Rapunzel swings into library Thursday

 More popular Disney characters are visiting the library next week.

Rapunzel and Flynn Rider from Disney’s “Tangled” and the animated series swing into Jay County Public Library on Thursday. Attendees may visit the Snuggly Duckling from the movie to make Viking-themed hats, lanterns and satchels. Visitors can also paint and create tiaras and ribbon wands, along with participate in duck fishing, apple tossing, face painting and hair braiding. Rapunzel-themed snacks will also be available.

All children are welcome. Dress-up is encouraged but not required.

Activities begin at 4:30, with Rapunzel and Flynn Rider joining for meet and greets from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday.

Other activities coming up at the library:

•“Beyond the Mainstream: Indie Authors Speak” at 6 p.m. Monday, with local true-crime author Stephen Terrell discussing his book “The Madness of John Terrell: Revenge and Insanity on Trial in the Heartland”

•“Sing-O” 1970s-’90s night from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. April 22

Used books

Books for sale.

Fort Recovery Public Library is hosting a used book sale from Monday through April 26 during regular business hours.

Patrons are invited to shop for books, audio books and movies for all ages. Free-will donations will be accepted. Donations in good condition are still being accepted. Items not accepted are textbooks, encyclopedias, Reader's Digest Condensed Version books, VHS tapes, cassette tapes and magazines. For more information, please contact the library at (419) 375-2869.

Also coming up at the library, Roz Puppets will perform puppet show “Silly Bits” short programs between 10 a.m. and noon April 26 at the library during Fort Recovery Brick Street Market.

Composting 101

There’s an upcoming workshop for learning how to turn waste into something new.

Jay County Solid Waste Management District and Purdue Extension Office are partnering on Composting 101, a free workshop slated for 6 p.m. April 22 at the recycling center, 5948 W. Indiana 67, Portland.

Attendees will learn the art of composting and discover how easy it is to reduce waste while enriching a garden, as well as engage in a hands-on edible compost activity. There will also be  a worm bin giveaway. To learn more, contact Jay County Purdue Extension Office at (260) 726-4707.

Hall of Fame

Cincinnatus League is looking for individuals to induct into its Hall of Fame at Jay County Fair this year.

The organization honors those who have contributed to the Jay County community through volunteer efforts by inducting them into the Jay County Hall of Fame at the fairgrounds in Portland. This year’s ceremony is slated for July 2. 

Qualifications stipulate individuals must be at least 65 years old by the time of the event, live in Jay County or have significant ties to Jay County and have devoted time and effort to the community in ways beyond employment and occupation. Nominations must be received by May 2. They may be sent to Cincinnatus League, PO Box 513, Portland, IN 47371, or emailed to [email protected].

To learn more, contact Karen Bailey at (260) 729-1249 or Barbara Street at (260) 726-5219.