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Artemis:

Getting Ready for Artemis II and Beyond

2025-01-16 18:00:00 2025-01-16 19:00:00 America/Chicago Artemis: Exciting news everyone! America is heading back to the Moon with the incredible Artemis missions! Online - Virtual Meeting Room

Thursday, January 16
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-16 18:00:00 2025-01-16 19:00:00 America/Chicago Artemis: Exciting news everyone! America is heading back to the Moon with the incredible Artemis missions! Online - Virtual Meeting Room

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Virtual Meeting Room

Exciting news everyone! America is heading back to the Moon with the incredible Artemis missions!

Back in the 1960s, the Apollo missions made history by landing a man on the Moon. The Artemis missions have already begun, with plans to land the first woman and the next man on the Moon in 2025. But it doesn’t stop there ─ these missions are just the beginning of a journey that will see the establishment of human colonies on the Moon and even the first astronauts setting foot on Mars. 

To make all of this possible, NASA needs a diverse range of skilled professionals. From engineers to scientists, there are countless opportunities to be a part of this historic mission. Join John Cilio, our storyteller, to hear intriguing insights into the NASA equipment and the Connecticut companies that are supplying technology to support the incredible possibilities that lie ahead in international 21st century space exploration. 


Speaker Bio: John Cilio  

John Cilio is a fascinating historical storyteller, author, and researcher who has been captivating audiences with his tales of the past for over 15 years. As a proud member of the Organization of American Historians and the Association for the Study of Connecticut History, John has shared his wealth of knowledge through numerous articles in national magazines and newspapers. John Cilio continues to inspire and educate with his captivating storytelling and in-depth research. Get ready to be transported through time and experience history though period stories and vintage photographs.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Science and Nature |

TAGS: | #exoplanets |

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Upcoming events

Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Black Road Vestibule
Stop by to see if you have unclaimed property!

Tue, Nov 12, 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 to songs and bubbles.

Tue, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Tue, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 3-6) Pizza crafts! Pizza games! Pizza party!
Registration is now closed

Tue, Nov 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 8-12) Teen Advisory Group (T.A.G.) gives teens an opportunity to advise library staff on future teen programming and other things they wish to see in Joliet Library’s teen department.

Tue, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
The Compudopt Digital Skills Builder Program is a digital literacy program to help adult learners navigate their way around both computers and the internet.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
(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.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Nov 12, 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.

Wed, Nov 13, 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.

Wed, Nov 13, 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.

Wed, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Wed, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 6-8) Grab a juice box and follow easy step-by-step instructions to create your own masterpiece.

Wed, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Wed, Nov 13, 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.

Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 9-12) Grab a juice box and follow easy step-by-step instructions to create your own masterpiece.

Wed, Nov 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F
Make your own mug cozy in this beginner crochet class! All materials will be provided.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 13, 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.

Thu, Nov 14, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F,Meeting Room D
(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.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Thu, Nov 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Thu, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Cancelled
Thu, Nov 14, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
RAILS Advocacy Committee Meeting FY2025

Thu, Nov 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Kids of all ages with adult) Join Flying Fox Conservation Fund for an educational and fun hands-on live animal program. Space may be limited.

Thu, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Kids of all ages with adult) Join Flying Fox Conservation Fund for an educational and fun hands-on live animal program. Space may be limited.

Fri, Nov 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
Introducing individuals to TASC who may not be familiar with our work. Transforming Lives Together, will be about education and connection.

Fri, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Learn new skills and make friends through the joy of creating!

Fri, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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.

Sat, Nov 16, 9:30am - 11:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Adults, registration required) To begin, or continue your English learning journey, register today! Experience English learning in person.
This event is full

Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F
Meeting for the Friends of the Library to discuss fundraising initiatives.

Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
Join Ron Eckberg as he explores WWII using his personal research, his father's firsthand account, and the meaning of wartime songs.

Mon, Nov 18, All day
Online
(Adults, registration required) Learn and improve your English by enrolling in multilevel ESL classes offered in partnership with the Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Mon, Nov 18, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F,Meeting Room D
(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.

Mon, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Mon, Nov 18, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Mon, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Mon, Nov 18, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 0-3 with adult) Enjoy a little library playdate. Pop in and let the kids play while you catch up on adult conversation and make your own friends.

Mon, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 5-12) Hang out with friends or make some new ones while you try out a different project each month. We'll have materials available for you to explore, with larger equipment rotating.

Mon, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
DMS - Makerspace
Learn how to make your own miniature book or journal! Learn how to make and sew together a small chapbook using the saddle stitch.

Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.

Tue, Nov 19, 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 to songs and bubbles.

Tue, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E
(Ages 5-12) An hour of education stations to learn about different topics. The theme for November is geography. Register each child individually.
This event is full

Tue, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Tue, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E
(Ages 5-12) An hour of education stations to learn about different topics. The theme for November is geography. Register each child individually.

Tue, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
The Compudopt Digital Skills Builder Program is a digital literacy program to help adult learners navigate their way around both computers and the internet.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Digital Media Studio - Ottawa St. Branch Lower Level - Industrial Lab
Join others to learn about, play, and create props for Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition led by experienced Staff DMs in the DMS! Open to players of all experience levels.

Tue, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
(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.

Tue, Nov 19, 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.

Tue, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 3-8) Bring your cards to play, battle in our Pokémon Go gyms, or just hang out and discuss your favorite characters.

Wed, Nov 20, 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.

Wed, Nov 20, 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.

Wed, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E
(Grades 3-8) Calling all Pokémon fans! Bring your cards to play, battle in our Pokémon Go gyms, or just hang out and discuss your favorite characters. We will have Pokémon activities and a craft.

Wed, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Wed, Nov 20, 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.

Wed, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Recording Lab B67
Work with other likeminded creators to develop your very own comic book

Wed, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
Create a lovely DIY Christmas decoration. Supplies included.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 20, 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.

Wed, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Join Chef Art Smith to learn about his culinary journey and bring some culinary inspiration into your holiday season.
Register

Thu, Nov 21, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F,Meeting Room D
(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.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Thu, Nov 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Thu, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 8-12) T.A.G. gives teens an opportunity to advise library staff on future teen programming and other things they wish to see in Joliet Library’s teen department.

Thu, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Thu, Nov 21, 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.

Thu, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Board Room 208 (2nd Level)
Joliet Public Library Meeting of the Board of Trustees

Thu, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Bring your general 3D printing questions to us! We will also be discussing the process of turning ideas into 3D prints as well as an entry point into the hobby as well as starting a business.

Thu, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F,Meeting Room E
Joliet Public Library - Board of Trustees Meeting

Fri, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E
(Ages 1-3 with adult) Little gobblers unite for a turkey story, songs and a mini race on the path outside of the library.

Sat, Nov 23, 9:30am - 11:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Adults, registration required) To begin, or continue your English learning journey, register today! Experience English learning in person.
This event is full

Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
OSB - Local History Room
Historian and genealogist Tina Baeird will share her knowledge of tracing your veteran ancestors.

Mon, Nov 25, All day
Online
(Adults, registration required) Learn and improve your English by enrolling in multilevel ESL classes offered in partnership with the Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Mon, Nov 25, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Kids of all ages with adult) Drop in to play a variety of board games or take part in our scavenger hunt!

Mon, Nov 25, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Children of all ages with adult, no registration) Drop in to play a variety of board games or take part in our scavenger hunt! During open hours.

Mon, Nov 25, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F,Meeting Room D
(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.

Mon, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Tue, Nov 26, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Kids of all ages with adult) Drop in to play a variety of board games or take part in our scavenger hunt!

Tue, Nov 26, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Children of all ages with adult, no registration) Drop in to play a variety of board games or take part in our scavenger hunt! During open hours.

Tue, Nov 26, 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 to songs and bubbles.

Tue, Nov 26, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Tue, Nov 26, 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.

Tue, Nov 26, 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.

Wed, Nov 27, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Kids of all ages with adult) Drop in to play a variety of board games or take part in our scavenger hunt!

Wed, Nov 27, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Children of all ages with adult, no registration) Drop in to play a variety of board games or take part in our scavenger hunt! During open hours.

Wed, Nov 27, 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.

Wed, Nov 27, 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.

Fri, Nov 29, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Servcies
(Kids of all ages with adult) Drop in to play a variety of board games or take part in our scavenger hunt!

Fri, Nov 29, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Children of all ages with adult, no registration) Drop in to play a variety of board games or take part in our scavenger hunt! During open hours.

Fri, Nov 29, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Board Room 208 (2nd Level),Youth Program Room 253 A
(Kids of all ages with adult) Get into the holiday spirit and join us for some reindeer games, a craft, and other activities before the annual Christmas parade!

Fri, Nov 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Children of all ages with adult) Bring the whole family and sing along as local musician, John Condron, leads us in our favorite holiday classics!

Sat, Nov 30, 9:30am - 11:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Adults, registration required) To begin, or continue your English learning journey, register today! Experience English learning in person.
This event is full

Mon, Dec 02, All day
Online
(Adults, registration required) Learn and improve your English by enrolling in multilevel ESL classes offered in partnership with the Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Mon, Dec 02, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F,Meeting Room D
(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.

Mon, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
DMS
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.

Tue, Dec 03, 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 to songs and bubbles.

Tue, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 6-8) Have a hoot at the library as you paint your own owl familiar.

Tue, Dec 03, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Grades 4-6) Code our robots for special missions and games.

Tue, Dec 03, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
Learn the art of candle-making, choose from seasonal scents like peppermint, pine, and gingerbread, and personalize your candle with holiday-themed decorations.

Tue, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 9-12) Have a hoot at the library as you paint your own owl familiar.

Tue, Dec 03, 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.

Wed, Dec 04, 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.

Wed, Dec 04, 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.

Wed, Dec 04, 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.

Wed, Dec 04, 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.

Wed, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E
We will go through the applications that available through your Smart TV, Roku and Fire Stick.

Wed, Dec 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Wait for your numbers to be called and join in the fun to try to win prizes!

Thu, Dec 05, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F,Meeting Room D
(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.

Thu, Dec 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 6-8) Learn the basics of cross stitch and make something fun to take home.

Thu, Dec 05, 5:45pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E
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.  

Sat, Dec 07, 9:30am - 11:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Adults, registration required) To begin, or continue your English learning journey, register today! Experience English learning in person.
This event is full

Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
Join us for an evening of holiday cheer and Jazz standards with vocalist Petra Van Nuis and guitarist Andy Brown.

Sun, Dec 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Ages 3-12 with adult) Build and decorate your own gingerbread house and take your holiday creation home with you!

Mon, Dec 09, All day
Online
(Adults, registration required) Learn and improve your English by enrolling in multilevel ESL classes offered in partnership with the Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Mon, Dec 09, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F,Meeting Room D
(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.

Mon, Dec 09, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 6-8) Use Lego™ Spike Prime sets to build and code real robots.

Mon, Dec 09, 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?

Mon, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E
20s and 30s Book Club

Tue, Dec 10, 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 to songs and bubbles.

Tue, Dec 10, 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.

Wed, Dec 11, 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.

Wed, Dec 11, 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.

Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(All ages) Stop by for an adventure that is out of this world!  Experience space through the debut of our interactive Exoplanet exhibit, available December-February all hours the library is open.

Wed, Dec 11, 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.

Thu, Dec 12, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F,Meeting Room D
(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.

Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Kids of all ages with adult) Stop by the library for games, a character visit, a craft, a photo op and enjoy some hot chocolate.

Thu, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Bring your general 3D printing questions to us! We will also be discussing the process of turning ideas into 3D prints as well as an entry point into the hobby as well as starting a business.