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2026-01-02 00:00:00 2026-01-02 23:59:00 America/Chicago Black Road Branch-Closed The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 2 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and more spacious experience. Black Road Branch -

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Add to Calendar 2026-01-02 00:00:00 2026-01-02 23:59:00 America/Chicago Black Road Branch-Closed The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 2 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and more spacious experience. Black Road Branch -

The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 2 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and more spacious experience.

When we reopen, construction will not be fully complete, but you will enjoy significant improvements, including:

  • Our full collection available for browsing
  • Much more open space throughout the building
  • Updated children’s and adult areas to explore and enjoy
  • Study rooms available for quiet work and reading
  • Only the meeting rooms on the north side will remain unavailable during this phase

What’s available while we’re closed?

  • The drive-thru window will open on December 22
  • Our Downtown Branch is fully open
  • Nearby Pinnacle libraries: Shorewood, White Oak, and Plainfield are also available

Thank you for your patience as we prepare this improved space for you. We can’t wait to welcome you back to a brighter, more open Black Road Branch!

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Local History/Genealogy/Culture |

TAGS: | closings | closed |

Black Road Branch

Phone: 815-740-2660
Hours
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Today's hours

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, 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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Tue, Dec 09, 5:30pm - 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
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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Wed, Dec 10, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
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
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.
This event is full
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Thu, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 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
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.
Black Road Branch-Closed
Mon, Dec 15, All day
Black Road Branch
The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 2 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and more spacious experience.
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!
Black Road Branch-Closed
Tue, Dec 16, All day
Black Road Branch
The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 2 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and more spacious experience.
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Dec 16, 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, Dec 16, 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
Exam Cram
Tue, Dec 16, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 9-12) Stress less over finals at the library! You provide the study materials and we’ll provide space to study. Snacks and de-stressing activities will be available to keep you going.
The Talent Showcase
Tue, Dec 16, 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)
Special Storytime
Tue, Dec 16, 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.
Black Road Branch-Closed
Wed, Dec 17, All day
Black Road Branch
The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 2 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and more spacious experience.
Bouncing Babies 10:30 or 11:15
Wed, Dec 17, 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 17, 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.
Exam Cram
Wed, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 9-12) Stress less over finals at the library! You provide the study materials and we’ll provide space to study. Snacks and de-stressing activities will be available to keep you going.
Pet the Dog
Wed, Dec 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grade 7-12) Take a break from studying and come hang out with a dog!
Paint a Ceramic Pot
Wed, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Art Studio B75
Paint a cute planter for a real or faux plant.
This event is full
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Board Room 208 (2nd Level)
(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, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Recording Lab B67
Work with likeminded creators to make a comic book from scratch.
Black Road Branch-Closed
Thu, Dec 18, All day
Black Road Branch
The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 2 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and more spacious experience.
Preschool Storytime 10:30 or 11:15
Thu, Dec 18, 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.
Exam Cram
Thu, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 9-12) Stress less over finals at the library! You provide the study materials and we’ll provide space to study. Snacks and de-stressing activities will be available to keep you going.
Can I Pet that Dog?!
Thu, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 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.
Black Road Branch-Closed
Fri, Dec 19, All day
Black Road Branch
The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 2 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and more spacious experience.
Black Road Branch-Closed
Sat, Dec 20, All day
Black Road Branch
The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 2 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and more spacious experience.
Black Road Branch-Closed
Sun, Dec 21, All day
Black Road Branch
The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 2 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and more spacious experience.
Black Road Branch-Closed
Mon, Dec 22, All day
Black Road Branch
The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 2 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and more spacious experience.
Black Road Branch-Closed
Tue, Dec 23, All day
Black Road Branch
The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 2 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and more spacious experience.
Black Road Branch-Closed
Fri, Dec 26, All day
Black Road Branch
The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 2 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and more spacious experience.
Black Road Branch-Closed
Sat, Dec 27, All day
Black Road Branch
The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 2 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and more spacious experience.
Black Road Branch-Closed
Sun, Dec 28, All day
Black Road Branch
The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 2 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and more spacious experience.
Black Road Branch-Closed
Mon, Dec 29, All day
Black Road Branch
The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 2 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and more spacious experience.
Black Road Branch-Closed
Tue, Dec 30, All day
Black Road Branch
The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 2 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and more spacious experience.
Voice Over Club
Tue, Dec 30, 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
Noon Year's Eve Celebration
Wed, Dec 31, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Children of all ages with adult) Countdown to 2026 kid-style with some festive family fun! Music and party favors will await your arrival complete with a countdown and grape juice toast at noon!
Cozy Winter Village
Fri, Jan 02, All day
Black Road Branch
(Kids of all ages) Join our Cozy Winter Village at the library! Pick up a paper house template to decorate here or at home.
Black Road Branch-Closed
Fri, Jan 02, All day
Black Road Branch
The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 2 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and more spacious experience.
Cozy Winter Village
Mon, Jan 05, All day
Black Road Branch
(Kids of all ages) Join our Cozy Winter Village at the library! Pick up a paper house template to decorate here or at home.
Photography Club
Mon, Jan 05, 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.
Homeschool Hangout
Thu, Jan 08, 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.
Registration opens Thursday, December 11 2025 at 9:00am
Intro to 3D printing
Thu, Jan 08, 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.
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