Baby's First... Fall

Thu, Sep 03, 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, Sep 03, 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.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Sep 03, 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.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Sep 03, 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.

Registration is now closed

Homeschool Hangout

Thu, Sep 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)

(Ages 5-12) Come hangout at the Library. Meet other homeschoolers and do an activity.

Intro to 3D printing

Thu, Sep 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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.

This event is full

Thu, Sep 03, 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.

Fri, Sep 04, 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, Sep 04, 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, Sep 04, 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

The Great American Road Trip

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.

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."

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

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.

FAME - Fandom Arts and Music Expo

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

Morning Book Discussion Group

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.

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

Tue, Sep 15, 9:00am - 10:00am

Black Road Branch

Monthly Book Club

Homeschool Hangout - 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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)

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Que Bonita Vecindad: Exploring Latin America

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.

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!

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

Board of Trustees Meeting

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!

Thu, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B

Joliet Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Inside the Empire of AI with Karen Hao

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.

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.

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.

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.

Family Field Trip - Milano Bakery

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Make Cute Flowers from Chenille Stems

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Thu, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B

Lace Up! Steps to move your writing forward.

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.

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.

Outdoor Family Glow Party

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Middle School Paint 'n' Sip Glow Night!

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Registration opens Thursday, September 3 2026 at 9:00am

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!

Registration opens Thursday, September 3 2026 at 9:00am

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

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.