Program Guide - Joliet Public Library

WHAT’S INSIDE
General Information....................2
Preschool Programs.....................3
Children’s Programs..................4-5
Teen Programs..........................6-7
Adult Programs.........................8-9
Technology............................10-11
En Español............................12-13
Program Calendar.................14-16
LIBRARY HOURS
Mon-Thurs
Fri & Sat
Sun
9 am-9 pm
9 am-5 pm
1 pm-5 pm
LIBRARY CLOSINGS
Friday, January 1
New Year’s Day
Monday, February 15
Presidents’ Day
Friday, March 25
Good Friday
Sunday, May 8
Mother’s Day
Monday, May 30
Memorial Day
Closed Sundays May 29-Sept 4
OPENING @ NOON
Friday, April 1
WINTER/SPRING 2016
Program Guide
General Information
General Information
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Board of Trustees
President
Lynn Poper Samalea
Vice President
Dr. John Markley
Secretary
Esperanza Chavez
Treasurer
Nancy K. Henricksen
Trustees
Carol Boban
Kimberly Neidermyer
Emita R. Ostrem
Gail Gawlik
Library Director
Kevin Medows
Get a Library Card
Any resident of the city of Joliet
may apply for a library card at the
Circulation Desk at either location.
Applicants must present one current
government issued photo ID that
verifies their name, and one printed
form of identification that verifies
their current address. (PO boxes may
not be used.) Children 3 years old and
up may apply for their own library
card, with parental consent and
signature of responsibility.
Publicity Photos
The Library reserves the right to
photograph program participants.
Photos are for library use and may
be used in library publicity materials.
Names of individuals will not be used
in photo captions. Patrons who do
not wish to be photographed should
notify staff.
Registration
Some library programs require
registration. This is to help ensure the
success of a program. You can register
for programs:
BY PHONE
Children/Teens: Call 815-740-2662
Adults: Call 815-740-2666
ONLINE
Visit jolietlibrary.org/calendar
IN PERSON
Children/Teens: Visit Youth Services
Adults: Visit Adult Services
ADA Compliance
Any person needing an
accommodation for a disability
in order to access the benefits of
the Library’s services, programs,
or activities under the Americans
with Disabilities Act should contact
the Marketing and Community
Relations Liaison or any member of
the Library staff. Any person needing
an accommodation for a disability
in order to attend a meeting at the
Library should contact the Marketing
and Community Relations Liaison,
Joliet Public Library by telephone at
815-846-3124, by email at
[email protected] or in writing,
not less than five (5) working days
prior to the meeting.
Parking
Free parking is available at the Main
Library (2 hours) in the library lot at
the corner of Clinton and Chicago
Street. There is also deck parking
at 110 N. Ottawa Street and 11 E.
Clinton St. Deck parking is FREE on
Saturdays and Sundays and only $.50
an hour Monday-Friday 6 am-7 pm.
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150 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL
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BLACK ROAD BRANCH
3395 Black Rd, Joliet, IL
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Preschool
Programs
Preschool Programs
Littlest Makers
Monthly
Ages 18 months-5 years
with adult, registration
opens Jan 4, Feb 1, Mar
7, Apr 4
Tinker, design and create together.
Join us and explore new materials,
tools and processes as you make a
project to take home. Sometimes
creativity can get messy, so dress
your little maker (and yourself) in old
clothing that can be splattered with
things like paint, ink and glue.
January Theme: Sock Snowmen
February Theme: Collage
March Theme: Paper Mache Eggs
April Theme: Wind Spinners
Mondays, 10-11 am
Jan 11, Feb 8, Mar 14,
& Apr 11
Cookies and Milk Storytime
Ages 3-5, registration opens Dec 28, Feb
1, Feb 29, Mar 28, May 2
Join us for songs and stories at
Panera Bread, located in the
Westfield Louis Joliet Mall and get a
free cookie.
Panera Louis Joliet Mall
Fridays, 9:30-10:30 am
Jan 8 & 22, Feb 12 & 26, Mar 11,
Apr 8 & 22, May 13 & 27
Doc McStuffins
Ages 2-6, registration opens Mar 28
The doctor is in! Bring a stuffed
animal friend for a check-up and
explore the fun of Doc McStuffins
through games and stories.
Sat, Apr 9
10:30-11:30 am
Black Road Branch
LS Lapsit Birth-24 mos
Caregivers and babies will enjoy
playing games, singing songs, reading stories, and chasing bubbles!
This is a great first “playgroup” for
children and a great opportunity to
meet other caregivers.
FP Free Play Time Birth-24 months
Spend time talking or playing with
other parents/children before and
after Lapsit!
CLM Curious Little Monkeys Play
Group Birth-36 mos
This parent-child play experience
combines elements of traditional
lapsit with an additional ½ hour of
theme-related free play activity.
SS Family Storytime in Spanish
All ages, Hear stories, sing and
make a craft!
Mon
9:15 am
Tues
LS
Wed
LS
TT Toddler Time 18 mos-3 yrs
Toddler time is a story program
for children who are “too big” for
lapsit and are not yet ready for the
structure of storytime. Your child
will enjoy stories, games, songs,
movement activities, and a simple
craft.
PS Preschool Storytime 3-5 yrs
A chance for children to explore
the world of books through stories,
songs, and crafts. Each week begins
with a special visit by our puppet
mascot “Jamberry” Bear, and
finishes with each child marching
and playing an instrument in JPL’s
very own storytime parade!
FS Family Storytime Birth - 6 yrs
All your favorite storytime elements
will be combined into one event,
including stories, bubbles, songs,
parachute play, and crafts
Thurs
LS
PS
9:30 am
FP
FP & TT
FP & TT
10:15 am
LS
LS
LS & CLM
10:30 am
PS
PS
PS
FP
FP & TT
FP
LS
LS
LS
9:45 am
10:45 am
TT
TT
11:15 am
=Main Library
FS
=Black Road
Branch
PS
11:30 am
11:45 am
Sat
TT
TT
1:00 pm
PS
6:30 pm
FS & SS
PS
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Children’s
Programs
Children’s Programs
Robotics Team
Video Game Night
Learn to build and program robots
using Lego® Mindstorms. We
will form small group teams and
present a showcase next spring.
Wednesdays, 4-5:30 pm
Jan 6, Feb 17, Mar 2
Don’t be a vidiot - come to video
game night! Wii have an arcade!
Tuesdays, 5:30-8:30 pm
Jan 5, Feb 2, Mar 8, & Apr 5
Grades 5-8, registration opens Dec 1
Circuits and Cyborgs
Grades 3-5, registration opens Dec 1
Come tinker with us! Make a
light-up greeting card, learn how
circuits work, build Lego® creations,
program robots...nerdy con fun!
Wednesdays, 4-5:30 pm
ML
Feb 24, Mar 9, 23, & Apr 6
Messy Masterpieces
Ages 4-8, registration opens Dec 28,
Feb 29, Apr 18
Get messy and have fun making art
with paint, glue, bubbles and other
materials. Please wear old clothes.
Mondays, 4:30-5:15 pm
BRB
Jan 11, Mar 14, & May 2
I Can Read Club
Grades K-2 with adult, registration opens
Jan 4 & Jan 25
Parents share and explore literacy
concepts with your children who are
emergent readers.
Wednesdays, Jan 13-Feb 10
ML
6-7 pm
Wednesdays, Feb 10-March 9
4:30-5:30 pm
Pokemon League
Grades 2-8, no registration, children who
want to “duel” should bring their own
deck of 60 cards.
Become a Pokemon Master and take
on your friends during free play or a
tournament!
Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm
Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 9,
Apr 13, & May 11
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Grades 1-6, no registration required
Tuesdays, 4:30-6 pm
Jan 5 & 19, Feb 9 & 23,
BRB
Mar 8 & 22, & Apr 5, 12
Minecraft Basics
Grades 2-6, registration opens Jan 4,
Feb 1, March 14, April 18
Learn new tricks and skills to bring
your imagination to virtual reality in
Minecraft.
1:30-2:30 pm
Mon, Jan 18, Sat, Feb 13
Thurs, Mar 31, & Sat, Apr 30
Lego® Club
Ages 4-12, registration opens Jan 11, Feb
8, Mar 14, Apr 11, May 9
Work in teams to make a LEGO
masterpiece that will be displayed
that week in the library. The library
will supply all the legos—you bring
the brains!
Tuesdays, 3:30-5 pm
Jan 19, Feb 16, Mar 22,
ML
& Apr 19
Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30 pm
Jan 26, Feb 23, Mar 29, Apr 26,
& May 24
Board Game Night
Grades 1-6, no registration required
Are you bored? Come to Board
Game Night!
Tuesdays, 5:30-8:30 pm
Jan 19, Feb 16, Mar 22,
& Apr 19
BOOK CLUBS
GIRLS READ
Registration opens the day of the
previous book group
Share your favorite books with your
friends in this book club just for girls!
Snacks will be provided. Please bring
your library card so you can check
out the next month’s book.
Girls Read Grades 4-7
Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30 pm
Jan 20, Feb 17, Mar 16,
& Apr 20
Girls Read, Jr Grades 2-4
Mondays, 4:30-5:30 pm
Jan 25, Feb 22, Mar 21,
& Apr 18
GUYS READ
Registration opens the day of the
previous book group
Hang out and talk about books and
graphic novels! There will be snacks
and drinks. Bring your library card to
check out the next month’s book.
Guys Read Grades 4-7
Mondays, 4:30-5:30 pm
Feb 1, Feb 29, & Apr 4
Guys Read Grades 6-8
Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 pm
Jan 12, Feb 9, Mar 15, & Apr 12
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Children’s
Programs
Children’s Programs
Snap Circuits
Science Challenge
Work with your friends to build a
radio, burglar alarm, microphone or
other gadgets.
Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30 pm
Jan 19, Feb 16, Mar 22,
& Apr 19
Explore science through fun
experiments and other activities.
Mon, Feb 22 & Apr 4
6:30-7:30 pm
Grades 2-6, registration opens Jan 4,
Feb 1, Mar 7, Apr 4
Do-It-Yourself: Travel Pillows
Grades 3-6, registration opens Jan 18
Learn to create and sew a travel
pillow with cool designs. A great skill
for boys and girls!
Thurs, Feb 4
6:30-7:30 pm
Classic Games
Grades 2-5, registration opens
Feb 8 & Mar 21
Volunteers from the American Red
Cross will be teaching children basic
first aid and safety skills, including
how to get help, how to stay calm in
an emergency, and how to control
bleeding.
Mon, Mar 7
6:30-7:30 pm
Valentine’s Make and Take
Get a behind the scenes look at
Mariano’s. See how grocery stores
work, learn about smart shopping,
and try some goodies!
950 Brook Forest Ave, Shorewood IL
Tues, Mar 8
4-5 pm
Stop by the Youth Services
Department any time Feb 8-Feb 14
to make a special craft with your
family.
Mon, Feb 8-Sun, Feb 14
BRB
Drop-in any time
Bilingual Storytime
Ages 3-8, registration opens Jan 25,
Feb 22, March 28, April 25
This special storytime for Spanish
and English speakers will give
children exposure to books and
activities in both languages.
Thursdays, 4:30-5:15 pm
Feb 11, Mar 10, Apr 14,
& May 12
Black Road Branch
Grab a juice box and learn how to
replicate a painting with step-by-step
instructions.
Thurs, Mar 17
6:30-7:30 pm
Grades K-5, registration opens Feb 22
Family Field Trip Mariano’s
All ages, no registration
Paint and Sip, Jr
Grades 3-6, registration opens Feb 29
First Aid for Kids
Grades 2-6, no registration required
Join us for an opportunity to learn
how to play a thinking game.
Dominos, Chess and Backgammon
stations will be set up with qualified
instructors.
Sat, Feb 6
11-1 pm
5
Ages 4-12 with adult, registration opens
Feb 22
Batman vs. Superman
All ages, registration opens Mar 14
This spring break, test your family
with superhero challenges and
supersized fun!
Wed, Mar 30
1:30-2:30 pm
Spring Planting
All ages with adult, registration opens
April 4
Bring your family and learn how to
make biodegradable pots and plant
flowers to brighten your yard.
Thurs, Apr 21
6:30-7:30 pm
Home Alone
All ages family show,
no registration required
Pocket Circus is the world’s
smallest circus, with two bilingual
performers who juggle, perform
magic and acrobatics and do so
much more!
Sat, Feb 20
10:30-11:30 am
Sat, Feb 20
2-3 pm
Grades K-5, registration opens April 11
Volunteers from the American Red
Cross will help students learn basic
information on how to deal with
strangers, what to do if an emergency
happens, how to call 9-1-1, and how
to respond to specific emergencies.
Mon, Apr 25
6:30-7:30 pm
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Library Nerdy Con
Grades 6-12, registration required
Want to create a robot? Create your own Vine
video? Learn about programming? Play Magic?
Or maybe just create a fandom craft? At our Teen
Geek Group you can do it all!
Mondays, 6-7:30 pm
BRB
Jan 11, Feb 8, Mar 14, & Apr 11
Friday Night Madness
Grades 6-12, registration required
An exciting after hours event for teens. Note: teens
must be in by 5 pm and cannot leave until 7 pm.
Fridays, 4:30-7 pm
BRB
Jan 15, Mar 11, & Apr 8
Reality Check
Grades 6-12, registration required
Learn about important life skills to prepare you for
the “real world.”
Feb Job Interviewing by JJC Career Center
March Budgeting 101
Apr College Scholarships presented by Illinois
Student Assistant Commission (ISAC)
Tuesdays, 6-7 pm
BRB
Feb 9, Mar 8, & Apr 12
Teen
Programs
Teen Programs
Teen Advisory Group
Grades 6-12, no registration required
Earn community service hours while you eat snacks
and share your ideas on how to make the Teen
Department better.
Mondays, 6-7:30 pm
BRB
Jan 18, Feb 29, Mar 21, Apr 18, & May 16
5th Wave Release Party
Grades 6-12, registration required
Celebrate the movie release of 5th Wave with food,
games, and more.
Tues, Jan 19
BRB
6-7:30 pm
Teen Book Club
Grades 8-12, registration is required a week before
event to ensure copy of book for next meeting.
Join other teens in discussing various book. Free
book and ice cream are provided.
Thursdays, 6-7:30 pm
BRB
Jan 28, Feb 25, Mar 24, & Apr 28, & May 26
Career Talk
Grades 6-12, registration required
Learn about jobs from experts in the field.
Feb Safe and Vault Technician, Diebold
March Artist, Hamilton Design
Apr Emergency Management Operations Specialist,
Will County Emergency Management
Thursdays, 6-7 pm
Feb 4, Mar 3, & Apr 7
Zentangle
Grades 6-12, registration required
The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create
beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Zentangle can be done
by almost anyone. It increases focus, memory, creativity and JOY!
Wed, Jan 27
BRB
6-7:30 pm
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Teen
Programs
Teen Programs
Chocolate Wars
Grades 6-12, registration required
Chocolate lovers unite and test your skill in different
games and competitions.
Thurs, Feb 11
BRB
6-7:30 pm
Thurs, Feb 18
6-7:30 pm
Dramarama
Grades 6-12, registration required
Show off your acting and improv skills during this
night of drama-filled fun.
Tues, Feb 16
BRB
6-7:30 pm
Page-To-Screen: Maze Runner
Grades 6-12, registration required
Grab some popcorn and enjoy Maze Runner at our
teen movie night.
Tues, Feb 24
BRB
6-7:30 pm
Tastes from Around the World
Grades 6-12, registration required
Try different snacks and food from different
countries around the world.
Wed, Mar 16
BRB
6-7:30 pm
Thurs, Mar 24
4-5:30 pm
Otaku Day
Grades 6-12, registration required
Celebrate all things Anime and Manga. We’ll watch
some anime videos and will be discussing the
manga, Death Note.
Thurs, Mar 17
BRB
6-7:30 pm
Black Road Branch
PJs and Cartoons
Grades 6-12, registration required
Relive your childhood by watching old Saturday
morning cartoons and eating snacks. Teens are
encouraged to come in PJs and bring pillows.
Fri, Apr 1
BRB
12:30-3:30 pm
Pendants Galore
Grades 6-12, Registration is required
Make your own resin-like pendant. Feel free to
bring small things from home to use in your
pendant.
Thurs, Apr 14
6-7:30 pm
Paint N Sip
Grades 6-12, registration required
Grab a juice box and learn how replicate to a
painting with step-by-step instructions.
Wed, Apr 20
BRB
6-7:30 pm
Books and Hot Dogs
Grades 6-12, registration required
Enjoy eating hot dogs while learning about the new
& hot books.
Tues, Apr 26
BRB
6-7:30 pm
Follow the Joliet Public Library Teens on
facebook! facebook.com/jolietlibraryteens
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Adult
Programs
Adult Programs
Save Money on Your Utility Bills!
Adults, registration required
Learn how you may be able to
lower your energy bills from CUB
(Citizen’s Utility Board) experts.
Please bring current copies of your
phone, electric, and gas bills for
review. *February presentation will
be in English & Spanish.
Mon, Jan 11
6:30-8 pm
Mon, Feb 8
6:30-8 pm
Movie Mondays
Adults, no registration required
Enjoy a great movie and some light
refreshments at the library.
Jan Ant Man
Mar The Visit
May Everest
Mondays, 6-8:30 pm
Jan 18, Mar 7, & May 16
Adult Crafting Night- Valentine’s
Day Wreaths
Ages 18 and up, registration required
Join us for an adult only craft
night! We are making a beautiful
Valentine’s Day decoration to hang
in your home. All materials are
provided for you!
Mon, Jan 25
BRB
6:30-8 pm
2016 “KEEP CALM AND READ ON”
Book Buzz Tour
Adults, registration required
Book lovers, be the first to know
about hot new titles from Penguin/
Random House! Attendees will get
free Advanced Reader’s Copies of
select forthcoming books, a tote
bag and tips on great upcoming
titles to watch for!
Tues, May 3
BRB
6:30-7:30 pm
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Made in Illinois
This year The Great Read will host numerous programs
highlighting Illinois culture and history. Visit greatread.org
for a complete list of programs and books about Illinois.
“Devils in the White City – and
Beyond” by Richard C. Lindberg
Adults, no registration required
True crime author Rich Lindberg
presents a fascinating montage of
Gaslight era serial killers, scoundrels,
and murderers. A veritable rogue’s
gallery will be discussed, including
H.H. Holmes, matrimonial swindlers,
and murderers Johann Hoch and
Belle Gunness as well as Lizzie
Borden and the black widow, Amy
Archer Gilligan.
Sat, Feb 27
2-3 pm
Soon to be Famous Illinois Author,
Michael Alan Peck
Ages 14 and up, no registration required
Join us for a Skype meeting with
author and “Soon to Be Famous
Illinois Author” winner, Michael
Alan Peck. Discuss his urban fantasy
book The Commons: Book 1: The
Journeyman which appeals to both
teens and adults. The Journeyman is
the first in a contemporary-fantasy
series about an afterlife world
known as The Commons.
Wed, Mar 2
7-8:30 pm
How Graphic Novels are Created
Ages 12 & up, registration required
Charles D. Moisant , author, artist,
and publisher from Silver Phoenix
Publishers of Oak Park, IL will
discuss the process of creating
graphic novels from story boards
to completion. He will also share
stories of his work with other
graphic novelists and illustrators.
Sat, Mar 5
1-3 pm
Genealogy Help: Will County
Adults, no registration required
Out of the 102 counties in
Illinois, Will County is one of the
hardest to research. Government
records are housed in multiple
locations and many historically
significant collections live in various
universities, archives and historical
societies scattered across the county.
Presenter Tina Beaird will help
you dig into these records and find
information on your family using
school records, land surveyor maps,
justice of the peace records, and
much more.
Mon, Mar 14
6:30-8 pm
Author Visit & Presentation: D. Henderson
Adults, registration required
After spending nearly 15 years in some of the America’s
roughest prisons, D. Henderson emerged inspired to write
The Career Criminal Series, a raw and uncut look at crime
and the consequences that come with it. Hear Henderson
speak about his experiences and his debut novel, Career
Criminal.
Sat, Mar 12
1-3 pm
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Adult
Programs
Adult Programs
Graphic Novel Book Club
Adults, registration required
Explore the world of comics and
graphic novels! Whether you’ve been
a comic enthusiast for years or just
read your first graphic novel, this club
is for you! We will discuss a different
title each month, light refreshments
provided. Jan • A Game of Thrones •
Feb Deadpool Classic Vol. 11: Merc
With A Mouth • Mar The Dark Knight
Returns • Apr Chew: Taster’s Choice •
May TBD
Tuesdays, 7-8:30 pm
Jan 5, Feb 2, Mar 1, Apr 5
& May 3
Morning/Evening Book
Discussion Group
Adults, no registration required
Share your love for reading with this
lively and entertaining book group!
There is a morning and evening
session each month. Jan The LifeChanging Magic of Tidying Up •
Feb Dearest Dorothy, Are We There
Yet? • Mar Louisa May Alcott: A
Personal Biography • Apr The Girl on
the Train
Morning Tuesdays, 10 am
Jan 19, Feb 16, Mar 15, Apr 19,
BRB
& May 17
Evening Wednesdays, 7 pm
Jan 20, Feb 17, Mar 16, Apr 20,
BRB
& May 18
DATABASE TRAINING
Study for the GED using Help Now
Adults, registration required
Join us for a presenation on
HelpNow, an online tutoring and test
prep service. Learn how to use it to
perpare for the GED.
Mon, Jan 25
6:30-8 pm
Black Road Branch
What Does Your Handwriting Say
About You?
Adults, registration required
Handwriting analysis or graphology is
the study of handwriting to reveal the
character or personality traits of the
writer. Chris McBrien, Professional
Handwriting Analyst and Entertainer
will amaze patrons and leave them in
awe of his accuracy. He will explain
many of his methods so that patrons
can try handwriting analysis later on
their own.
Sat, Apr 9
2-3:30 pm
Get Organized, Stay Organized, and
Save Money!
Adults, registration required
Join us for a presentation from Beth
Randall of Joe Organizer, LLC. Have
you ever had to pay an extra charge
on a credit card or bill because you
paid it late? Do you ever run to the
grocery store (again) to pick up a few
things that you forgot the last time
you shopped? These practices cost
you time and money. Learn how to
get organized, stay organized, and
save money in the process! Lots of
tips and great ideas will be offered to
help you feel in control of your life!
Sat, Apr 23
1:30-2:30 pm
Unlock Your Family’s History with
Ancestry.com
Adults, registration required
Representatives from Ancestry.com
will show you how to get the most
out of this powerful resource. Hear
tips and tricks from the experts and
start uncovering your family’s history
today.
Mon, Feb 22
ML
6:30-8 pm
Trash or Treasure with Rex Newell
Adults, registration required
Professional appraiser Rex Newell
of Rex’s Antiques will appraise and
discuss your “hand-held” antiques
and collectibles. Newell will discuss
current trends in the antiques market
and offer a suggested value of your
collectible. Each person attending
is allowed to bring ONE item for
evaluation due to time constraints.
Sun, May 15
2:30 pm
Al Capone and the Rt 66 Connection
Adults, registration required
Professional tour guide, Dave
Clark will discuss the fascinating
connections between notorious
mobster, Al Capone and the Mother
Road. Hear the stories of Al’s
armor-plated Cadillacs, his trip
with Elliot Ness to the Cook County
Jail, and many more in this exciting
presentation.
Sat, May 21
2-3 pm
Download Free Music with Freegal
Adults, registration required
Explore over 8 million songs from
over 28,000 labels with Freegal
Music. Discover how you can use
your library card to download and
stream music for free!
Mon, Mar 21
6:30-8 pm
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Technology
Technology
Internet Safety
Registration required, patrons are encouraged to
bring their own portable computing device like a
laptop or tablet.
Learn how to be safe while navigating the
internet on your personal computer. We’ll talk
about what you can do to protect yourself, how
to “behave” online, and what FREE software
you can use to stay safe. We will explain the
terms used by security experts. You’ll be more
confident to safely check your email, download
software, or even shop online.
Thurs, Feb 11, 6:30-8:30 pm
ML
Mon, Apr 11, 12-2 pm
BRB
Wed, Mar 9, 12-2 pm
Mon, May 9, 1-3 pm
Introduction to
Photoshop 1 & 2
Registration required,
patron must be
familiar with basic
computer use.
Discover the power
of Photoshop
in this two part, hands-on class! Learn the
fundamentals of this exciting program so you can
start creating a wide variety of projects. Class
will be held on Tuesday and Thursday of the
same week. Let the artist emerge!
Tuesday & Thursday
Mar 8 & Mar 10, May 17 & 19
ML
6:30-8:30 pm
Tuesday & Thursday
Feb 9 & Feb 11, Apr 12 & 14
BRB
6:30-8:30 pm
Make Some Noise!
Exploring Electronic Music with Littlebits & Korg
Grades 5-8, registration required
Kids will get a hands on experience constructing
several different electronic instruments using
Littlebits modular components. We’ll talk about
the history of electronic synthesizers and their
use in movies and music and we’ll end with a jam
session so students can express their creativity.
Tuesdays, Feb 23, Mar 22, & Apr 19
ML
4:30-5:30 pm
Digital Music Production with Reaper
Digital Audio Workstation
Registration required, patrons must be proficient
with basic computer skills such as installing
programs and working with files and folders
Do you want to record and produce your own
music in your home recording studio? Join us to
learn how you can get started with nothing more
than a laptop and a microphone. We’ll cover the
initial setup and share some quintessential tools
and techniques using the same low cost software
we use every day in the Digital Media Studio.
Tues, May 24
ML
6:30-7:30 pm
Creating Graphics Novels in the
Digital Age Forum
Registration required
Call them Comic Books, Manga, Graphic Novels,
Sequential Art, or Storyboards they all tell a story
graphically. But today we have digital tools to use
in their development. Come explore the steps
in creating your graphic novel using the Joliet
Public Library’s Digital Media Studio. Share your
questions, ideas, and creative projects.
Tuesdays, Mar 1 & May 10
ML
6:30-8:30 pm
BRB
jolietlibrary.org
Tuesdays, Feb 2 & Apr 5
6:30-8:30 pm
Main Library
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Technology
Technology
3D Printing Meetup
No registration required
Once a month we open up the Digital Media Studio
and invite the public to join us learning about the
wonders of 3D printing. We’ll be demonstrating
the equipment we have and discussing things that
are happening in the 3D printing world. Computers
will be available for personal projects related to 3D
printing.
Wednesdays, 4-6 pm
ML
Feb 17, Mar 16, Apr 20 and May 19
Drop In Help
Device Help
Visit the Digital Media Studio for help with your
eReader, tablet or other portable device. We can
show you how to access and download ebooks and
magazines from the Library’s catalog
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Digital Media Studio
The Main Library’s Digital Media Studio is
equipped with both Macs and PCs for industrystandard image, video, and audio editing. Staff
is available to assist you with a variety of multimedia projects. You can design posters, create
and record music or podcasts, build websites,
edit photos, create animations, and much more!
Please contact us to set up a reservation.
Phone: (815) 846-3127
Email: [email protected]
Wednesdays
10 am-12 pm
eBook Training
Visit the Adult Services Department and learn
how to check out, download, and transfer
ebooks to a portable reader.
Thursdays
BRB
2-5 pm
Printing @ your library
3D PRINTING
$1
10¢
Setup Fee
Per 1 gram of plastic
LARGE FORMAT PRINTING
$20
$15 24” x 36”
18” x 24”
WIRELESS PRINTING
10¢ per page
50¢ per page FAXING
$1 per page
$2 per page
B/W prints
Color prints
Follow the Digital Media Studio on facebook!
facebook.com/jpldms
In the US
International
Black Road Branch
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¡Descargue música gratuita con Freegal!
¡Descargue y reproduzca música de forma gratuita con la
tarjeta de su biblioteca en Freegal Music! Freegal ofrece
acceso a más de ocho millones de canciones de más de
80 países. Los géneros incluyen banda, bolero, flamenco,
folklórica, latina, merengue, norteña, reggaetón, salsa,
samba, tango y tropical. Los miembros de JPL pueden
descargar cinco canciones por semana y transmitir por
tres horas al día.
Comience: Visite nuestra pagina jolietlibrary.org/
downloadables y haga clic en el enlace Freegal. También
puede descargar la aplicación desde la tienda de
aplicaciones buscando Freegal Music. Necesita crear un
perfil en Freegal. Ingrese su numero de credencial y su
numero de identificación personal-los ultimos 4 numeros
de su credencial.
¡Aprenda un nuevo idioma con Mango Languages!
Aprenda a hablar un nuevo idioma con este servicio
gratuito de aprendizaje en línea. Tenemos disponibles
actualmente: español, inglés como segundo idioma,
árabe, chino, francés, alemán, griego, hebreo, italiano,
japonés, polaco y ruso.
Comience: visitando jolietlibrary.org/resources y
creando un perfil en Mango. Ingrese su numero de
credencial y su numero de identificación personal-los
ultimos 4 numeros de su credencial.
En Español
En Español
¡Reciba revistas en español de manera gratuita en su
dispositivo electrónico!
Disfrute de sus revistas favoritas, como Cosmopolitan
en Español, Buen Hogar, Vanidades, TV y Novelas y otros
títulos utilizando Zinio. ¡También tenemos revistas en
inglés incluyendo US Weekly, Food Network, Reader’s
Digest, y más!
Comience: Visite jolietlibrary.org/downloadables y
haga clic en el enlace de Zinio. Necesita crear una cuenta
utilizando su credencial de la biblioteca. También puede
descargar la aplicación desde la tienda de aplicaciones
buscando Zinio.
¡Descubra libros electrónicos con E-Read Illinois!
Acceda a miles de títulos de ficción y no ficción,
incluyendo títulos en español, con eRead Illinios. Este
producto es un suplemento a nuestra plataforma de
libros electrónicos Overdrive. Ahora puede ver cinco
libros electrónicos en Overdrive y cinco más en Axis 360.
Comience: Visite jolietlibrary.org/downloadables y
haga clic en el enlace de eRead Illinois o descargue la
aplicación desde la tienda de aplicaciones buscando Axis
Reader 360. Necesita crear una cuenta con su credencial
de la Biblioteca Pública Joliet, y comience a escuchar o a
leer su libro electrónico.
Pelicula en español para Familias
No es necesario registrarse
Las películas se reproducirán en Español. Gratuito para todos. Refrescos
para los que participan.
Hotel Transylvania 2
Pixels
sábado, 6 de feb
lunes, 18 de abril
ML
ML
2-3:30 pm
6-7:30 pm
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Biblioteca Principal
Programas en inglés
Programas en inglés
Para Niños
Noche de Videojuegos
Grados 1-6, no es necesario registrarse
¡Venga y juegue videojuegos con sus
amigos!
Martes, 5:30-8:30 pm
5 de enero, 2 de febrero, 8 de
ML
marzo y 5 de abril
Pequeños Creadores
Edades de 18 meses a 5 años con un
adulto. El registro inicia el 4 de enero, 1
de febrero, 7 de marzo y el 4 de abril
Jueguen, diseñen y creen juntos.
Únase y explore los nuevos materiales,
herramientas y procesos mientras crea
un proyecto que puede llevar a casa.
A veces, la creatividad puede ser un
problema, así que vista a su pequeño
creador (y usted) con ropa vieja que
pueda ser manchada con pintura, tinta y
pegamento.
Enero Muñeco de Nieve en Calcetín
• Febrero Collage • Marzo Huevos de
Papel Maché Abril • Molinos de Vientos
lunes, 10-11 am
11 de enero, 8 de febrero, 14 de
ML marzo, y 11 de abril
Club Yo Puede Leer
Grados K-2 con adulto. El registro inicia
el 4 de enero y 25 de enero
Los padres comparten y exploran
conceptos literarios con los niños,
quienes son lectores emergentes.
miércoles, 13 de enero-10 de
ML febrero, 6-7 pm
miércoles, 10 de febrero-9 de
BRB
marzo, 4:30-5:30 pm
Crea y Lleva en San Valentín
Todas las edades, no es necesario
registrarse
Pase por el Departamento de Juvenil
en cualquier momento entre el 8 de
febrero y el 14 de febrero para hacer
una manualidad especial con su familia.
lunes, 8 de febrero-domingo,
BRB 14 de febrero
Sucursal Black Road
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Para Adolescentes
Hora de Cuentos Bilingües
Edades 3-8. El registro inicia el 25 de
enero, 22 de febrero, 28 de marzo y 25
de abril
Esta hora de cuentos especiales para
hablantes de español e inglés les
brindará a los niños acceso a libros y
actividades en ambos idiomas.
martes, 4:30-5:15 pm
11 de febrero, 10 de marzo, 14 de
BRB
abril y 12 de mayo
Circo Pocket
Todas las edades, spectáculo familiar.
No es necesario registrarse.
¡El Circo Pocket es el circo más
pequeño del mundo, con dos artistas
bilingües que hacen malabares, magia,
acrobacias, y mucho más!
sábado, 20 de febrero
BRB
10:30-11:30 am
ML
sábado, 20 de febrero
2-3 pm
Primeros Auxilios para Niños
Grados K-5. El registro inicia el 22 de
febrero
Voluntarios de la Cruz Roja de los
Estados Unidos enseñarán a los niños
habilidades básicas de primeros auxilios
y de seguridad, incluyendo: cómo
obtener ayuda, cómo mantener la
calma en caso de emergencia, y cómo
controlar el sangrado.
lunes, 7 de marzo
BRB
6:30-7:30 pm
Solo en Casa
Grados K-5, el registro inicia el 11 de
abril
Voluntarios de la Cruz Roja de Estados
Unidos enseñarán a los estudiantes
los conocimientos básicos sobre cómo
tratar con extraños, qué hacer si ocurre
una emergencia, cómo llamar al 911,
y cómo responder a emergencias
específicas.
lunes, 25 de abril
BRB
6:30-7:30 pm
Noche de Locura
Grados 6-12, se requiere registrarse
¡Un evento emocionante para los
adolescentes! Nota: Los adolescentes
deben llegar a las 5 pm y no pueden
salir hasta las 7 pm.
viernes, 4:30-7 pm
15 de enero, 11 de marzo y
BRB
8 de abril
Grupo de Asesoramiento para
Adolescentes
Grados 6-12, no es necesario registrarse
Obtenga horas de servicio comunitario
mientras come bocadillos y comparte
sus ideas sobre cómo mejorar el
Departamento Adolescente
lunes, 6-7:30 pm
18 de enero, 29 de febrero, 21 de
BRB
marzo y 18 de abril
Preparación Real
Grados 6-12, se requiere registrarse
Aprenda acerca de las habilidades
importantes que debe conocer para el
“mundo real”.
Febrero Entrevista de trabajo por
el Centro de Carreras JJC • Marzo
Presupuesto 101 • Abril Becas
Universitarias presentadas por la
Comisión de Ayuda al Estudiante de
Illinois (ISAC, por sus siglas en inglés)
martes, 6-7 pm, 9 de febrero, 8 de
BRB marzo y 12 de abril
Para Adultos
¡Ahorre dinero en sus facturas de
servicios! Se requiere registrarse
Aprenda cómo puede reducir sus
facturas de energía por expertos CUB.
Por favor, traiga sus copias recientes de
teléfono y las facturas de electricidad y
gas para su revisión. La presentación en
febrero será en inglés y español.
lunes, 11 de enero
6:30-8 pm
lunes, 8 de febrero
6:30-8 pm
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Program Calendar
Program Calendar
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JANUARY
SUN
MON
TUES
WED
THURS
FRI
SAT
1
2
Closed for
New Year’s Day
3
4
5
Robotics 4:30 pm
Video Games 5:30 pm
Get Graphic 7 pm
6
Robotics 6 pm
7
8
Panera 9:30 am
9
10
11
Lil Makers 10 am
12
Guys Read 6:30 pm
13
ICR Club 6 pm
Pokémon 6:30 pm
14
15
Fri Madness 4:30 pm
16
19 Book Club 10 am
Snap Circuits 4:30 pm
Robotics 4:30 pm
Lego Club 3:30 pm
Board Games 5:30 pm
5th Wave 6 pm
20
ICR Club 6 pm
Girls Read 4:30 pm
Book Club 7 pm
21
22
Panera 9:30 am
23
26
Lego Club 4:30 pm
27
ICR Club 6 pm
Zentangle 6:30 pm
28 Book Club 6 pm
29
30
Masterpieces 4:30 pm
Nerdy Con 6 pm
CUB 6:30 pm
17
18
Minecraft 1:30 pm
Discovery of Magic Movie Monday 6 pm
2 pm
TAG 6 pm
25
Girls Read Jr 4:30 pm
24
Adult Craft Night 6 pm
Help Now 6:30 pm
FEBRUARY
SUN
MON
Teen Program
TUES
WED
Adult Program
Children’s Program
THURS
Main Library
Black Road Branch
FRI
1
Guys Read 4:30 pm
2
Video Games 5:30 pm
Graphic Novels
6:30 pm
Get Graphic 7 pm
3
4
DIY Pillows 6:30 pm
Career Talk 6 pm
7
8
Lil Makers 10 am
Nerdy Con 6 pm
CUB 6:30 pm
9
Robotics 4:30 pm
Reality Check 6 pm
Guys Read 6:30 pm
Photoshop 1 6:30 pm
10
ICR Club 6 pm
ICR Club 4:30 pm
Pokémon 6:30 pm
11
12
Bilingual ST 4:30 pm Panera 9:30 am
Chocolate Wars 6 pm
Photoshop 2 6:30 pm
Internet Safety
6:30 pm
13
Minecraft 1:30 pm
14
15
16 Book Club 10 am
Snap Circuits 4:30 pm
Lego Club 3:30 pm
Board Games 5:30 pm
Dramarama 6 pm
17 Robotics 4 pm
3D Printing 4 pm
ICR Club 4:30 pm
Girls Read 4:30 pm
Book Club 7 pm
18
19
Chocolate Wars 6 pm
20
Pocket Circus
10:30 am
Pocket Circus 2 pm
23
Lego Club 4:30 pm
Robotics 4:30 pm
Make Noise 4:30 pm
24
Cyborgs 4 pm
ICR Club 4:30 pm
Maze Runner 6 pm
25
Book Club 6 pm
27
Devils in the White
City 2 pm
Closed for
Presidents’ Day
21
22
Girls Read Jr 4:30 pm
Science Challenge
6:30 pm
Ancestry 6:30 pm
28
29
Guys Read 4:30 pm
TAG 6 pm
5
Lock-In 6 pm
SAT
26
Panera 9:30 am
6
Classic Games
11 am
Película 2 pm
Program Calendar
Program Calendar
MARCH
SUN
MON
TUES
WED
15
THURS
1 Graphic Novels
6:30 pm
Get Graphic 7 pm
2
Robotics 4 pm
ICR Club 4:30 pm
Illinois Author 7 pm
3
Career Talk 6 pm
FRI
SAT
4
5
Graphic Novel
Author Visit 1 pm
6
7
First Aid 6:30 pm
Movie Monday 6 pm
8 Mariano’s 4 pm
Robotics 4:30 pm
Video Games 5:30 pm
Reality Check 6 pm
Photoshop 1 6:30 pm
9
Internet Safety 12 pm
Cyborgs 4 pm
ICR Club 4:30 pm
Pokémon 6:30 pm
10
11
12
Bilingual ST 4:30 pm Panera 9:30 am
Author Visit 1 pm
Photoshop 2
Fri Madness 4:30 pm
6:30 pm
13
14
Lil Makers 10 am
15
Book Club 10 am
Guys Read 6:30 pm
16
3D Printing 4 pm
Girls Read 4:30 pm
World Tastes 6 pm
Book Club 7 pm
17
Paint N Sip Jr
6:30 pm
Otaku Day 6 pm
18
21
Girls Read Jr 4:30 pm
TAG 6 pm
Freegal 6:30 pm
22 Lego Club 3:30 pm
Snap Circuits 4:30 pm
Robotics 4:30 pm
Make Noise 4:30 pm
Board Games 5:30 pm
23
Cyborgs 4 pm
24
World Tastes 6 pm
Book Club 6 pm
25
28
29
Lego Club 4:30 pm
30
Batman Superman
1:30 pm
31 Minecraft 1:30 pm
Masterpieces 4:30 pm
Nerdy Con 6 pm
Genealogy 6:30 pm
20
27
Closed for
Easter
19
26
Closed for
Good Friday
Teen Program
APRIL
SUN
MON
TUES
WED
Adult Program
Children’s Program
THURS
Main Library
Black Road Branch
FRI
SAT
1
2
8
Panera 9:30 am
Fri Madness 4:30
pm
9
Doc McStuffins
10:30 am
Handwriting 2 pm
Opening @
Noon
PJs & Cartoons
12:30 pm
3
4
Guys Read 4:30 pm
Science Challenge
6:30 pm
5
Robotics 4:30 pm
Video Games 5:30 pm
Graphic Novels
6:30 pm
Get Graphic 7 pm
6
Cyborgs 4 pm
7
Career Talk 6 pm
10
11
Lil Makers 10 am
Internet Safety 12 pm
Nerdy Con 6 pm
12
Robotics 4:30 pm
Reality Check 6 pm
Guys Read 6:30 pm
Photoshop 1 6:30 pm
13
Pokémon 6:30 pm
14
15
Bilingual ST 4:30 pm
Pendants 6 pm
Photoshop 1
6:30 pm
16
17
18
Girls Read Jr 4:30 pm
TAG 6 pm
Película 6 pm
19 Book Club 10 am
Lego Club 3:30 pm
Make Noise 4:30 pm
Snap Circuits 4:30 pm
Board Games 5:30 pm
20
3D Printing 4 pm
Girls Read 4:30 pm
Paint N Sip 6 pm
Book Club 7 pm
21
Spring Planting
6:30 pm
22
Panera 9:30 am
23
Get Organized
1:30 pm
24
25
Home Alone 6:30 pm
26
27
Lego Club 4:30 pm
Books & Hot Dogs 6 pm
28
Book Club 6 pm
29
30
Minecraft 1:30 pm
MAY
SUN
1
MON
TUES
WED
THURS
FRI
SAT
2
Masterpieces 4:30 pm
3
4
5
6
7
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
8
Closed for
Mother’s Day
Trash or Treasure
2:30 pm
Closed Sundays
until Sept 11
Internet Safety 1 pm
TAG 6 pm
Movie Monday 6 pm
Book Buzz Tour
6:30 pm
Get Graphic 7 pm
Graphic Novels
6:30 pm
Pokémon 6:30 pm
Book Club 10 am
Photoshop 1 6:30 pm
Lego Club 4:30 pm
Digital Music 6:30 pm
Book Club 7 pm
Bilingual ST 4:30 pm
3D Printing 4 pm
Photoshop 2 6:30 pm
Book Club 6 pm
Panera 9:30 am
Al Capone Rt 66
2 pm
Panera 9:30 am
31
Closed for
Memorial Day
Children’s Program
Teen Program
Made in Illinois
KICK OFF EVENT
Chicago’s Sweet Candy History
All ages, no registration required
For most its history, Chicago produced about one-third
of the nation’s candy. The city has called itself the Candy
Capital of America since the turn of the century. You
probably know some of the candies made or invented
here-Brach’s caramels, Mars Snickers bars, Wrigley’s gum,
Cracker Jack, Curtiss Baby Ruth bars, Tootsie Rolls, Frango
Mints, Dove chocolates. Learn some of the history behind
these tasty treats and explore what made Chicago such a
powerful location for candymakers.
Plainfield Public Library
15025 S. Illinois St
Sat, Feb 20
2-4 pm
Adult Program
Main Library
Black Road Branch
The Discovery of Magic
Adults and children ages 12 and up,
registration required
“The Chicago Magic Expert,” William
Pack cracks open his magic history
scrapbooks to reveal a secret world of
colorful characters, amusing adventures,
and arcane knowledge. Explore incredible
behind-the-scenes stories and wonder
at recreations of the baffling magic tricks
behind the stories.
Main Library
150 N Ottawa St, Joliet
Sun, Jan 17
2-3:30 pm
This year The Great Read will host
numerous programs highlighting Illinois
culture and history. More details on page 8.
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