October 23, 2025 News
Earlier this month, the library’s main book distributor announced it will be ceasing operations. This change may impact how quickly we can process new books…
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Events and ProgramsWhat's Going on in Joliet
I’ve been working at the library for nearly a decade, but I’ve been visiting the downtown branch since I could toddle. I’ve sat in storytimes,…
October 21, 2025 Project Black Road
Project Black Road Branch Update Things are taking shape at the Black Road Branch! Here’s what’s been happening behind the scenes: Teen Room walls are…
October 1, 2025 Events and ProgramsWhat's Going on in Joliet
Love books? Can’t resist the thrill of hunting down a $1 treasure? Mark your calendar now: the Friends of the Joliet Public Library are back…
September 24, 2025 Project Black Road
Project Black Road Branch Update: Painters have started painting the walls! They will begin putting ceiling tiles up soon.
August 25, 2025 News
September is Library Card Sign-up Month, and the Joliet Public Library is celebrating in a big way! Starting Monday, September 2, the first 50 people…
August 5, 2025 Project Black Road
Project Black Road Branch Update: Here’s a peek inside. The space is officially gutted and ready for renovation! Exciting things ahead for the future of…
July 14, 2025 Project Black Road
Check out our temporary youth space at the Black Road Branch! We know it’s a lot smaller, but keep in mind, it’s just to get…
July 11, 2025 Project Black Road
Where did it go? Since we started renovating the interior of the BRB, things may seem a little mixed up! Don’t worry, our staff will…
July 1, 2025 Project Black Road
Our staff is getting the interior of the Black Road Branch ready for renovation! Check out the photos of the shifted books, shelves and equipment! …
June 13, 2025 Project Black Road
We continue to get our Black Road Branch building ready for renovations. Check out the upcoming renovation schedule with important dates and photos of progress….
June 6, 2025 Project Black Road
We’re making progress every day at the Joliet Public Library Black Road Branch, and we’re excited to share more updates as we prepare for our…
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