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The Black Road Branch is Open!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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Frida Kahlo Elements of “Timeless” Exhibit Map

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