August 10, 2026 Uncategorized
Whether you’re a parent whose child is starting kindergarten or you’re a student heading off to college, the back-to-school season is filled with excitement — and plenty of preparation.
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August 5, 2026 AdultsBooks and MoreKids, Tweens and Teens
Whether you’re an anime fan, a comic book lover, or a passionate gamer, the Joliet Public Library has many resources for you to “nerd out” and express yourself.
July 30, 2026 AdultsBooks and MoreKids, Tweens and Teens
There’s a good chance your library card can do more than you realize.
Adults
Beyond providing a quiet place to work, the Joliet Public Library offers free tools, technology and expert resources to help you search with confidence.
July 20, 2026 Patron stories
A childhood library card became a lifelong connection. Read the story of one Joliet Public Library patron who has carried the same library card since the early 1980s.
AdultsBooks and MoreKids, Tweens and Teens
You might not realize it, but Joliet Public Library has way more to offer to cardholders besides reading material.
July 6, 2026 Events and ProgramsNews
The Joliet Public Library will host receptions for Artist in Residence Gabriel Magaña Esquivel, where visitors can view his exhibit, “Here and Be Where to See,” meet the artist and learn more about his work.
January 26, 2026 News
The Joliet Public Library recently partnered with Joliet resident Dr. Lukas Gacheru to share children’s books with students at Karoroha Comprehensive School in Kinangop, Kenya….
January 5, 2026 NewsProject Black Road
The Black Road Branch is Back Open! The Black Road Branch has officially reopened, and we’re excited to welcome patrons back into a refreshed space. While…
December 29, 2025 NewsProject Black Road
Due to ongoing construction work, the Black Road Branch will now reopen on January 5 instead of January 2. We assure you our staff is…
December 17, 2025 NewsProject Black oadProject Black Road
Our staff is hard at work getting the books and shelves ready as we prepare to reopen the Black Road Branch on Jan. 2. Check…
December 9, 2025 NewsProject Black oadProject Black Road
The Black Road Branch will be closed from December 15 through January 1 while we complete construction and prepare the library for a refreshed and…
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