Amusement Parks of Chicagoland Remembered

Thu, Jul 31, 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

Thu, Jul 31, 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.

Monarch Mania

Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Black Road Branch - Lawn,Patio

(Children of all ages with adult) Erin Noon, Environmental Educator for Will County's Land Use Department, will be educating us on everything monarch. Weather permitting.

Beatrix Potter

Thu, Jul 31, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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

Join us for an evening with the beloved author and illustrator Beatrix Potter, portrayed by Chicago theater actress Debra Miller.

Creativity Connections

Fri, Aug 01, 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.

Sat, Aug 02, 9:30am - 10:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.

KidzFest

Sat, Aug 02, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Will County Building Lot - 302 N Chicago St.

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

Sat, Aug 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.

Mon, Aug 04, 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, Aug 04, 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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Family Field Trip:

Mon, Aug 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Joliet Police Department - 150 W. Washington St, Joliet, Il 60432

(Grades K+ with adult) Join us for an inside look at a day in the life of a police officer. Police officers will talk about what they do and give us a behind the scenes tour of the police station.

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Photography Club

Mon, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

DMS

This group meets every month to share, learn and network with other creatives. This group will do outings, meetups, shoot in the greenscreen room and share techniques.

Tue, Aug 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

Black Road Branch

(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

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Tue, Aug 05, 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.

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

Black Road Branch

(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

This event is full

Tue, Aug 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Black Road Branch

(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

This event is full

Bingo

Tue, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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

(Children of all ages with adult) Drop by the library for a few games of Bingo. Lots of prizes will be won!

Bob Ross Paint Along

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

Ottawa Street Branch

Follow Bob at half speed using acrylics on canvas! Once we start, there is no stopping us!

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Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

This event is full

Tue, Aug 05, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

All By Myself: School Preparedness

Wed, Aug 06, 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, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

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

(Ages 4-6) This program is designed for kids starting preschool or kindergarten without their caregiver present. (Adults must remain in the library after drop-off.)

Wed, Aug 06, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

This event is full

Wed, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

Wed, Aug 06, 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.

Thu, Aug 07, 10:00am - 10:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

Lego ™ Club

Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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?

Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

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WriteOn Joliet

Thu, Aug 07, 5:45pm - 8:30pm

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

Join WriteOn members in a safe, comfortable and supportive atmosphere to share your work, and constructive feedback so that everyone can benefit from our shared knowledge.

Purr & Pose: Kitten Yoga

Thu, Aug 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

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

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English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner

Fri, Aug 08, 9:30am - 10:00am

Black Road Branch - Lawn

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

Fri, Aug 08, 10:00am - 11:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Board Room 208 (2nd Level),McGuire Room 109

(Adults, registration required) Practice your English in a small group setting. Build your vocabulary, learn common phrases and build your confidence in expressing yourself by talking to others.

Sat, Aug 09, 9:30am - 10:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.

Sat, Aug 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.

Mon, Aug 11, 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, Aug 11, 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

NextGen Lit Book Club

Mon, Aug 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

20s and 30s Book Club

Tue, Aug 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

Black Road Branch

(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

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Tue, Aug 12, 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.

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

Black Road Branch

(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

This event is full

Tue, Aug 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Black Road Branch

(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

The Loop Lounge

Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

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

Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

This event is full

Tue, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

Wed, Aug 13, 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, Aug 13, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

This event is full

Wed, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

Wed, Aug 13, 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.

Cancelled

OSB Musician's Club 16+

Wed, Aug 13, 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.

OSB Musician's Club 18+

Wed, Aug 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch

Thu, Aug 14, 10:00am - 10:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

Thu, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

This event is full

English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner

Fri, Aug 15, 9:30am - 10:00am

Black Road Branch - Lawn

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

Fri, Aug 15, 10:00am - 11:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Board Room 208 (2nd Level),McGuire Room 109

(Adults, registration required) Practice your English in a small group setting. Build your vocabulary, learn common phrases and build your confidence in expressing yourself by talking to others.

Sat, Aug 16, 9:30am - 10:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.

Sat, Aug 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.

Mon, Aug 18, 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.

Mon, Aug 18, 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

Decorative Shadow Boxes

Mon, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

DMS

Put together your very own Shadow Box!

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Morning Book Discussion Group

Tue, Aug 19, 10:00am - 10:30am

Black Road Branch

(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

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Tue, Aug 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Crossroads Christian Church - 2312 Essington Rd, Joliet, IL 60435

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, Aug 19, 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.

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

Black Road Branch

(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

This event is full

Tue, Aug 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

Black Road Branch

(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

The Talent Showcase

Tue, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch

Join us for an upstaging performance! Choose to perform or watch at this multi-talent event. Interested performers call 815.846.3127 or email dms@jolietlibrary.org (Acts must be library appropriate)

Tue, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

This event is full

Tue, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

Wed, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

JPL On-The-Go: Storywalks

Wed, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Caton Ridge Park - Intersection of Meadowridge Dr. and Park Ridge Dr.

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

Comic Book Creation Club

Wed, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Sound Room B

Collaborate with like minded creators on your very own comic book!

Bingo!

Wed, Aug 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

Wait for your numbers to be called and try to win prizes!

Cancelled

Evening Book Discussion Group

Wed, Aug 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Offsite Location: TBD

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.

Stay and Play

Thu, Aug 21, 9:30am - 11:00am

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Birth-3 years 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, Aug 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

Thu, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

Thu, Aug 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

This event is full

WriteOn Joliet

Thu, Aug 21, 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.

English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner

Fri, Aug 22, 9:30am - 10:00am

Black Road Branch - Lawn

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

Fri, Aug 22, 10:00am - 11:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Board Room 208 (2nd Level),McGuire Room 109

(Adults, registration required) Practice your English in a small group setting. Build your vocabulary, learn common phrases and build your confidence in expressing yourself by talking to others.

Sat, Aug 23, 9:30am - 10:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.

History in the names of Joliet Streets

Sat, Aug 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.

Sat, Aug 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

OSB - Local History

The streets in a town may be named after people who lived there or places they were from. Learn about the history of streets in Joliet.

Mon, Aug 25, 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, Aug 25, 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

Tue, Aug 26, 10:00am - 10:30am

Black Road Branch

(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

This event is full

Tue, Aug 26, 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.

Tue, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Black Road Branch

(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

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Tue, Aug 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Black Road Branch

(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Voice Over Club

Tue, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Digital Media Studio - Sound Room A

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

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Tue, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

Tue, Aug 26, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

Wed, Aug 27, 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.

Button Tea Light Craft

Wed, Aug 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

Create a cute tealight with a variety of colorful buttons.

Wed, Aug 27, 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.

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Wed, Aug 27, 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.

Networking Night (Ottawa Street Branch) 18+

Wed, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 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!

Thu, Aug 28, 10:00am - 10:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

Thu, Aug 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

Amusement Parks of Chicagoland Remembered

Thu, Aug 28, 11:00am - 11:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

This event is full

Thu, Aug 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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

Take a trip down memory lane with historian Cheryl Brown. Discover the history of some of the most famous endearing amusement parks of Chicagoland.

English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner

Fri, Aug 29, 9:30am - 10:00am

Black Road Branch - Lawn

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

Fri, Aug 29, 10:00am - 11:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Board Room 208 (2nd Level),McGuire Room 109

(Adults, registration required) Practice your English in a small group setting. Build your vocabulary, learn common phrases and build your confidence in expressing yourself by talking to others.

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

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.