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K-Pop Demon Hunters Party
2026-02-28 13:00:00 2026-02-28 14:00:00 America/Chicago K-Pop Demon Hunters Party (Families with kids and teens) We're goin' up, up, up, it's our moment to celebrate K-pop Demon Hunters! Come play games, karaoke, crafts, and more. Only children participating should be registered. Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level), Board Room 208 (2nd Level), Youth Program Room 253 A

Saturday, February 28
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-28 13:00:00 2026-02-28 14:00:00 America/Chicago K-Pop Demon Hunters Party (Families with kids and teens) We're goin' up, up, up, it's our moment to celebrate K-pop Demon Hunters! Come play games, karaoke, crafts, and more. Only children participating should be registered. Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level), Board Room 208 (2nd Level), Youth Program Room 253 A

Ottawa Street Branch

Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level), Board Room 208 (2nd Level), Youth Program Room 253 A

(Families with kids and teens) We're goin' up, up, up, it's our moment to celebrate K-pop Demon Hunters! Come play games, karaoke, crafts, and more. Only children participating should be registered.

Every attendee that registers in advance for the event will be enter into a raffle to win a free Huntrix / Saja Boys / Derpy Standee! Multiple winners! Must stay for entire event. Raffle will be drawn at the end. 

On-Street Parking
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 2 hours of free parking for library patrons who park in the city’s Ottawa Street Parking Deck. It is $1 an hour for any time over 2 hours by cash (at a kiosk) or by card at the exit. Please bring the ticket you received at the parking gate entrance to the library to have it validated. 

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

AGE GROUP: | Middle School | High School | Children |

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

TAGS: | Zoey | Sussie | Saja Boys | Rumi | Mira | Kpop Demon Hunters | Kpop | Jinu | Huntrix | Hunters | Derpy | Demon |

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Love Letters for Seniors
Thu, Jan 29, 9:30am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Bring the family together and help us make handmade Valentine’s cards to brighten the day of seniors in nursing homes. A small gesture with a big impact!
Preschool Storytime 10:00 or 11:00
Thu, Jan 29, 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.
Cancelled
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Jan 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch
(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, Jan 29, 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.
Registration is now closed
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Jan 29, 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.
Registration is now closed
Winter Preparedness for Kids
Thu, Jan 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades K-8) Get ready for winter fun with the Will County Emergency Management Agency.
Registration is now closed
Love Letters for Seniors
Thu, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Bring the family together and help us make handmade Valentine’s cards to brighten the day of seniors in nursing homes. A small gesture with a big impact!
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Thu, Jan 29, 2:30pm - 7:30pm
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
Teen and Tween Puzzle Challenge
Thu, Jan 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria - Door 14 - 3333 Black Rd.
(Grades 6-12) Join us for a puzzle race! Teams of 2-4 will work on the same puzzle competing against a 60 minute clock to be the quickest to finish. One registration per team, list members as guests.
Registration is now closed
Build Your Own Tangram
Thu, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades K-5) Come and make your own tangram puzzle and create endless designs!
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Jan 30, 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, Jan 31, 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, Jan 31, 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 10:00 or 11:00
Mon, Feb 02, 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, Feb 02, 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, Feb 02, 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.
Family Field Trip: Crave Cookies
Mon, Feb 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Crave Cookies - 2840 Plainfield Rd. Joliet, IL
(Grades K+ with adult) Check out the inner workings of a retail cookie shop and bakery. Please register each person attending.
This event is full
Chess Club
Mon, Feb 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(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.
Chess Club
Mon, Feb 02, 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.
Photography Club
Mon, Feb 02, 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, Feb 03, 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, Feb 03, 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.
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 03, 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, Feb 03, 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, Feb 03, 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
Rescheduled
Bob Ross Halfspeed Painting
Tue, Feb 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Tuesday, February 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Follow Bob at half speed using acrylics on canvas! Once we start, there is no stopping us!
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 03, 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
Heart and Soul
Tue, Feb 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 3-6) The heart is both a biological wonder and a symbol of emotion. Let’s learn about everything hearts!
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 03, 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 10:00 or 11:00
Wed, Feb 04, 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, Feb 04, 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, Feb 04, 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, Feb 04, 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.
This event is full
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Feb 04, 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, Feb 05, 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, Feb 05, 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
Homeschool Hangout
Thu, Feb 05, 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, Feb 05, 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, Feb 05, 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, Feb 05, 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
Play a Dungeons and Dragons Adventure!
Thu, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria - 3333 Black Road- Door 14
(Grades 6-12) Join us for a one-time Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition adventure.
WriteOn Joliet
Thu, Feb 05, 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 Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Feb 06, 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, Feb 07, 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.
Take Your Child to the Library Day: Suit Up to Read!
Sat, Feb 07, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Families with kids) Every hero has a story, bring your child to the library for a day of superhero fun!
Take Your Child to the Library Day: Suit Up to Read!
Sat, Feb 07, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Youth Services Department
(Families with kids) Every hero has a story, bring your child to the library for a day of superhero fun!
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, Feb 07, 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 10:00 or 11:00
Mon, Feb 09, 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, Feb 09, 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, Feb 09, 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, Feb 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(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.
Chess Club
Mon, Feb 09, 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.
Ceramic Creations
Mon, Feb 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria - 3333 Black Road- Door 14
(Grades 6-12) Come to paint and glaze a keepsake ceramic item and take it home to decorate your space.
NextGen Lit Book Club
Mon, Feb 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Critical Grind Board Game Cafe - 852 Sharp Dr # L, Shorewood, IL 60404
20s/30s Book Club - This month we are discussing Past Crimes by Jason Pinter
Native Americans of Illinois
Mon, Feb 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Historian Anneta Drilling Is sure to peak your interest with this program about the Native Americans who once lived on the land that is Illinois.
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Feb 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, Feb 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.
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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
Movie Club (18+)
Tue, Feb 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Every month we will choose a movie 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.
Bob Ross Halfspeed Painting
Tue, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Follow Bob at half speed using acrylics on canvas! Once we start, there is no stopping us!
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 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.
Bouncing Babies 10:00 or 11:00
Wed, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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.
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Feb 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Feb 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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Thu, Feb 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
Labubu Paint & Sip
Thu, Feb 12, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 1-5 with an adult) Get ready to paint everyone's favorite little Monster, Labubu! Only children participating should be registered.
Labubu Paint & Sip
Thu, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 6-12) Get ready to paint everyone's favorite little Monster, Labubu!
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Feb 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.
Preschool Explorers
Fri, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Ages 2-5 with adult) Children will hear stories, enjoy music, and explore the topic with hands-on activities.
Creativity Connections
Fri, Feb 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Learn new skills and make friends through the joy of creating. Sponsored by Catholic Charities.
Art Uncorked: Painting with the Library
Fri, Feb 13, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Bishops Hill Winery
Enjoy a creative afternoon at Bishops Hill Winery!
This event is full
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Feb 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.
Winter Walk
Sat, Feb 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Lawn
(Families with kids) Bring your loved ones or just your love of nature and join us for a scenic winter stroll along Rock Run Trail, just behind the library.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, Feb 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
Morning Book Discussion Group
Tue, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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.
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Tue, Feb 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, Feb 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.
Portrait Photography Basics (OSB)
Tue, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
All skill levels are welcome to learn the basic principles of portrait photography. Take turns experimenting with lighting techniques and learning your camera.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 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.
DIY Friendship Bracelets
Tue, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Make custom friendship bracelets for yourself or to share with friends or strangers!
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 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.
Video Game Club
Tue, Feb 17, 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.
Lunar New Year Storytime
Tue, Feb 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria- Door 14 - 3333 Black Rd., Joliet
(Birth-5 years with adult) Celebrate the Lunar New Year and introduce your family to Chinese culture through exciting stories, songs, games and activities presented by The Language Labs!
Bouncing Babies 10:00 or 11:00
Wed, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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.
Smart TV
Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Having trouble with your Smart TV? Don’t even know what that means? We will go through the applications that are available through your Smart TV, Roku, Fire Stick.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Feb 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.
Comic Book Creation Club
Wed, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Recording Lab B67
Help create a comic to be distributed at the library
Preschool Storytime 10:00 or 11:00
Thu, Feb 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, Feb 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Thu, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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
DIY Rice Heating Pads
Thu, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 6-12) Join us and make your very own rice heating pad to help you stay warm on a cold and chilly day.
WriteOn Joliet
Thu, Feb 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, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Board Room 208 (2nd Level)
Joliet Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Feb 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.
Pretend Play Day
Fri, Feb 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Youth Department
(Ages 3-5) Let’s pretend! Play with our imaginative play sets in the Youth department.
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, Feb 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.
Family Field Trip
Sat, Feb 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66 - 9 W. Cass St, Joliet, IL
(Grades K+ with adult) Enjoy a tour of this Joliet destination and get a behind-the-scenes look at how museums operate.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, Feb 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
African American Kinship Reunion Program
Sat, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
On-site DNA testing will occur after a presentation on African American Kinship. Must be 18 years old to agree to have DNA tested.
Toddler Time 10:00 or 11:00
Mon, Feb 23, 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, Feb 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.
This event is full
One on One Tech
Mon, Feb 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.
Magnet Pets
Mon, Feb 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Troy Craughwell School Cafeteria- Door 14, 3333 Black Rd, Joliet, IL 60435
(Grades 4-8) Create a small habitat to contain an interactive, fuzzy pet that moves with the power of magnets.
Chess Club
Mon, Feb 23, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(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.
Chess Club
Mon, Feb 23, 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.
Origami
Mon, Feb 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
DMS
Learn how to do cool origami!
This event is full
Bridges of Joliet
Mon, Feb 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
OSB - Local History Room
Local Historian Anneta Drilling will share information about the various bridges in Joliet.
This event is full
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Feb 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 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.
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Tue, Feb 24, 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, Feb 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 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.
Voice Over Club (16+)
Tue, Feb 24, 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!
African American History. . .LIVE!
Tue, Feb 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Ages 4-12 with adult) Join Kidsworks Touring Theatre actors as they travel through 400 years of history from Africa to America in this interactive production where YOU can be part of history!
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Feb 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.
Still Afraid of the Dark: An Evening with R.L. Stine
Tue, Feb 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Join us for a conversation with R.L. Stine, bestselling author of Goosebumps and Fear Street series.
Register
Bouncing Babies 10:00 or 11:00
Wed, Feb 25, 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, Feb 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.
One-on-One Tech Help
Wed, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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.
Family Game Night
Wed, Feb 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Troy Craughwell School - 3333 Black Road- Door 14
(Families with kids) Come out and play some board games. We will also have a few giant games and Nerf ax throwing.
Preschool Storytime 10:00 or 11:00
Thu, Feb 26, 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, Feb 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, Feb 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, Feb 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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Thu, Feb 26, 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
Middle School Book Club
Thu, Feb 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Troy Craughwell
(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.
Registration opens Thursday, January 29 2026 at 9:00am
Dress to Impress: IRL
Thu, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 3-8) Calling all fashionistas! Come earn your rank of Fashion Goddess with some DIY Dress to Impress crafts.
Registration opens Thursday, January 29 2026 at 9:00am
English Conversation Group: Beginner- High Beginner
Fri, Feb 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.
K-Pop Demon Hunters Party
Sat, Feb 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Board Room 208 (2nd Level),Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level),Youth Program Room 253 A
(Families with kids and teens) We're goin' up, up, up, it's our moment to celebrate K-pop Demon Hunters! Come play games, karaoke, crafts, and more. Only children participating should be registered.
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