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Celebrate Black History Month Through Music

Musical Movement & Influence

2024-02-27 18:30:00 2024-02-27 20:30:00 America/Chicago Celebrate Black History Month Through Music Presentation and Q & A evening Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)

Tuesday, February 27
6:30pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-02-27 18:30:00 2024-02-27 20:30:00 America/Chicago Celebrate Black History Month Through Music Presentation and Q & A evening Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)

Ottawa Street Branch

Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)

Presentation and Q & A evening

The presentation will highlight the influence of black musicians in Rock n Roll history. Followed by Q & A by Ron Romero of the Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Tours and Presentations | Digital Media Production |

TAGS: | Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66 | Digital Media Studio | Black History Month |

Ottawa Street Branch
Phone: 815-740-2660
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Upcoming events

One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Registration is now closed
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:15am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 18 months to 4 years with adult) Meet new friends in our music and play program! We will be shaking our wiggles out and using our imagination through hands-on play.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Registration is now closed
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Tue, Feb 11, 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.
Register
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Tue, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register
Healthy Cents
Tue, Feb 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
This set of classes will cover topics such as saving money at the grocery store, container gardening, and making healthy food choices.
Registration is now closed
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Registration is now closed
Sci-Fi Sound 101
Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Digital Media Studio
Learn how the Hollywood greats create the iconic sounds of your favorite spaceships, laser swords, and more!
Registration is now closed
Family Storytime
Tue, Feb 11, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
Love is Gross
Tue, Feb 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 6-8) Are valentines not your thing? Join us for an evening of our grossest activities from cockroach painting to booger slime! Eww!
Registration is now closed
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Registration is now closed
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, Feb 12, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
Homeschool Hangout: Explore Exoplanets Edition
Wed, Feb 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services Department
(Children of all ages with adult) Come hang out at the Library! Meet other homeschoolers and to go through our Explore Exoplanets: Discover Alien Worlds exhibit and scavenger hunt together.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Wed, Feb 12, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Feb 12, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Registration is now closed
Space Explorers
Wed, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades K-5) How do scientists explore space without leaving earth? Find out about some tools of the trade and design your own planets in an event that is out of this world!
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Registration is now closed
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Children of all ages) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.
OSB Musician's Club 16+
Wed, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Local musicians of all levels Local musicians of all levels are welcomed to join in, share and create. The Joliet Library's Musician's Club is a place for anyone who writes or plays music of any kind.
Black History Month Bingo
Wed, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Children of all ages with Adult) During Black History Month, join us for a few rounds of bingo. Amongst the fun, some BHM knowledge will be dropped and prizes won!
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Feb 13, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs in a group environment with a craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Feb 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Feb 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Emergency Preparedness
Thu, Feb 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 1-8) Learn how to make simple emergency kits, create family plans and stay safe during disasters. Will County Emergency Management Agency is going to get us prepared!
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Thu, Feb 13, 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.
Register
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Thu, Feb 13, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register
Can I Pet that Dog?!
Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Do you just want to drop in and pet some dogs? Stop by between 4 - 5:30pm! The Alliance of Therapy Dogs Team will be here with some of their specially trained furry friends for you to meet and pet!
Middle School Book Club
Thu, Feb 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 5-8) We will read the Caudill nominated book, The Fort, by Gordon Korman. You will receive an email when book is available for pickup at BRB Youth Services. Please read before meeting!
Registration is now closed
Love Is In the Air
Thu, Feb 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
Participants will enjoy painting the Double Heart Dish for a Valentine's Day keepsake. Receive guided, step-by-step instructions on painting your project.
This event is full
How Does the Space Industry Impact Millions Every Day?
Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
The space race began decades ago as a competition between two superpowers, but there are now 90 nations operating in space. Join John Cilio as he highlights the global space renaissance underway. 
Puppy Yoga
Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
Learn gentle yoga poses focused on staying on the floor to optimize roaming puppy cuddle sessions. A great way to reduce stress, increase happiness, and help a furry friend in need!
This event is full
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Feb 14, 10:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
(Adults, registration required) Practice your English in a small group setting. Build your vocabulary, learn common phrases and build your confidence in expressing yourself by talking to others.
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Feb 15, 9:30am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1,Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
This event is full
Oregon Trail IRL
Sat, Feb 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Ages 6 and up with adult) Attempt to survive the Oregon Trail in this 'You Choose the Adventure' style program.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, Feb 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1,Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
Morning Book Discussion Group
Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
Share your love of reading with this lively book group!  There is a morning and evening session each month.  Books can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:15am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 18 months to 4 years with adult) Meet new friends in our music and play program! We will be shaking our wiggles out and using our imagination through hands-on play.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Homeschool Hangout
Tue, Feb 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Ages 5-12 with adult) Come hang out at the Library! Meet other homeschoolers and do a new activity each month. January - Craft February - Perler Beads March - Marble Run April - Poetry Party
This event is full
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Tue, Feb 18, 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.
Register
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Tue, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register
Intro to 3D printing
Tue, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Learn about the basics of 3D printing and entry points into the craft. We will also discuss also basic maintenance and troubleshooting. This course focuses on filament, however resin is addressed.
Perler Beads
Tue, Feb 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Grades K-5) Show off your skills as you make Perler bead art. We'll bring the supplies, you bring the inspiration.
Healthy Cents
Tue, Feb 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
This set of classes will cover topics such as saving money at the grocery store, container gardening, and making healthy food choices.
Harry Potter Trivia
Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Trivia night is back with a Hogwarts theme!
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Family Storytime
Tue, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
Pokémon Meetup
Tue, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 1-8) Calling all Pokémon fans! Bring your cards to play or just hang out and discuss your favorite characters. We will have Pokémon activities and a craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, Feb 19, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Wed, Feb 19, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Feb 19, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Love Languages: A Poetry Writing Workshop
Wed, Feb 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Join our dynamic writing workshops designed to spark creativity and foster new ideas with Poet Laureate of Joliet, Uxmar Torres. This program is open to English and Spanish speakers/writers.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Children of all ages) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.
Nonviolent Cities Project - Candidate Forum
Wed, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Nonviolent Cities Project, candidate local forum for City Council
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
Technical session for 30 minutes
This event is full
Nonviolent Cities Project - Candidate Forum
Wed, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
Candidate forum for local candidates - Joliet City Council
Evening Book Discussion Group
Wed, Feb 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F
Share your love of reading with this lively book group!  There is a morning and evening session each month.  Books can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Feb 19, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
Technical session for 30 minutes
This event is full
Slowing Down with Amy Tan
Wed, Feb 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
National Humanities Medal winner and bestselling author of The Joy Luck Club, Amy Tan joins us to share on her body of work and reflect on the wonder of slowing down and savoring the quiet moments.
Register
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Feb 19, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
Technical session for 30 minutes
This event is full
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Feb 20, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs in a group environment with a craft.
Stay and Play
Thu, Feb 20, 9:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 0-3 with adult) Join us monthly for a little library playdate. Pop in and let the kids play while you catch up on adult conversation and make your own friends.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Feb 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Thu, Feb 20, 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.
Register
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Thu, Feb 20, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register
Black History Month Bingo
Thu, Feb 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Children of all ages with adult) During Black History Month, join us for a few rounds of bingo. Amongst the fun, some BHM knowledge will be dropped and prizes won!.
WriteOn Joliet on Zoom
Thu, Feb 20, 5:45pm - 8:30pm
Online
(Zoom Meeting) Join WriteOn members in a safe, comfortable and supportive atmosphere to share your work, and constructive feedback so that everyone can benefit from our shared knowledge.
Joliet Public Library Board Meeting
Thu, Feb 20, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Black Road Branch - Sun Room
Joliet Public Library Board Meeting
Looking for Earth Elsewhere
Thu, Feb 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
Michelle Nichols, Director of Public Observing at the Adler Planetarium, will present a fascinating discussion of Exoplanets!
Friends Pop-Up Sale
Fri, Feb 21, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Black Road Branch - Sun Room
Friends Pop-Up Sale
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Feb 21, 10:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
(Adults, registration required) Practice your English in a small group setting. Build your vocabulary, learn common phrases and build your confidence in expressing yourself by talking to others.
Wits Workout for Seniors
Fri, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
If you are age 60 or older, join us for this brain health program using a "workout" themed approach brought to you by Catholic Charities.
Friends Pop-Up Sale
Sat, Feb 22, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Black Road Branch - Sun Room
Friends Pop-Up Sale
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Feb 22, 9:30am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
This event is full
Family Field Trip
Sat, Feb 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
Joliet Central High School - 201 E. Jefferson Street, IL 60432
(Grades K-12, with adult) Whether you’re an alumnus, a future JT student, or just an interested community member, this tour will include history, wide marble halls, and plenty of Steelmen pride.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, Feb 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Sat, Feb 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.
Register
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Feb 24, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) Toddler Time is a story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories, songs and a simple craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, Feb 24, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions
One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, Feb 24, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Mon, Feb 24, 2:00pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.
Register
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Mon, Feb 24, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register
Healthy Cents
Mon, Feb 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
This set of classes will cover topics such as saving money at the grocery store, container gardening, and making healthy food choices.
Wire Trees
Mon, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
DMS
Learn how to twist and bend wire into a stunning tree sculpture!
Alien Dance Party
Mon, Feb 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Children of all ages) If life exists elsewhere in the universe, it could look different from life on Earth. Check out what our pretend planet looks like and create your own alien to join the party!
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Feb 25, 10:30am - 11:15am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 18 months to 4 years with adult) Meet new friends in our music and play program! We will be shaking our wiggles out and using our imagination through hands-on play.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Tue, Feb 25, 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.
Register
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Tue, Feb 25, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register
Robot Rally
Tue, Feb 25, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Grades 1-3) Learn basic coding principles while working with adorable robots.
Healthy Cents
Tue, Feb 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
This set of classes will cover topics such as saving money at the grocery store, container gardening, and making healthy food choices.
Cancelled
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Voice Over: Learn and Practice!
Tue, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Digital Media Studio
Learn the basics of recording voice over projects in a group setting! Participants will learn basic microphone techniques for mock radio dramas, advertisements, & podcasts!
This event is full
Family Storytime
Tue, Feb 25, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 25, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, Feb 26, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Wed, Feb 26, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Feb 26, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Feb 26, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Paint 'n' Sip
Wed, Feb 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 6-8 or ages 11-13) Grab a juice box and follow easy step by step instructions to create your own masterpiece.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Children of all ages) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.
Paint 'n' Sip
Wed, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 9-12 or ages 14-18, registration required) Grab a juice box and follow easy step by step instructions to create your own masterpiece.
Movie Music Romance
Wed, Feb 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Join John LeGear for an uplifting compilation of classic love songs and dances selected from the most memorable scenes in film history.
Networking Night (Ottawa Street Branch) 18+
Wed, Feb 26, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Are you creative? Do you want to meet like minded people? This is the place for you! Show off what you're working on and see what others in the area are creating as well. All creatives are welcome!
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Feb 27, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs in a group environment with a craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Feb 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Feb 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Feb 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Thu, Feb 27, 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.
Register
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Thu, Feb 27, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register
Seasonal French Desserts
Thu, Feb 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E
Join us on a culinary tour of France with Chef Susan Maddox! Learn to make three delectable French desserts. Recipes and samples will be available.
Wits Workout for Seniors
Fri, Feb 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
If you are age 60 or older, join us for this brain health program using a "workout" themed approach brought to you by Catholic Charities.
Mardi Gras Mask Making
Sun, Mar 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 4-8) Laissez les bons temps rouler! Using materials provided, create your most colorful and crazy Mardi Gras mask.
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Mar 03, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) Toddler Time is a story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories, songs and a simple craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, Mar 03, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, Mar 03, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Spider-Man Paint & Sip
Mon, Mar 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
(Grades 1-5 with an adult) Learn how to paint everyone’s favorite neighborhood friend, Spider-Man! Only children participating should be registered.
Spider-Man Paint & Sip
Mon, Mar 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
(Grades 6-12) Learn how to paint everyone’s favorite neighborhood friend, Spider-Man!
Healthy Cents
Mon, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
This set of classes will cover topics such as saving money at the grocery store, container gardening, and making healthy food choices.
Photography Club
Mon, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
This group meets every month to share, learn and network with other creatives. This group will do outings, meetups, shoot in the greenscreen room and share techniques.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Mar 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 18 months to 4 years with adult) Meet new friends in our music and play program! We will be shaking our wiggles out and using our imagination through hands-on play.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Robot Adventures
Tue, Mar 04, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Grades 4-6) Code our robots for special missions and games.
Healthy Cents
Tue, Mar 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
This set of classes will cover topics such as saving money at the grocery store, container gardening, and making healthy food choices.
Family Storytime
Tue, Mar 04, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
Exploring Space with Coralie Adam
Tue, Mar 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Get an inside look at the space industry with Illinois’ own Coralie Adam.
Register
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, Mar 05, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.
Family Storytime
Wed, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 05, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Lego ™ Club
Wed, Mar 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Ages 5 and up with adult) The library will supply Lego™ bricks for free play and the occasional challenge! Are you up for it? Seating is limited.
Home: A Poetry Writing Workshop
Wed, Mar 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
Join our dynamic writing workshops designed to spark creativity and foster new ideas with Poet Laureate of Joliet, Uxmar Torres. This program is open to English and Spanish speakers/writers.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Mar 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Children of all ages) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 05, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
Technical session for 30 minutes
Exploring the Irish Language
Wed, Mar 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Join us for an exciting exploration of the Irish language! We'll learn history, cultural significance and a few words and phrases. Come discover the beauty of the Irish language!
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 05, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
Technical session for 30 minutes
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 05, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
Technical session for 30 minutes
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Mar 06, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs in a group environment with a craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Homeschool Hangout
Thu, Mar 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 5-12 with adult) Come hang out at the Library! Meet other homeschoolers and do a new activity each month.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
WriteOn Joliet
Thu, Mar 06, 5:45pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
Join WriteOn members in a safe, comfortable and supportive atmosphere to share your work, and constructive feedback so that everyone can benefit from our shared knowledge.
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Mar 07, 10:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
(Adults, registration required) Practice your English in a small group setting. Build your vocabulary, learn common phrases and build your confidence in expressing yourself by talking to others.
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Mar 08, 9:30am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1,Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
This event is full
Dress Giveaway
Sat, Mar 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E
(Grades 9-12) Clean out your closet and shop ours! Donate dresses, shoes and accessories and get a VIP pass for early access.
Family Field Trip
Sat, Mar 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
Inwood Ice Arena - 3000 W. Jefferson St, Joliet
(Grades K and up with adult) Get a behind the scenes look at everything from the Zamboni machine to ice skates as we tour the newly renovated ice arena.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, Mar 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1,Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
The Loop Lounge
Sat, Mar 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Calling all needle-workers 18 and up. Bring a work in progress or start a new one in the company of other stitchers. Note: This is not a class format
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Mar 10, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) Toddler Time is a story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories, songs and a simple craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, Mar 10, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, Mar 10, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Healthy Cents
Mon, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
This set of classes will cover topics such as saving money at the grocery store, container gardening, and making healthy food choices.
Lego ™ Robotics
Mon, Mar 10, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 6-8) Use Lego™ Spike Prime sets to build and code real robots.
Lego ™ Club
Mon, Mar 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 5 and up with adult) The library will supply Lego™ bricks for free play and the occasional challenge! Are you up for it? Seating is limited.
NextGen Lit Book Club
Mon, Mar 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E
20s and 30s Book Club
Bookmaking 101: Open Edge Journals
Mon, Mar 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
DMS
Learn how to make your very own personal journal!
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 18 months to 4 years with adult) Meet new friends in our music and play program! We will be shaking our wiggles out and using our imagination through hands-on play.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Easy Origami
Tue, Mar 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 3-8) Fold pieces of paper into flowers and animals, or even your favorite characters.
Healthy Cents
Tue, Mar 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
This set of classes will cover topics such as saving money at the grocery store, container gardening, and making healthy food choices.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
It's Almost Spring Digital Flower Painting
Tue, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DMS
Celebrate the (almost) start of spring by painting your favorite flowers on our drawing tablets.
This event is full
"It's Almost Spring!" Flower Painting
Tue, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Digital Media Studio - Industrial Lab
Celebrate the (almost) start of spring by painting your favorite flowers on mini canvases with acrylic paint.
Family Storytime
Tue, Mar 11, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, Mar 12, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.
Family Storytime
Wed, Mar 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 12, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Children of all ages) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.
OSB Musician's Club 16+
Wed, Mar 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Local musicians of all levels Local musicians of all levels are welcomed to join in, share and create. The Joliet Library's Musician's Club is a place for anyone who writes or plays music of any kind.
Nippersink Rogues Irish Band
Wed, Mar 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
Get into the St. Patrick's Day spirit with the rousing music of the Nippersink Rogues Irish Band!
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Mar 13, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs in a group environment with a craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
March Madness: Dunking Competition
Thu, Mar 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 9-12) Channel your inner Michael Jordan! Compete against other teens to see who is best in this fun Dunking Basketball competition! Winner will receive a $15 gift card.
Registration opens Thursday, February 13 2025 at 9:00am
Cancelled
RAILS Advocacy Committee Meeting
Thu, Mar 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
RAILS Advocacy Committee Meeting FY2025
Can I Pet that Dog?!
Thu, Mar 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Do you just want to drop in and pet some dogs? Stop by between 4 - 5:30pm! The Alliance of Therapy Dogs Team will be here with some of their specially trained furry friends for you to meet and pet!
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