Jones Creativity Center
Adult Learning – Technology – Art – Job Readiness
Monday-Thursday 10:00-7:00, Friday-Saturday 10:00-3:00
The Homer and Ida Jones Creativity Center is a resource for adults to enhance their education, digital
literacy and computer skills, creative and artistic expression, and career mobility. It features a spacious computer lab, staffed for on-demand and one-on-one assistance.
Jones Creativity Center: Adult Learning
Adult Literacy and Adult Basic Education.
The JCC provides one-on-one assistance and resources to adults for Basic Education and Literacy.
The JCC provides one-on-one assistance and resources to adults for Basic Education and Literacy.
Visit during Open Lab Hours or contact us for more information.
School Assignments, Continuing Education and Tutoring
The computer lab at the JCC is a perfect place for adults to do homework or research papers during“Open Lab Hours”. The JCC’s computers and resources can be used to choose and enroll in a college or program. The staff and volunteers will also assist in tutoring and additional education resources. Visit during Open Lab hours or contact us for more information.
The computer lab at the JCC is a perfect place for adults to do homework or research papers during“Open Lab Hours”. The JCC’s computers and resources can be used to choose and enroll in a college or program. The staff and volunteers will also assist in tutoring and additional education resources. Visit during Open Lab hours or contact us for more information.
Need help filling out the FAFSA? ETSU’s Educational Opportunity Center is at the JCC on Wednesdays from 12:00-3:00. Call ETSU’s EOC at 423-393-8043 to make an appointment
GED/ English as a Second Language
The Bristol Public Library hosts Mount Rogers Regional Adult Education Program, offering GED classes &English as a Second Language (ESL). No appointment needed; sign-up during regular class times.
The Bristol Public Library hosts Mount Rogers Regional Adult Education Program, offering GED classes &English as a Second Language (ESL). No appointment needed; sign-up during regular class times.
Current Schedule:
GED: Mon, Wed 10-1 Mon, Wed 5-8 Tue, Thu 1-4
GED: Mon, Wed 10-1 Mon, Wed 5-8 Tue, Thu 1-4
ESL: Tue, Thu 4:30-7:30
For more information about Mount Rogers programing, contact them at 276-619-4396 or visit their
website at mrraep.comVisit us during open lab hours or contact us for more information
website at mrraep.comVisit us during open lab hours or contact us for more information
Digital Literacy and Computer Classes
Whether for new job skills or for self-enrichment, the JCC offers tutorials, support and classes for computers, tablets and phones. Assistance is offered during Open Lab hours and scheduled classes.
Whether for new job skills or for self-enrichment, the JCC offers tutorials, support and classes for computers, tablets and phones. Assistance is offered during Open Lab hours and scheduled classes.
The JCC also offers interactive software learning though Professor Teaches Platform. It’s web-based, so once the account is created, it can be accessed from the library, home or anywhere. Current tutorials include: Windows 10, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, QuickBooks and TypingInstructor. Sign up for an account at JCC.
- Professor Teaches bpl.professorteachesweb.com
- Typing Instructor bpl.v2.typinginstructor.com
Visit us during open lab hours or contact us for more information
Current Classes:
Windows 10: Every Monday 5:30-7:00
Windows 10: Every Monday 5:30-7:00
Each week takes you through a chapter of a seven week course on using windows. This is a great class for people starting out with computers. Bring your own laptop or use JCC’s computers. Each week is self-contained, so start anytime!
Touch Typing: Every Friday 10:00-11:00.
Make a habit to practice typing once a week.
Make a habit to practice typing once a week.
Test Proctoring
JCC offers test proctoring for schools & classes, Virginia Driving courses, TN Boat Safety Courses andmore. Fees are sometimes charged for proctoring services.
JCC offers test proctoring for schools & classes, Virginia Driving courses, TN Boat Safety Courses andmore. Fees are sometimes charged for proctoring services.
Visit us during open lab hours or contact us for more information.
Job Readiness & Employment
Resume and Cover Letters.
The JCC offers advisement on creating and revising resumes and cover letters, along with handytemplates to make a resume stand out to employers.
The JCC offers advisement on creating and revising resumes and cover letters, along with handytemplates to make a resume stand out to employers.
Visit us during open lab hours or contact us for more information.
Job Search and Application Assistance
The computer lab of the JCC is perfect for conducting job searches and filling out online applications.The JCC’s staff assist in navigating through complicated applications, finding local job openings and othertechnology support such as uploading resumes to an employer.
Visit us during open lab hours or contact us for more information.
Workforce Readiness Training
Having trouble landing a job? Or perhaps nervous about interviewing? The staff of the JCC can help honeyour skills to get a job.
Visit us during open lab hours or contact us for more information.
Visit us during open lab hours or contact us for more information.
Computer and Typing Skills
Whether for new job skills or for self-enrichment, the JCC offers tutorials, support and classes for computers, tablets and phones. Assistance is offered during Open Lab hours and scheduled classes.
The JCC also offers interactive software learning though Professor Teaches Platform. It’s web-based, so once the account is created, it can be accessed from the library, home or anywhere. Current tutorials include: Windows 10, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, QuickBooks and TypingInstructor. Sign up for an account at JCC.
- Professor Teaches bpl.professorteachesweb.com
- Typing Instructor bpl.v2.typinginstructor.com
Visit us during open lab hours or contact us for more information
About The Jones Creativity Center
History
The Jones Creativity Center, named in memory of Homer & Ida Jones, was renovated and opened in2016. It continues the legacy of the Adult Learning Lab and Literacy Academy begun by PatriciaFreedman in 1987.
Awards
In 1998, the JCC (then known as the Literacy Academy) received the Jeannie P. Balliles Award in Literacyfrom the Virginia Literacy Foundation for most outstanding community-based literacy program inVirginia. The Center has also received the Sequoia Literacy Award.
Funding
The JCC is funded in 2017-18 by the following agencies:
The JCC is funded in 2017-18 by the following agencies:
- Bristol Library Foundation
- Allocation from the City of Bristol, TN
- Community Development Block Grant through the City of Bristol, VA
- Community grant from Wells Fargo Bank
- Virginia Literacy Foundation grant
- Donations from Individuals & Patrons of BPL
100% of funds received directly benefit the public and provide for programing and services provided by the JCC.
Technology
3D Printing and 3D Scanning
The JCC has cutting edge technology 3D Printer and 3D Scanner for use by the public. Make a personalized gift, or replacement part- it can be done at the JCC! The only charge for our 3D printing service is a material cost based on the amount of plastic used . All you need is a 3D Model to start.
Want to find a pre-made model? Try Thingiverse.com or similar user contributed collection sites.
Want to create your own? Check out Tinkercad.com as an introduction to primitive modeling.
The JCC has a 3D scanner to scan objects into a digital model, which can be used for 3D prints.
Visit us during open lab hours or contact us for more information.
Computer, Tablet, Technology assistance
The JCC offers assistance, trainings, troubleshooting and resources for computers, tablets and othertechnologies.
The JCC offers assistance, trainings, troubleshooting and resources for computers, tablets and othertechnologies.
Visit us during open lab hours or contact us for more information.
Computer classes & Trainings
Whether for new job skills or for self-enrichment, the JCC offers tutorials, support and classes for computers, tablets and phones. Assistance is offered during Open Lab hours and scheduled classes.
Whether for new job skills or for self-enrichment, the JCC offers tutorials, support and classes for computers, tablets and phones. Assistance is offered during Open Lab hours and scheduled classes.
The JCC also offers interactive software learning though Professor Teaches Platform. It’s web-based, so once the account is created, it can be accessed from the library, home or anywhere. Current tutorials include: Windows 10, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, QuickBooks and TypingInstructor. Sign up for an account at JCC.
- Professor Teaches bpl.professorteachesweb.com (link)
- Typing Instructor bpl.v2.typinginstructor.com (link)
Visit us during open lab hours or contact us for more information
Assistance filling online forms
The JCC has computers available for filling out online forms such as job applications, social security,unemployment, etc. Our helpful staff will assist navigating through complicated applications.
The JCC has computers available for filling out online forms such as job applications, social security,unemployment, etc. Our helpful staff will assist navigating through complicated applications.
Visit us during open lab hours or contact us for more information.
Email Creation and Assistance
The JCC assists with creation of email accounts, tutoring to use email, and help with attachments, orother email troubles.
The JCC assists with creation of email accounts, tutoring to use email, and help with attachments, orother email troubles.
Visit us during open lab hours or contact us for more information.
Introduction to Skype, Facebook, and Social Media
The JCC can assist setting up accounts, getting started, and other tutorials for Skype, Facebook and otherSocial Media platforms.
The JCC can assist setting up accounts, getting started, and other tutorials for Skype, Facebook and otherSocial Media platforms.
Visit us during open lab hours or contact us for more information.
Microsoft Office Suite; Adobe Creative Suite
The JCC computers have software such as MS Office including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Adobe Creative including Photoshop, After Effects, Acrobat, Illustrator and more.
Visit us during open lab hours or contact us for more information.
Art
Craft & Art Clubs
The Jones Creativity Center is a perfect place for Art or Craft clubs & groups to meet. Feel free to explore the groups who meet at the JCC or start up a new club at the library.
Visit us during open lab hours or contact us for more information.
Currently Scheduled Art & Crafts
Crochet Club- Every Tue 6:00-7:00
Open to all skill levels and ages (children younger than 8 must have adult present). Bring your current project and enjoy the community and/or learn the basics of crochet with a simple project. A new project each month! Please bring your own hooks & yarn
Open to all skill levels and ages (children younger than 8 must have adult present). Bring your current project and enjoy the community and/or learn the basics of crochet with a simple project. A new project each month! Please bring your own hooks & yarn
The Casual Word: Creative Writing- Every Thu 6:00-7:00
In this class we will not focus on structure, form or rules, but on the freedom of writing. Ages 18+
In this class we will not focus on structure, form or rules, but on the freedom of writing. Ages 18+
Adult Coloring- Every Thu 2:00-3:00
Spend an hour with stress-relieving coloring each week. JCC provides materials and projects, but feel free to bring your own.
Spend an hour with stress-relieving coloring each week. JCC provides materials and projects, but feel free to bring your own.
Watercolors by Ida Jones
The Jones Creativity Center has several of Ida Jones’s watercolors on display demonstrating her prolificand varied body of work, from alpine inspired scenes to abstract. The pieces are on loan or have beendonated by the family of Ida Jones.
The Jones Creativity Center has several of Ida Jones’s watercolors on display demonstrating her prolificand varied body of work, from alpine inspired scenes to abstract. The pieces are on loan or have beendonated by the family of Ida Jones.
View Art in the Library Here
Maker Space with tools and supplies
The JCC offers part of its space for individuals or groups to use the art supplies and tools for creativeexpression or useful projects.
The JCC offers part of its space for individuals or groups to use the art supplies and tools for creativeexpression or useful projects.
To expand this goal, the JCC is always looking for donations of gently used art supplies and hand tools.
Visit us during open lab hours or contact us for more information.
Things to note:
The computers in the JCC are reserved for educational, employment and training purposes only; the public computers located in the Reference Department are for general internet usage. Children are permitted in the JCC under limited circumstances. The entire rules of conduct can be found here -> Homer & Ida Jones Creativity Center Policy. (LINK to policy)