Archives 2018

from press release | July 13, 2018

The Jeffersonville Township Public Library (JTPL) Foundation has been awarded a WHAS Crusade for Children Grant. The $4,900 grant will be used to support special needs children.

“We are very excited to receive this grant from the WHAS Crusade for Children,” says Libby Pollard, Director of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library. “The library has been wanting to add new and supportive features for our special needs youth and their families. The Crusade has given us the opportunity to do just that.”

All grant purchases will be made using the Crusade’s Mission and Vision statement to make life better for special needs children and to provide resources to help them succeed. The execution of the grant will also highlight the library’s core values of fostering an inclusive community, providing friendly service, and encouraging lifelong learning.

JTPL will utilize the grant money to provide resources for families with special needs children by purchasing toys and tools designed to develop mental, emotional, and social skills in a fun, interactive format. The library is looking at items like the AWE Early Literacy Station (a computerized station full of interactive and engaging content focusing on seven curricular areas) and the Playaway Launchpads (thematic children’s tablets preloaded with fun, educational games, movies, and apps). The library will scrutinize items purchased with the grant to ensure they will be most beneficial to JTPL’s special needs youth.

Pilgrim of Time: The Passion and Paintings of Time — by Victor Troutman

October 13 – November 10

If you’re a lover of the arts, then this event is for you. From Oct. 13 until Nov. 10, Victor Troutman’s “Pilgrim of Time: The Passion and Paintings of Time” will be on display at the library. There will also be a closing reception on Saturday, Nov. 10 from 2-4 pm. For more information, check out his website: victortroutman.com

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JTPL Anime Club

Thursday, October 25 | 4:00 – 5:30 pm

Rock Painting Class

Crocheting Class for Beginners

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Yoga for Beginners and Seniors

Saturday, October 27 | 2:30 – 3:45 pm

With the holiday season right around the corner, take some time to unwind at our Yoga for Beginners and Seniors on Saturday, Oct. 27 from 2:30-3:45 pm. Learn how to use everyday objects to incorporate yoga into your daily routine. The class is free, but registration is required.

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Dungeons & Dragons

Monday, October 29 | 4:00 – 5:30 pm

Are you a Dungeons and Dragons fanatic?! Well here is your chance to prove it! Join us on Monday, Oct. 29 from 4 – 5:30 pm in the Youth Services Activity Room for a chance to play the latest version of D&D. No experience necessary, just your imagination! Refreshments will be provided.

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Through advocacy and fund raising, the JTPL Foundation, Inc., enhances the library’s ability to realize its vision and mission. The goal of the foundation is to supplement regular taxpayer support for the library by:

• Building an endowment to ensure the viability and sustainability of the library.
• Seeking additional funds to support enhanced library operations and service offerings.
• Managing investments for the present and future benefit of the library.

The JTPL Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization.

It has been awhile, but changes are coming!

The Jeffersonville Township Public Library Foundation’s website and social media is currently undergoing a change to make getting information to you even easier. So please bear with us over the next month, but expect to have some great information on the Foundation, as well as some exciting changes to the library!

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