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Mammals and More

No Registration - 6 p.m.
2024-11-14 18:00:00 2024-11-14 19:00:00 America/Chicago Mammals and More (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. Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C, Meeting Room B, Meeting Room A

Thursday, November 14
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-14 18:00:00 2024-11-14 19:00:00 America/Chicago Mammals and More (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. Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C, Meeting Room B, Meeting Room A

Black Road Branch

Meeting Room C, Meeting Room B, Meeting Room A

(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.

AGE GROUP: | Middle School | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | Science and Nature |

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Black Road Branch

Phone: 815-740-2660
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Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 9:00PM

About the branch

Black Road Branch(BRB):The Black Road Branch, on the city’s west side, sits adjacent to the beautiful Rock Run Preserve. Home to truly exciting programming and a large collection of books and materials.

Upcoming events

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Wiggle Worms
Tue, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Black Road Branch
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Registration is now closed
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Apr 28, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch
(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, Apr 28, 2:30pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(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
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Apr 28, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Registration is now closed
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
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.
Registration is now closed
Little Free Book Swap
Tue, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Bring a book, take a book! Get something new to read by swapping one of your books for someone else's.
Voice Over Club (16+)
Tue, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Digital Media Studio
As audiobooks become more mainstream, you may be wondering what goes into making them. In this edition of JPL's Voice Over club, you can learn what makes an audiobook!
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
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.
Registration is now closed
El Día del Niño Family Drum Circle
Tue, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Lawn,Patio
(Families with kids) Come feel the beat of the drum while listening and participating in the rhythm on the lawn. There will be a drum leader who will guide you through the experience.
Bouncing Babies 9:30
Wed, Apr 29, 9:30am - 10:00am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(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, Apr 29, 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, Apr 29, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
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.
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Apr 29, 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.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth-6 years with adult) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.
Bingo!
Wed, Apr 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Wait for your numbers to be called and try to win prizes!
This event is full
Preschool Storytime 9:30
Thu, Apr 30, 9:30am - 10:00am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(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.
Cancelled
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Apr 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Cancelled
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Cancelled
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Apr 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch
(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, Apr 30, 2:30pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(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
Family Field Trip
Thu, Apr 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
BrightDogs Dog Park and Daycare - 3105 Theodore St #3105
(Grades K+ with adult) Learn about dog behaviors, how to properly approach a dog and some training tricks!
Children's Day/Book Day: Pajama Family Reading Night
Thu, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level),Youth Program Room 253 A
(Families with kids) Join us in your PJs and let’s celebrate Children’s Day/Book Day. It’s a time filled with stories, activities and games for the whole family!
Chicago’s Sweet Bakeries Remembered
Thu, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Explore Chicago’s historic bakeries and top baking companies, and discover the best places you can still buy made-from-scratch baked goods. Samples of bakery treats available.
Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale
Fri, May 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
Book sale - Open to Friends Members from 5-7 pm Purchase membership at the door!
Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale
Sat, May 02, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
Open to the Public 9am-3pm
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, May 02, 9:30am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, May 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale
Sun, May 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
Open to the Public 1-3 pm Bag Sale! Fill up a provided bag for $4!
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, May 04, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(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.
Seniorcare Q&A with Healthcare Plus
Mon, May 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
A representative from Healthcare Plus will be on hand to answer all of your questions.
Chess Club
Mon, May 04, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 1-5) Whether you're a beginner or already know some chess, join us for a fun chess experience and the chance to make new friends with guidance from instructor Jenn Johnson.
Photography Club
Mon, May 04, 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.
Loteria
Mon, May 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
(Kids of all ages with adult) Bring your family and friends to play the Mexican version of Bingo.
Wiggle Worms
Tue, May 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(18 months - 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, May 05, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 05, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 05, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
Bob Ross Halfspeed Painting
Tue, May 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Follow Bob at half speed using acrylics on canvas! Once we start, there is no stopping us!
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 05, 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
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 05, 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, May 06, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
(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, May 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth- 6 years old with adult) An 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, May 06, 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, May 06, 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, May 06, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth- 6 years with adult) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs and activities in both languages.
Fraud Prevention
Wed, May 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Protect yourself from scammers! Learn about the different types of scams and what to do if you get scammed in this presentation from Heartland Bank of Plainfield.
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, May 07, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(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, May 07, 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, May 07, 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, May 07, 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, May 07, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
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
Fri, May 08, 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.
Potty Palooza
Fri, May 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Ages 2-4 with adult) Hop aboard the Potty Train! Little ones will get excited about ditching the diapers and seeing how much fun potty time can be through games, songs and more!
Crafts with Anabel
Fri, May 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Try a new craft for free, here at the library!
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Fri, May 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Fri, May 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, May 09, 9:30am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, May 11, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(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.
Chess Club
Mon, May 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 1-5) Whether you're a beginner or already know some chess, join us for a fun chess experience and the chance to make new friends with guidance from instructor Jenn Johnson.
Digital Media Studio Open House
Mon, May 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Everyone is welcome to see the creative services offered at Joliet Public Library's Digital Media Studio!
NextGen Lit Book Club
Mon, May 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Critical Grind Board Game Cafe - 852 Sharp Dr # L, Shorewood, IL 60404
20s and 30s Book Club
Joliet's Historic Hotels
Mon, May 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New venue OSB - Local History Room
Local Historian Anneta Drilling will be present to speak about the historic hotels of Joliet's past.
This event is full
Wiggle Worms
Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(18 months - 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, May 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 12, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 12, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
Movie Club (18+)
Tue, May 12, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Every month we will choose movies to watch and discuss at the next meeting. Think of it like a book club but with movies. We will discuss what we liked or didn't like about each film.
Zine Creation
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 6-12) Join us in learning all about zines and make your own! All materials will be provided by library.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 12, 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
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 12, 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, May 13, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
(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, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth- 6 years old with adult) An 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, May 13, 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.
Intro to 3D printing
Wed, May 13, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Wed, May 13, 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.
A Novel Creation with Ceramic Creations
Wed, May 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
Get ready for Summer Reading by painting a ceramic book that opens for hidden storage inside—perfect for your favorite little treasures!
This event is full
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth- 6 years with adult) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs and activities in both languages.
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, May 14, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(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, May 14, 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, May 14, 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, May 14, 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.
English Conversation Group
Fri, May 15, 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
Fri, May 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Fri, May 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, May 16, 9:30am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
Decluttering Your Family History
Sat, May 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
OSB - Local History Room
In this presentation you will learn how to keep what you need and get rid of what you don't when working on your family history.
So Tough: Pet Sounds at 60
Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Take a behind the scenes look at one of the most groundbreaking albums in American rock music.
Plant Swap
Sun, May 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Troy Township Office Parking Lot
Join the Troy Township 4th annual plant swap! Bring your plants, cuttings, seeds or plant accessories to share with others and make new plant friends!
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, May 18, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(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.
Chess Club
Mon, May 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 1-5) Whether you're a beginner or already know some chess, join us for a fun chess experience and the chance to make new friends with guidance from instructor Jenn Johnson.
Felt Corner Bookmarks
Mon, May 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
DMS
Create your own personalized bookmark out of felt!
This event is full
Morning Book Discussion Group
Tue, May 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
Start your day with great conversation and good books! Join our lively morning book group. Pick up your monthly selection at the Circulation Desk.
Wiggle Worms
Tue, May 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(18 months - 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.
Lawyers in the Library
Tue, May 19, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Meet with attorneys from Prairie State Legal Services during our Lawyers in the Library event. They can answer questions about a variety of civil legal matters. Registration is required through PSLS.
Register
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 19, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 19, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 19, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 19, 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
Video Game Club
Tue, May 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 1-8) Calling all video game fans, join us for Video Game Club. Play fun new multi-player video games. Try out our Virtual Reality Headsets. Fans of Pokémon can bring their Pokémon cards.
A Special Storytime with Chickens!
Tue, May 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(Kids of all ages with adult) We are egggs-tra egggs-ited about welcoming our new chickens to the library. Join us for a chicken themed storytime and craft and meet our new chickens!
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 19, 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
Babel-On with R.F. Kuang
Tue, May 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Join us for a discussion with "Katabasis" author R.F. Kuang
Register
Babel-On with R.F. Kuang
Tue, May 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Join us for a conversation with author R.F. Kuang
Register
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, May 20, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.
A Special Storytime with Chickens!
Wed, May 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Kids of all ages with adult) We are egggs-tra egggs-ited about welcoming our new chickens to the library. Join us for a chicken themed storytime and craft and meet the newly-hatched chickens!
Cancelled
One on One Tech Help
Wed, May 20, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
New venue Ottawa Street Branch
(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, May 20, 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.
FamilySearch Basics
Wed, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A
Learn how to create a FamilySearch account, recover a username or password, start building a Family Tree and understand privacy rules.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, May 20, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth- 6 years with adult) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs and activities in both languages.
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, May 21, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(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, May 21, 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, May 21, 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, May 21, 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.
Can I Pet that Dog?!
Thu, May 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Do you just want to drop in and pet some dogs? Stop by between 4:30 - 6pm! The Alliance of Therapy Dogs Team will be here with some of their specially trained furry friends for you to meet and pet!
Mexican Board Game Night
Thu, May 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades K+) Join us for a board game night featuring tradition and modern Mexican table games.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Board Room 208 (2nd Level)
Joliet Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
WriteOn Joliet
Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
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.
Maker's Guild - open session
Thu, May 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
This is an open-format club that encourages crafters and entrepreneurs to bring in their projects and plans. As well as bounce ideas off each other.
English Conversation Group
Fri, May 22, 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
Fri, May 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Fri, May 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, May 23, 9:30am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, May 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
Wiggle Worms
Tue, May 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(18 months - 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, May 26, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 26, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
Exam Cram
Tue, May 26, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 9-12) Stress less over finals at the library! You provide the study materials and we’ll provide space to study and have snacks and de-stressing activities available to keep you going.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 26, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 26, 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
Teen Volunteer Summer Reading Training
Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
Sign up for teen volunteer summer reading training. Learn how to distribute prizes and help library patrons with summer reading.
Register
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 26, 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, May 27, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
(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, May 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth- 6 years old with adult) An interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
Exam Cram
Wed, May 27, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 9-12) Stress less over finals at the library! You provide the study materials and we’ll provide space to study and have snacks and de-stressing activities available to keep you going.
Cancelled
One on One Tech Help
Wed, May 27, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Cancelled
One on One Tech Help
Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, May 27, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Board Room 208 (2nd Level)
(Birth- 6 years with adult) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs and activities in both languages.
Full Throttle Fiction Book Club
Wed, May 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Maurie's Table
This ain't your mama's book club
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, May 28, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(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, May 28, 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, May 28, 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, May 28, 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.
Exam Cram
Thu, May 28, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 9-12) Stress less over finals at the library! You provide the study materials and we’ll provide space to study and have snacks and de-stressing activities available to keep you going.
Junk Journaling Workshop
Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Digital Media Studio - Industrial Lab
Share in the joys of journaling, memory keeping, and stationery with other creatives, no experience necessary! Just bring your own journal. Optionally, bring stationery items you wish to swap!
Registration opens Tuesday, April 28 2026 at 9:00am
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