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Gardening for Wildlife with Native Plants
2026-07-01 19:00:00 2026-07-01 20:00:00 America/Chicago Gardening for Wildlife with Native Plants Learn how to support birds and wildlife year-round with native gardening. Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B

Wednesday, July 01
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-01 19:00:00 2026-07-01 20:00:00 America/Chicago Gardening for Wildlife with Native Plants Learn how to support birds and wildlife year-round with native gardening. Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B

Black Road Branch

Meeting Room B

Learn how to support birds and wildlife year-round with native gardening.

Discover how native gardening provides birds and other wildlife with year-round resources. An Interpretive Naturalist from the Forest Preserve District of Will County will teach simple, practical strategies for getting started with native plants in your yard.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Tours and Presentations | Science and Nature |

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Black Road Branch

Phone: 815-740-2660
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Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 5:00PM

We're closed Sunday May 10 due to Mother's Day
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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English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, May 09, 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. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, May 09, 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. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, May 11, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) Toddler Time is a story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories, songs and a simple craft.
Chess Club
Mon, May 11, 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.
Digital Media Studio Open House
Mon, May 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Everyone is welcome to see the creative services offered at Joliet Public Library's Digital Media Studio!
NextGen Lit Book Club
Mon, May 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Critical Grind Board Game Cafe - 852 Sharp Dr # L, Shorewood, IL 60404
20s and 30s Book Club
Joliet's Historic Hotels
Mon, May 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New venue OSB - Local History Room
Local Historian Anneta Drilling will be present to speak about the historic hotels of Joliet's past.
This event is full
Wiggle Worms
Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(18 months - 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, May 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(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 Help
Tue, May 12, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 12, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
Movie Club (18+)
Tue, May 12, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
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.
Zine Creation
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 6-12) Join us in learning all about zines and make your own! All materials will be provided by library.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 12, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, May 13, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
(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, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth- 6 years old with adult) An interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Wed, May 13, 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
One on One Tech Help
Wed, May 13, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Intro to 3D printing
Wed, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
One on One Tech Help
Wed, May 13, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
A Novel Creation with Ceramic Creations
Wed, May 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
Get ready for Summer Reading by painting a ceramic book that opens for hidden storage inside—perfect for your favorite little treasures!
This event is full
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, May 13, 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 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, May 14, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(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, May 14, 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, May 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, May 14, 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, May 14, 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
English Conversation Group
Fri, May 15, 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
Fri, May 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Fri, May 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, May 16, 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. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, May 16, 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. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
Decluttering Your Family History
Sat, May 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
OSB - Local History Room
In this presentation you will learn how to keep what you need and get rid of what you don't when working on your family history.
So Tough: Pet Sounds at 60
Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Take a behind the scenes look at one of the most groundbreaking albums in American rock music.
Plant Swap
Sun, May 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Troy Township Office Parking Lot
Join the Troy Township 4th annual plant swap! Bring your plants, cuttings, seeds or plant accessories to share with others and make new plant friends!
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, May 18, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) Toddler Time is a story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories, songs and a simple craft.
Chess Club
Mon, May 18, 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.
Felt Corner Bookmarks
Mon, May 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
DMS
Create your own personalized bookmark out of felt!
This event is full
Morning Book Discussion Group
Tue, May 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
Start your day with great conversation and good books! Join our lively morning book group. Pick up your monthly selection at the Circulation Desk.
Wiggle Worms
Tue, May 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(18 months - 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, May 19, 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.
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One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 19, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(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 Help
Tue, May 19, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 19, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(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 Help
Tue, May 19, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Video Game Club
Tue, May 19, 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 Club. Play fun new multi-player video games. Try out our Virtual Reality Headsets. Fans of Pokémon can bring their Pokémon cards.
A Special Storytime with Chickens!
Tue, May 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(Kids of all ages with adult) We are egggs-tra egggs-ited about welcoming our new chickens to the library. Join us for a chicken themed storytime and craft and meet our new chickens!
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Babel-On with R.F. Kuang
Tue, May 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Join us for a discussion with "Katabasis" author R.F. Kuang
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Babel-On with R.F. Kuang
Tue, May 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Join us for a conversation with author R.F. Kuang
Register
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, May 20, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.
A Special Storytime with Chickens!
Wed, May 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Kids of all ages with adult) We are egggs-tra egggs-ited about welcoming our new chickens to the library. Join us for a chicken themed storytime and craft and meet the newly-hatched chickens!
Cancelled
One on One Tech Help
Wed, May 20, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
New venue 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
Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
FamilySearch Basics
Wed, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A
Learn how to create a FamilySearch account, recover a username or password, start building a Family Tree and understand privacy rules.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, May 20, 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 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, May 21, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(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, May 21, 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, May 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, May 21, 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.
Can I Pet that Dog?!
Thu, May 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Do you just want to drop in and pet some dogs? Stop by between 4:30 - 6pm! The Alliance of Therapy Dogs Team will be here with some of their specially trained furry friends for you to meet and pet!
Mexican Board Game Night
Thu, May 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades K+) Join us for a board game night featuring tradition and modern Mexican table games.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Board Room 208 (2nd Level)
Joliet Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
WriteOn Joliet
Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
Join WriteOn members in a safe, comfortable and supportive atmosphere to share your work, and constructive feedback so that everyone can benefit from our shared knowledge.
Maker's Guild - open session
Thu, May 21, 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.
English Conversation Group
Fri, May 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Board Room 208 (2nd Level)
(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
Fri, May 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Fri, May 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, May 23, 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. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, May 23, 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. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
Wiggle Worms
Tue, May 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(18 months - 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, May 26, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(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 Help
Tue, May 26, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
Exam Cram
Tue, May 26, 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 and have snacks and de-stressing activities available to keep you going.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 26, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Teen Volunteer Summer Reading Training
Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
Sign up for teen volunteer summer reading training. Learn how to distribute prizes and help library patrons with summer reading.
Register
One on One Tech Help
Tue, May 26, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, May 27, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
(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, May 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth- 6 years old with adult) An 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, May 27, 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 and have snacks and de-stressing activities available to keep you going.
Cancelled
One on One Tech Help
Wed, May 27, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Cancelled
One on One Tech Help
Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, May 27, 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.
Full Throttle Fiction Book Club
Wed, May 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Maurie's Table
This ain't your mama's book club
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, May 28, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(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, May 28, 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, May 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, May 28, 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
Exam Cram
Thu, May 28, 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 and have snacks and de-stressing activities available to keep you going.
Junk Journaling Workshop
Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Digital Media Studio - Industrial Lab
Share in the joys of journaling, memory keeping, and stationery with other creatives, no experience necessary! Just bring your own journal. Optionally, bring stationery items you wish to swap!
English Conversation Group
Fri, May 29, 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
Fri, May 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Fri, May 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A
(Adults, registration required) English class that will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Sat, May 30, 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. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
Bubble Play Day
Sat, May 30, 10:00am - 11:30am
Black Road Branch - Lawn
(Ages 10 and under with adult) Get ready to get messy! We'll have various bubble stations set up for you and the family to enjoy! Weather permitting. Check back here for updates.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Sat, May 30, 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. All participants are required to take a placement exam.
Teen Volunteer Summer Reading Training
Sat, May 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
Sign up for teen volunteer summer reading training. Learn how to distribute prizes and help library patrons with summer reading.
Register
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Jun 01, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) Toddler Time is a story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories, songs and a simple craft.
Photography Club
Mon, Jun 01, 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.
A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns about Falls
Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 11:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B
Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels.
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(18 months - 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, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Jun 02, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Jun 02, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adult registration required) Learn more about your computer, smart phone or tablet with our 30 min personal tech help sessions.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Family Concert with John Condron
Tue, Jun 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Lawn
(All ages) Enjoy an evening of lawn games and dancing with live music featuring local musician, John Condron. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and join the family fun!
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Jun 02, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, Jun 03, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.
Outdoor Family Storytime
Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Joliet City Center - 91 N Chicago St.
(Birth-6 years old with adult) Experience family storytime outside in Downtown Joliet’s brand new City Square! (In the event of inclement weather, storytime will be held inside the library.)
Family Field Trip: Joliet Police K-9 Unit
Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Joliet Police K-9 Training Facility - 125 Houbolt Rd, Joliet 60431
(Grades K+ with adult) Watch K-9 Police dogs in action and learn how they are trained to protect and serve the City of Joliet.
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Jun 03, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Lego ™ Club
Wed, Jun 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Ages 5 and up with adult) Come to the library and get creative building your own creations! The library will supply Lego™ bricks.
Creative Corner: Cricut Custom Cup
Wed, Jun 03, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 6-12) Get ready to get creative and customize your own cup with the Circuit. Drop in any time during this program.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth- 6 years with adult) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs and activities in both languages.
JPL On-The-Go: Storywalks
Wed, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lakewood Falls Village Park
(All ages) Join us for this summer’s Traveling StoryWalks, where you can enjoy a walk in the park, read an engaging story, make a fun craft and cool off with a frozen treat!
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Jun 04, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(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, Jun 04, 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, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, Jun 04, 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.
WriteOn Joliet
Thu, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
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.
Outdoor Family Storytime
Fri, Jun 05, 9:30am - 10:00am
Black Road Branch - Lawn
(Birth-6 years with adult) Experience storytime outside! Bring a blanket or chairs to sit on. Weather permitting. Check back here for updates.
English Conversation Group
Fri, Jun 05, 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.
Pop-Up Art Sale
Fri, Jun 05, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
Stop by our pop-up art sale featuring paintings, jewelry, ceramics, wreaths, and more—all handmade by Cornerstone Services artists!
JPL On-The-Go: Popsicles and Pup Cups
Fri, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Paul E. Briese Park - Ingalls Ave. & 129th Infantry Dr.
(All ages) We want to meet your furry friends! Bring your leashed dog(s), play games and enjoy a cold treat together!
Crafts with Anabel
Fri, Jun 05, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Try a new craft for free, here at the library!
This event is full
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Jun 08, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) Toddler Time is a story program for children who are not yet ready for the structure of storytime. Your child will enjoy stories, songs and a simple craft.
Computer Essentials
Mon, Jun 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B
Learn the absolute basics of computer hardware and software.
Trash to Treasure – Bird Feeder
Mon, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 1-5) Let’s turn some trash into treasure and make a bird feeder out of recycled materials!
Registration opens Monday, May 11 2026 at 9:00am
NextGen Lit Book Club
Mon, Jun 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Critical Grind Board Game Cafe - 852 Sharp Dr # L, Shorewood, IL 60404
20s and 30s Book Club
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