Joliet Public Library patron showcases work as artist in residence

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.

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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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More of your library catalog in one easy-to-use app! the palace project-a picture of a phone and the logo for the app store and Google Play Store.

The Palace Project

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…

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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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Library receives Annual Joliet Historic Preservation Award

May 17, 2023 NewsProject Burnham

We are proud to accept the Annual Joliet Historical Preservation Award for the sensitive interior and exterior preservation work performed during our Project Burnham renovation…

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Phase 3: Week 13

July 26, 2022 NewsProject Burnham

Our building renovation is really coming together as we continue through Week 13 of Phase 3 of construction. This week, we are awaiting the arrival…

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Joliet Public Library Receives Partial State Capital Appropriation Bill, Funding for Project Burnham

June 30, 2022 NewsProject Burnham

The Joliet Public Library is excited to announce that funding for Project Burnham from the Rebuild Illinois Community Development Initiative grant has been partially received…

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Children’s Area Renewed

June 28, 2022 Kids, Tweens and TeensNewsProject Burnham

Our children’s area has been completely renewed—and moved to the second level! Children enjoy the same access to literacy, with different sensory activities added to…

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