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.
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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.
April 7, 2026 Events and ProgramsProject Black Road
Come explore your newly refreshed Black Road Branch! Join the celebration with live music, activity stations, library card sign-up,tours, giveaways and light refreshments No registration required!
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…
December 2, 2025 News
The Palace Project offers effortless access to more of the library’s digital collections of ebooks and audiobooks in one easy-to-use app. Patrons can access the…
October 23, 2025 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…
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