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Registration opens:
July 08th, 2026

All By Myself - School Preparedness
2026-08-05 14:00:00 2026-08-05 14:45:00 America/Chicago All By Myself - School Preparedness (Ages 4-6) Will your child be new to school this fall? This program is designed for kids to work together on basic skills without their caregiver present. Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)

Wednesday, August 05
2:00pm - 2:45pm

Add to Calendar 2026-08-05 14:00:00 2026-08-05 14:45:00 America/Chicago All By Myself - School Preparedness (Ages 4-6) Will your child be new to school this fall? This program is designed for kids to work together on basic skills without their caregiver present. Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)

Ottawa Street Branch

Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)

(Ages 4-6) Will your child be new to school this fall? This program is designed for kids to work together on basic skills without their caregiver present.

Adults must remain in the library after drop-off.

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: | Children |

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

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Ottawa Street Branch
Phone: 815-740-2660
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Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Jul 06, 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.
STEAM Team: Art Heist Summer Camp
Mon, Jul 06, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 5-8) In this week-long camp, middle school students will explore how STEAM components are used to solve real world problems by becoming deTECHtives and solving the mystery of an art heist.
This event is full
Live Action Role Play
Mon, Jul 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
(Grades 8-12) Interested in D&D or RPG video games? Come adventure with us IRL! Create a character, eat a legendary feast, and take part in an immersive quest! Be ready to act!
Registration is now closed
Photography Club
Mon, Jul 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.
A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns about Falls
Tue, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 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.
STEAM Team: Art Heist Summer Camp
Tue, Jul 07, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 5-8) In this week-long camp, middle school students will explore how STEAM components are used to solve real world problems by becoming deTECHtives and solving the mystery of an art heist.
This event is full
BINGO
Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Kids of all ages with adult) Bring the whole family to the library for a few games of Bingo. Lots of prizes will be won!
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 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.
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 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
Magician Trent James
Tue, Jul 07, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Ages 4+ with adult) Magician Trent James’s high-energy magic show combines mind-boggling magic with humor! Seating may be limited.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Jul 07, 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, Jul 08, 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, Jul 08, 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.)
STEAM Team: Art Heist Summer Camp
Wed, Jul 08, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 5-8) In this week-long camp, middle school students will explore how STEAM components are used to solve real world problems by becoming deTECHtives and solving the mystery of an art heist.
This event is full
Summer Reading Buddies
Wed, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades PreK-3 with adult) Join the club and adopt your very own stuffie pet to take home and read to! We will meet 4 times bi-weekly for fun activities with our reading buddies.
Registration is now closed
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Jul 08, 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.
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Jul 08, 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.
This event is full
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Jul 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.
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Jul 09, 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.
Cancelled
One on One Tech Help
Thu, Jul 09, 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.
Cancelled
One on One Tech Help
Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Lego ™ Club
Thu, Jul 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 5+ with adult) Come to the library and get creative building your own creations! The library will supply Lego™ bricks.
Cancelled
One on One Tech Help
Thu, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
STEAM Team: Art Heist Summer Camp
Thu, Jul 09, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 5-8) In this week-long camp, middle school students will explore how STEAM components are used to solve real world problems by becoming deTECHtives and solving the mystery of an art heist.
This event is full
Build It
Thu, Jul 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Grades 1-4) Can you build the tallest tower, fastest car, strongest bridge or best paper airplane? Find out, then test your creations!
Lucha Libre Night
Thu, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Families with kids and teens) The luchadores are back! Join us for a demonstration of the luchadores in action, crafts and games.
Outdoor Family Storytime
Fri, Jul 10, 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, Jul 10, 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.
JPL On-the-Go: Stuffie Tea Party
Fri, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Heggie Park Playground - Intersection of Collins St. & Williamson Ave
(Ages 3-8) Get dressed up and bring your favorite stuffie for a tea party! We will read some books, sing songs and have a snack.
STEAM Team: Art Heist Summer Camp
Fri, Jul 10, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 5-8) In this week-long camp, middle school students will explore how STEAM components are used to solve real world problems by becoming deTECHtives and solving the mystery of an art heist.
This event is full
Crafts with Anabel
Fri, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Try a new craft for free, here at the library!
This event is full
Not Quite a 5K Family Fun Run/ Walk
Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Patio
(Kids of all ages with adult) Break out your running shoes for a fun run starting at the library and trailing through the Rock Run Nature Preserve. Weather permitting. Check back here for updates.
Chess Club
Sat, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Services Department
(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.
Less Piles Better Files - Organizing Your Genealogy Research
Sat, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
OSB - Local History Room
This program focuses on how to keep your genealogy files organized.
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Jul 13, 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.
Storybook Art
Mon, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
(Grades K-3) Read a fun picture book and create your own art project from the story.
Rocket League IRL
Mon, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 3-8) Come play everyone's favorite car soccer game in Real Life! Play Rocket League with RC cars! Get ready to score some goals and crash some cars!
Album Club
Mon, Jul 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
(Grades 9-12) Like a book club, but with music! Listen to a selected album at home, then meet up and share reviews, discuss favorite songs, and explore new artists together.
NextGen Lit Book Club
Mon, Jul 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Critical Grind Board Game Cafe - 852 Sharp Dr # L, Shorewood, IL 60404
20s and 30s Book Club
Family Field Trip: Fusion Beauty Academy
Mon, Jul 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Fusion Beauty Academy - 18 Ohio St, Joliet
(Grades K+ with Adult) Have fun touring Fusion Beauty School and see how hair is styled.
A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns about Falls
Tue, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 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.
Toddler Dance Party
Tue, Jul 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Lawn
(Ages 1-4 with adult) Shake your sillies out to fun interactive music at this program. We'll dance, sing, and even play with a parachute! Weather permitting. Check back here for updates.
Family Craft
Tue, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Ages 3+ with adult) Craft together as a family! Drop in for a make and take craft.
Garden Club
Tue, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grade 2-5) Let’s grow! Learn about plants from seed to veggie, and everything in between, with a master gardener. Attendance encouraged, but not required, for both sessions.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 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.
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Jul 14, 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
Movie Club (18+)
Tue, Jul 14, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 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, Jul 15, 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, Jul 15, 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.)
Bingo
Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Kids of all ages with adult) Bring the whole family to the library for a few games of Bingo. Lots of prizes will be won!
Boredom Busters
Wed, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Grades 1-5) Feeling bored? Stop by the library to find out about new hobbies and try them out!
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Jul 15, 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.
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Jul 15, 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.
Digital Media Studio Open House
Wed, Jul 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Everyone is welcome to see the creative services offered at Joliet Public Library's Digital Media Studio!
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth- 6 years with adult) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs and activities in both languages.
Create A Miniature Wine Case
Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A
Build your own Wine Case from the beginning. Students will measure and install brackets and shelves (pre cut), select wine bottles and glasses which can be mounted on a mirrored tray.
This event is full
Route 66 From Chicago to St. Louis
Wed, Jul 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
You don't have to drive all the way to California to enjoy Route 66 during its 100th anniversary year!
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Jul 16, 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, Jul 16, 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, Jul 16, 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.
El Mago Magic Show
Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
City Square - 105 N. Chicago St., Joliet, Il, 60432
(All Ages) El Mago will entertain and amaze you with his illusions at this fun family bilingual magic show! Bring a blanket or chairs to sit on. Moved to the library if raining.
One on One Tech Help
Thu, Jul 16, 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, Jul 16, 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!
Board of Trustees Meeting
Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
Joliet Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Joliet Public Library Presents: The Honey Heist
Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Teen Room
(Grades 8-12) You are part of an elite group of bears trying to pull off the biggest heist the world has ever seen. Get up to nefarious bear-shaped hijinks in this Tabletop RPG.
WriteOn Joliet
Thu, Jul 16, 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, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 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.
Joliet History Discussion Group
Sat, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
OSB - Local History Room
Discussions are of Joliet history. Topics of Discussion are chosen by the group.
JPL Birthday Bash
Sat, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Kids of all ages with adult) You're invited to the Joliet Public Library's 150th Birthday Party! Join in on this special celebration with games, songs and crafts!
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Jul 20, 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.
Family Field Trip:Slammers Stadium Tour
Mon, Jul 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Duly Health & Care Field - 1 Mayor Art Schultz Dr, Joliet
(Ages 4+ with adult) Get a behind-the-scenes tour of the Joliet Slammers stadium! Registration required for each person attending this event.
This event is full
Clay Mosaic
Mon, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 1-5) Bring your imagination and create your own unique piece of mosaic art!
Feather Fans
Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DMS
Make your very own fabulous feathered fan!
This event is full
Morning Book Discussion Group
Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A
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, Jul 21, 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.
Water Play Day
Tue, Jul 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Lawn
(Kids of all ages with adult) Cool off in our "do it yourself" waterpark! We'll even have a waterslide!
Lawyers in the Library
Tue, Jul 21, 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
Water Play Day
Tue, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch - Lawn
(Kids of all ages with adult) Cool off in our "do it yourself" waterpark! We'll even have a waterslide!
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Jul 21, 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, Jul 21, 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.
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Jul 21, 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, Jul 21, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Jul 21, 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
Video Game Club
Tue, Jul 21, 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.
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, Jul 22, 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, Jul 22, 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.)
Summer Reading Buddies
Wed, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades PreK-3 with adult) Join the club and adopt your very own stuffie pet to take home and read to! We will meet 4 times bi-weekly for fun activities with our reading buddies.
Registration is now closed
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Jul 22, 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.
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Jul 22, 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.
Unique Glitter Bookmark
Wed, Jul 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Grades 6-8) Create unique bookmarks with tape, glitter and glue. Make one for you and gift a friend with your creation.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Jul 22, 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
Full Throttle Fiction Book Club
Wed, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
This ain't your mama's book club.
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Jul 23, 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, Jul 23, 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.
Play With Your Food
Thu, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Ages 2-6) Unwrap the "tortilla-ly" fun journey of this Mexican staple from farm to table. Explore the story behind the tortilla as we mix, make, y mas!
One on One Tech Help
Thu, Jul 23, 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, Jul 23, 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.
Perler Bead Creations
Thu, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
(Grades K-8) Show off your skills as you make Perler bead art. We’ll bring the supplies, you bring the inspiration.
Family Paint ‘n Sip: Toy Story
Thu, Jul 23, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades K+ with adult) “You’ve got a friend in me!” Have the family learn how to paint everyone’s favorite Toy Story friend!
Puzzle Pandemonium
Thu, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A
Get ready to join the pandemonium and race against the clock for a chance to win a prize!
Lets Play! Jackbox Party Pack 3
Thu, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B
(Grades 9-12) Come play some online games with us from Jackbox Party Pack 3! Smartphones are required to play.
Purr & Pose: Kitten Yoga (Adult Only)
Thu, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Learn gentle yoga poses focused on staying on the floor to optimize roaming kitten cuddle sessions. A great way to reduce stress, increase happiness, and help a furry friend in need!
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Outdoor Family Storytime
Fri, Jul 24, 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, Jul 24, 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.
JPL On-the-Go: Monarch Mania
Fri, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preservation Park - 710 Taylor St Joliet, IL 60435
(Kids of all ages with adult) Erin Noon, Environmental Educator for Will County's Land Use Department, will be educating us on everything monarch and how our land use affects them.
Intro to 3D printing
Fri, Jul 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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.
Crafts with Anabel
Fri, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Try a new craft for free, here at the library!
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Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Jul 27, 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.
Maker Monday
Mon, Jul 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
(Grades 5-12) Hang out with friends or make some new ones while you try out a different project each month. We'll have materials available for you to explore, with larger equipment rotating.
A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns about Falls
Tue, Jul 28, 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, Jul 28, 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.
Family Craft
Tue, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Ages 3+ with adult) Craft together as a family! Drop in for a make and take craft.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Jul 28, 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, Jul 28, 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.
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One on One Tech Help
Tue, Jul 28, 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.
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One on One Tech Help
Tue, Jul 28, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Jul 28, 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.
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Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, Jul 29, 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, Jul 29, 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.)
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Jul 29, 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.
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One on One Tech Help
Wed, Jul 29, 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.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Jul 29, 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, Jul 30, 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, Jul 30, 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, Jul 30, 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.
Library Field Day
Thu, Jul 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades K-5) Get ready to play! Join us for an unforgettable day of fun and games.
One on One Tech Help
Thu, Jul 30, 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.
Ready for Kindergarten
Thu, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Ages 4-5 with adult) Experience what you can expect when you go to school for the first time. We will have a pretend class and practice some skills needed for your first day.
Baby Yoda Escape Room
Thu, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 6-12) Travel to a galaxy far far away and work with the Mandalorian to try and rescue everyone's favorite little guy, Baby Yoda aka Grogu in this fun library escape room!
Junk Journaling Workshop
Thu, Jul 30, 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!
Outdoor Family Storytime
Fri, Jul 31, 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, Jul 31, 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.
KidzFest
Sat, Aug 01, 10:00am - 3:00pm
City Square - 105 N. Chicago St, Joliet
(Kids of all ages with adult) Join us for a day of fun with other organizations in Downtown Joliet! Stop by our booth and say hi to learn more about the library.
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Aug 03, 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, Aug 03, 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.
Burnham Live
Mon, Aug 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
OSB - Local History Room
Learn about the architect in his portrayer's words.
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Aug 04, 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.
BINGO
Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Kids of all ages with adult) Bring the whole family to the library for a few games of Bingo. Lots of prizes will be won!
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Aug 04, 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, Aug 04, 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.
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One on One Tech Help
Tue, Aug 04, 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, Aug 04, 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.
Bob Ross Paint Along - Slowed
Tue, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Follow Bob at half speed using acrylics on canvas! Once we start, there is no stopping us!
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One on One Tech Help
Tue, Aug 04, 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, Aug 05, 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, Aug 05, 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.)
All By Myself - School Preparedness
Wed, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Ages 4-6) Will your child be new to school this fall? This program is designed for kids to work together on basic skills without their caregiver present.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 8 2026 at 9:00am
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Aug 05, 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.
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Aug 05, 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, Aug 05, 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.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Aug 05, 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, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Kendall Ridge 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!
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