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From River to Canal

2025-03-15 14:00:00 2025-03-15 15:00:00 America/Chicago From River to Canal Historian Anneta Drilling will share her knowledge of how the DesPlaines River was transformed into the viable waterway OSB - Local History

Saturday, March 15
2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Local History

Historian Anneta Drilling will share her knowledge of how the DesPlaines River was transformed into the viable waterway

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Local History/Genealogy/Culture |

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Ottawa Street Branch

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Upcoming events

Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30

Mon, Jul 20, 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.

Family Field Trip:Slammers Stadium Tour

Mon, Jul 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Duly Health & Care Field - 1 Mayor Art Schultz Dr, Joliet

(Ages 4+ with adult) Get a behind-the-scenes tour of the Joliet Slammers stadium! Registration required for each person attending this event.

This event is full

Mon, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Grades 1-5) Bring your imagination and create your own unique piece of mosaic art!

Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

DMS

Make your very own fabulous feathered fan!

This event is full

Morning Book Discussion Group

Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A

Start your day with great conversation and good books! Join our lively morning book group. Pick up your monthly selection at the Circulation Desk.

Tue, Jul 21, 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.

Tue, Jul 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Black Road Branch - Lawn

(Kids of all ages with adult) Cool off in our "do it yourself" waterpark! We'll even have a waterslide!

Lawyers in the Library

Tue, Jul 21, 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.

Tue, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Black Road Branch - Lawn

(Kids of all ages with adult) Cool off in our "do it yourself" waterpark! We'll even have a waterslide!

One on One Tech Help

Tue, Jul 21, 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, Jul 21, 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.

This event is full

One on One Tech Help

Tue, Jul 21, 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.

This event is full

One on One Tech Help

Tue, Jul 21, 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, Jul 21, 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

Video Game Club

Tue, Jul 21, 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.

This event is full

Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30

Wed, Jul 22, 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.

Outdoor Family Storytime

Wed, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Joliet City Center - 91 N. Chicago St.

(Birth-6 years old with adult) Experience family storytime outside in Downtown Joliet’s brand new City Square! (In the event of inclement weather, storytime will be held inside the library.)

Summer Reading Buddies

Wed, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Grades PreK-3 with adult) Join the club and adopt your very own stuffie pet to take home and read to! We will meet 4 times bi-weekly for fun activities with our reading buddies.

Registration is now closed

One on One Tech Help

Wed, Jul 22, 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.

This event is full

One on One Tech Help

Wed, Jul 22, 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.

This event is full

Unique Glitter Bookmark

Wed, Jul 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C

(Grades 6-8) Create unique bookmarks with tape, glitter and glue. Make one for you and gift a friend with your creation.

Bilingual Storytime

Wed, Jul 22, 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.

Cancelled

Full Throttle Fiction Book Club

Wed, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

This ain't your mama's book club.

Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30

Thu, Jul 23, 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.

Cancelled

One on One Tech Help

Thu, Jul 23, 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.

Play With Your Food

Thu, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)

(Ages 2-6) Unwrap the "tortilla-ly" fun journey of this Mexican staple from farm to table. Explore the story behind the tortilla as we mix, make, y mas!

This event is full

Cancelled

One on One Tech Help

Thu, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

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, Jul 23, 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.

Perler Bead Creations

Thu, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B

(Grades K-8) Show off your skills as you make Perler bead art. We’ll bring the supplies, you bring the inspiration.

This event is full

Family Paint ‘n Sip: Toy Story

Thu, Jul 23, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)

(Grades K+ with adult) “You’ve got a friend in me!” Have the family learn how to paint everyone’s favorite Toy Story friend!

This event is full

Puzzle Pandemonium

Thu, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A

Get ready to join the pandemonium and race against the clock for a chance to win a prize!

Lets Play! Jackbox Party Pack 3

Thu, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B

(Grades 9-12) Come play some online games with us from Jackbox Party Pack 3! Smartphones are required to play.

Purr & Pose: Kitten Yoga (Adult Only)

Thu, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

Learn gentle yoga poses focused on staying on the floor to optimize roaming kitten cuddle sessions. A great way to reduce stress, increase happiness, and help a furry friend in need!

This event is full

Outdoor Family Storytime

Fri, Jul 24, 9:30am - 10:00am

Black Road Branch - Lawn

(Birth-6 years with adult) Experience storytime outside! Bring a blanket or chairs to sit on. Weather permitting. Check back here for updates.

English Conversation Group

Fri, Jul 24, 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.

JPL On-the-Go: Monarch Mania

Fri, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Preservation Park - 710 Taylor St Joliet, IL 60435

(Kids of all ages with adult) Erin Noon, Environmental Educator for Will County's Land Use Department, will be educating us on everything monarch and how our land use affects them.

Intro to 3D printing

Fri, Jul 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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.

Crafts with Anabel

Fri, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

Try a new craft for free, here at the library!

This event is full

Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30

Mon, Jul 27, 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.

Mon, Jul 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C

(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.

A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns about Falls

Tue, Jul 28, 10:00am - 11:30am

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B

Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels.

Tue, Jul 28, 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.

Tue, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C

(Ages 3+ with adult) Craft together as a family! Drop in for a make and take craft.

One on One Tech Help

Tue, Jul 28, 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, Jul 28, 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.

This event is full

One on One Tech Help

Tue, Jul 28, 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.

This event is full

One on One Tech Help

Tue, Jul 28, 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, Jul 28, 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, Jul 29, 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.

Outdoor Family Storytime

Wed, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Joliet City Center - 91 N. Chicago St.

(Birth-6 years old with adult) Experience family storytime outside in Downtown Joliet’s brand new City Square! (In the event of inclement weather, storytime will be held inside the library.)

One on One Tech Help

Wed, Jul 29, 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.

This event is full

One on One Tech Help

Wed, Jul 29, 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.

This event is full

Bilingual Storytime

Wed, Jul 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.

Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30

Thu, Jul 30, 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, Jul 30, 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, Jul 30, 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

Library Field Day

Thu, Jul 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)

(Grades K-5) Get ready to play! Join us for an unforgettable day of fun and games.

One on One Tech Help

Thu, Jul 30, 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.

Ready for Kindergarten

Thu, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C

(Ages 4-5 with adult) Experience what you can expect when you go to school for the first time. We will have a pretend class and practice some skills needed for your first day.

Baby Yoda Escape Room

Thu, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)

(Grades 6-12) Travel to a galaxy far far away and work with the Mandalorian to try and rescue everyone's favorite little guy, Baby Yoda aka Grogu in this fun library escape room!

Junk Journaling Workshop

Thu, Jul 30, 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!

Outdoor Family Storytime

Fri, Jul 31, 9:30am - 10:00am

Black Road Branch - Lawn

(Birth-6 years with adult) Experience storytime outside! Bring a blanket or chairs to sit on. Weather permitting. Check back here for updates.

English Conversation Group

Fri, Jul 31, 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.

Sat, Aug 01, 10:00am - 3:00pm

City Square - 105 N. Chicago St, Joliet

(Kids of all ages with adult) Join us for a day of fun with other organizations in Downtown Joliet! Stop by our booth and say hi to learn more about the library.

Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30

Mon, Aug 03, 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.

Photography Club

Mon, Aug 03, 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.

Mon, Aug 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

OSB - Local History Room

Learn about the architect in his portrayer's words.

Tue, Aug 04, 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.

Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C

(Kids of all ages with adult) Bring the whole family to the library for a few games of Bingo. Lots of prizes will be won!

One on One Tech Help

Tue, Aug 04, 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, Aug 04, 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.

This event is full

One on One Tech Help

Tue, Aug 04, 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, Aug 04, 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.

Bob Ross Paint Along - Slowed

Tue, Aug 04, 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, Aug 04, 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, Aug 05, 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.

Outdoor Family Storytime

Wed, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Joliet City Center - 91 N. Chicago St.

(Birth-6 years old with adult) Experience family storytime outside in Downtown Joliet’s brand new City Square! (In the event of inclement weather, storytime will be held inside the library.)

All By Myself - School Preparedness

Wed, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)

(Ages 4-6) Will your child be new to school this fall? This program is designed for kids to work together on basic skills without their caregiver present.

One on One Tech Help

Wed, Aug 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.

This event is full

One on One Tech Help

Wed, Aug 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.

This event is full

Wed, Aug 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C

(Ages 5 and up with adult) Come to the library and get creative building your own creations! The library will supply Lego™ bricks.

Bilingual Storytime

Wed, Aug 05, 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.

JPL On-The-Go: Storywalks

Wed, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Kendall Ridge Park

(All ages) Join us for this summer’s Traveling StoryWalks, where you can enjoy a walk in the park, read an engaging story, make a fun craft and cool off with a frozen treat!

English for Beginners-High Beginners

Wed, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch

(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

Wed, Aug 05, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

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.

Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30

Thu, Aug 06, 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, Aug 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, Aug 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.

Thu, Aug 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Ages 5+ with adult) Come to the library and get creative building your own creations! The library will supply Lego™ bricks.

One on One Tech Help

Thu, Aug 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.

Thu, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A

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.

Purr & Pose: Kitten Yoga (Adult Only)

Thu, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C

Learn gentle yoga poses focused on staying on the floor to optimize roaming kitten cuddle sessions. A great way to reduce stress, increase happiness, and help a furry friend in need!

Rescheduled

Crafts with Anabel

Fri, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

New date Friday, August 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch

Try a new craft for free, here at the library!

Sat, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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.

Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30

Mon, Aug 10, 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.

NextGen Lit Book Club

Mon, Aug 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Critical Grind Board Game Cafe - 852 Sharp Dr # L, Shorewood, IL 60404

20s and 30s Book Club

Tue, Aug 11, 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.

Tue, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C

(Ages 3+ with adult) Craft together as a family! Drop in for a make and take craft.

Mexican Board Game Night

Tue, Aug 11, 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.

Movie Club (18+)

Tue, Aug 11, 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.

One on One Tech Help

Tue, Aug 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.

One on One Tech Help

Tue, Aug 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

Intro to 3D printing

Tue, Aug 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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.

Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30

Wed, Aug 12, 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.

Outdoor Family Storytime

Wed, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Joliet City Center - 91 N. Chicago St.

(Birth-6 years old with adult) Experience family storytime outside in Downtown Joliet’s brand new City Square! (In the event of inclement weather, storytime will be held inside the library.)

Wed, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)

(Kids of all ages with adult) Bring the whole family to the library for a few games of Bingo. Lots of prizes will be won!

One on One Tech Help

Wed, Aug 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.

This event is full

One on One Tech Help

Wed, Aug 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.

This event is full

Bilingual Storytime

Wed, Aug 12, 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.

English for Beginners-High Beginners

Wed, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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.

English for Intermediate-Advanced

Wed, Aug 12, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

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.

Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30

Thu, Aug 13, 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.

Cancelled

One on One Tech Help

Thu, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

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, Aug 13, 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.

Digital Media Studio Open House

Thu, Aug 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch

Everyone is welcome to see the creative services offered at Joliet Public Library's Digital Media Studio!

Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)

(Grades K-5 with adult) Explore the summer night sky through stories, crafts and hands-on activities.

English Conversation Group

Fri, Aug 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.

Creativity Connections

Fri, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

Learn new skills and make friends through the joy of creating! Sponsored by Catholic Charities.

Rescheduled

Crafts with Anabel

Fri, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

New date Friday, July 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch

Try a new craft for free, here at the library!

English for Beginners-High Beginners

Fri, Aug 14, 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, Aug 14, 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.

Rescheduled

English for Beginners-High Beginners

Sat, Aug 15, 9:30am - 10:30am

New date Wednesday, August 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch

(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.

Rescheduled

English for Intermediate-Advanced

Sat, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

New date Wednesday, August 12, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch

(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.

Joliet History Discussion Group

Sat, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

OSB - Local History Room

Discussions are of Joliet History. Topics of discussiuon are chosen by group members.

Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30

Mon, Aug 17, 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.

Miniature Decorative Bookshelf

Mon, Aug 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

DMS

Make a mini bookshelf complete with miniature books!

This event is full

Morning Book Discussion Group

Tue, Aug 18, 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.

Tue, Aug 18, 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, Aug 18, 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.

One on One Tech Help

Tue, Aug 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.

One on One Tech Help

Tue, Aug 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.

This event is full

Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30

Wed, Aug 19, 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.

Outdoor Family Storytime

Wed, Aug 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Joliet City Center - 91 N. Chicago St.

(Birth-6 years old with adult) Experience family storytime outside in Downtown Joliet’s brand new City Square! (In the event of inclement weather, storytime will be held inside the library.)

One on One Tech Help

Wed, Aug 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.

This event is full

One on One Tech Help

Wed, Aug 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.

This event is full

Bilingual Storytime

Wed, Aug 19, 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.

English for Beginners-High Beginners

Wed, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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.

Comic Book Creation Club

Wed, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Sound Room A

Help create a comic to be distributed at the library

English for Intermediate-Advanced

Wed, Aug 19, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

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.