Hot Cocoa Bar

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.

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.

Trash to Treasure - Piggy Bank

Mon, Nov 10, 2:30pm - 7:00pm

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.

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

Bouncing Babies 10:30 or 11:15

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, 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, 2:30pm - 7:00pm

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, 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.

This event is full

Chicago’s Sweet Bakeries Remembered

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

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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.

Bilingual Storytime

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.

OSB Musician's Club 18+

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.

Cancelled

OSB Musician's Club 16+

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.

This event is full

Preschool Storytime 10:30 or 11:15

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.

This event is full

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, 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.

Taste Testers: Brand Challenge

Thu, Nov 13, 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.

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.

Registration is now closed

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

Morning Book Discussion Group

Mon, Nov 17, 2:30pm - 7:00pm

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.

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!

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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.

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.

One-on-One Tech Help

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

One-on-One Tech Help

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

One-on-One Tech Help

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.

This event is full

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.

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.

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

Bouncing Babies 10:30 or 11:15

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, 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, 2:30pm - 7:00pm

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, 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.

Poetry Writing Workshop: Gratitude

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 - 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

Reading Rangers Book Club

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.

Jinglebell Wreath Ornament

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

Ottawa Street Branch - Art Studio B75

Create a lovely DIY Christmas decoration.

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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.

Bilingual Storytime

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.

Preschool Storytime 10:30 or 11:15

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.

Thu, Nov 20, 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.

Trinket Thursday

Thu, Nov 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Grades 9-12) Calling all new and experienced crafters! Join us after school in making a fun DIY trinket to take home. All supplies will be provided by library.

Maker's Guild - open session

Thu, Nov 20, 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.

Can I Pet that Dog?!

Thu, Nov 20, 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!

WriteOn Joliet

Thu, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch

This is an open-format club that encourages crafters and entrepreneurs to bring in their projects and plans. As well as bounce ideas off each other.

Toddler Turkey Trot

Fri, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:15am

Black Road Branch - Patio

(Ages 1-3 with adult) Little gobblers unite for a turkey story, songs and a mini race on the path outside of the library. Make sure to bundle up in case of cold weather!

Pokemon Family Escape Room

Tue, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

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

Tue, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

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

(Grades 1+ with an adult) Enjoy this fun Pokémon escape room for the family! A Pokémon has trapped you in the library, it is up to you to escape. Only children participating should be registered.

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Voice Over Club

Tue, Nov 25, 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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Networking Night (Ottawa Street Branch) 18+

Wed, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

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

Wed, Nov 26, 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!

Light Up the Holidays

Fri, Nov 28, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Board Room 208 (2nd Level),Youth Program Room 253 A

(Kids of all ages with adult) Get into the holiday spirit and join us for some games, a craft and other activities before the Christmas parade!

Holiday Sing-a-Long

Fri, Nov 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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

(Children of all ages with adult) Get into the spirit of the season! Bring the family and sing along as local musician, John Condron, leads us in our favorite holiday classics!

Beaded Creations

Mon, Dec 01, 9:00am - 9:00pm

Black Road Branch - Youth Department

(Grades 6-12) Pop into the Youth Department and pick up a fun bead craft to make at home! Supplies are limited so grab yours while they last!

Mon, Dec 01, 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.

Chess Club

Mon, Dec 01, 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.

Tue, Dec 02, 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.

Bouncing Babies 10:30 or 11:15

Wed, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 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.

Pokémon Meetup

Wed, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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

(Grades 3-8) Calling all Pokémon fans! Bring your cards to play, battle in our Pokémon Go gyms, or just hang out and discuss your favorite characters. We will have Pokémon activities and a craft.

Bilingual Storytime

Wed, Dec 03, 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.

Bingo!

Wed, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

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

Homeschool Hangout

Thu, Dec 04, 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.

Preschool Storytime 10:30 or 11:15

Thu, Dec 04, 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.

WriteOn Joliet Anthology Release Party

Thu, Dec 04, 4:30pm - 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.

Nightmare Before Christmas Character Jars

Thu, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Grades 6-12) “What's this? I can't believe my eyes!” Believe it as you make a glowing character jar of Jack or Sally from Nightmare Before Christmas.

Crochet 101 : Make a Mug Cozy

Thu, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109

Make your own mug cozy in this beginner crochet class! All materials will be provided.

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Gingerbread House Decorating Party

Sat, Dec 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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

(Ages 3-12 with adult) Build and decorate a gingerbread house with the family and take your holiday creation home with you!

Mon, Dec 08, 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.

BookTok Ornaments

Mon, Dec 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

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

(Grades 6-12) As seen on TikTok…. Come make the perfect DIY ornament for book lovers! You'll have a choice of mini books to personalize your BookTok ornament.

Registration opens Monday, November 10 2025 at 9:00am

Photography Club

Mon, Dec 08, 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.

NextGen Lit Book Club

Mon, Dec 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

20s and 30s Book Club