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Registration opens:
March 12th, 2026

Nerds Night Out

Off-Site
2026-04-09 17:30:00 2026-04-09 18:30:00 America/Chicago Nerds Night Out (Grades 6-12) Ready for some nerdy fun? We will have stations with different nerdy activities. Then make a take home kit for your own night with friends. Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria - 3333 Black Road- Door 14

Thursday, April 09
5:30pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-09 17:30:00 2026-04-09 18:30:00 America/Chicago Nerds Night Out (Grades 6-12) Ready for some nerdy fun? We will have stations with different nerdy activities. Then make a take home kit for your own night with friends. Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria - 3333 Black Road- Door 14

Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria

3333 Black Road- Door 14

(Grades 6-12) Ready for some nerdy fun? We will have stations with different nerdy activities. Then make a take home kit for your own night with friends.

AGE GROUP: | Middle School | High School |

EVENT TYPE: | Games/Play/Trivia | Arts and Crafts |

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Black Road Branch

Phone: 815-740-2660
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We're open 9:00AM to 9:00PM

About the branch

Black Road Branch(BRB):The Black Road Branch, on the city’s west side, sits adjacent to the beautiful Rock Run Preserve. Home to truly exciting programming and a large collection of books and materials.

Upcoming events

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Wiggle Worms
Tue, Mar 10, 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, Mar 10, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Black Road Branch
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Registration is now closed
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 10, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Tue, Mar 10, 2:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(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, Mar 10, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Super MAR10 Party
Tue, Mar 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Youth Department
(Ages 3+ with adult) Let’s-a-go to the library to celebrate National MAR10 day (Mar 10=Mario). Drop by to enjoy games, a craft and a photo op!
Movie Club (18+)
Tue, Mar 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Every month we will choose movies to watch and discuss at the next meeting. Think of it like a book club but with movies. We will discuss what we liked or didn't like about each film.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Registration is now closed
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 10, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Registration is now closed
Bouncing Babies 10:00 or 11:00
Wed, Mar 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Rd., 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, Mar 11, 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 11, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 11, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Mar 11, 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 10:00 or 11:00
Thu, Mar 12, 10:00am - 11:30am
Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Rd., Joliet, IL 60431
(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs in a group environment with a craft. All adults are to bring their photo ID with them every time.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(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
Thu, Mar 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Thu, Mar 12, 2:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(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
Videography Basics
Thu, Mar 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
All skill levels are welcome to learn the basic principles of shooting videos. We will cover frame rates, shutter speed, slow motion and more!
Audrey Hepburn
Thu, Mar 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
Join us for an evening with the beloved actress Audrey Hepburn, portrayed by award-winning actress and historian Leslie Goddard.
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Mar 13, 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.
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Mar 14, 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, Mar 14, 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
How to Catch a Leprechaun
Sun, Mar 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Ages 3-12 with adult) Can you trap a mischievous leprechaun? Design and build your own gadget to take home and try! Supplies are provided.
Toddler Time 10:00 or 11:00
Mon, Mar 16, 10:00am - 11:30am
Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Rd., 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 and songs.
One on One Tech
Mon, Mar 16, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
One on One Tech
Mon, Mar 16, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
Chess Club
Mon, Mar 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 1-5) Whether you’re a beginner or already know some chess, join us for a fun chess experience and the chance to make new friends with guidance from instructor Jenn Johnson.
Morning Book Discussion Group
Tue, Mar 17, 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, Mar 17, 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.
Lawyers in the Library
Tue, Mar 17, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Meet with attorneys from Prairie State Legal Services during our Lawyers in the Library event. They can answer questions about a variety of civil legal matters. Registration is required through PSLS.
Register
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 17, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Black Road Branch
(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, Mar 17, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Tue, Mar 17, 2:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(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, Mar 17, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 17, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
The Talent Showcase
Tue, Mar 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Join us for an upstaging performance! Choose to perform or watch at this multi-talent event. Interested performers call 815.846.3127 or email dms@jolietlibrary.org (Acts must be library appropriate)
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Special Storytime
Tue, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria - 3333 Black Road- Door 14
(Birth-6 years with adult) Come listen to a few stories and sing songs with your friends and family. Enjoy a craft afterward.
Video Game Club
Tue, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(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.
Bouncing Babies 10:00 or 11:00
Wed, Mar 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Rd., 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, Mar 18, 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 18, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Anything But a Brush
Wed, Mar 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 2-6 with adult) Skip the brush and experiment with texture and design using a variety of natural and household objects.
Rescheduled
FamilySearch Basics
Wed, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
New date Wednesday, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch
Learn how to create a FamilySearch account, recover a username or password, start building a Family Tree and understand privacy rules.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Mar 18, 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 10:00 or 11:00
Thu, Mar 19, 10:00am - 11:30am
Galowich Family YMCA - 749 Houbolt Rd., Joliet, IL 60431
(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs in a group environment with a craft. All adults are to bring their photo ID with them every time.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Thu, Mar 19, 2:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(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
Reading Rangers Book Club
Thu, Mar 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria, Door 14 - 3333 Black Rd, Joliet
(Grades 2-4) Join us to discuss a book and do a fun activity. Register, pick up the book at Black Road Branch Youth Services and read it before we meet.
Artist in Training with Shane-Jahi Jackson
Thu, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 3-6) Create your own painting masterpiece with Joliet native Shane-Jahi Jackson and learn more about the artistic process. Bring a photo of yourself that we can copy to use in your artwork.
WriteOn Joliet
Thu, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 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.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Thu, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Board Room 208 (2nd Level)
Joliet Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Maker's Guild - open session
Thu, Mar 19, 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.
Beyond the Page with Percival Everett
Thu, Mar 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Tune in for our conversation with Percival Everett to get a glimpse beyond the page.
Register
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Mar 20, 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.
String Art
Fri, Mar 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
DMS
Make a fantastic work of art out of string!
This event is full
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Mar 21, 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, Mar 21, 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
The Superhero In Reel Time
Sat, Mar 21, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
Stop in for a live drawing performance and workshop from one of the artists behind Deadpool, Wolverine, and many other Marvel Superheroes!
Chunky Yarn Friendship Bracelet Kit
Sun, Mar 22, All day
Joliet Public Library- Black Road Branch - Youth Services Department
(Grades 3-6) Looking for Spring Break fun? Make a colorful, chunky yarn bracelet for yourself and share one with a friend.
Teen Craft Kit
Sun, Mar 22, All day
Youth Department
(Grades 7-12) Looking for Spring Break fun? Come by the Youth Department and pick up your take-home kit. Pickup available March 22-April 5.
Family Field Trip JJC Automotive
Mon, Mar 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Joliet Junior College - 1215 Houbolt Road C-Building
(Grades K+ with adult) Participants will tour the 18,000 square foot shop that houses up-to-date automotive technology and equipment that help students develop in-demand skills for the workforce.
One on One Tech
Mon, Mar 23, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
One on One Tech
Mon, Mar 23, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
Theaters of Joliet
Mon, Mar 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
OSB - Local History Room
Local Historian Anneta Drilling will talk about some interesting facts of theaters in Joliet.
This event is full
Button Making
Tue, Mar 24, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Kids of all ages) Come in to make a few buttons to take home with you. Use your creativity to make your own design or use a pre-cut template.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Tue, Mar 24, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(Grades PreK-5) Tues, Mar. 24, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Drop off your special friend, make them a nametag, and read them a bedtime story. Wed, March 25, 9:30-10:00 a.m. Reunion! Sleepover slideshow and snacks!
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Mar 24, 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.
Which Nest is Best?
Tue, Mar 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grade K-2) Different types of birds have a variety of diets, habitats and behaviors. Explore and test your knowledge of nests, beaks and all things fowl.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 24, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Black Road Branch
(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, Mar 24, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch
(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, Mar 24, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 24, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(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, Mar 24, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Pop-up Tattoo Parlor
Wed, Mar 25, 9:00am - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Kids of all ages) Stop by the Youth Desk at Black Road and get “tatted up” with temporary tattoos!
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Wed, Mar 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades PreK-5) Tues, Mar. 24, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Drop off your special friend, make them a nametag, and read them a bedtime story. Wed, March 25, 9:30-10:00 a.m. Reunion! Sleepover slideshow and snacks!
Family Storytime
Wed, Mar 25, 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.
Giant Battleship
Wed, Mar 25, 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 1-12) "You sunk my battleship!" Drop in and play a giant version of Battleship!
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 25, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Mar 25, 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.
History of the Bagpipes
Wed, Mar 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Bagpiper Kevin Chapman introduces us to one of the oldest instruments still played in the world today. This will also include a demonstration of the pipes and display of the regalia.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Mar 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Foil Embossing
Thu, Mar 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria - 3333 Black Road- Door 14
(Grades 4-6) Try your skills at foil embossing. We’ll bring the supplies, you bring the inspiration.
I Survived Escape Room
Thu, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 3-8) “When disaster strikes, heroes are made.” Come test your resilience and see if you have what it takes to escape catastrophe!
Puppy Yoga
Thu, Mar 26, 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
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Mar 27, 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.
Toddler Bunny Hop
Fri, Mar 27, 10:30am - 11:15am
Black Road Branch - Lawn,Patio
(Ages 1-3 with adult) Little bunnies unite for a bunny story, songs and a mini race on the path outside of the library. Make sure to bundle up in case of cold weather!
Bingo
Fri, Mar 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Kids of all ages) Drop by the library for a few games of Bingo. Lots of prizes will be won!
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Mar 28, 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.
Miss Jamie's Farm
Sat, Mar 28, 11:00am - 11:45am
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Ages 2+ with adult) Sing, dance, laugh and learn about life down on the farm with Miss Jamie and her puppet animal friends! Kids will use the power of their imagination in this interactive show.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, Mar 28, 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
LIVE Costa Rica Virtual Tour
Sat, Mar 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
Experience a virtual tour of the city of San Jose with Enjoy Virtual Tours Costa Rica
One on One Tech
Mon, Mar 30, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
One on One Tech
Mon, Mar 30, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
Chess Club
Mon, Mar 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 1-5) Whether you’re a beginner or already know some chess, join us for a fun chess experience and the chance to make new friends with guidance from instructor Jenn Johnson.
Button Making
Tue, Mar 31, 9:00am - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Kids of all ages) Come in to make a few buttons to take home with you. Use your creativity to make your own design or use a pre-cut template.
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Mar 31, 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, Mar 31, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Black Road Branch
(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, Mar 31, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Tue, Mar 31, 2:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(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, Mar 31, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 31, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Voice Over Club (16+)
Tue, Mar 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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!
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Mar 31, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Pop-up Tattoo Parlor
Wed, Apr 01, 9:00am - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Kids of all ages) Stop by the Youth Desk at Black Road and get “tatted up” with temporary tattoos!
Family Storytime
Wed, Apr 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Apr 01, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Apr 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, Apr 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Homeschool Hangout
Thu, Apr 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Ages 5-12 with adult) Meet other homeschoolers and do a new activity each month.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Apr 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Apr 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Thu, Apr 02, 2:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(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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Pokémon Meetup
Thu, Apr 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria - 3333 Black Road- Door 14
(Grades 1-8) 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.
WriteOn Joliet
Thu, Apr 02, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Join WriteOn members in a safe, comfortable and supportive atmosphere to share your work, and constructive feedback so that everyone can benefit from our shared knowledge.
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Apr 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.
Birds of a Feather
Sat, Apr 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Lawn
(Grades K-5, registration required) An expert from Wild Birds Unlimited will join us to share some basics of observing and identifying backyard birds. We will walk the nature trail and make a craft.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, Apr 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
Toddler Time 9:30
Mon, Apr 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(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 and songs.
One on One Tech
Mon, Apr 06, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
One on One Tech
Mon, Apr 06, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
Photography Club
Mon, Apr 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, Apr 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, Apr 07, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Black Road Branch
(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, Apr 07, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch
(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, Apr 07, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Robot Rally
Tue, Apr 07, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria- Door 14, 3333 Black Rd, Joliet, IL 60435
(Grades 1-3) Learn basic coding principles while working with adorable robots.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(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, Apr 07, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full
Bouncing Babies 9:30
Wed, Apr 08, 9:30am - 10:00am
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(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, Apr 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Apr 08, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Apr 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.
Soapmaking 101
Wed, Apr 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Join us for a soapmaking class and make your own luxurious soap! The owner of Soapy Roads of Lombard will present this eco-friendly class. Natural materials will be provided.
This event is full
Teen Rage Room
Wed, Apr 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Board Room 208 (2nd Level),Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 6-12) Stressed out? Overwhelmed? Anger at the world? Let it out in this rage room! Get ready to rage and learn healthy ways to release anger and alleviate stress.
Registration opens Wednesday, March 11 2026 at 9:00am
Preschool Storytime 9:30
Thu, Apr 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(3 - 5 years with adult) A chance for children to explore the world of books through stories and songs in a group environment with a craft.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Apr 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Apr 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Nerds Night Out
Thu, Apr 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria - 3333 Black Road- Door 14
(Grades 6-12) Ready for some nerdy fun? We will have stations with different nerdy activities. Then make a take home kit for your own night with friends.
Registration opens Thursday, March 12 2026 at 9:00am
Intro to 3D printing
Thu, Apr 09, 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
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