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NextGen Lit Book Club
Monday, December 14
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch
Meeting Room B20s and 30s Book Club
NextGen Lit invites adults in their 20s and 30s to talk about books with other like-minded readers. The group meets on the 2nd Monday of the month at 6:30pm. We will read books from our YA and adult collections ranging from fantasy to horror and everything in between! Pick up a copy of this month's book at Joliet Public Library Black Road Branch.
This month we will be reading A Well-Trained Wife: My Escape from Christian Patriarchy by Tia Levings. Grab a copy of this month's book at the Black Road Branch!
The meeting is being held offsite at Critical Grind Board Game Cafe (852 Sharp Dr # L, Shorewood, IL 60404).
Black Road Branch
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.
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Tue, Oct 27, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Youth Services Department
(Kids of all ages) Let your voice be heard and cast your vote on which animal is the best! Voting starts Tuesday, Oct. 27 and runs through Nov. 3. Winners will be announced Nov. 4.
Tue, Oct 27, 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.
Tue, Oct 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Ages 5-12 with adult) Come hang out at the library. Meet other homeschoolers and create a marble run from provided materials with your family!
Registration is now closed
Tue, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Registration is now closed
Rescheduled
Tue, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
New date Tuesday, October 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Whether you’re an experienced colorist or simply looking for a fun way to unwind, our Adult Coloring Club is a welcoming space to relax and enjoy some creative time.
Materials are provided.
Tue, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Whether you’re an experienced colorist or simply looking for a fun way to unwind, our Adult Coloring Club is a welcoming space to relax and enjoy some creative time.
Materials are provided.
Tue, Oct 27, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Registration is now closed
Tue, Oct 27, 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.
Tue, Oct 27, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Registration is now closed
Tue, Oct 27, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Black Road Branch Youth Department
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. To cancel, call 815-846-6508.
Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
¿Te encanta leer? Únete a nuestro club de lectura. Leemos un libro al mes que aborda diversos temas. Este mes vamos a leer el libro.
Pájaro en la boca y otros cuentos by Samanta Schweblin
Registration is now closed
Tue, Oct 27, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
(Grades 1-3) Learn basic coding principles while working with adorable robots.
Tue, Oct 27, 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.
Registration is now closed
Tue, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(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.
Tue, Oct 27, 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.
Registration is now closed
Tue, Oct 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Wait for your numbers to be called and try to win prizes!
Registration is now closed
Wed, Oct 28, 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.
Wed, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult)
An interactive experience with all your favorite storytime elements combined into one event.
Wed, Oct 28, 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.
Wed, Oct 28, 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.
Wed, Oct 28, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Black Road Branch Youth Department
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. To cancel, call 815-846-6508.
Wed, Oct 28, 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.
Wed, Oct 28, 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.
Wed, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 6-12) Oh the Horror!!! (At the Library) Embrace the scare through some scary stories, horror crafts, and surprise jump scares. Come if you dare! Babies can stay home. 🦍
Wed, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.
Wed, Oct 28, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
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
Thu, Oct 29, 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.
Thu, Oct 29, 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.
Thu, Oct 29, 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
Thu, Oct 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.
This event is full
Thu, Oct 29, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Black Road Branch Youth Department
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. To cancel, call 815-846-6508.
Thu, Oct 29, 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!
Fri, Oct 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.
Fri, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Ages birth-6 years with adult) Celebrate Halloween as we read not-so-spooky stories, do a craft and practice trick-or-treating around the library! Costumes are encouraged, but not required.
Fri, Oct 30, 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.
Fri, Oct 30, 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.
Sun, Nov 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Kids of all ages with adult) Come and celebrate the Day of the Dead. Learn about the celebration and enjoy crafts, games and music.
Mon, Nov 02, 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.
Mon, Nov 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required)
Improve your English with our weekly tutoring sessions. We offer personalized support across all levels, beginner through advanced.
This event is full
Mon, Nov 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required)
Improve your English with our weekly tutoring sessions. We offer personalized support across all levels, beginner through advanced.
This event is full
Mon, Nov 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required)
Improve your English with our weekly tutoring sessions. We offer personalized support across all levels, beginner through advanced.
This event is full
Mon, Nov 02, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required)
Improve your English with our weekly tutoring sessions. We offer personalized support across all levels, beginner through advanced.
Mon, Nov 02, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Mon, Nov 02, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Mon, Nov 02, 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.
Mon, Nov 02, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Black Road Branch Youth Department
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. To cancel, call 815-846-6508.
Mon, Nov 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.
Mon, Nov 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.
Tue, Nov 03, 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.
Tue, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
(Ages 3+ with adult) Craft together as a family! Drop by the library for a make-and-take craft.
Tue, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Rescheduled
Tue, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
New date Tuesday, November 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Whether you’re an experienced colorist or simply looking for a fun way to unwind, our Adult Coloring Club is a welcoming space to relax and enjoy some creative time.
Materials are provided.
Tue, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Whether you’re an experienced colorist or simply looking for a fun way to unwind, our Adult Coloring Club is a welcoming space to relax and enjoy some creative time.
Materials are provided.
Tue, Nov 03, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Tue, Nov 03, 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.
Tue, Nov 03, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Tue, Nov 03, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Black Road Branch Youth Department
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. To cancel, call 815-846-6508.
Tue, Nov 03, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
(Grades 4-6) Code our robots for special missions and games.
Tue, Nov 03, 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
Tue, Nov 03, 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
Tue, Nov 03, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room 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.
Tue, Nov 03, 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
Wed, Nov 04, 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.
Wed, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult)
An interactive experience with all your favorite storytime elements combined into one event.
Wed, Nov 04, 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.
Wed, Nov 04, 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
Wed, Nov 04, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Black Road Branch Youth Department
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. To cancel, call 815-846-6508.
Wed, Nov 04, 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
Wed, Nov 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Ages 5 and up with adult) The library will supply Lego™ bricks for free play and the occasional challenge! Are you up for it?
Wed, Nov 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.
Wed, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.
Wed, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
(Grades 6-12) Celebrate your favorite things and create your very own Zines to pass out to your friends.
Wed, Nov 04, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
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
Thu, Nov 05, 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.
Thu, Nov 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.
Thu, Nov 05, 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.
Thu, Nov 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.
Thu, Nov 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Ages 5-12 with adult) Come hangout at the library. Meet other homeschoolers and do an activity.
Thu, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Black Road Branch Youth Department
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. To cancel, call 815-846-6508.
Thu, Nov 05, 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.
Thu, Nov 05, 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!
Thu, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Learn gentle yoga poses focused on staying on the floor to optimize roaming puppy cuddle sessions. A great way to reduce stress, increase happiness, and help a furry friend in need!
Fri, Nov 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.
Fri, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
(Ages 2-5 with adult) Squish, roll, shape and have fun with playdough!
Fri, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Sep 11- Cyanotype on Tote Bags
Oct 2- Coloring Book Techniques
Nov 6- Day of the Dead Craft
Dec 11- Stained Glass Craft
This event is full
Fri, Nov 06, 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.
Fri, Nov 06, 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.
Sat, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Kids of all ages) Celebrate all sorts of crawling critters with interactive activities for the whole family. Eat insects, meet some real creepy crawlies and develop a new understanding of bugs.
Sat, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
OSB - Local History Room
To celebrate Veteran's Day, Joliet Public Library's Historian will tell us some interesting information about a few historical Joliet figures who served their country in various wars and battles.
Mon, Nov 09, 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.
Mon, Nov 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required)
Improve your English with our weekly tutoring sessions. We offer personalized support across all levels, beginner through advanced.
This event is full
Mon, Nov 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required)
Improve your English with our weekly tutoring sessions. We offer personalized support across all levels, beginner through advanced.
This event is full
Mon, Nov 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required)
Improve your English with our weekly tutoring sessions. We offer personalized support across all levels, beginner through advanced.
This event is full
Mon, Nov 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required)
Improve your English with our weekly tutoring sessions. We offer personalized support across all levels, beginner through advanced.
This event is full
Mon, Nov 09, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Mon, Nov 09, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Mon, Nov 09, 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.
Mon, Nov 09, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Black Road Branch Youth Department
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. To cancel, call 815-846-6508.
Mon, Nov 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.
Mon, Nov 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 6-12) Come and build your own Terrible Teddy Bear. No experience needed, just bring your imagination and see who can make the worst teddy bear.
Mon, Nov 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
20s and 30s Book Club
Tue, Nov 10, 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.
Tue, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Rescheduled
Tue, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
New date Tuesday, November 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Whether you’re an experienced colorist or simply looking for a fun way to unwind, our Adult Coloring Club is a welcoming space to relax and enjoy some creative time.
Materials are provided.
Tue, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Whether you’re an experienced colorist or simply looking for a fun way to unwind, our Adult Coloring Club is a welcoming space to relax and enjoy some creative time.
Materials are provided.
Tue, Nov 10, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
Tue, Nov 10, 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.
Tue, Nov 10, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Tue, Nov 10, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Black Road Branch Youth Department
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. To cancel, call 815-846-6508.
Tue, Nov 10, 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.
Tue, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B
(Grades 6-12) Start a new campaign and learn all about dungeons and dragons. This event is for all level players.
Tue, Nov 10, 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.
Tue, Nov 10, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(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.
Tue, Nov 10, 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.
Thu, Nov 12, 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.
Thu, Nov 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.
Thu, Nov 12, 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.
Thu, Nov 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.
Thu, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Black Road Branch Youth Department
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. To cancel, call 815-846-6508.
Thu, Nov 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A
(Grades 2-4) Join us to discuss a book and do a fun activity! Register, pick up the book at Black Road Branch Youth Services and read it before we meet.
Thu, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Taste test a variety of Oreo flavors and rank them by most delicious!
Thu, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,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.
Fri, Nov 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.
Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Ages birth-3 with adult)
Enjoy a little library playdate. Pop in and let the kids play while you catch up on adult conversation and make your own friends.
Fri, Nov 13, 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.
Fri, Nov 13, 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.
Sat, Nov 14, 9:00am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
Friends of the Joliet Public Library meeting
Sat, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades PreK-3) Stomp, roar and be fancy at our dinosaur tea party! Celebrate Dino-vember with a story, juice and a snack and some dino-themed activities!
Mon, Nov 16, 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.
Mon, Nov 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required)
Improve your English with our weekly tutoring sessions. We offer personalized support across all levels, beginner through advanced.
Mon, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required)
Improve your English with our weekly tutoring sessions. We offer personalized support across all levels, beginner through advanced.
Mon, Nov 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required)
Improve your English with our weekly tutoring sessions. We offer personalized support across all levels, beginner through advanced.
Mon, Nov 16, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required)
Improve your English with our weekly tutoring sessions. We offer personalized support across all levels, beginner through advanced.
This event is full
Mon, Nov 16, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Mon, Nov 16, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Mon, Nov 16, 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.
Mon, Nov 16, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Black Road Branch Youth Department
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. To cancel, call 815-846-6508.
Mon, Nov 16, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
(Grades 6-8) Use Lego™ Spike Prime sets to build and code real robots.
Mon, Nov 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 1-5) Whether you're a beginner or already know some chess, join us for a fun chess experience and the chance to make new friends with guidance from instructor Jenn Johnson.
Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B
When Nature Meets Technology - Apps to Explore the Outdoors
Tue, Nov 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
Monthly Book Club
Tue, Nov 17, 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.
Tue, Nov 17, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 18 months-4 years with adult) You bring the sippy cup; we’ll supply the juice and craft! Children will hone their fine motor skills while creating a beautiful masterpiece!
Tue, Nov 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.
Tue, Nov 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Ages 5-12 with adult) Come hang out at the library. Meet other homeschoolers and do some craft projects!
Tue, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Rescheduled
Tue, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
New date Tuesday, November 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Whether you’re an experienced colorist or simply looking for a fun way to unwind, our Adult Coloring Club is a welcoming space to relax and enjoy some creative time.
Materials are provided.
Tue, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New venue Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
Whether you’re an experienced colorist or simply looking for a fun way to unwind, our Adult Coloring Club is a welcoming space to relax and enjoy some creative time.
Materials are provided.
Tue, Nov 17, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Tue, Nov 17, 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.
Tue, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Black Road Branch - Study Room 2
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
Tue, Nov 17, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Black Road Branch Youth Department
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. To cancel, call 815-846-6508.
Tue, Nov 17, 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.
Tue, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(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.
Tue, Nov 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 Club. Play fun new multi-player video games. Try out our virtual reality headsets. Fans of Pokémon can bring their Pokémon cards.
Tue, Nov 17, 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.
Wed, Nov 18, 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.
Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult)
An interactive experience with all your favorite storytime elements combined into one event.
Wed, Nov 18, 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.
Wed, Nov 18, 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.
Wed, Nov 18, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Black Road Branch Youth Department
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. To cancel, call 815-846-6508.
Wed, Nov 18, 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.
Wed, Nov 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.
Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.
Wed, Nov 18, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
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
Thu, Nov 19, 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.
Thu, Nov 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.
Thu, Nov 19, 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.
Thu, Nov 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.
Thu, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Black Road Branch Youth Department
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. To cancel, call 815-846-6508.
Thu, Nov 19, 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!
Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
Joliet Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 3-6) Have you ever wondered…WHY? Explore the mysteries of science through hands-on projects.
Thu, Nov 19, 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.
Thu, Nov 19, 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!
Fri, Nov 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.
Fri, Nov 20, 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.
Fri, Nov 20, 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.
Fri, Nov 20, 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.
Mon, Nov 23, 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.
Mon, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Grades PreK-5) Have fun learning about dinosaurs through interactive play and hands-on activities.
Mon, Nov 23, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Black Road Branch Youth Department
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. To cancel, call 815-846-6508.
Mon, Nov 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
(Grades 6-12) Celebrate the release of Sunrise on the Reaping by painting the Mockingjay symbol.
Tue, Nov 24, 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.
Tue, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Ages 3-5 with adult) Join us for some hands on fun, where we'll stack, sort, and build while exploring shapes, colors and different size materials.
Tue, Nov 24, 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Aschinberg Pediatrics - 114 Barney Drive
(Ages 4+ with adult) Go behind the scenes at the doctor’s office with Dr. Paul! Learn about what it takes to help keep us safe and healthy.
Rescheduled
Tue, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
New date Tuesday, November 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Whether you’re an experienced colorist or simply looking for a fun way to unwind, our Adult Coloring Club is a welcoming space to relax and enjoy some creative time.
Materials are provided.
Tue, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Whether you’re an experienced colorist or simply looking for a fun way to unwind, our Adult Coloring Club is a welcoming space to relax and enjoy some creative time.
Materials are provided.
Tue, Nov 24, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Black Road Branch Youth Department
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session. To cancel, call 815-846-6508.
Tue, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
¿Te encanta leer? Únete a nuestro club de lectura. Leemos un libro al mes que aborda diversos temas. Este mes vamos a leer el libro.
El murmullo de Las Abejas by Sofia Segovia
Tue, Nov 24, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
(Grades 1-3) Learn basic coding principles while working with adorable robots.
Tue, Nov 24, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room C
(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.
Tue, Nov 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 6-12) Ever wonder if you could survive the Hunger Games? Come prove it in this fun Hunger Games-themed escape room. May the odds be ever in your favor!
Wed, Nov 25, 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.
Wed, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult)
An interactive experience with all your favorite storytime elements combined into one event.
Wed, Nov 25, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Ages 4+ with adult) Drop in to play some fun giant games like Connect 4, ax throwing and more!