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Taylor Swift's Literary Lyrics
2025-03-27 18:30:00 2025-03-27 19:30:00 America/Chicago Taylor Swift's Literary Lyrics Take a deep dive into the many literary references in some of Taylor's most beloved songs. Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

Thursday, March 27
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-27 18:30:00 2025-03-27 19:30:00 America/Chicago Taylor Swift's Literary Lyrics Take a deep dive into the many literary references in some of Taylor's most beloved songs. Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

Ottawa Street Branch

McGuire Room 109

Take a deep dive into the many literary references in some of Taylor's most beloved songs.

Taylor Swift is one of the biggest pop stars in the world. Her songs cover the full emotional spectrum, from love and friendship to heartbreak and grief, but did you know many also contain literary references? Join presenter Jez Layman as she explores Taylor’s reading shelf through her discography, including The Great Gatsby, Pablo Neruda, Robert Frost, Sylvia Plath, Emily Dickinson, and more. (Reading list included!)

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Reading and Writing | Movies and Entertainment |

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Ottawa Street Branch
Phone: 815-740-2660
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English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Mar 08, 9:30am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1,Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
Registration is now closed
Dress Giveaway
Sat, Mar 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E
(Grades 9-12) Clean out your closet and shop ours! Donate dresses, shoes and accessories and get a VIP pass for early access.
Family Field Trip
Sat, Mar 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
Inwood Ice Arena - 3000 W. Jefferson St, Joliet
(Grades K and up with adult) Get a behind the scenes look at everything from the Zamboni machine to ice skates as we tour the newly renovated ice arena.
Registration is now closed
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, Mar 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1,Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
Registration is now closed
The Loop Lounge
Sat, Mar 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Calling all needle-workers 18 and up. Bring a work in progress or start a new one in the company of other stitchers. Note: This is not a class format
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Mar 10, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) Toddler Time is a story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories, songs and a simple craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, Mar 10, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, Mar 10, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Mon, Mar 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. Limit your signups to 2 sessions per day.
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Healthy Cents
Mon, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
This set of classes will cover topics such as saving money at the grocery store, container gardening, and making healthy food choices.
Lego ™ Robotics
Mon, Mar 10, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 6-8) Use Lego™ Spike Prime sets to build and code real robots.
Lego ™ Club
Mon, Mar 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 5 and up with adult) The library will supply Lego™ bricks for free play and the occasional challenge! Are you up for it? Seating is limited.
NextGen Lit Book Club
Mon, Mar 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E
20s and 30s Book Club
Bookmaking 101: Open Edge Journals
Mon, Mar 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
DMS
Learn how to make your very own personal journal!
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 18 months to 4 years with adult) Meet new friends in our music and play program! We will be shaking our wiggles out and using our imagination through hands-on play.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Tue, Mar 11, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. Limit your signups to 2 sessions per day.
Register
Easy Origami
Tue, Mar 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 3-8) Fold pieces of paper into flowers and animals, or even your favorite characters.
This event is full
Healthy Cents
Tue, Mar 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
This set of classes will cover topics such as saving money at the grocery store, container gardening, and making healthy food choices.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
It's Almost Spring Digital Flower Painting
Tue, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DMS
Celebrate the (almost) start of spring by painting your favorite flowers on our drawing tablets.
This event is full
Cancelled
"It's Almost Spring!" Flower Painting
Tue, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Digital Media Studio - Industrial Lab
Celebrate the (almost) start of spring by painting your favorite flowers on mini canvases with acrylic paint.
Family Storytime
Tue, Mar 11, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, Mar 12, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.
Family Storytime
Wed, Mar 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Wed, Mar 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. Limit your signups to 2 sessions per day.
Register
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 12, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Children of all ages) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.
Nippersink Rogues Irish Band
Wed, Mar 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
Get into the St. Patrick's Day spirit with the rousing music of the Nippersink Rogues Irish Band!
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Mar 13, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs in a group environment with a craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
March Madness: Dunking Competition
Thu, Mar 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 9-12) Channel your inner Michael Jordan! Compete against other teens to see who is best in this fun Dunking Basketball competition! Winner will receive a $15 gift card.
Cancelled
RAILS Advocacy Committee Meeting
Thu, Mar 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
RAILS Advocacy Committee Meeting FY2025
Can I Pet that Dog?!
Thu, Mar 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Do you just want to drop in and pet some dogs? Stop by between 4 - 5:30pm! The Alliance of Therapy Dogs Team will be here with some of their specially trained furry friends for you to meet and pet!
Stay and Play
Fri, Mar 14, 10:00am - 11:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Ages 0-3 with adult) Join us monthly for a little library playdate. Pop in and let the kids play while you catch up on adult conversation and make your own friends.
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Mar 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.
Wits Workout for Seniors
Fri, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
If you are age 60 or older, join us for this brain health program using a "workout" themed approach brought to you by Catholic Charities.
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Mar 15, 9:30am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
Pot O' Gold Hunt
Sat, Mar 15, 11:00am - 11:45am
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Ages 3-8 with adult) Feeling lucky? Bring the wee lads and lassies to join us as we search the library for a hidden pot of gold! Irish crafts and leprechaun jigs included!
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, Mar 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
From River to Canal
Sat, Mar 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
OSB - Local History
Historian Anneta Drilling will share her knowledge of how the DesPlaines River was transformed into the viable waterway
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Mar 17, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) Toddler Time is a story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories, songs and a simple craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, Mar 17, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, Mar 17, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Mon, Mar 17, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. Limit your signups to 2 sessions per day.
Register
Healthy Cents
Mon, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
This set of classes will cover topics such as saving money at the grocery store, container gardening, and making healthy food choices.
Maker Monday
Mon, Mar 17, 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.
Morning Book Discussion Group
Tue, Mar 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
Share your love of reading with this lively book group!  There is a morning and evening session each month.  Books can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 18 months to 4 years with adult) Meet new friends in our music and play program! We will be shaking our wiggles out and using our imagination through hands-on play.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Homeschool Hangout
Tue, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Ages 5-12 with adult) Come hang out at the Library! Meet other homeschoolers and do a new activity each month. January - Craft February - Perler Beads March - Marble Run April - Poetry Party
Intro to 3D printing
Tue, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Learn about the basics of 3D printing and entry points into the craft. We will also discuss also basic maintenance and troubleshooting. This course focuses on filament, however resin is addressed.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Tue, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. Limit your signups to 2 sessions per day.
Register
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Family Storytime
Tue, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
Pokémon Meetup
Tue, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 1-8) Calling all Pokémon fans! Bring your cards to play or just hang out and discuss your favorite characters. We will have Pokémon activities and a craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 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, Mar 19, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.
Family Storytime
Wed, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Wed, Mar 19, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. Limit your signups to 2 sessions per day.
Register
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 19, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 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.
Food: A Poetry Writing Workshop
Wed, Mar 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E
Join our dynamic writing workshops designed to spark creativity and foster new ideas with Poet Laureate of Joliet, Uxmar Torres. This program is open to English and Spanish speakers/writers.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Children of all ages) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.
Rock Painting
Wed, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch
Make a cute pet rock to take home or share!
Evening Book Discussion Group
Wed, Mar 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F
Share your love of reading with this lively book group!  There is a morning and evening session each month.  Books can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.
Bingo!
Wed, Mar 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Wait for your numbers to be called and try to win prizes!
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Mar 20, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs in a group environment with a craft.
Stay and Play
Thu, Mar 20, 9:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 0-3 with adult) Join us monthly for a little library playdate. Pop in and let the kids play while you catch up on adult conversation and make your own friends.
Cancelled
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 20, 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, Mar 20, 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, Mar 20, 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 @ BRB
Thu, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. Limit your signups to 2 sessions per day.
Register
WriteOn Joliet on Zoom
Thu, Mar 20, 5:45pm - 8:30pm
Online
(Zoom Meeting) Join WriteOn members in a safe, comfortable and supportive atmosphere to share your work, and constructive feedback so that everyone can benefit from our shared knowledge.
Joliet Public Library - Board of Trustees Meeting
Thu, Mar 20, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
Joliet Public Library - Board of Trustees Meeting
9to5: The Story of a Movement
Fri, Mar 21, All day
Online
Watch the award winning documentary from the comfort of your home!
Register
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Mar 21, 10:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
(Adults, registration required) Practice your English in a small group setting. Build your vocabulary, learn common phrases and build your confidence in expressing yourself by talking to others.
Potty Palooza
Fri, Mar 21, 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!
Wits Workout for Seniors
Fri, Mar 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
If you are age 60 or older, join us for this brain health program using a "workout" themed approach brought to you by Catholic Charities.
Pajama Party
Fri, Mar 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Children of all ages with adult) Come in your jammies and enjoy some after hours sleepover party fun before heading home to bed!
9to5: The Story of a Movement
Sat, Mar 22, All day
Online
Watch the award winning documentary from the comfort of your home!
Register
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Mar 22, 9:30am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
This event is full
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, Mar 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
9to5: The Story of a Movement
Sun, Mar 23, All day
Online
Watch the award winning documentary from the comfort of your home!
Register
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Mar 24, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) Toddler Time is a story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories, songs and a simple craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, Mar 24, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, Mar 24, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Mon, Mar 24, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. Limit your signups to 2 sessions per day.
Register
March Madness Dunking Competition
Mon, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades K-8) Channel your inner Michael Jordan! Compete to see who is best in this fun Dunking Basketball competition! Winner will receive a prize. Only children participating should be registered.
The Art of Illuminated Letters
Mon, Mar 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
New venue Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E
Learn how to make an illuminated letter!
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 18 months to 4 years with adult) Meet new friends in our music and play program! We will be shaking our wiggles out and using our imagination through hands-on play.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Bingo
Tue, Mar 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Children of all ages with adult) Join us for a fun hour of BINGO!
Stuffed Animal Sleepover Drop Off
Tue, Mar 25, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Children of all ages) What happens when the library lights go out? Drop off your animal, doll, or action figure to explore the night world of the library!
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Tue, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. Limit your signups to 2 sessions per day.
Register
Robot Rally
Tue, Mar 25, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Grades 1-3) Learn basic coding principles while working with adorable robots.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 25, 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.
Voice Over: Learn and Practice!
Tue, Mar 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Digital Media Studio
Learn the basics of recording voice over projects in a group setting! Participants will learn basic microphone techniques for mock radio dramas, advertisements, & podcasts!
Family Storytime
Tue, Mar 25, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
Clue Escape Room
Tue, Mar 25, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 7-12) Get ready to solve a murder and escape in this fun escape room based on everyone’s favorite mystery board game, Clue.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 25, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Clue Escape Room
Tue, Mar 25, 7:30pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 7-12) Get ready to solve a murder and escape in this fun escape room based on everyone’s favorite mystery board game, Clue.
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, Mar 26, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover Pick Up
Wed, Mar 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Children of all ages) Reunite with your stuffed animal as you enjoy a morning snack while watching a slideshow featuring pictures of their overnight adventures!
Family Storytime
Wed, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Wed, Mar 26, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. Limit your signups to 2 sessions per day.
Register
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 26, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Children of all ages) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.
Play a D&D Adventure!
Wed, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F
(Grades 6-12) Join us for a one-time Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition adventure.
History of the Blues Brothers
Wed, Mar 26, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E
Join Gregory Alexander - aka Professor Moptop of Chicago's 93XRT - as he delves into the duo's Saturday Night Live appearances, the film, and albums.
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Mar 27, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs in a group environment with a craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Bingo
Thu, Mar 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Children of all ages with adult) Join us for a fun hour of BINGO!
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Thu, Mar 27, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. Limit your signups to 2 sessions per day.
Register
Pokemon Meetup
Thu, Mar 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E
(Grades 1-8) 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.
Taylor Swift's Literary Lyrics
Thu, Mar 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Take a deep dive into the many literary references in some of Taylor's most beloved songs.
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Mar 28, 10:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
(Adults, registration required) Practice your English in a small group setting. Build your vocabulary, learn common phrases and build your confidence in expressing yourself by talking to others.
Wits Workout for Seniors
Fri, Mar 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
If you are age 60 or older, join us for this brain health program using a "workout" themed approach brought to you by Catholic Charities.
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Mar 29, 9:30am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
This event is full
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, Mar 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
Dave DiNaso's Traveling World of Reptiles
Sat, Mar 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Kids of all ages with adult) Join us for this up-close, live, hands-on experience featuring reptiles and amphibians from around the world.
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Mar 31, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) Toddler Time is a story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories, songs and a simple craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, Mar 31, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, Mar 31, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Whooose Bones?
Mon, Mar 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 2-6) Join us as a teacher from the Forest Preserve District of Will County turns the library into a forensic lab for dissecting and reconstructing the mystery of owl pellets.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Mon, Mar 31, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. Limit your signups to 2 sessions per day.
Register
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Apr 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Apr 01, 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 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Apr 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Indoor Playground
Tue, Apr 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Grades K-5) Let’s move at the library! Join us for an indoor obstacle course, jump rope, hula hoops and other fun movement activities.
Robot Adventures
Tue, Apr 01, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Grades 4-6) Code our robots for special missions and games.
Squishy Stress Balls
Tue, Apr 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 7-12) Choose between 12 fun designs and personalize your own Jumbo Squishy Stress Ball.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Apr 01, 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.
Family Storytime
Tue, Apr 01, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Apr 01, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, Apr 02, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.
Family Storytime
Wed, Apr 02, 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.
Structure Superstars
Wed, Apr 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E
(Grades 1-5) Join us for a STEM building challenge!
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Apr 02, 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, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Lego ™ Club
Wed, Apr 02, 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.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Apr 02, 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.
Yoga Mat Carrier
Wed, Apr 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E
Easy Yoga mat carrier
This event is full
Pop-up Tattoo Parlor
Thu, Apr 03, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services Department
(Children of all ages) Stop by the Youth Desk at Black Road and get “tatted up” with temporary tattoos!
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Apr 03, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs in a group environment with a craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Apr 03, 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, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Homeschool Hangout
Thu, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 5-12 with adult) Come hang out at the Library! Meet other homeschoolers and do a new activity each month.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Apr 03, 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, Apr 03, 5:45pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
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.
Wings and Talons
Thu, Apr 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
Come experience the majestic presence of two beautiful birds of prey with trained handlers from nonprofit Wings and Talons.
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Apr 04, 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.
After Hours Team Games
Fri, Apr 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Grades 6-12) Have you ever thought about playing hide-and-seek in the library? Now’s your chance! Join us for fun games in this after hours program.
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Apr 05, 9:30am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
This event is full
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, Apr 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
The Loop Lounge
Sat, Apr 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Calling all needle-workers 18 and up. Bring a work in progress or start a new one in the company of other stitchers. Note: This is not a class format
Remote Control Cars
Sun, Apr 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Ages 3-10) Join us for a fun hour of car activities. Bring your own Remote Control car or borrow one from us and race around with others!
Tortured Poet Packs
Mon, Apr 07, All day
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Grades 6-12) Inspiration strikes, and you need to write a poem! No worries. You will be prepared for any poetry emergency once you assemble your own Tortured Poet Pack. Pick up between April 7-11.
Registration opens Monday, March 10 2025 at 9:00am
Tortured Poet Packs
Mon, Apr 07, All day
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Grades 6-12) Inspiration strikes, and you need to write a poem! No worries. You will be prepared for any poetry emergency once you assemble your own Tortured Poet Pack. Pick up between April 7-11.
Registration opens Monday, March 10 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Apr 07, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) Toddler Time is a story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories, songs and a simple craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, Apr 07, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, Apr 07, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Lego ™ Robotics
Mon, Apr 07, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 6-8) Use Lego™ Spike Prime sets to build and code real robots.
Registration opens Monday, March 10 2025 at 9:00am
Photography Club
Mon, Apr 07, 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.
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