Things have finally settled in amongst all the changes that have taken place. One of the biggest hurdles we have faced and will continue to face is the street construction downtown and the parking issues. We want to provide you with solutions to the lack of street parking while the…
We are now OPEN!!! Here is a quick update on what’s going on at J.R. Clarke Public Library. The move to the temporary location has been enormous, more immense than any of us could have imagined. We are so grateful to those who loaded books, shelves, and boxes and helped…
UPDATE: Due to delays in moving, the library will be opening later than expected. Please note, the library phone is not working yet. We will keep everyone posted on the expected open date. Thank you for your continued support and patience. Several weeks ago, J.R. Clarke Public Library…
Our Renovation and Book Sale has been extended until Wednesday, February 24 at 8 pm due to the weather delays and closings. We still have a lot of great books as well as big furniture pieces, including desks, tables. We are also downsizing our baking pan inventory and you may…
The J.R. Clarke Public Library will be opening at 11 am February 18 due to the weather. This delay will also affect our Renovation Sale, which will also open at 11 am.
J.R. Clarke Public Library and Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that the entire library facility will be going through an inside renovation, beginning sometime in March 2021. To continue serving our area community and school district requirements, the infrastructure of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and Data lines will be…
UPDATE!! The J R Clarke Public Library Renovation bid due date and the opening has been extended a week. Sealed bids must be received at the J. R. Clarke Public Library, 102 E. Spring Street, Covington, OH 45318 no later than 12:00 p.m. noon on Monday, February 15, 2021. Bids…
Sign up today for Joanie's annual Christmas Class. Due to Covid, this year's class will be virtual and NOT held at JRC. Joanie will provide kits with all the supplies need to make your Christmas wreath at your home. The kits will be available for pick up at the library…
JR Clarke Public Library is beginning a Hybrid Phase 3, as per Governor DeWine’s COVID-19 order. Beginning Thursday, Phase 3 regulations will begin. Our goal is to continue providing excellent service and maintain a healthy environment for all who enter. The “limited” Phase 3 will begin on Thursday, November 12,…
The ability to remain calm and healthy in today’s world can be difficult, while the ability to feel focused and motivated is essential no matter what you are trying to accomplish. Come join Robbin Adams; RN and J.R. Clarke library employee to learn how essential oils can help you with concentration…
The Upper Valley Wellness Center sends a nurse once a month on the 2nd Tuesday of each month to J.R. Clarke Public Library. This service will begin on Tuesday, October 13. She will be taking free blood pressure checks, and glucose screenings from 9-10:45 am.
. “Keep Moving” Class with, instructor, Vicki Hand, will begin on Wednesday, October 14 from 10a-11a and again on Friday, October 16 from 10a-11a. Vicki Hand instructs the “Keep Moving” Exercise Class for men and women! She has an extensive background in Exercise Therapy and she will keep everyone inspired!…
Veraflow will begin on Wednesday, October 7 at 6:30 pm and last about 45 minutes. Lynn Blakely, fitness guru, has been an instructor for 19 years and was selected as one of the original Zumba Jammers TM, choreographing and educating fellow Zumba® instructors across the country from 2010-2017. Lynn is…
ROBOT BUILDING FOR AREA GIRLS - Bring a friend, make new ones, and build a ROBOT WITH THE GIRL SCOUTS - it's all FREE! Parents & caregivers, you're invited too! The session will be about one hour in length. Choose from the following dates and times: On ZOOM, Wednesday, September 16…
J.R. Clarke's Developmental StoryTime will begin on Tuesday, October 6. JR Clarke is blessed to have retired teacher Laurie Deubner as our StoryTime teacher. It is held every Tuesday morning and there are two classes: 9:00 am and 10:00 am. Registration for each class will be different this year. We…
Covington’s J. R. Clarke Public Library Semi-Annual Book Sale will take place the weekend of Friday, September 18 from 9am-5pm and Saturday, September 19 from 9am-2pm. This book sale is sponsored by the Friends of J.R. Clarke Public Library and chaired by Volunteer, Brandy Pence and company! We will be…
LEGOLAND PROGRAM JULY 2020 The Staff at J. R. Clarke Public Library would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who participated in the Walk Around Lego Land Program. What a nice turn out we had! Everyone who came and built their projects did a wonderful job. A special…
COVID-19 Phase 2 JR Clarke Public Library is pleased to announce that we are beginning Phase 2 of our process of re-opening on Monday, June 1 with regular hours. This progression will be completed in several phases based on the recommendations from the Governor of Ohio, The Ohio Library Council,…
Have you been missing BookPage, a free publication offered at the front desk? We have great news. Head over here to sign up for their website to sign up for their free newsletters based on genres. You will receive recommendations based on your favorite genres. The print edition should resume…