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Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
2025-10-27 14:30:00 2025-10-27 19:30:00 America/Chicago Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB (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. Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services

Monday, October 27
2:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-27 14:30:00 2025-10-27 19:30:00 America/Chicago Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB (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. Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services

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.

Click on the link to sign up https://signup.com/go/TiuLsHu 

Sponsored by Joliet Junior College, University of St. Francis and America Reads / America Counts grant program. 


On-Street Parking near the library is free for two hours Monday-Friday and free on the weekends.

Ottawa Street Parking Deck (SE corner of Ottawa and Clinton St/110 N. Ottawa St. Next to Black Cat Curiosities.)
The City of Joliet is providing free parking for customers shopping or dining who park in the city’s Ottawa Street Parking Deck. Patrons will be required to bring the ticket they received at the parking deck entrance gate to the business they are patronizing which will then stamp and validate the parking ticket.

https://www.joliet.gov/business/downtown/parking

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Reading and Writing |

TAGS: | Tutoring | Reading |

Ottawa Street Branch
Phone: 815-740-2660
Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 9:00PM

Upcoming events

Toddler Time 10:30 or 11:15
Mon, Sep 29, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Mon, Sep 29, 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
One on One Tech Help
Mon, Sep 29, 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
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Mon, Sep 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.
Register
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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
Family Field Trip
Tue, Sep 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Joliet West High School Auditorium - 401 N Larkin Ave - Door 5
(Grades K+ with adult) Get a behind the scenes look at a high school theater and go backstage to learn about props, costumes, stage crew, and more!
Bird Outing with Wild Birds Unlimited
Tue, Sep 30, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Patio
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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Tue, Sep 30, 5:30pm - 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.
Register
Cancelled
Voice Over Club
Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Digital Media Studio - Sound Room A
Gather with others to learn the basics of recording your voice!
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Sep 30, 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
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Sep 30, 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
Pumpkin Disguise Contest
Wed, Oct 01, All day
Black Road Branch - Youth Services Department
(Kids of all ages, no registration) Pick up a paper pumpkin and craft a disguise at home, based on a book you love. Turn it in by Oct. 20th for judging.
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 01, 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.
Bouncing Babies 10:30 or 11:15
Wed, Oct 01, 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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Wed, Oct 01, 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.
Register
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Oct 01, 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
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Oct 01, 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
Poetry Writing Workshop: Fear
Wed, Oct 01, 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
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Oct 01, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
Preschool Storytime 10:30 or 11:15
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
Homeschool Hangout
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Thu, Oct 02, 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
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Thu, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 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.
Register
WriteOn Joliet
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
Make Your Own Piñata
Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 1+ with adult) Join us and learn step-by-step how to make a fun mini-piñata. A Spanish translator will be available.
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Oct 03, 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.
Outdoor Family Glow Party
Fri, Oct 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Lawn
(Kids of all ages with adult) We’re having an outdoor glow party and you’re invited. We will have a variety of glow games, a scavenger hunt and fun music for dancing! Weather permitting.
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Oct 04, 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.
Cancelled
FAME - Fandom Arts and Music Expo
Sat, Oct 04, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch
Anime, Furries, Trekies, cosplayers, webseries? oh my! Join us for the first year of FAME! A cross-fandom artist-market minicon here on the JPL premises!
FAME - Fandom Arts and Music Expo
Sat, Oct 04, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Anime, Furries, Trekies, cosplayers, webseries? oh my! Join us for the first year of FAME! A cross-fandom artist-market minicon here on the JPL premises!
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, Oct 04, 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.
Make Your Own Piñata Kit
Sun, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services Desk
(Grades PreK-5) Try your hand at making your very own quick and easy Mexican piñata using everyday materials. Pickup at the Youth Services desk.
Pumpkin Disguise Contest
Mon, Oct 06, All day
Black Road Branch - Youth Services Department
(Kids of all ages, no registration) Pick up a paper pumpkin and craft a disguise at home, based on a book you love. Turn it in by Oct. 20th for judging.
Toddler Time 10:30 or 11:15
Mon, Oct 06, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Mon, Oct 06, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Mon, Oct 06, 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
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Mon, Oct 06, 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.
Register
Middle School Book Club
Mon, Oct 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria- Door 14 - 3333 Black Rd, Joliet, IL 60435
(Grades 5-8) Attn Book Lovers! Our middle grade book club will be reading the Caudill-nominated, The Fire, The Water, and Maudie McGinn. Please pick up the book at Black Road Branch after registering.
Chess Club
Mon, Oct 06, 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, Oct 06, 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, Oct 07, 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, Oct 07, 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Oct 07, 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Oct 07, 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
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Tue, Oct 07, 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.
Register
Robot Rally
Tue, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria- Door 14 - 3333 Black Road, Joliet, IL 60435
(Grades 1-3) Learn basic coding principles while working with adorable robots.
Taste Testers: Hot Sauce
Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 7-12) Can you handle the heat? Test different types of hot sauce on the Scoville Scale before reaching the infamous Ghost Pepper.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Oct 07, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Oct 07, 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
Bouncing Babies 10:30 or 11:15
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
Register
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Oct 08, 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
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 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.
Puzzle Pandemonium: Who Can Piece it Together the Fastest?
Wed, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Get ready to join the pandemonium and race against the clock for a chance to win a prize!
Cancelled
One on One Tech Help
Thu, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch
Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Preschool Storytime 10:30 or 11:15
Thu, Oct 09, 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.
Cancelled
One on One Tech Help
Thu, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch
Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Cancelled
One on One Tech Help
Thu, Oct 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch
Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Uno Tournament
Thu, Oct 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 9-12) Are you an Uno expert? Prove it and enter our Uno Tournament! Winner will receive a $15 Subway Gift card.
Printmaking
Thu, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 3-6) Create stamps using food and various household objects, then paint them and test them out on different surfaces to make some cool usable art.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Thu, Oct 09, 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.
Register
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Oct 10, 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, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Learn new skills and make friends through the joy of creating!
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Oct 11, 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.
Bubble Bonanza
Sat, Oct 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Lawn
(10 and under with adult) Dress for the weather, and for fun! We'll have various bubble stations set up for you and the family to enjoy! Weather permitting. Check back here for updates.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, Oct 11, 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.
Bad Guys Party
Sat, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 1-8) Join us to celebrate the release of Bad Guys 2 with crafts, games and activities! A Spanish translator will be available. Only children participating should be registered.
Pumpkin Disguise Contest
Mon, Oct 13, All day
Black Road Branch - Youth Services Department
(Kids of all ages, no registration) Pick up a paper pumpkin and craft a disguise at home, based on a book you love. Turn it in by Oct. 20th for judging.
One on One Tech Help
Mon, Oct 13, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Mon, Oct 13, 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
Family Field Trip
Mon, Oct 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rancho Los Guzman - 2225 Maple Rd, Joliet, IL 60432
(Grades K+ with adult) Experience the charm of a hacienda style barn and get the chance to pet and feed the horses!
This event is full
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Mon, Oct 13, 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.
Register
Tic Tac Toe
Mon, Oct 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 3-6) Learn some fun facts about tic tac toe and play a few games. Then you’ll make your own travel size tic tac toe game to take on the road!
NextGen Lit Book Club
Mon, Oct 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Critical Grind Board Game Cafe - 852 Sharp Dr # L, Shorewood, IL 60404
20s and 30s Book Club
Developmental Screenings
Tue, Oct 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Department - Second Floor, Ottawa Street Library
(Ages 0-3) Children ages birth to 36 months can get a free developmental screening from Child and Family Connections.
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Oct 14, 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, Oct 14, 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Oct 14, 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Oct 14, 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
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Tue, Oct 14, 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.
Register
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Oct 14, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Oct 14, 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.
Family Storytime
Wed, Oct 15, 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.
Bouncing Babies 10:30 or 11:15
Wed, Oct 15, 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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Wed, Oct 15, 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.
Register
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Oct 15, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Oct 15, 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
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Oct 15, 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.
Diamond Painting Magnet
Wed, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Make a really cool magnet using ‘diamond’ painting.
This event is full
Dia De Los Muertos Geode Skull
Wed, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 6-12) Craft a Geode Skull to prepare for Dia De Los Muertos. Each attendee will receive their own skull to decorate and keep.
Cancelled
One on One Tech Help
Thu, Oct 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch
Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Preschool Storytime 10:30 or 11:15
Thu, Oct 16, 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.
Cancelled
One on One Tech Help
Thu, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch
Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Cancelled
One on One Tech Help
Thu, Oct 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch
Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Can I Pet that Dog?!
Thu, Oct 16, 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, Oct 16, 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.
Play a Dungeons and Dragons Adventure!
Thu, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria- Door 14 - 3333 Black Rd, Joliet, IL 60435
(Grades 6-12) Join us for a one-time Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition adventure.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Thu, Oct 16, 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.
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English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Oct 17, 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.
DIY Bookmarks
Fri, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
DMS
Make your very own custom bookmark!
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Oct 18, 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 18, 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.
Pet DNA
Sat, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
OSB - Local History
Kate Penney Howard, DNA genealogy expert, will talk about the DNA of your pet.
Family Field Trip
Sun, Oct 19, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Moser Performing Arts Center--St. Francis University - Sexton Auditorium
(All ages) Experience music and myths from around the world at this Halloween Concert with the Black Willow Brass quintet. The Library will have crafts from 1:30-1:55, and the concert starts at 2 pm.
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Toddler Time 10:30 or 11:15
Mon, Oct 20, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Mon, Oct 20, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Mon, Oct 20, 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
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Mon, Oct 20, 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.
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Chess Club
Mon, Oct 20, 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.
Morning Book Discussion Group
Tue, Oct 21, 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, Oct 21, 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.
Homeschool Hangout
Tue, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Black Road Branch - Lawn
(Ages 5-12 with adult) Hangout, meet other homeschoolers and do a new activity each month. Weather permitting. Check back here for updates. September - Outdoor Games October - Fall Art
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Oct 21, 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Oct 21, 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Oct 21, 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
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Tue, Oct 21, 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.
Register
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Oct 21, 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.
Video Game Club
Tue, Oct 21, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Oct 21, 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, Oct 21, 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.
Beyond the Screen: A "Wicked" Conversation with Marissa Bode
Tue, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Illinois Libraries Present welcomes actress Marissa Bode. Bode made her feature film debut as Nessarose in Academy Award-winning blockbuster, Wicked, directed by Jon M. Chu.
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Family Storytime
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.
Bouncing Babies 10:30 or 11:15
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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
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.
Register
One on One Tech Help
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.
One on One Tech Help
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
Brew and Brush: Mug Painting Party!
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.
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Bilingual Storytime
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.
The Borden Murders: The Original CSI
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.
One on One Tech Help
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.
Preschool Storytime 10:30 or 11:15
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.
One on One Tech Help
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.
One on One Tech Help
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.
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!
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
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.
Register
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.
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
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.
Toddler Time 10:30 or 11:15
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.
One on One Tech Help
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.
One on One Tech Help
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
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
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.
Register
Five Nights at Freddy's Paint & Sip
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.
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.
One-on-One Tech Help
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
One-on-One Tech Help
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
One-on-One Tech Help
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
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
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.
Register
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
One on One Tech Help
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.
One on One Tech Help
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.
Family Storytime
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.
Bouncing Babies 10:30 or 11:15
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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
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.
Register
One on One Tech Help
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.
One on One Tech Help
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
Bilingual Storytime
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.
Networking Night (Ottawa Street Branch) 18+
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!
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