(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.

(Children of all ages with adult) Break out your running shoes for a fun run starting at the library and trailing through the Rock Run Nature Preserve. Weather permitting. Check back here.

(Grades K+ with adult) Come explore the science of storms with experts from Illinois Storm Chasers! Learn about the world of storm chasing and experience amazing demonstrations.

(Ages 3-8) Bring your teddy bear or your favorite stuffie for a tea party. We will read some books, sing songs and have a snack. Weather permitting. Check back here for any updates.

(Ages 18 months to 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.

(Children of all ages with adult) Drop by the library for a few games of Bingo. Lots of prizes will be won!

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)

(Grades 1-8) Calling all video game fans, join us for Video Game Club! Play fun new multi-player video games with old friends and new. Fans of Pokémon, can bring their Pokémon cards.

(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.

(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.

(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.

(Ages 2+ with adult) Our group will take a short train ride, explore the station, then travel back home. The train leaves the station at 1:30 p.m. Registration required for each person attending.

(Children of all ages) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.

(Children of all ages with adult) Join us for a fun hour of learning about this holiday. Listen to stories, sing songs and create a craft with your friends and family in honor of Juneteenth!

(Birth-6 years old with adult) Experience storytime outside on the library lawn. Bring a blanket or chairs to sit on. Weather permitting. Check back here for any updates.

(Grades PreK-2 with adult) Calling all dino-lovers! Explore the Jurassic world through interactive exploration stations.

(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.

(Ages 3+ with adult) Decorate your very own kite! Weather permitting, we will fly our decorated kites on the library lawn.

(Ages 4-8) Join us for an event where yoga and storytime come full circle! Little Yogis is the perfect way to introduce young minds to the benefits of yoga while fostering a love for reading.

(Ages 4-8) Join us for an event where yoga and storytime come full circle! Little Yogis is the perfect way to introduce young minds to the benefits of yoga while fostering a love for reading.

(Ages 18 months to 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.

(Grades PreK-5 with adult) Up, down and all around! It’s parachute time! Come along and play some parachute games! Weather permitting. Check back here for any updates.

(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.

(Birth - 24 months with adult) Caregivers and babies will enjoy singing, reading and chasing bubbles! This is a great first "playgroup" for children.

(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.

(Grades 1-3) Adopt your very own stuffie pet and join the club! We will meet with our pets a total of four times for fun activities, in addition to reading to them at home.

(Ages 2-6 with adult) Beat the heat with a frozen treat! Join us for bilingual stories, songs and a craft before enjoying una deliciosa scoop of ice cream!

(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.

(Grades K-8 with adult) Get a behind-the-scenes look at Joliet’s Town & Country Lanes. Registration required for each person attending.

(Birth-6 years old with adult) Experience storytime outside on the library lawn. Bring a blanket or chairs to sit on. Weather permitting. Check back here for any updates.

(Children of all ages with adult) Bring your bicycle to decorate and ride along the library trail with friends and family. Weather permitting. Check back here for any updates.

(Ages 5+ with adult) Artist-Magician Dan Gogh uses comedy, magic, and art to unlock the mystery of creativity. Be amazed, inspired and laugh as you join us on this one-of-a-kind journey!

(Ages 18 months to 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.

(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.

(Children of all ages) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.

(Ages 5 and up with adult) The library will supply Lego™ bricks for free play and the occasional challenge! Are you up for it?

(Ages 18 months to 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.

(Ages 3+) Play giant games with us at the park! We’ll have a variety of games to play. Weather permitting. Check back here for any updates.

(Grades K+ with adult) Tour the state of the art facilities of the Culinary Arts Department at JJC’s City Center Campus. Meet in the lobby, tour will begin promptly.

(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.

(Grades 1-3) Adopt your very own stuffie pet and join the club! We will meet with our pets a total of four times for fun activities, in addition to reading to them at home.

(Children of all ages) This Family Storytime is for Spanish and English speakers and will give exposure to books, songs, and activities in both languages.

(Children of all ages with adult) Leave your sunscreen at home and get ready for some indoor fun. Enjoy games, crafts, music and “shark”uterie!

(Children of all ages with adult) Drop by the library for a few games of Bingo. Lots of prizes will be won!

(Birth-6 years old with adult) Experience storytime outside on the library lawn. Bring a blanket or chairs to sit on. Weather permitting. Check back here for any updates.

(All ages) Our friends at Wings and Talons will be here to teach us all about birds of prey and give us a close up look at these raptors. Weather Permitting. Check back here for any updates.

(Grades 3-5) This week-long camp provides a structured, engaging environment to explore technology.