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Registration opens:
January 21st, 2025

Homeschool Hangout
2025-02-18 13:00:00 2025-02-18 14:00:00 America/Chicago Homeschool Hangout (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 Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D, Meeting Room E, Meeting Room F

Tuesday, February 18
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-18 13:00:00 2025-02-18 14:00:00 America/Chicago Homeschool Hangout (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 Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D, Meeting Room E, Meeting Room F

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

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts and Crafts |

TAGS: | imagination | homeschool |

Black Road Branch

Phone: 815-740-2660
Hours

Today's hours

We're open 1:00PM to 5:00PM

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

Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Sun, Jan 19, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.
Register
Rescheduled
Bookmaking 101: Japanese Stab Binding
Mon, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Monday, January 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
DMS
Make your very own little booklet using the stab binding method!
Morning Book Discussion Group
Tue, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 18 months to 4 years with adult) Meet new friends in our music and play program! We will be shaking our wiggles out and using our imagination through hands-on play.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Ages 5-12 with adult) Come hang out at the Library! Meet other homeschoolers and do a new activity each month. January - Craft February - Perler Beads March - Marble Run April - Poetry Party
This event is full
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Tue, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.
Register
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Tue, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register
Intro to 3D printing
Tue, Jan 21, 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
Tue, Jan 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.
South American Carnaval Storytime
Tue, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Grades Pre-K-3) Celebrate the South American tradition of Carnaval! There will be special stories, various activities and a craft!
Pokémon Meetup
Tue, Jan 21, 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, Jan 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.
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Jan 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Jan 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.
Junior Book Club
Wed, Jan 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F
(Grades K-2) We will read a book together, discuss, and do activities and a craft that go along with the title.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Jan 22, 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.
Money Matters
Wed, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Learn about budgeting, fraud prevention and credit in this class by Heartland Bank of Plainfield.
Comic Book Creation Club
Wed, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Sound Room A
Work with other likeminded creators to develop your very own comic book
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Wed, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.
Register
Evening Book Discussion Group
Wed, Jan 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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.
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Jan 23, 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, Jan 23, 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, Jan 23, 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, Jan 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Thu, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.
Register
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Thu, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register
Artemis Program
Thu, Jan 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
Dayna Ise, Director of the Mars Campaign Office and native of Joliet presents on the Artemis Program, sending the first woman and person of color to the moon, and continued exploration of Mars.
Love and Laughs with Michelle Buteau
Thu, Jan 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Join comedian, actress, and producer Michelle Buteau in conversation with Greta Johnsen.
Register
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Jan 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.
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Jan 25, 9:30am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
Books and Brunch
Sat, Jan 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 9-12) Looking for the next best teen book? Get amazing recommendations on your next favorite teen reads and eat some goodies! All attendees will be entered to win a special raffle basket.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, Jan 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Sun, Jan 26, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.
Register
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 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, Jan 27, 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 @ OSB
Mon, Jan 27, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.
Register
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Mon, Jan 27, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register
Space Robots
Mon, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level),Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 3-8) Your mission: help our robots explore space! We’ll be engineering solutions and coding with real robots.
Puzzle Party
Mon, Jan 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades K-8) Come explore all kinds of different puzzles and maybe even make one to bring home!
Bookmaking 101: Japanese Stab Binding
Mon, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Make your very own little booklet using the stab binding method!
This event is full
DIY: Craft Your Own Exoplanet
Mon, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
Create Your Own Exoplanet! Join us at the library for a fun DIY crafting session where you can design your own unique exoplanet using provided art supplies.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 18 months to 4 years with adult) Meet new friends in our music and play program! We will be shaking our wiggles out and using our imagination through hands-on play.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Tue, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register
Robot Rally
Tue, Jan 28, 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.
Dog Man Party
Tue, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 1-8) Calling all Supa Buddies to join us to celebrate Dog Man with crafts, games and activities. Only children participating should be registered.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Jan 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.
Voice Over: Learn and Practice!
Tue, Jan 28, 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!
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Tue, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.
Register
Family Storytime
Tue, Jan 28, 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, Jan 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.
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, Jan 29, 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, Jan 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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Wed, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Jan 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Jan 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.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Jan 29, 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.
Crochet 101
Wed, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
Make a cute bookmark in this beginner crochet class! All materials will be provided. 
This event is full
DIY: Craft Your Own Exoplanet
Wed, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Create Your Own Exoplanet! Join us at the library for a fun DIY crafting session where you can design your own unique exoplanet using provided art supplies.
Microsoft Excel, Part One
Wed, Jan 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F
Learn the basics of Excel: the ribbon, moving between cells, copy/paste cells and columns.
Networking Night (Ottawa Street Branch) 18+
Wed, Jan 29, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Are you creative? Do you want to meet like minded people? This is the place for you! Show off what you're working on and see what others in the area are creating as well. All creatives are welcome!
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Jan 30, 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, Jan 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Jan 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Jan 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.
Perler Bead Exoplanets
Thu, Jan 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 7-12.) Make your own Exoplanet out of Perler beads.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Thu, Jan 30, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in reading and math. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. If you need to cancel, call 815-740-2662.
Register
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ BRB
Thu, Jan 30, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register
Family Field Trip
Thu, Jan 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Joliet Junior College Planetarium - F Building - 1215 Houbolt Rd, Joliet, IL 60431
(Ages 4+ with adult)  Take a trip through space at the Joliet Junior College Planetarium. Please arrive five minutes early. Registration is required for each person attending.
This event is full
Puppy Yoga
Thu, Jan 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Learn gentle yoga poses focused on staying on the floor to optimize roaming puppy cuddle sessions. A great way to reduce stress, increase happiness, and help a furry friend in need!
This event is full
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Jan 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.
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Feb 01, 9:30am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1,Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
This event is full
National Take Your Child to the Library Day
Sat, Feb 01, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Children of all ages with adult) Bring your child to the library for a day of fun!
National Take Your Child to the Library Day
Sat, Feb 01, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Children of all ages with adult) Bring your child to the library for a day of fun!
Paws to Read
Sat, Feb 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Children of all ages) Drop in to read to your new furry friend! Licensed therapy dogs will be on hand to listen to books, enjoy hugs and give lots and lots of love!
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, Feb 01, 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.
Paws to Read
Sat, Feb 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Children of all ages) Drop in to read to your new furry friend! Licensed therapy dogs will be on hand to listen to books, enjoy hugs and give lots and lots of love!
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Feb 03, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) Toddler Time is a story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories, songs and a simple craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, Feb 03, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Mon, Feb 03, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Lego ™ Robotics
Mon, Feb 03, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 6-8) Use Lego™ Spike Prime sets to build and code real robots.
Photography Club
Mon, Feb 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
This group meets every month to share, learn and network with other creatives. This group will do outings, meetups, shoot in the greenscreen room and share techniques.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Feb 04, 10:30am - 11:15am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 18 months to 4 years with adult) Meet new friends in our music and play program! We will be shaking our wiggles out and using our imagination through hands-on play.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 04, 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.
Robot Adventures
Tue, Feb 04, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Grades 4-6) Code our robots for special missions and games.
Crocheting 101
Tue, Feb 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 7-12) Get hooked on a new hobby and learn to crochet at the library. All levels of skill are welcome.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 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 Painting
Tue, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DMS
Follow Bob in real time using acrylics on canvas.
Family Storytime
Tue, Feb 04, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 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.
An Evening With James McBride
Tue, Feb 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Illinois Libraries Present James McBride, an award-winning author, musician, and screenwriter.
Register
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, Feb 05, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Feb 05, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Lego ™ Club
Wed, Feb 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Ages 5 and up with adult) The library will supply Lego™ bricks for free play and the occasional challenge! Are you up for it? Seating is limited.
Self Love: A Poetry Writing Workshop
Wed, Feb 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Join our dynamic writing workshops designed to spark creativity and foster new ideas with Poet Laureate of Joliet, Uxmar Torres. This program is open to English and Spanish speakers/writers.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Children of all ages) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.
Money Matters
Wed, Feb 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
Come and increase your financial knowledge! In this class led by Heartland Bank of Plainfield, you’ll learn about budgeting, fraud prevention, and understanding credit.
Microsoft Excel, Part Two
Wed, Feb 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E
Learn more techniques such as sort and filter, using formulas, adding and formatting graphs, tables, and more.
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Feb 06, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs in a group environment with a craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Feb 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, Feb 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Homeschool Hangout
Thu, Feb 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 5-12 with adult) Come hang out at the Library! Meet other homeschoolers and do a new activity each month.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Feb 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.
Reading Rangers Book Club
Thu, Feb 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F
(Grades 2-4) Join us to discuss the book and do a fun activity. Please pick up (and read) the book prior to the program. Available at Black Road Youth once registered.
WriteOn Joliet
Thu, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F
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.
Stay and Play
Fri, Feb 07, 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, Feb 07, 10:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
(Adults, registration required) Practice your English in a small group setting. Build your vocabulary, learn common phrases and build your confidence in expressing yourself by talking to others.
Creativity Connections
Fri, Feb 07, 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.
Valentine's Day Card Making
Fri, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
DMS
Make beautiful Valentine’s Day cards for the upcoming holiday!
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Feb 08, 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, Feb 08, 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.
Touchdown Time
Sat, Feb 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Kids of all ages with adult) Are you ready for some football? Get ready for the big game with games, crafts and fun! Only children participating need to be registered.
Lincoln's Funeral Train
Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
OSB - Local History Room
Historian Anneta Drilling will relay some information about the route of the Lincoln Funeral Train.
The Loop Lounge
Sat, Feb 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
The Legacy of Ida B. Wells
Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online
Dan Duster, the great grandson of landmark activist and feminist Ida B. Wells, will share more about the work of his ancestor, and how her legacy still is an important and inspiring force today.
Register
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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.
Maker Monday
Mon, Feb 10, 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.
Lego ™ Club
Mon, Feb 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, Feb 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E
20s and 30s Book Club
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:15am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 18 months to 4 years with adult) Meet new friends in our music and play program! We will be shaking our wiggles out and using our imagination through hands-on play.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Family Storytime
Tue, Feb 11, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
Love is Gross
Tue, Feb 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 6-8) Are valentines not your thing? Join us for an evening of our grossest activities from cockroach painting to booger slime! Eww!
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, Feb 12, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.
Family Storytime
Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
Homeschool Hangout: Explore Exoplanets Edition
Wed, Feb 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services Department
(Children of all ages with adult) Come hang out at the Library! Meet other homeschoolers and to go through our Explore Exoplanets: Discover Alien Worlds exhibit and scavenger hunt together.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Feb 12, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Space Explorers
Wed, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades K-5) How do scientists explore space without leaving earth? Find out about some tools of the trade and design your own planets in an event that is out of this world!
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Children of all ages) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.
OSB Musician's Club 16+
Wed, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Local musicians of all levels Local musicians of all levels are welcomed to join in, share and create. The Joliet Library's Musician's Club is a place for anyone who writes or plays music of any kind.
Valentine Craft
Wed, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
Make a cute heart shaped craft for your Valentine!
Black History Month Bingo
Wed, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Children of all ages with Adult) During Black History Month, join us for a few rounds of bingo. Amongst the fun, some BHM knowledge will be dropped and prizes won!
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Feb 13, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs in a group environment with a craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Feb 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Feb 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Emergency Preparedness
Thu, Feb 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 1-8) Learn how to make simple emergency kits, create family plans and stay safe during disasters. Will County Emergency Management Agency is going to get us prepared!
Can I Pet that Dog?!
Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Do you just want to drop in and pet some dogs? Stop by between 4 - 5:30pm! The Alliance of Therapy Dogs Team will be here with some of their specially trained furry friends for you to meet and pet!
Middle School Book Club
Thu, Feb 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 5-8) We will read the Caudill nominated book, The Fort, by Gordon Korman. You will receive an email when book is available for pickup at BRB Youth Services. Please read before meeting!
Love Is In the Air
Thu, Feb 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
Participants will enjoy painting the Double Heart Dish for a Valentine's Day keepsake. Receive guided, step-by-step instructions on painting your project.
How Does the Space Industry Impact Millions Every Day?
Thu, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
The space race began decades ago as a competition between two superpowers, but there are now 90 nations operating in space. Join John Cilio as he highlights the global space renaissance underway. 
Puppy Yoga
Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
Learn gentle yoga poses focused on staying on the floor to optimize roaming puppy cuddle sessions. A great way to reduce stress, increase happiness, and help a furry friend in need!
This event is full
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Feb 14, 10:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
(Adults, registration required) Practice your English in a small group setting. Build your vocabulary, learn common phrases and build your confidence in expressing yourself by talking to others.
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Feb 15, 9:30am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1,Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
This event is full
Oregon Trail IRL
Sat, Feb 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Ages 6 and up with adult) Attempt to survive the Oregon Trail in this 'You Choose the Adventure' style program.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, Feb 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1,Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
Morning Book Discussion Group
Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
Share your love of reading with this lively book group!  There is a morning and evening session each month.  Books can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:15am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 18 months to 4 years with adult) Meet new friends in our music and play program! We will be shaking our wiggles out and using our imagination through hands-on play.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Study Room 1
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 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, Feb 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Ages 5-12 with adult) Come hang out at the Library! Meet other homeschoolers and do a new activity each month. January - Craft February - Perler Beads March - Marble Run April - Poetry Party
Registration opens Tuesday, January 21 2025 at 9:00am
Intro to 3D printing
Tue, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Learn about the basics of 3D printing and entry points into the craft. We will also discuss also basic maintenance and troubleshooting. This course focuses on filament, however resin is addressed.
Perler Beads
Tue, Feb 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Grades K-5) Show off your skills as you make Perler bead art. We'll bring the supplies, you bring the inspiration.
Registration opens Tuesday, January 21 2025 at 9:00am
Harry Potter Trivia
Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Trivia night is back with a Hogwarts theme!
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Family Storytime
Tue, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
Pokémon Meetup
Tue, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 1-8) Calling all Pokémon fans! Bring your cards to play or just hang out and discuss your favorite characters. We will have Pokémon activities and a craft.
Registration opens Tuesday, January 21 2025 at 9:00am
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
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