Attention, bakers!

Gingerbread House Contest

Enter a gingerbread house on Dec. 3 that will be judged at our Merry Prairie event! Prizes will be awarded in two categories: Child and Teen/Adult. Houses will remain on display until Dec. 30 at our Trafalgar Branch.

Looking for the perfect read?

Holiday Book Gift Guide

Our book-selecting experts have chosen titles for a variety of reading levels. Find the perfect recommendation for a book lover on your holiday gift list!

Holiday Fun!

December Library Guide

Merry Prairie, Photo Contest, Meet the Grinch, holiday programs and more! Pick up your Library Guide at one of our branches today.

Fri / Dec. 10 / 6-8 p.m.

Merry Prairie

Celebrate the holiday season with family-friendly festivities at the Trafalgar Branch's Merry Prairie! Come take pictures with Santa, his reindeer and the Grinch. We'll have crafts, snacks and so much more!

All ages and skill levels welcome!

Photo Contest

Show us how you see Life In Johnson County! Submit up to five pictures to our photo contest for your chance to win prizes and have your work featured in the new Clark Pleasant Branch.

Donations needed to

Support Afghan Families

Afghan families temporarily located at Camp Atterbury are in need of winter clothing, and you can help! View the complete list of needs and then drop off your new donations to any JCPL branch.

Holiday Closings

All locations will be closed Fri, Dec. 24, and Sat, Dec. 25 for the holiday. Regular hours resume Sun, Dec. 26. JCPL will also be closed on Dec. 31 and Jan. 1.

Enhancing the Story

Help support the new Clark Pleasant Branch and the six key projects that will be specifically designed to promote art, health and nature.

New Clark Pleasant Library

View the plans for the new Clark Pleasant Branch and stay updated on the construction progress.