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Maker Monday

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2026-10-05 16:30:00 2026-10-05 17:30:00 America/Chicago Maker Monday (Grades 6-12) Hang out with friends or make some new ones as we make our own vinyl record store using cardboard and our imagination. Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C

Monday, October 05
4:30pm - 5:30pm

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Black Road Branch

Meeting Room C

(Grades 6-12) Hang out with friends or make some new ones as we make our own vinyl record store using cardboard and our imagination.

AGE GROUP: | Middle School | High School |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | Arts and Crafts |

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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 September 06 due to Closed on Sundays from Memorial Day through Labor 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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Wiggle Worms
Tue, Sep 08, 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, Sep 08, 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
Adult Coloring Club
Tue, Sep 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Sep 08, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Sep 08, 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.
Robot Adventures
Tue, Sep 08, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Grades 4-6) Code our robots for special missions and games.
Movie Club (18+)
Tue, Sep 08, 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, Sep 08, 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
Family Storytime
Tue, Sep 08, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Sep 08, 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, Sep 09, 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, Sep 09, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Sep 09, 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, Sep 09, 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
Pokemon Meetup
Wed, Sep 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Grades 1-8) Calling all Pokémon fans! Bring your cards to play, battle in our Pokémon Go gyms or hang out & discuss your favorite characters. We will have activities & a craft.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Sep 09, 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.
English for Beginners-High Beginner
Wed, Sep 09, 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.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Wed, Sep 09, 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
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Sep 10, 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, Sep 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
Thu, Sep 10, 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, Sep 10, 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
Enchanted Autumn Hike
Thu, Sep 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C,Patio
(Grades K-5) We will take a nature walk then use natural materials to create fairy houses.
This event is full
WORMS!
Thu, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Kids of all ages with adult) Bring the whole family to learn about Rory, the Worm Who Saved the Earth! and all things WORMS with the Will County Land Use Department.
The Great American Road Trip
Thu, Sep 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Join WJOL radio host and author Scott Slocum as he shares stories from his new book, "The Great American Road Trip: Route 66 Adventures."
English Conversation Group: Beginner-High Beginner
Fri, Sep 11, 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.
Stay and Play
Fri, Sep 11, 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.
Crafting with Anabel
Fri, Sep 11, 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
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Fri, Sep 11, 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, Sep 11, 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.
FAME - Fandom Arts and Music Expo
Sat, Sep 12, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Anime, Furries, Trekies, cosplayers, webseries? oh my! Join us for the second year of FAME! A cross-fandom artist-market minicon here on the JPL premises!
Joliet History Discussion Group
Sat, Sep 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
OSB - Local History Room
This is a discussion group discussing topics specific to the Joliet area.
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Sep 14, 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.
ESL Tutoring
Mon, Sep 14, 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
ESL Tutoring
Mon, Sep 14, 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
ESL Tutoring
Mon, Sep 14, 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
One on One Tech Help
Mon, Sep 14, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Mon, Sep 14, 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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Mon, Sep 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
Lego ™ Robotics
Mon, Sep 14, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
(Grades 6-8) Use Lego™ Spike Prime sets to build and code real robots.
Chess Club
Mon, Sep 14, 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.
NextGen Lit Book Club
Mon, Sep 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Critical Grind Board Game Cafe - 852 Sharp Dr # L, Shorewood, IL 60404
20s and 30s Book Club
Morning Book Discussion Group
Tue, Sep 15, 9:00am - 10:00am
Black Road Branch
Monthly Book Club
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Sep 15, 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.
Homeschool Hangout - Worms!
Tue, Sep 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Ages 5-12 with adult) Come to the library and meet more homeschoolers. Learn about Rory, the Worm Who Saved the Earth with Will Co. Land Use Department! Each family makes a worm bin to take home.
Lawyers in the Library
Tue, Sep 15, 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, Sep 15, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Sep 15, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Sep 15, 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.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Tue, Sep 15, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Sep 15, 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.
The Talent Showcase
Tue, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch
Join us for an upstaging performance! Choose to perform or watch at this multi-talent event. Interested performers call 815.846.3127 or email dms@jolietlibrary.org (Acts must be library appropriate)
Family Storytime
Tue, Sep 15, 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.
Video Game Club
Tue, Sep 15, 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.
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Sep 15, 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.
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, Sep 16, 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.
Developmental Screening
Wed, Sep 16, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
(Ages birth-3 with adult) Children ages birth to 36 months can get a free developmental screening from Child and Family Connections.
Family Storytime
Wed, Sep 16, 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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Wed, Sep 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.
Register
One on One Tech Help
Wed, Sep 16, 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, Sep 16, 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, Sep 16, 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.
Que Bonita Vecindad: Exploring Latin America
Wed, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Families with kids) Leave the suitcase at home as we travel throughout Latin America without leaving the library! Join us for games, crafts, and songs celebrando la cultura!
English for Beginners-High Beginner
Wed, Sep 16, 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.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Wed, Sep 16, 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
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.
This event is full
One on One Tech Help
Thu, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
Joliet Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
WriteOn Joliet
Thu, Sep 17, 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.
Inside the Empire of AI with Karen Hao
Thu, Sep 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Join a timely conversation with Karen Hao, award-winning journalist and author of Inside the Empire of AI.
Register
English Conversation Group: Beginner-High Beginner
Fri, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18, 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.
Family Field Trip - Milano Bakery
Sat, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Milano Bakery - 433 S. Chicago Street, Joliet
(Grades K-5) Get a tour of the bakery, watch a demonstration and get into the action with some hands-on pastry making and decorating!
This event is full
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Sep 21, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Mon, Sep 21, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Mon, Sep 21, 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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Mon, Sep 21, 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
Album Club
Mon, Sep 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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.
Chess Club
Mon, Sep 21, 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.
DIY Scrolls
Mon, Sep 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
DMS
Make your very own scroll!
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Sep 22, 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, Sep 22, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Sep 22, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Sep 22, 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.
Robot Rally
Tue, Sep 22, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Grades 1-3) Learn basic coding principles while working with adorable robots.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Sep 22, 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 Storytime
Tue, Sep 22, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Sep 22, 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.
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Wed, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 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.
Make Cute Flowers from Chenille Stems
Wed, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
Unleash Your Inner Florist! Join the Viral TikTok Flower Trend! You’ll craft your own gorgeous bouquet to take home and gain the confidence to keep creating.
This event is full
English for Beginners-High Beginner
Wed, Sep 23, 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.
Cemetarium
Wed, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 6-12) Embrace your inner eerie, gothic self and design your own terrarium with a cemetery theme aka cemetarium. All supplies will be provided.
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Wed, Sep 23, 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
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 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.
Art Explorers
Thu, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades K-5) Learn about famous artists you may never have heard of. We’ll learn about their lives and their art, and then create a project inspired by their style.
WriteOn Joliet
Thu, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
Lace Up! Steps to move your writing forward.
English Conversation Group: Beginner-High Beginner
Fri, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 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.
Outdoor Family Glow Party
Fri, Sep 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Lawn
(Kids of all ages with adult) We're having an outdoor glow party and you're invited. We will have a variety of glow games, a scavenger hunt and fun music for dancing! Weather permitting.
Quantum Paranormal Investigators
Sat, Sep 26, 2:00am - 4:00pm
OSB - Local History Room
To get into the "spirit" of Halloween, Carl Crooks brings his knowledge of paranormal investigation to us.
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Sep 28, 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.
ESL Tutoring
Mon, Sep 28, 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.
ESL Tutoring
Mon, Sep 28, 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.
ESL Tutoring
Mon, Sep 28, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Mon, Sep 28, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Mon, Sep 28, 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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Mon, Sep 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.
Register
Middle School Paint 'n' Sip Glow Night!
Mon, Sep 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
(Grades 6-8) Grab a juice box and follow easy step- by-step instructions to create your own blacklight masterpiece.
Chess Club
Mon, Sep 28, 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.
High School Paint 'n' Sip Glow Night!
Mon, Sep 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
(Grades 9-12) Grab a juice box and follow easy step-by-step instructions to create your own blacklight masterpiece.
Tai Chi for Seniors
Tue, Sep 29, 10:00am - 11:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
Gentle Exercise Class for Seniors
Wiggle Worms
Tue, Sep 29, 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.
Preschool Games
Tue, Sep 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
(Ages 3-5) Looking for fun? Come play some learning games with friends.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Sep 29, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Sep 29, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Sep 29, 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.
Entre Las Paginas
Tue, Sep 29, 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. Ni Una Más de Miguel Sáez Carral
Potion Lab
Tue, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades PreK-2) Mix, charm, and brew! Calling all alchemists in training for some fizzy, frothy fun!
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Sep 29, 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 Storytime
Tue, Sep 29, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Tue, Sep 29, 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.
Bouncing Babies 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Wed, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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.
Free Tutoring - Reading and Math @ OSB
Wed, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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.
English for Beginners-High Beginner
Wed, Sep 30, 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.
Family Trivia Night
Wed, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C
(Grades K+ with adult) Team up with your family to answer multi-category questions where kids, teens, and adults can each contribute their unique knowledge!
English for Intermediate-Advanced
Wed, Sep 30, 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
Preschool Storytime 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Thu, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 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.
Homeschool Hangout
Thu, Oct 01, 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.
WriteOn Joliet
Thu, Oct 01, 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.
Loteria (Mexican Bingo)
Thu, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
(Kids of all ages with adult) Play Lotería, the Mexican version of Bingo, and win prizes with your family and friends!
English Conversation Group: Beginner-High Beginner
Fri, Oct 02, 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.
Crafting with Anabel
Fri, Oct 02, 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
English for Beginners-High Beginners
Fri, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 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.
Baby's First... Fall
Sat, Oct 03, 9:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages birth-18 months) A first craft for your littlest artist! Celebrate baby’s first Fall with a memorable seasonal craft and sensory play in this come-and-go program.
Registration opens Saturday, September 5 2026 at 9:00am
Five Nights At Freddy's Mini Golf
Sun, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades K+ with an adult) Calling all Five Nights at Freddy’s Fans. Enjoy playing mini golf with holes featuring Freddy Fazbear, Chica and more in this come-and-go program!
Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30
Mon, Oct 05, 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.
ESL Tutoring
Mon, Oct 05, 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.
ESL Tutoring
Mon, Oct 05, 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.
Computer Essentials
Mon, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B
Learn the absolute basics of computer hardware and software.
ESL Tutoring
Mon, Oct 05, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Mon, Oct 05, 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.
One on One Tech Help
Mon, Oct 05, 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.
Maker Monday
Mon, Oct 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C
(Grades 6-12) Hang out with friends or make some new ones as we make our own vinyl record store using cardboard and our imagination.
Chess Club
Mon, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades 1-5) Whether you're a beginner or already know some chess, join us for a fun chess experience and the chance to make new friends with guidance from instructor Jenn Johnson.
Photography Club
Mon, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
DMS
This group meets every month to share, learn and network with other creatives. This group will do outings, meetups, shoot in the greenscreen room and share techniques.
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