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Friday Fun Kits

Kit pick-up, no registration

2023-06-30 00:00:00 2023-06-30 23:59:00 America/Chicago Friday Fun Kits (Grades K-8) Stop by the library to pick up your Friday Fun Kits weekly while supplies last! Encourage curiosity and exploration with these small projects and crafts. Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services Desk

Friday, June 30
All day

Add to Calendar 2023-06-30 00:00:00 2023-06-30 23:59:00 America/Chicago Friday Fun Kits (Grades K-8) Stop by the library to pick up your Friday Fun Kits weekly while supplies last! Encourage curiosity and exploration with these small projects and crafts. Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services Desk

Ottawa Street Branch

Youth Services Desk

(Grades K-8) Stop by the library to pick up your Friday Fun Kits weekly while supplies last! Encourage curiosity and exploration with these small projects and crafts.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | Arts and Crafts |

TAGS: | |

Ottawa Street Branch

Phone: 815-740-2660

Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 9:00PM

We're closed Sunday March 31 due to Easter Sunday

Upcoming events

Thu, Mar 28, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Thu, Mar 28, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(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, Mar 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Thu, Mar 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Thu, Mar 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Thu, Mar 28, 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades PreK-12) We are pulling out all of the games today and searching for the lost King Kandy, king of Candy Land, in our live-action game of Candy Land.

Thu, Mar 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 5-7) Grab a juice box and follow easy step by step instructions to create your own masterpiece.
This event is full

Thu, Mar 28, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Thu, Mar 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Digital Media Studio (Lower Level) - Green Screen Room
Use your camera in manual mode.

Thu, Mar 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 7-12) Grab a juice box and follow easy step by step instructions to create your own masterpiece.
This event is full

Fri, Mar 29, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Grades 5-12) Did you know you can create an optical illusion with only a piece of paper and some markers? Come learn how!

Fri, Mar 29, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Fri, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E
(Grades 3-6) Make your own (harmless) April Fool’s Day pranks to trick your family!

Fri, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F
Learn pastel techniques.

Mon, Apr 01, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Mon, Apr 01, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(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, Apr 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Online
(Adults) Beginner Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Mon, Apr 01, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Mon, Apr 01, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Mon, Apr 01, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(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

Mon, Apr 01, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Mon, Apr 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 5-12) Hang out with friends or make some new ones while you try out a different project each week. We'll have materials available for you to explore, with larger equipment rotating weekly.

Mon, Apr 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Digital Media Lower Level (OSB) - Industrial Lab
Photographers at all levels, from beginners to advanced are encouraged to check out our club.

Mon, Apr 01, 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Online
(Adults) Advanced Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Tue, Apr 02, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Tue, Apr 02, 10:15am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) Make friends in this guided music and play program! Some weeks we'll be shaking our wiggles out, and others, we'll use our imagination through hands-on activities.

Tue, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Tue, Apr 02, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Grades 4-7) Code our robots for special missions and games.

Tue, Apr 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Online
(Adults) High Beginner Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Tue, Apr 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
(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.

Tue, Apr 02, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

Wed, Apr 03, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Wed, Apr 03, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.

Wed, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

Wed, Apr 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Online
(Adults) Beginner Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Wed, Apr 03, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(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

Wed, Apr 03, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Wed, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Wed, Apr 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E
(Ages 5 and up with adult) The library will supply Lego™ bricks for free play and the occasional challenge! Are you up for it? Seating is limited.

Wed, Apr 03, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Wed, Apr 03, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

Wed, Apr 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F
Learn the basics of using your preferred Internet browser to safely browse the web. Internet safety tips and cyber security will be presented as well.
This event is full

Wed, Apr 03, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room D
Learn how to paint floral elements in watercolor with artist Audrey Ra of Audrey Ra Design.
This event is full

Wed, Apr 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Join us for a special event with Dr. Grandin, one of the world’s most accomplished and well-known adults with autism.
Register

Wed, Apr 03, 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Online
(Adults) Advanced Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Thu, Apr 04, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Thu, Apr 04, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(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, Apr 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Thu, Apr 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Thu, Apr 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Thu, Apr 04, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Thu, Apr 04, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
(Ages 2-6 with adult) Let’s get messy at the library! Toddlers and preschoolers can get their hands messy in this sensory program as they make art using household items lying around the house.

Thu, Apr 04, 5:45pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
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.

Sat, Apr 06, 9:00am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Adults, registration required) To begin, or continue your English learning journey, register today! Experience English learning in person.

Sun, Apr 07, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) Advanced Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Sun, Apr 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Online
(Adults) Intermediate Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Sun, Apr 07, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Online
(Adults) Intermediate Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Sun, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Online
(Adults) Advanced Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Sun, Apr 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Online
(Adults) Beginner Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Sun, Apr 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
(Adults) High Beginner Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Mon, Apr 08, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Mon, Apr 08, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(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, Apr 08, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Children of all ages) Help us celebrate our favorite week of the year with different drop-in activities each day! Monday-Book Character Guess Who

Mon, Apr 08, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Servcies
(Children of all ages) Help us celebrate our favorite week of the year with different drop-in activities each day! Monday-Book Character Guess Who

Mon, Apr 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Online
(Adults) Beginner Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Mon, Apr 08, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Mon, Apr 08, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Mon, Apr 08, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(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

Mon, Apr 08, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Mon, Apr 08, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 5-7) Use Lego Spike Prime sets to build and code real robots.

Mon, Apr 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - YS Program Room
(Ages 5 and up with adult) The library will supply Lego™ bricks for free play and the occasional challenge! Are you up for it? Seating is limited.

Mon, Apr 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E
20s and 30s Book Club

Mon, Apr 08, 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Online
(Adults) Advanced Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Tue, Apr 09, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Tue, Apr 09, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Children of all ages) Help us celebrate our favorite week of the year with different drop-in activities each day! Tuesday-Create a customized bookmark

Tue, Apr 09, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Children of all ages) Help us celebrate our favorite week of the year with different drop-in activities each day! Tuesday-Create a customized bookmark

Tue, Apr 09, 10:15am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) Make friends in this guided music and play program! Some weeks we'll be shaking our wiggles out, and others, we'll use our imagination through hands-on activities.

Tue, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Tue, Apr 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Online
(Adults) High Beginner Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Tue, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
(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.

Tue, Apr 09, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

Wed, Apr 10, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Wed, Apr 10, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.

Wed, Apr 10, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Children of all ages) Help us celebrate our favorite week of the year with different drop-in activities each day! Wednesday-Write some book spine poetry

Wed, Apr 10, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Children of all ages) Help us celebrate our favorite week of the year with different drop-in activities each day! Wednesday-Write some book spine poetry

Wed, Apr 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

Wed, Apr 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Online
(Adults) Beginner Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Wed, Apr 10, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(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

Wed, Apr 10, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Wed, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Wed, Apr 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E
(Grades 3-8) Calling all Pokémon fans! Bring your cards to play, battle in our Pokémon Go gyms, or just hang out and discuss your favorite characters. We will have Pokémon activities and a craft.

Wed, Apr 10, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Wed, Apr 10, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

Wed, Apr 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Looking to bring peace to your mind and body? Then Reading Deeply is the class for you! This class allows students to hold carefully sequenced poses for several minutes while being able to read.

Wed, Apr 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F
Having trouble with your Smart TV? Don’t even know what that means? We will go through the applications that are available through your Smart TV, Roku, Fire Stick.
This event is full

Wed, Apr 10, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Digital Media Studio (Lower Level) - DMS
Local musicians of all levels Local musicians of all levels are welcomed to join in, share and create.

Wed, Apr 10, 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Online
(Adults) Advanced Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Thu, Apr 11, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Thu, Apr 11, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(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, Apr 11, 10:00am - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Children of all ages) Help us celebrate our favorite week of the year with different drop-in activities each day! Thursday -Add a heart to our “I Love my Library because…” display

Thu, Apr 11, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(Children of all ages) Help us celebrate our favorite week of the year with different drop-in activities each day! Thursday -Add a heart to our “I Love my Library because…” display

Thu, Apr 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Thu, Apr 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Thu, Apr 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Thu, Apr 11, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Thu, Apr 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Digital Media Studio (Lower Level) - Industrial Lab
Customize your pet t-shirt.
Registration opens Thursday, March 28 2024 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
Join historian Clarence Goodman for a look back at some of our most influential architects and their legacies.

Fri, Apr 12, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Fri, Apr 12, 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, Apr 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Ages 0-3 with adult) Bring your little ones to explore their senses by feeling, hearing, and touching their way through music, art and mess-free play!

Fri, Apr 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
Join us as we learn new skills and make new friends through the joy of creating!

Fri, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
Students will utilize a variety of art mediums to create their pet portrait.

Sat, Apr 13, 9:00am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E
(Adults, registration required) To begin, or continue your English learning journey, register today! Experience English learning in person.

Sat, Apr 13, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
Join like minded crafters to work on your crochet, knitting or cross-stitch projects. Share ideas and techniques. Bring your own snacks, drinks and stitch project.

Sat, Apr 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F
Meeting for the Friends of the Library to discuss fundraising initiatives.

Sat, Apr 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level),Youth Program Room 253 A
(All ages) Are you ready for it? It’s been a long time coming, but we finally had a blank space in our schedule and we knew all too well what to fill it with. ALL adults and kids must be registered.

Sat, Apr 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
OSB - Local History Room
Historian Tina Beaird will be with us to tell us how to find information on our ancestors who played sports.

Sun, Apr 14, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) Advanced Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Sun, Apr 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Online
(Adults) Intermediate Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Sun, Apr 14, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Online
(Adults) Intermediate Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Sun, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Online
(Adults) Advanced Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Sun, Apr 14, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Online
(Adults) Beginner Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Sun, Apr 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
(Adults) High Beginner Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Mon, Apr 15, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Mon, Apr 15, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(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, Apr 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Online
(Adults) Beginner Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Mon, Apr 15, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Mon, Apr 15, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Mon, Apr 15, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(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

Mon, Apr 15, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Mon, Apr 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 5-12) Hang out with friends or make some new ones while you try out a different project each week. We'll have materials available for you to explore, with larger equipment rotating weekly.

Mon, Apr 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Will County Emergency Management Agency - 22456 Cherry Hill Rd, Joliet, IL 60433
(Ages 4+ with adult) Join us at the EMA and learn how they respond to different emergency situations and even get to hop on the Command Van and other emergency vehicles!

Mon, Apr 15, 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Online
(Adults) Advanced Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Tue, Apr 16, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Tue, Apr 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
Share your love of reading with this lively book group!  There is a morning and evening session each month.  Books can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.

Tue, Apr 16, 10:15am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) Make friends in this guided music and play program! Some weeks we'll be shaking our wiggles out, and others, we'll use our imagination through hands-on activities.

Tue, Apr 16, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Tue, Apr 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Online
(Adults) High Beginner Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Tue, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
Join multi-award winning, gold record artist Dave Rudolf for a trip down memory lane

Tue, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
(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.

Tue, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

Tue, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 5-12) Show off your worst art skills! No art skills needed when the name of the game is who can make the worst piece of art.

Wed, Apr 17, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Wed, Apr 17, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.

Wed, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

Wed, Apr 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Online
(Adults) Beginner Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Wed, Apr 17, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(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.
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Wed, Apr 17, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Wed, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Wed, Apr 17, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Wed, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

Wed, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E
Make a simple sampler with optional lettering. Supplies included.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 10 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
Share your love of reading with this lively book group!  There is a morning and evening session each month. Books can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.

Wed, Apr 17, 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Online
(Adults) Advanced Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Thu, Apr 18, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Thu, Apr 18, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(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, Apr 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Thu, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Thu, Apr 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Thu, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F,Meeting Room E
Trustees Board Meeting (Possible Location Change)

Thu, Apr 18, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
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Thu, Apr 18, 5:45pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
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, Apr 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Board Room 208 (2nd Level)
Joliet Public Library Meeting of the Board of Trustees

Fri, Apr 19, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Fri, Apr 19, 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.

Sat, Apr 20, 9:00am - 11:00am
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Adults, registration required) To begin, or continue your English learning journey, register today! Experience English learning in person.

Sat, Apr 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Grades K-5) Parents/guardians get crafty at the Library with your kids and work together on a fun craft! Apr. 20: Leaf Snow Globe

Canceled
Sat, Apr 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
OSB - Local History Room
Historian Tina Beaird will tell us all about how to find out about our ancestors who played sports!

Sun, Apr 21, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) Advanced Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Sun, Apr 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Online
(Adults) Intermediate Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Sun, Apr 21, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Online
(Adults) Intermediate Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Sun, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Online
(Adults) Advanced Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Sun, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Online
(Adults) Beginner Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Sun, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
(Adults) High Beginner Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Mon, Apr 22, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Mon, Apr 22, 9:30am - 12:15pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(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, Apr 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Online
(Adults) Beginner Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Mon, Apr 22, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Mon, Apr 22, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Mon, Apr 22, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(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

Mon, Apr 22, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Mon, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Grades 8-12) Earn community service hours by helping us spruce up the library and community for spring!

Mon, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Digital Media Studio (Lower Level) - DMS
Paint in layer to color your coloring page
Registration opens Monday, April 8 2024 at 9:00am

Mon, Apr 22, 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Online
(Adults) Advanced Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Tue, Apr 23, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Tue, Apr 23, 10:15am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Ages 18 months-3 years with adult) Make friends in this guided music and play program! Some weeks we'll be shaking our wiggles out, and others, we'll use our imagination through hands-on activities.

Tue, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Tue, Apr 23, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F,Meeting Room E
(Grades 1-3) Learn basic coding principles while working with adorable robots.

Tue, Apr 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Online
(Adults) High Beginner Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Tue, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online - Virtual Meeting Room
(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.

Tue, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

Wed, Apr 24, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Wed, Apr 24, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.

Wed, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

Wed, Apr 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Online
(Adults) Beginner Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Wed, Apr 24, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Services
(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

Wed, Apr 24, 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Wed, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Wed, Apr 24, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Wed, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Youth Program Room 253 A
(Birth - 6 years old with adult) A interactive experience that is suitable for ages birth to six years. All your favorite storytime elements will be combined into one event.

Wed, Apr 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
Learn to organize through your Inbox/Sent/Drafts/Trash and manage Spam.

Wed, Apr 24, 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Online
(Adults) Advanced Level English Learning. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois.

Thu, Apr 25, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Thu, Apr 25, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room F
(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, Apr 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Thu, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.

Thu, Apr 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Study Room E 110
(Adults) 30 minute personal tech help sessions. Learn more about your computer, smartphone or tablet with our personal sessions.
This event is full

Thu, Apr 25, 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Black Road Branch - Youth Services
(Pre-Kindergarten - 4th) Free tutoring for children having difficulty in math and reading. Bring what your child is struggling with to tutoring session.
Register

Thu, Apr 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D
(Grades 8-12) Can you tell the difference between almost identical drinks and treats? Kool-Aid Jammers and Capri Suns? Oreos and the store brand cookies?Come put taste buds to the test!
Registration opens Thursday, March 28 2024 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room F
Use your camera in manual mode.
Registration opens Thursday, April 25 2024 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 25, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(All ages) Meet ten different exotic animals during this exciting, interactive presentation with Animal Quest.

Thu, Apr 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ottawa Street Branch - McGuire Room 109
We will learn time management strategies, clutter clearing skills and easy stress relief tools.

Fri, Apr 26, 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
(Adults) A free online US citizenship class to help prepare you for the civics questions in the citizenship interview. Presenter: Vietnamese Association of Illinois

Fri, Apr 26, 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, Apr 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ottawa Street Branch - Burnham Room 201 (2nd Level)
(Ages 2-5 with adult) Children will hear stories, enjoy music and explore topics with hands-on activities.
Registration opens Friday, March 29 2024 at 9:00am

Fri, Apr 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
(Children of all ages with adult) Dress your best and dance with us at this after hours event. We'll have a photo op and all things Barbie & Ken!
Registration opens Friday, March 29 2024 at 9:00am

Sat, Apr 27, 9:00am - 11:00am
Study Room
(Adults, registration required) To begin, or continue your English learning journey, register today! Experience English learning in person.

Sat, Apr 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Black Road Branch - Meeting Room D,Meeting Room E,Meeting Room F
Meet real authors from our area to talk about books, publishing and the power of words! Authors will be signing and selling their books for kids, teens and adults.