valley Resources covers basic computer skills, internet & email, social media online safety, and more!

Navigating Aging 101

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

We will discuss resources within the community that are available to seniors and their loved ones during the aging process. From community to in-home and a senior living beak down, too!

Friends of the Library Book Sale

10:00am–1:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Friends' Book Sale Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Book Sale

The Friends of the Library, which is a volunteer support group of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library, host a Book Sale four times a month. The sales are held on the 2nd & 4th Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Our book sale room is located at the South end of the main library (closest to Court Avenue) on the lower level.

Visit the Friends' website for more information.

Friends of the Library Book Sale

10:00am–1:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Friends' Book Sale Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Book Sale

The Friends of the Library, which is a volunteer support group of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library, host a Book Sale four times a month. The sales are held on the 2nd & 4th Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Our book sale room is located at the South end of the main library (closest to Court Avenue) on the lower level.

Visit the Friends' website for more information.

Valentine's Candle Craft

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun candle-making craft for Valentine's Day! Make a candle for yourself or your significant other. Due to the materials involved, this event is for adults and teens only.

Presidents' Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
All Library locations, Jeffersonville Library, Clarksville Library
Description:

Both the Jeffersonville and Clarksville locations of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library will be closed on Monday, February 17 in observance of Presidents' Day.

Basic Sewing Skills

10:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required

So you want to learn to sew! A great opportunity awaits at your Library. Whether or not you've operated a sewing machine, or if you've attempted simple sewing projects and weren't satisfied with the results, you're invited to attend our class to learn basic sewing skills. You will learn how to:

  • Operate a sewing machine.
  • Control stitching of a variety of seams, hems, and finishing raw edges.
  • Complete a usable project that will reflect your newly-honed sewing skills.

You may select between 2 projects: creating a simple apron or a reusable tote bag. The Library supplies all materials and the tools for completing the projects. A JTPL library card is required to use the Makerspace; click here to get one if you don't already have one!

Class size is limited. Three sewing machines are available for sharing. If your sewing machine is portable, you're welcome to bring it to the class for your own use.

Disclaimer(s)

A valid JTPL library card is required to participate in this program. You can start the registration process online here if you don't have a card yet.

Registration is required to attend this event.

Mother Goose Time

10:30am–11:15am
Babies, Toddlers
Library Branch: Jeffersonville Library
Room: Youth Services Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

A fast-paced and interactive program for children ages 0-2 and their caregivers. Adult participation and interaction ensure the success of this program. Siblings may bring a doll or stuffed animal to bounce. Arrive early to get a spot.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

JTPL Board of Trustees Meeting

4:30pm–6:30pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Clarksville Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:

The monthly meeting of the JTPL Board of Trustees, which will be held in Meeting Rooms A & B at our Clarksville location during 2026 due to renovations at Jeffersonville.