Research Resources – J.R. Clarke Public Library

102 East Spring Street, Covington, Ohio 45318 (937) 473-2226 info@jrclarkelibrary.org

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“KEEP MOVING” Adult Exercise Class

“KEEP MOVING” Adult Exercise Class for Men and Women JRC is pleased to promote the “Keep Moving” Exercise class for men and women instructed by Vicki Hand! Vicki has an extensive background in Exercise Therapy and she will keep everyone inspired! The class will meet weekly on Wednesdays beginning October 2. The fee is $1.00

“STEAMERS” Homeschool Programming

Beginning Tuesday, October 8 and continuing every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, JR Clarke will be presenting a homeschool program and instruction in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Math. Each session will be from 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm. and may be divided into two groups – Elementary and

FROM SEA TO SHINING SEA The United States is one of the most geographically, culturally, and ethnically diverse countries in the world. It is also a young country with a rich history. AtoZ the USA brings this diversity and history to life in a beautifully-illustrated resource designed especially for libraries and schools. AtoZ the USA

THE WORLD AWAITS Curious about the world? AtoZ The World™ has you covered. With AtoZ The World™, information about world history, cultures, languages, foods, religions, and much more is just a click away. With 175 Country Culture Guides covering over 60 topics each, AtoZ The World™ offers a breadth and depth of content that is

Business Source Premier

Boost your business knowledge by researching company and industry profiles, country and market research reports, and magazine articles. http://ohioweblibrary.org/db/ebsco-business

Caring.com is a leading senior care resource for family caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses and other loved ones. It has been featured by AARP, The Administration for Community Living, The National Legal Resource Center, and Forbes, as well as referenced by many governmental agencies and organizations across the

Chilton Library

Fix your car, truck, van, or SUV with these diagnostics, maintenance schedules, wiring diagrams, and step-by-step repair procedures. http://ohioweblibrary.org/db/chilton

Close Out 2019 At J.R. Clarke…

Hello and Happy Thanksgiving! There are many things going on at the Library throughout the remainder of the year. J.R. Clarke Public Library has several dates the library will be closed. On Saturday, November 23, JR Clarke Library will be Closed All Day to Library Staff Training. On Wednesday, November 27, JR Clarke Library

Cool Libraries App

COOL APP – for cell phones & computers Wherever you go, you will want to take the Consortium of Ohio Libraries with you! COOL Libraries lets you search JR Clarke Public Libraries or other COOL libraries for books, movies, audiobooks, music, and more. | INSTALL THE APP | What can you do with COOL Libraries?

Crafter’s Delight Workshop – “Togetherness”

Each and every Thursday at 6:30 p.m., J.R. Clarke hosts, what we will call the “Crafter’s Delight Workshop – “Togetherness!” If you enjoy a specific craft; such as knitting, embroidery, crochet, quilting, quilling, stamping, scrapbooking or anything you else, including enjoying reading a book, and are tired of doing your “craft” alone, then this is

Developmental StoryTime

J.R. Clarke Public Library is blessed to have Laurie Deubner, a retired teacher of Covington Exempted Village Schools, as our StoryTime teacher. “I love these smallest readers,” says Laurie. “You never know what they will say or do. They are so enthusiastic, it is contagious! I am always amazed at the folks who bring them

DIGITAL DATABASES & RESOURCES…Be In The Know!!

On the first Thursday of every month, J.R. Clarke Library will be hosting our monthly Digital Databases and Resources for all of our patrons. J. R. Clarke Library has an immense number of Digital Resources and Databases for our patrons to utilize! You might be amazed at how some of these can actually make your life

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

About Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free, high-quality books to children from birth until they begin school, no matter their family’s income. After launching in 1995, the program grew quickly. First books were only distributed to children living in Sevier County, Tennessee where Dolly grew

Early World of Learning

Three interactive learning environments for preschoolers and children in early grades. https://www.worldbookonline.com/wbel/#/home

Historic Photo Archives

The J.R. Clarke Public Library has compiled an archive platform for historic photographs of Covington, Ohio and the surrounding areas. All photos have been donated by local photographers, businesses and community organizations. These photos are available for personal, educational and non-profit usage and may not be used for commercial or marketing practices without the consent

Hobbies and Crafts Reference Center

Find “how-to” instructions and creative ideas to meet the interests of virtually every hobby enthusiast. http://ohioweblibrary.org/db/hobbies

Home Improvement Reference Center

Home Improvement Reference Center features full-text content from leading home improvement magazines, images not found anywhere else online and videos of popular home repair projects. http://ohioweblibrary.org/db/homeimprovement

JRC has rotating “BOOK/DVD” holders FOR SALE

JR Clarke Library has several upright rotating “BOOK/DVD” holders for SALE! If you are interested in purchasing one or perhaps your church or organization can use one to hold DVD’s or paperback books, please let us know! Call 473-2226 or Cherie at 937-570-1733! You can see a few of them in the Children’s area on

Lego Landing Group

Monthly Lego Landing Group for kids always meets on the last Monday of any month at 3:15 pm! Do you wish your child was more creative or perhaps you want your child to be more of a problem solver? Then this is the place to be. Mrs. Kim Woloch will have new ideas and oversees

Local History & Genealogy

The J. R. Clarke Public Library has several items of interest in our local history and genealogy room. Those items include: The personal collection of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Clarke including his documented scrapbooks displaying events of his life and the lives of citizens of Covington. Obituaries of local citizens beginning in 1981 through

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