Joliet Public Library

10/22/2026

We’re calling for your attention! VOTE CHICKEN 🐔

We want you to think for a minute and vote DUCK 🦆

Cast your vote starting Oct. 27 until Nov. 3 at either our Ottawa Branch and Black Road Branch! Winners will be announced Nov. 4. Kids of all ages. 🗳️

10/21/2026

Halloween is here, but you’re still looking for what to do this year. Look no further than your local library! Here are 5 ways the library makes Halloween more fun.

Read here! >>> https://jolietlibrary.org/blog/5-ways-the-library-makes-halloween-more-fun/

What do you have planned this Halloween? 👻🎃

10/21/2026

Zine, short for magazine or fanzine, created for freedom of expression and topic. Celebrate your favorite things and create Zines to pass out to your friends!

Join us Wednesday, Nov. 4 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at our Black Road Branch for some Zine fun! Grades 6-12.

Register here! >>> https://jolietpubliclibrary.libnet.info/event/17033948

10/21/2026

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Register here: https://jolietpubliclibrary.libnet.info/event/17382489

Fill your heart, heal your body, and help a furry friend in need! Puppy Yoga returns to the Joliet Ottawa St Library Thursday, November 5th, 6:30-7:30pm.

In this class, you will be guided through gentle yoga poses focused on staying on the floor to optimize roaming puppy cuddle sessions. Support these ADOPTABLE puppies in need by helping them find their forever home or making a donation to Hopeful Tails. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or have never practiced before, join us for a great way to reduce stress, increase happiness, and have fun! Please bring a yoga mat or towel to the session.

To register: https://f.mtr.cool/0egx5svhi5

10/20/2026

Enjoy some crafts with the family on a chilly November morning! 🍂🎨

Drop by our Black Road Branch on Tuesday, Nov. 3 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. for a make-and-take craft! Ages 3+ with adult.

No registration required.

10/20/2026

Ducks vs. chickens, which is the best animal? 🦆🐔

Cast your vote starting Oct. 27 until Nov. 3 at either our Ottawa Branch or Black Road Branch! Winners will be announced Nov. 4. Kids of all ages. 🗳️

No registration required.

10/20/2026

PROCESSING. INITIALIZING. UNIT ACTIVE. You are being summoned on a special robotic mission!

Join us on Tuesday, Nov. 3 from 4:30-6:00 p.m. at our Black Road Branch to code robots for special missions and games! Grades 4-6.

Register here! >>> https://jolietpubliclibrary.libnet.info/event/17095202

10/20/2026

Get ready to shout BINGO! 🎉 Wait for your numbers to be called and see if you’re a winner! 🏆 Exciting prizes are up for grabs! 🎱

Adults: Join us at the Ottawa St. Branch Mcguire Room 109 for loads of fun.

10/20/2026

Is there anything more exciting than getting your first library card? We think not! ✨ Congratulations to these tiny readers on opening up a world of information, stories and fun!

Don't have a library card? Stop by either branch to sign up for your card, or apply here >> https://jolietlibrary.org/library-card/

10/19/2026

Allow the darkness to consume you through some scary stories, horror crafts, and surprise jump scares! 👻😱

Join us on Wed, Oct 28 from 6-7:30 p.m. at our Ottawa Branch for some startling spooks! Grades 6-12.

Register here! >>> https://jolietpubliclibrary.libnet.info/event/17036563