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Registration opens:
September 21st, 2026

Critter Care

2026-10-19 16:30:00 2026-10-19 17:15:00 America/Chicago Critter Care (Grades K-5) Do you want to get a pet? Come learn everything you need to know to be a responsible pet owner from a Will County Animal Protection Services educator. Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B, Meeting Room C

Monday, October 19
4:30pm - 5:15pm

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Black Road Branch

Meeting Room B, Meeting Room C

(Grades K-5) Do you want to get a pet? Come learn everything you need to know to be a responsible pet owner from a Will County Animal Protection Services educator.

This will include feeding, keeping your pet healthy and fun things you can do with your pet!

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Science and Nature |

TAGS: | #Pets | #Pet care | #Animals |

Black Road Branch

Hours

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

This event is full

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.

This event is full

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.

This event is full

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.

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.

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.

This event is full

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.

This event is full

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.

This event is full

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

This event is full

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.

This event is full

Computer Essentials

Mon, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B

Learn the absolute basics of computer hardware and software.

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.

This event is full

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.

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.

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.

Tai Chi for Seniors

Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 11:30am

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C

Gentle Exercise Class for Seniors

Tue, Oct 06, 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, Oct 06, 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, Oct 06, 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, Oct 06, 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, Oct 06, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B

(Grades 4-6) Code our robots for special missions and games.

Free Headshot Day (OSB)

Tue, Oct 06, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Ottawa Street Branch

Get a free headshot in the Joliet Library Digital Media Studio!

One on One Tech Help

Tue, Oct 06, 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, Oct 06, 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, Oct 06, 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, Oct 07, 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, Oct 07, 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, Oct 07, 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, Oct 07, 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 07, 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?

Bilingual Storytime

Wed, Oct 07, 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, Oct 07, 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, Oct 07, 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 08, 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 08, 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 08, 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 08, 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.

Stress Management

Thu, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C

(Grades 1-5) Come in and learn basic stress management tools for elementary students.

Apples with Keller's Farmstand

Thu, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

(Grades K-5 with adult) Learn all about apples from a special visitor from Keller’s Farmstand while you enjoy a story and crafts.

English Conversation Group: Beginner-High Beginner

Fri, Oct 09, 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 09, 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.

English for Beginners-High Beginners

Fri, Oct 09, 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 09, 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.

Soft Alpaca Sighting

Sat, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Black Road Branch - Lawn

(All ages) Sign up for a time slot with your family to meet and touch alpacas from the Lucky Clover Farm in Yorkville and find out more about these soft and cuddly creatures.

Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30

Mon, Oct 12, 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, Oct 12, 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, Oct 12, 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, Oct 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

(Grades PreK-5 with adult) Burn off some STEAM in this high energy hour of bouncing, hopping, leaping and JUMPING! We’ll be exploring the world of jumping through interactive stations.

File Management Essentials

Mon, Oct 12, 11:00am - 12:30pm

New venue Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B

Learn the basics of your files and folders on your PC.

Mon, Oct 12, 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 12, 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 12, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

Black Road Branch

(Adults, registration required) Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our 30 minute personal tech help sessions.

This event is full

Mon, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C

(Kids of all ages with adult) Bring the whole family to the library for a few games of Bingo. Lots of prizes will be won!

Lego ™ Robotics

Mon, Oct 12, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C

(Grades 6-8) Use Lego™ Spike Prime sets to build and code real robots.

NextGen Lit Book Club

Mon, Oct 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Critical Grind Board Game Cafe - 852 Sharp Dr # L, Shorewood, IL 60404

20s and 30s Book Club

Tai Chi for Seniors

Tue, Oct 13, 10:00am - 11:30am

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C

Gentle Exercise Class for Seniors

Tue, Oct 13, 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, Oct 13, 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.

Adult Coloring Club

Tue, Oct 13, 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, Oct 13, 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, Oct 13, 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.

Movie Club (18+)

Tue, Oct 13, 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, Oct 13, 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, Oct 13, 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.

Campfire Stories

Tue, Oct 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Black Road Branch - Patio

(Grades PreK-3) Come hear some not-so-scary stories as you enjoy s’mores on the patio.

One on One Tech Help

Tue, Oct 13, 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, Oct 14, 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, Oct 14, 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, Oct 14, 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, Oct 14, 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.

Junior Book Club

Wed, Oct 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room C

(Grades K-2) We will read a book together, discuss, and do activities and a craft to go along with the title.

Bilingual Storytime

Wed, Oct 14, 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.

Operation Rotten Roots: Investigating Death & Decomposition

Wed, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

(Grades 3-6) When death strikes, the “FBI” are on the case! Join us as we go undercover and breakdown the decomposition process, leaving no stone unturned!

English for Beginners-High Beginner

Wed, Oct 14, 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.

Make Cute Flowers from Chenille Stems

Wed, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B

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.

Registration opens Thursday, September 24 2026 at 9:00am

English for Intermediate-Advanced

Wed, Oct 14, 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 15, 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 15, 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 15, 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 15, 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.

Cat and Dog Safety

Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A

(Grades PreK-3 with adult) Join the Will County Animal Protection Services educator to learn how pets communicate with body language so you can greet animals respectfully and safely.

Board of Trustees Meeting

Thu, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B

Joliet Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Thu, Oct 15, 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.

English Conversation Group: Beginner-High Beginner

Fri, Oct 16, 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, Oct 16, 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 16, 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.

Teen Hangout Kit

Mon, Oct 19, All day

Youth Services Department

(Grades 6-12) Come pick up a kit with supplies to have a hang out with friends. It contains free games, ideas for activities and more!

Registration opens Monday, September 21 2026 at 9:00am

Toddler Time 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30

Mon, Oct 19, 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, Oct 19, 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, Oct 19, 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, Oct 19, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B

Basic cloud storage and management

Mon, Oct 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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, Oct 19, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Black Road Branch - Meeting Room B,Meeting Room C

(Grades K-5) Do you want to get a pet? Come learn everything you need to know to be a responsible pet owner from a Will County Animal Protection Services educator.

Registration opens Monday, September 21 2026 at 9:00am

Mon, Oct 19, 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.