Glowing Tealight Flowers

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.

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

Registration is now closed

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.

Registration is now closed

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.

This event is full

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.

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

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.

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.

This event is full

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.

This event is full

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.

Tue, Apr 01, 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

Wed, Apr 02, 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.

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.

This event is full

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.

This event is full

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.

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

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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!

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.

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.

This event is full

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.

This event is full

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.

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.

English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner

Thu, Apr 03, 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.

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.

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.

Tortured Poet Packs

Mon, Apr 07, All day

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services Desk

(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.

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.

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

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.

This event is full

Mon, Apr 07, 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.

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.

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.

Tue, Apr 08, 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

Tue, Apr 08, 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.

Tue, Apr 08, 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.

This event is full

Tue, Apr 08, 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.

Teen Earth Day Volunteering

Tue, Apr 08, 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.

Tue, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Grades 8-12) Help the Celebrate Earth Day by helping the library make seed bomb kits. All attendees earn 1 hour of community service.

Tue, Apr 08, 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.

Tue, Apr 08, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F

(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

Tue, Apr 08, 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.

Wed, Apr 09, 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.

Equitable Transit Oriented Dvlp. Plan - Committee

Wed, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

Wed, Apr 09, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

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

Equitable Transit Oriented Dvlp. Plan - Committee

Wed, Apr 09, 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.

Wed, Apr 09, 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.

Wed, Apr 09, 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.

Traditional Mexican Street Tacos

Wed, Apr 09, 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.

Your Best Garden Yet

Wed, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

Learn planting and maintenance techniques to create your best garden, whether you're a beginner or experienced gardener!

Wed, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E

Submerge yourself in the authentic Mexican street food culture with Chef Violeta Trujeque.

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OSB Musician's Club 16+

Wed, Apr 09, 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.

Intro to Smartphones - Android only

Wed, Apr 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F

Learn the basics of your Smartphone (Android only).

OSB Musician's Club 18+

Wed, Apr 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch

Thu, Apr 10, 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.

Thu, Apr 10, 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.

Thu, Apr 10, 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, Apr 10, 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

Blooming Spring Plastic Bag Painting

Thu, Apr 10, 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.

Can I Pet that Dog?!

Thu, Apr 10, 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!

Thu, Apr 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Grades 2-6) You don’t always need a brush to paint. Learn how to paint using nothing more than a plastic grocery bag.

HOA Timbers

Thu, Apr 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E

HOA Timbers

The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson

Thu, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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Alexis Nikole Nelson will be joined in conversation with Natalie Evans, a wild edible foods instructor.

Developmental Screening

Fri, Apr 11, 9:15am - 11:30am

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F

(Ages 0-3) Children ages birth to 36 months can get a free developmental screening from Child and Family Connections.

Stay and Play

Fri, Apr 11, 10:00am - 11:30am

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E

(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, Apr 11, 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, Apr 12, 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.

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Costume Dance Party

Sat, Apr 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F

(Children of all ages with adult) It’s almost half-way to Halloween! Dress up in your favorite costume and dance the morning away at the library. We’ll also have a costume contest and photo op!

English for Intermediate-Advanced

Sat, Apr 12, 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.

Mon, Apr 14, 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.

Mon, Apr 14, 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

Easter Portraits Photoshoot

Mon, Apr 14, 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.

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Lego ™ Club

Mon, Apr 14, 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.

Mon, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

DMS

Dress in your Sunday best and take fun photos with an Easter themed background!

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NextGen Lit Book Club

Mon, Apr 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E

20s and 30s Book Club

Morning Book Discussion Group

Tue, Apr 15, 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.

Tue, Apr 15, 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

Tue, Apr 15, 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.

Tue, Apr 15, 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.

This event is full

Tue, Apr 15, 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, Apr 15, 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

Tue, Apr 15, 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.

Intro to 3D printing

Tue, Apr 15, 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.

Poetry Party

Tue, Apr 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F

(Grades K-5 with adult) Come celebrate National Poetry Month with fun poetry activities and crafts.

Tue, Apr 15, 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.

Tue, Apr 15, 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, Apr 15, 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.

Tue, Apr 15, 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.

Wed, Apr 16, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F

(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.

Wed, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

Wed, Apr 16, 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.

Wed, Apr 16, 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.

Wed, Apr 16, 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.

Evening Book Discussion Group

Wed, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Children of all ages) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.

Wed, Apr 16, 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.

Thu, Apr 17, 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, Apr 17, 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.

Thu, Apr 17, 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.

Thu, Apr 17, 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, Apr 17, 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.

Joliet Public Library - Board of Trustees Meeting

Thu, Apr 17, 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.

WriteOn Joliet

Thu, Apr 17, 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.

Thu, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F

Joliet Public Library - Board of Trustees Meeting

Sprouting Stories

Thu, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Grades PreK-2) Read stories, learn plant care and pot up a plant of your own to take home.

English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner

Fri, Apr 18, 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, Apr 18, 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.

Mon, Apr 21, 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.

Mon, Apr 21, 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

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Mon, Apr 21, 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.

This event is full

Earth Art

Mon, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Grades 2-5) We’ll provide natural objects (or bring your own) to create sun prints, suncatchers, wind chimes, and more!

Bird Outing with Wild Birds Unlimited

Mon, Apr 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.

Maker Monday

Mon, Apr 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D

(Grades 5-12) Hang out with friends or make some new ones while you try out a different project each month. We'll have materials available for you to explore, with larger equipment rotating.

Mon, Apr 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Black Road Branch

Enjoy a bird watching outing on the Rock Run trails led by staff from Wild Birds Unlimited. Meet on the patio behind the Black Road Branch.

Tue, Apr 22, 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

Tue, Apr 22, 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.

Tue, Apr 22, 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.

This event is full

Tue, Apr 22, 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.

Tue, Apr 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.

Robot Rally

Tue, Apr 22, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F

(Grades 1-3) Learn basic coding principles while working with adorable robots.

Tue, Apr 22, 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.

Tue, Apr 22, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F

(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

Tue, Apr 22, 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.

Wed, Apr 23, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F

(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.

Wed, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

Wed, Apr 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.

Wed, Apr 23, 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.

Wed, Apr 23, 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.

Wed, Apr 23, 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.

Intro to Computers

Wed, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E

Learn the basics of Windows based personal computers

Wed, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Black Road Branch - Study Room 1

Technical session for 30 minutes

Comic Book Creation Club

Wed, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Sound Room A

Work with other likeminded creators to develop your very own comic book

Wed, Apr 23, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Black Road Branch - Study Room 1

Technical session for 30 minutes

Wed, Apr 23, 7:30pm - 8:00pm

Black Road Branch - Study Room 1

Technical session for 30 minutes

Thu, Apr 24, 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.

Thu, Apr 24, 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.

Thu, Apr 24, 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, Apr 24, 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

Papel Picado Craft

Thu, Apr 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Grades 7-12) Join us to learn more about this traditional Mexican craft and design your very own banner to take home.

English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner

Thu, Apr 24, 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.

Cancelled

HOA Timbers

Thu, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Black Road Branch

HOA Timbers

Fri, Apr 25, 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.

Sensory Playtime

Fri, Apr 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F

(Ages 0-3 with adult) Bring your little ones to explore their senses by feeling, hearing, and touching their way through music, art and mess-free play!

Creativity Connections

Fri, Apr 25, 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.

Wits Workout for Seniors

Fri, Apr 25, 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, Apr 26, 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 26, 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.

Family Field Trip:

Sat, Apr 26, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Northern Illinois Food Bank - South Suburban Center - 171 S Larkin Ave, Joliet, IL 60436

(Grades K-5) We will be taking a tour of the South Suburban distribution center and then working on a special project that will help feed Northern Illinois neighborhoods.

"That Used to be a Farm Field"

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

OSB - Local History

Oh how our city of Joliet has changed! Presentation and discussion on the changes in Joliet in the last 100 years.

Mexican Art Kit

Mon, Apr 28, All day

Pickup in Youth Services

(Grades 6-12) Take home a kit to try your hand at making a decorative Mexican border and create your own unique spiritual animal called an Alebrijes. Kit pick-up between April 28- May 2.

Registration opens Monday, March 31 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Apr 28, 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.

Mon, Apr 28, 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

Mon, Apr 28, 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.

This event is full

Mexican Folk Art: Alebrijes

Mon, Apr 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.

Mon, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Grades 3-5) Learn more about this Mexican folk art and create your very own magical creature. Only children participating should be be registered.

Registration opens Monday, March 31 2025 at 9:00am

Mexican Folk Art: Alebrijes

Mon, Apr 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E

(Grades 3-5) Learn more about this Mexican folk art and create your very own magical creature.

Registration opens Monday, March 31 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 29, 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

Tue, Apr 29, 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.

Tue, Apr 29, 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.

This event is full

Tue, Apr 29, 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.

Wild Animal Show

Tue, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Black Road Branch - Library Lawn

(All Ages) Big Run Wolf Ranch will be bringing a few rescued wild animals to view and ask questions to celebrate the Mexican holiday Día del Niño. Bring your own chair/blanket.

Tue, Apr 29, 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 Club

Tue, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Digital Media Studio - Sound Room A

Gather with others to learn the basics of recording your voice!

Tue, Apr 29, 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.

Wed, Apr 30, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F

(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.

Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

Wed, Apr 30, 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.