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News
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Do you have a loved one serving in the
military out of state? Contact the Joliet Public
Library's Information Services Department if you would
like to use our new Digital Media Studio to communicate
with them via SKYPE (video conference). This
service is free of charge and you do not need a library
card. Certain restrictions may apply. Appointments
necessary. For more information, call 815-740-2666.
Coming Soon! Keep an eye out
for the grand opening of our Digital Media
Studio which will offer both PC and Mac
computers, video equipment, drawing tablets, Green
Screen, poster printer, and top of the line software
including MS Office Suite, Adobe CS4 and CS5, iLife 11,
Business Pro, and Sales and Marketing Pro.
Joliet Public
Library eBooks are now available for the Kindle!
More info.
Fines can now be paid online.
Log into your
library account, click on the
E-Pay button and follow the prompts.
The
next
time
you're
at
the
Black
Road
Branch
be
sure
and
stop
in
at
the
Book
and
Bean
Café.
Sandwiches,
salads,
pastries,
coffee
and
tea
are available
during
library
hours.
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Resources @your library |
New Services!
Book News allows you to choose your
favorite categories and receive monthly
newsletters via email. Get info on all the
newest books, videos and music at Joliet Public
Library from
New Book Alerts.
Want to test drive an electronic
reader before purchasing? 'Nooks' are available
for checkout at the Information Services
department both library locations. They are
pre-loaded with 10 popular titles of our
choosing so you have to do nothing but enjoy.
e-Book
Training:
Learn
how to checkout, download and transfer e-Books from the Joliet Public Library
website. Drop in training is available at the Black Road Branch on Thursdays,
2-5pm and Fridays, 5-9pm. Training also available at the Main Library on
Tuesdays, 9am-12pm. Demonstrations will be conducted on a Nook, but the process
is similar for all e-reader devices.
Click
here
for
more
info.
Text notifications: Stay up-to-date on all your Library account
activity! Sign up for this
free service and receive updates on items
on hold for you that are ready to be picked up, overdue notices, and
courtesy notices for items that will be due soon. You can even send
a text message to renew your items. Sign up by texting the message SIGNUP to jolietlib@shoutbomb.com
Need help finding legal
information? You can use our Job Search/Legal Self Help
computers located in the Internet Computer Center on the Lower Level
of the Main Library to connect to
Illinois Legal Aid for resources
including the Will County Legal Self-Help
Center.
Live
Homework Help is
available online
everyday for all Joliet
Public Library
cardholders: students in
K-12th grade, College
Introduction classes,
and adult learners.
Click here for more
information.
Job hunting? Need to
increase your computer
skills? Searching for
educational opportunities?
Joliet Public Library has
the resources and computers to help you.
We are also an Illinois
WorkNet partner
site.
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Adult Programs |
Open Mic Night
2nd and 4th Thursday of the month, 6-8pm,
Book
and
Bean
Café
at the Black Road Branch. No cover charge!
Sit and Stitch
Wednesday's 6-8pm and odd numbered Wednesday's,
9:30am,
Book
and
Bean
Café
at the Black Road Branch. For those who enjoy
knitting, crocheting, or sewing!
Adult Computer Basics Class
Thursday, February 2, 7:30pm, Black Road Branch. Friday,
February 3, 9:15am, Main Library. Registration required. For more information or to sign up, please call 815-740-2666, ext.1050.
Adult Internet Class
Thursday, February 9, 7:30pm, Black Road Branch. Friday,
February 10, 9:15am, Main Library. For more
information or to sign up, please call 815-740-2666,
ext.1050.
Movie Night: "Water for Elephants"
Monday, February 13, 6:30-8:30pm, Main Library.
Looking for a free night out? Join us for a movie
and snacks. Come with friends or meet some new ones.
Notable Books Discussion
Group
Wednesday, February 15, 6pm, Main Library. We
will discuss
Lost In Shangri-La: A True Story of Survival,
Adventure and the Most Incredible Rescue Mission of
World War II, by Mitchell Zuckoff.
Evening Book Discussion
Wednesday, February 15, 7pm, Black Road Branch. We
will discuss
The Professor and the Madman,
by Simon Winchester.
Morning Book Discussion
Tuesday, February 21, 10am, Black Road Branch. We
will discuss
The Professor and the Madman, by Simon
Winchester.
Relax and Rejuvenate
Saturday, February 25, 10am-11am, Black Road Branch.
Melt away stresses of the day by learning breathing
techniques and basic Tai Chi movements conducted by a
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Teen Programs |
Winter Reading Lock-In
Friday, February 3, 8pm-8am, Main Library. Grades 6-12. Registration and
permission required.
Anime
Club
Tuesday, February 7, 6-8pm, Black Road Branch.
Grades 7-12. Registration not required.
Munchkin
Friday, February 10, 6-8pm, Black Road Branch.
Grades 6-12. Registration not required.
Tech Studio
Monday, February 13, 6-7:30pm, Main Library. Grades
6-12. Registration required.
D.I.Y. Craft
Thursday, February 16, Black Road Branch. Grades
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Children's Programs
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Kid's Winter Brochure |
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I Can Read Club
Wednesday, January 25-April 4, 6:30pm, Main Library.
Monday, January 23-April 2, 6pm, Black Road Branch.
Grades K-2. Registration required, begins January 16.
Pokémon League
Wednesday, February 8 and 15, 5-7pm, Black Road
Branch. Grades 2-8. Must provide your
own deck of 60 cards to play. Registration not required.
Guys
Read
Thursday,
February 9, 6:30-7:30pm,
Main Library. Grades 4-5.
Register.
Cookies and Milk
Storytime
Friday, February 10 and 24, at Panera Bread at the
Westfield Mall.
Register.
Balloon Blast Off
Thursday, February 16, 4:30-5:30pm, Main Library,
Register. Thursday, February 2, 4:30-5:30pm, Black
Road Branch.
Register. Grades K-3.
Video Game Night
Thursday, February 16, 5-8pm,
Main Library. Suggested for Grades 3-6. Registration not
required.
Friday Film Festival: "Night at the
Museum"
Friday, February 17,
6:30-8pm, Main Library. All ages. Registration
not required.
Toddler Dance Party
Saturday, February 18, 10-11am, Main Library,
Register. Saturday, February 11, 10-11am, Black Road
Branch,
Register. Ages 1-4.
Snap Circuits
Tuesday, February 21, 5:30-6:30pm, Main Library,
Register. Wednesday, February 1, 4:30-5:30pm, Black
Road Branch,
Register. Grades 3-6.
Art Experience
Monday, February 27, 4:30-5:30pm, Main Library,
Register. Tuesday,
February 14, 4:30-5:30pm, Black Road Branch,
Register. Grades 3-6.
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Save The Date
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Prom Fashion Show
March 10, 6-8pm, Black Road Branch. Grades 6-12.
Watch as girls strut their stuff on the runway. Free
dress to ANY girl who does a 2-hour dating safety course
with Guardian Angel Community Services. If you are
in 9th-12th grade and are interested in being a model
contact Andrea at 815-740-2662 by February 10.
Yoga
March 31, 10-11am, Main Library. Come out to learn
some basic yoga moves from a certified instructor from
the Joliet Park District's Inwood Athletic Club. Dress
in loose fitting clothes and bring your own yoga mat if
possible. Limited to 50 people!
Titanic
Day
April 14, 9am-3:30pm, Black Road Branch. Adults.
Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the sinking of
the Titanic with an all day event featuring a
presentation by Titanic historian Denise Vanaria as Mrs.
Thomas Andrews, widow of one of Titanic’s chief
designers who will appear in an authentic Titanic era
attire; live music that was played on board the ship;
display of Titanic artifacts; art display, clips from a
documentary, a craft for children to do and much more!
No registration required!
Super Couponing with Jill Cataldo
April 21, 10am, Main Library. Adults. Coupon
Queen Jill Cataldo will present Super-Couponing:
Changing the way you shop... forever! This fast-paced,
fun workshop combines the best techniques for following
sales with using newspaper and Internet coupons to their
fullest advantage. No registration required, but space
is limited to 150.
Star Wars Day 3
June 2, 10am-3pm, Main Library. All ages. Come out
for a fun day of Star Wars themed games and activities.
Win prizes and meet over 30 costumed characters from the
Star Wars universe such as C3PO, Darth Vader, Jango Fett,
and Queen Amidala. This event will take place
throughout the library and outside on the front lawn. |
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