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Friends of the Joliet Public Library Helps Launch First School Library in Kinangop, Kenya

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….

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The Black Road Branch is Open!

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…

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Black Road Branch Update: Reopening January 5

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…

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Black Road Branch Photo Updates

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…

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Black Road Branch Closed Dec. 15–Jan. 1 for Exciting Updates

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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Now Available: The Palace Project

December 2, 2025 News

Replacing the Boundless app, the Palace Project offers effortless access to more of the library’s digital collections of ebooks and audiobooks in one easy-to-use app….

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Library Update: Ensuring You Get the Books You Love

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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Library Card Sign-up Month

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…

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Joliet Public Library Awarded NASA’s Universe of Learning Grant for Upcoming Exhibit

October 28, 2024 Events and ProgramsNewsWhat's Going on in Joliet

The Joliet Public Library (JPL) is proud to announce our library was awarded NASA’s Universe of Learning Grant, and welcome the Discover Exoplanets: The Search…

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Joliet Public Library Announces New Outreach Van, Funded by Will County ARPA Grant

August 5, 2024 News

The Joliet Public Library is happy to unveil their new outreach van, funded generously by the Will County ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) grant. The…

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Friends of the Joliet Public Library to Host Summertime Pop Up Sale at Black Road Branch

July 25, 2024 Books and MoreEvents and ProgramsNews

It’s a pop up sale! The Friends of the Joliet Public Library will host a special Summertime Pop Up Sale  at the Black Road Branch,…

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Smart Salt and You Exhibit through December

November 2, 2023 AdultsEvents and ProgramsNews

While road salt keeps our driveways and sidewalks safe, it also pollutes our rivers, lakes and groundwater, including the water we drink. Stop by the…

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