Toddler Turkey Trot

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:45am

Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL 60431

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

Wed, Oct 22, 2:30pm - 7:30pm

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.

Wed, Oct 22, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Registration is now closed

Brew and Brush: Mug Painting Party!

Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Registration is now closed

Wed, Oct 22, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

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

No matter what you're brewing, this mug is perfect for Halloween! Its cauldron shape offers a large surface area—ideal for your favorite ghoulish message.

Registration is now closed

The Borden Murders: The Original CSI

Wed, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Birth-6 years with adult) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.

Wed, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

Lizzie Borden was charged with the double murder of her father and stepmother but was eventually acquitted of the charges.

Comic Book Creation Club

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

Ottawa Street Branch - Recording Lab B67

Work with likeminded creators to make a comic book from scratch.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Oct 23, 10:00am - 10:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

This event is full

Thu, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:45am

Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL 60431

(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs with a take home craft.

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

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

This event is full

Thu, Oct 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

This event is full

Monster Mash

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

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

(Children of all ages with adult) Wear your costumes and get ready to shake a leg with D.J. DreLaurin at our not-so-spooky dance party! Join us for games, crafts and fun!

English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner

Thu, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

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.

Incredible Bats:

Thu, Oct 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

Come experience the exotic presence of these often misunderstood animals - including fruit bats, a python, boa, and tarantulas with trained handlers from Incredible Bats.

Fri, Oct 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.

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

Fri, Oct 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room

Help support the Library with the Friends of the Library Book Sale! All proceeds go to support Library programs or equipment.

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

Sat, Oct 25, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room

Help support the Library with the Friends of the Library Book Sale! All proceeds go to support Library programs or equipment.

English for Beginners-High Beginners

Sat, Oct 25, 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.

English for Intermediate-Advanced

Sat, Oct 25, 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.

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

Sun, Oct 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room

Help support the Library with the Friends of the Library Book Sale! All proceeds go to support Library programs or equipment.

Mon, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:45am

Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL 60431

(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) A story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories, songs and take home a craft.

Mon, Oct 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.

Mon, Oct 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.

This event is full

Five Nights at Freddy's Paint & Sip

Mon, Oct 27, 2:30pm - 7:30pm

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.

Mon, Oct 27, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

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

(Grades 1-5 with an adult) “Are you ready for Freddy?” Learn to paint Freddy Fazbear from the Five Nights at Freddy’s Franchise. Only children participating should be registered.

This event is full

Five Nights at Freddy's Paint & Sip

Mon, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

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

(Grades 6-12) “Are you ready for Freddy?” Learn to paint Freddy Fazbear from the Five Nights at Freddy’s Franchise.

Wiggle Worms

Tue, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D

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

This event is full

Tue, Oct 28, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D

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

This event is full

Tue, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D

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

This event is full

Tue, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 7:30pm

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.

Voice Over Club

Tue, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Digital Media Studio - Sound Room A

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

This event is full

Tue, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Tue, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:45am

Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL 60431

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

Wed, Oct 29, 2:30pm - 7:30pm

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.

Wed, Oct 29, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

This event is full

Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

This event is full

Networking Night (Ottawa Street Branch) 18+

Wed, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Birth-6 years with adult) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.

Google Drive

Wed, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

Get to know the first Google products you need to manage email and documents. Learn about setting up a Gmail account and navigate Google Drive.

Wed, Oct 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!

Thu, Oct 30, 10:00am - 10:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Thu, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:45am

Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL 60431

(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs with a take home craft.

Thu, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Thu, Oct 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

This event is full

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

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.

Dia de los Muertos

Sat, Nov 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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

(Kids of all ages) Come and celebrate the Day of the Dead. Learn about the celebration with stories, crafts and music. A Spanish translator will be available.

Mon, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:45am

Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL 60431

(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) A story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories, songs and take home a craft.

Mon, Nov 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.

Mon, Nov 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.

This event is full

Chess Club

Mon, Nov 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

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

(Grades 1-5) Whether you are a beginner or already know some chess, come join us for chess fun and make new friends.

Photography Club

Mon, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

DMS

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

Wiggle Worms

Tue, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D

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

This event is full

Tue, Nov 04, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D

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

This event is full

Family Field Trip JJC MakerLab

Tue, Nov 04, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D

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

This event is full

Tue, Nov 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

JJC-Main Campus, T-Building Room 1034 - 1215 Houbolt Road, Joliet IL 60431

(Grades K+ with adult) Tour the JJC MakerLab, packed with cool equipment like 3D printers and laser engravers. Registration required for each person attending.

Bob Ross Halfspeed Painting

Tue, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Tue, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch

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

This event is full

Puppy Yoga

Tue, Nov 04, 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

Tue, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Wed, Nov 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.

Wed, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:45am

Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL 60431

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

Wed, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Wed, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Wed, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Birth-6 years with adult) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.

Soundtracks of War

Wed, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

Music has always been playing in the background of our nation's history, even during times of war. Hear songs of encouragement, protest and humor during wartime.

Thu, Nov 06, 10:00am - 10:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Thu, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:45am

Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL 60431

(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs with a take home craft.

Thu, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Homeschool Hangout

Thu, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

(Ages 5-12 with adult) Hangout, meet other homeschoolers and do a new activity each month.

English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner

Thu, Nov 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Junior Book Club

Thu, Nov 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria- Door 14 - 3333 Black Rd, Joliet, IL 60435

(Grades K-2) We will read a book together, discuss and do activities and a craft that go along with the title.

WriteOn Joliet

Thu, Nov 06, 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.

Fri, Nov 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.

Fall Color Match

Fri, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Black Road Branch - Lawn

(Grades PreK-2) Match the outdoors to colors in your bucket, play with play doh and work on leaf art. A Spanish translator will be available. Weather permitting. Check back here for any updates.

English for Beginners-High Beginners

Sat, Nov 08, 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.

English for Intermediate-Advanced

Sat, Nov 08, 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, Nov 10, 10:30am - 11:45am

Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL 60431

(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) A story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories, songs and take home a craft.

Mon, Nov 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.

Trash to Treasure - Piggy Bank

Mon, Nov 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.

This event is full

B-I-N-G-O

Mon, Nov 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria- Door 14 - 3333 Black Rd, Joliet, IL 60435

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

Mon, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Grades 1-5) Let’s turn some trash into treasure and learn how to save your money while making a piggy bank out of recycled materials! A Spanish translator will be available.

NextGen Lit Book Club

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

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

20s and 30s Book Club

Wed, Nov 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.

Wed, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:45am

Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL 60431

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

Wed, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Wed, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Messy Masterpiece

Wed, Nov 12, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

(Ages 2-6 with adult) Let’s get messy at the library! Kids can get their hands messy in this sensory program as they make art using household items lying around the house.

Chicago’s Sweet Bakeries Remembered

Wed, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Birth-6 years with adult) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.

Cancelled

OSB Musician's Club 16+

Wed, Nov 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.

OSB Musician's Club 18+

Wed, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch

Cancelled

Wed, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch

Explore Chicago’s historic bakeries and top baking companies, and discover the best places you can still buy made-from-scratch baked goods. Samples of bakery treats available.

Thu, Nov 13, 10:00am - 10:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Thu, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:45am

Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL 60431

(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs with a take home craft.

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

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Taste Testers: Brand Challenge

Thu, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

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

Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria- Door 14 - 3333 Black Road, Joliet, IL 60435

(Grades 6-12) Can you taste the difference between the brand name and generic? Sample different foods and vote on which brands are the best.

English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner

Fri, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

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

Creativity Connections

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

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

Learn new skills and make friends through the joy of creating!

AfterHours: Zombie Invasion

Fri, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

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

(Grades 7-12) Take over the library for a Zombie Invasion! Transform into a Zombie and play Zombie games in the library after everyone has left! Please enter from the Ottawa Street entrance.

English for Beginners-High Beginners

Sat, Nov 15, 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.

Meet Your New Best Friend:

Sat, Nov 15, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

The library is going to the dogs—in the best way! Hopeful Tails Animal Rescue is bringing adorable, adoptable pups to the library. Stop by, say hi, and maybe meet your future furry family member!

English for Intermediate-Advanced

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

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Winter Preparedness for Kids

Sat, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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

(Grades K-8) Get ready for winter fun with the Will County Emergency Management Agency.

Mon, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:45am

Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL 60431

(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) A story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories, songs and take home a craft.

Mon, Nov 17, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Morning Book Discussion Group

Mon, Nov 17, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

This event is full

Air Dry Clay Magnets

Mon, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 7:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

Let's paint some air dry clay and make it into fridge magnets! This month’s theme will be mushrooms and all things forest vibes!

This event is full

Chess Club

Mon, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

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

(Grades 1-5) Whether you are a beginner or already know some chess, come join us for chess fun and make new friends.

Vintage Silhouettes

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

DMS

Make a fabulous vintage style silhouette of yourself!

This event is full

Tue, Nov 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

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

Share your love of reading with this lively book group! Books can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.

Wiggle Worms

Tue, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Ages 18 months to 4 years with adult) Meet new friends in our music and play program! We will be shaking our wiggles out and using our imagination through hands-on play.

Tue, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D

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

This event is full

Tue, Nov 18, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D

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

This event is full

Tue, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D

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

This event is full

Tue, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

This event is full

Video Game Club

Tue, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Grades 1-8) Calling all video game fans, join us for Video Game. Play fun new multi-player video games. Try out our Virtual Reality Headsets. Fans of Pokémon, can bring their Pokémon cards.

Kenji López-Alt: A Journey Through Food and Science

Tue, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Special Storytime

Tue, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria- Door 14 - 3333 Black Rd, Joliet, IL 60435

(Birth-6 years with adult) Come listen to a few stories and sing songs with your friends and family. Enjoy a craft afterward.

Intro to 3D printing

Tue, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch

Learn about the basics of 3D printing and entry points into the craft. We will also discuss also basic maintenance and troubleshooting. This course focuses on filament, however resin is addressed.

This event is full

Tue, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Online

Join award-winning cookbook author, New York Times food columnist, and Serious Eats director J. Kenji López-Alt for an evening of cooking insights, techniques, and foodie exploration.

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

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

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

Wed, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:45am

Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL 60431

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

Wed, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Reading Rangers Book Club

Wed, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Wed, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria- Door 14 - 3333 Black Road, Joliet, IL 60435

(Grades 2-4) Join us to discuss the book and do a fun activity. Register, pick up the book at the Black Road Branch Youth Services and read it before we meet.

Registration opens Wednesday, October 22 2025 at 9:00am

Poetry Writing Workshop: Gratitude

Wed, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

Join Poet Laureate of Joliet, Uxmar Torres, for workshops to spark creativity and new ideas. Open to English and Spanish speakers; fresh content only, no prior work reviewed

Jinglebell Wreath Ornament

Wed, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Birth-6 years with adult) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.

Wed, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Art Studio B75

Create a lovely DIY Christmas decoration.

Create Your Own Zine

Wed, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Recording Lab B67

Let the creative juices flow and create your own 'zine at the JPL.

Thu, Nov 20, 10:00am - 10:30am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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

Thu, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:45am

Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL 60431

(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs with a take home craft.

Thu, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110

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