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Registration opens:
December 30th, 2025

Voice Over Club (16+)

Podcast Edition Part 01
2026-01-27 18:00:00 2026-01-27 19:00:00 America/Chicago Voice Over Club (16+) Have you always wanted to do a podcast but had no idea where to start? Voice Over Club can help! Get the rundown on podcast basics, practice behind the mic, and collaborate with others! Ottawa Street Branch - Digital Media Studio

Tuesday, January 27
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-27 18:00:00 2026-01-27 19:00:00 America/Chicago Voice Over Club (16+) Have you always wanted to do a podcast but had no idea where to start? Voice Over Club can help! Get the rundown on podcast basics, practice behind the mic, and collaborate with others! Ottawa Street Branch - Digital Media Studio

Ottawa Street Branch

Digital Media Studio

Have you always wanted to do a podcast but had no idea where to start? Voice Over Club can help! Get the rundown on podcast basics, practice behind the mic, and collaborate with others!

Have you always wanted to do a podcast but had no idea where to start? The JPL Voice Over Club can help! During our special three-part podcast edition of Voice Over Club, attendees will learn the basics of podcasting, including equipment setup, brainstorming, and basic pre-production, recording, and editing! In part one, attendees can expect to learn about equipment and software, practice their "podcast voices," and brainstorm topics for the podcast to be recorded in part 2!

Attendance at all parts of Voice Over Club: Podcast Edition is recommended, but not mandatory.

AGE GROUP: | High School | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Reading and Writing | Movies and Entertainment | Digital Media Production | Computers and Technology |

TAGS: | Voice Over | Voice Acting | recording | Podcasts | Podcasting | Digital Media Studio | club | Audio | Ableton Live 11 |

Ottawa Street Branch
Phone: 815-740-2660
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We're open 9:00AM to 5:00PM

We're closed Tuesday November 11 due to Veterans' Day

Upcoming events

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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.
Registration is now closed
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.
Registration is now closed
Cancelled
Winter Preparedness for Kids
Sat, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(Grades K-8) Get ready for winter fun with the Will County Emergency Management Agency.
Toddler Time 10:30 or 11:15
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.
One on One Tech Help
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.
One on One Tech Help
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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
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.
Register
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.
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
Vintage Silhouettes
Mon, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
DMS
Make a fabulous vintage style silhouette of yourself!
This event is full
Morning Book Discussion Group
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.
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
One on One Tech Help
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.
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.
One on One Tech Help
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
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
Kenji López-Alt: A Journey Through Food and Science
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.
Register
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.
Family Storytime
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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
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.
Register
One on One Tech Help
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.
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
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
This event is full
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.
Registration is now closed
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
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.
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.
Jinglebell Wreath Ornament
Wed, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Art Studio B75
Create a lovely DIY Christmas decoration.
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
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.
This event is full
Preschool Storytime 10:30 or 11:15
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.
One on One Tech Help
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.
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
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.
This event is full
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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
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.
Register
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.
Maker's Guild - open session
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!
Wiggle Worms
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.
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!
This event is full
Pokemon Family Escape Room
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.
This event is full
Family Storytime
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.
Networking Night (Ottawa Street Branch) 18+
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!
Toddler Time 10:30 or 11:15
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.
Wiggle Worms
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 - 11:45am
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.
Family Storytime
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
This event is full
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!
Toddler Time 10:30 or 11:15
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.
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
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Dec 09, 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.
Hot Cocoa Bar
Tue, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Front Sidewalk
(All ages) We’re serving hot cocoa and apple cider! Swing by for a warm drink. Weather permitting. Check back here for updates.
Family Storytime
Wed, Dec 10, 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, Dec 10, 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.
Poetry Writing Workshop: Snow
Wed, Dec 10, 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, Dec 10, 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, Dec 10, 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, Dec 10, 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.
Preschool Storytime 10:30 or 11:15
Thu, Dec 11, 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.
Family Paint 'n Sip: The Grinch
Thu, Dec 11, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades K+) Get into the holiday cheer and have the whole family learn how to paint everyone’s favorite grumpy grouch, The Grinch! Please register children only.
Preschool Explorers: Baking Time
Fri, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Ages 3-5 with adult) Sugar, spice, and all things nice! Join us for some baking themed stories, activities, and sensory play! A Spanish translator will be available.
Gift Creation Station
Sun, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades PreK-8) Drop in and join us in making some homemade holiday gifts! A Spanish translator will be available.
Registration opens Sunday, November 16 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Time 10:30 or 11:15
Mon, Dec 15, 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.
Pinecone Christmas Trees
Mon, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
DMS
Create miniature Christmas trees with pinecones!
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