John Jay offering free education classes

John Jay Learning Center is offering free classes for earning a High School Equivalency diploma.

Previously called the General Educational Development diploma (GED), it is the standard equivalent to a high school diploma.

Classes are Monday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 to 11 a.m. and 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Those interested can call (260) 729-5525 or email info©johnjaycenter.com for more information.

John Jay requests attendees wear masks during class and practice social distancing when possible.



Dean’s list

Three Fort Recovery students were recently named to the University of Findlay dean’s list for the fall semester.

Making the dean’s list were Lauren Bruns, Natalie Homan and Conner Muhlenkamp. In order to qualify for the list, students must have a grade point average of 3.5 or higher.



Guitar lab returns

There’s a new opportunity for kids to learn how to play guitar.

The Blackford County Arts Center is hosting a group guitar lab this spring for students in 4th through 6th grades who are beginning or intermediate guitarists.

The class begins Monday. It was not held last semester due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

To learn more, visit artsland.org/musicworks or call (765) 348-4154.



JCPL?baby shower

The Jay County Public Library is hosting a month-long baby shower to collect needed items for the Jay County Pregnancy Care Center.

Among diapers, the library is seeking donations of baby wash, baby shampoo, baby lotion, baby wipes, baby food, baby snacks, baby formula, baby gas drops, baby Orajel and toothbrush and toothpaste for baby teeth.

Gifts can either be dropped off at the baby display table at the library or mailed to 315 N. Ship St., Portland. The first 24 who donate items will receive a gift from the library.