Summer Program Guide 2015 jolietlibrary.org

WHAT’S INSIDE General Information.................2 Children’s Programs...............3-5 Teen Programs.......................6-7 Adult Programs......................8-9 Technology.........................10-11 En Español.........................12-13 Check it out............................14 Program Calendar..............15-16

LIBRARY HOURS Mon-Thurs 9 am-9 pm Fri & Sat 9 am-5 pm Closed Sundays during the summer

LIBRARY CLOSINGS Saturday, July 4 Independence Day OPENING @ NOON Friday, August 7 Staff Training ML

Main Library 815-740-2660

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Black Road Branch 815-846-6500

Summer Program Guide 2015 jolietlibrary.org

General Information Board of Trustees President Emita R. Ostrem Vice President Dr. John Markley Secretary Nancy K. Henricksen Treasurer Lynn Poper Samalea Esperanza Chavez Jean M. Smiles Carol Boban Kimberly Neidermyer Library Director Kevin Medows

Mission

The Joliet Public Library brings together the resources, services, and expertise to inspire Joliet residents of all ages to Read, Explore, Ask, and Discover. JPL connects you to your world, your community, and yourself.

Get a Library Card

Any resident of the city of Joliet may apply for a library card at the Circulation Desk at either library. 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

Parking

BLACK ROAD BRANCH

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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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

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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.

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Children’s Programs Bingo

Children of all ages, no registration required

Summer Reading Club

Drop by the library for a few games of Bingo. Lots of prizes will be won! Read to the Rhythm! Birth-Grade 6, registration begins May 26, first June 3-July 29 ML day to turn in logs is June 1 Wednesdays, 1:30 pm Research proves children who read over Lego Club & Lego Club Jr summer break go back to school smarter in the Work in teams to make a LEGO fall! Record what you read each week, attend masterpiece to be displayed in the fun programs, and win prizes for turning in library. We will supply the legos, weekly logs. you bring the brains! Tues, May 26-Sat, Aug 1 Lego Club Ages 8-12, registration opens June 1 & Final Party @ Splash Station Water Park June 29 Return 4 logs (out of 9) and earn free tickets Mon, June 15 & Tues, July 14 for you and your parents to our Splash Station BRB 2-3:30 pm party! Choose one date, Wed, Aug 5 or Thurs, Aug 6, 6:30-8:30 pm. Tickets will be available Mon, June 22, 29 & July 20 ML starting Aug 3 at both locations. The library is 2-3:30 pm not responsible for lost or stolen tickets. Lego Club Jr Ages 4-7, registration opens May 26 & June 22 BRB

Messy Masterpieces

Ages 4-8, registration opens May 26 & June 22

Mon, June 8 & Tues, July 7 2-3:30 pm

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How it works: • Books must be at the child’s own reading level. Children and babies may be read to. • Record book title or chapters read on a book log or online at tinyurl.com/jplkids15. • Turn in your log at either library and pick up a new one. • Only one log may be turned in per week. Book logs do not need to be completely full in order to be returned.

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Birth-24 mos LS Lapsit FP Free Play Time Birth-36 mos CLM Curious Little Monkeys Play Group Ages 18 mos-3 yrs TT Toddler Time Ages 3-5 yrs PS Preschool Storytime

Get messy and have fun making art with paint, glue, bubbles and other materials. Please wear old clothes. Wed, June 10 & July 8 BRB 9:30-10:30 am or 11 am-12 pm Pokémon League

Grades 2-8, no registration required

Become a Pokémon Master and take on your friends during free play or a tournament! Children who want to duel should bring their own deck of 60 cards. Wed, June 10, July 8, & Aug 5 6:30-8:30 pm

Birth-6 years FS Family Storytime SS Family Storytime in Spanish

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Magic School Bus

Grades K-3, registration opens May 26 and June 22

Have a science adventure to rival Ms. Frizzle’s! We will be doing science experiments, games, crafts, and more. Thurs, June 11, 25, July 9, & 23 BRB 10-11 am 70s Party

Grades 3-6, registration opens May 26

Boogie on down to the library for groovy Seventies music, snacks and other activities. We promise you’ll have a good day! Thurs, June 11 BRB 2-3 pm ML

Thurs, June 18 2-3 pm

Physical Fitness Challenge

Pre K-5th grade, no registration required

Whether you are a couch potato or an athlete, test your skills with a series of fun physical feats. You will only compete against your own records! Tues, June 16 & July 14 BRB 10-11 am JJC presents Bremen Town Musicians

Suggested for Ages 4 and up, no registration required

The famous Brothers Grimm fairy tale comes to life in a rocking play presented by the Joliet Junior College drama department. Tues, June 16 2-3 pm

Amazing Airplanes

Fri, June 19 2-3 pm

All ages, no registration required

Learn how to fold the perfect paper airplane in many different ways, then test it out in a race with your friends and family! Thurs, June 11 BRB 6:30-7:30 pm Nature Hike

Suggested for K-5th grade, no registration required

Discover the wonders of nature during a hike led by a staff member from the Will County Forest Preserve. We will meet inside if it rains. Mon, June 15 9:30-10:30 am Make Your Own Musical Instruments

All ages, registration opens June 1

Learn how to use simple household items like boxes, packing tape and straws to make you own musical instruments to take home. Mon, June 15 6:30-7:30 pm

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Minecraft Basics

Grades 2-5, registration begins June 1 and June 29

Learn new tricks and skills to bring your imagination to virtual reality in Minecraft. Fri, June 19 and July 17 10-11:30 am Toddler Dance Party

Ages 1-4, no registration required

Dance the morning away with your toddler during this activity filled program. Sat, June 20 10:15-11:15 am ML

Thurs, July 23 10-11 am

BOOK CLUBS

Girls Read & Girls Read Jr 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, registration opens the day of the previous book group

Thurs, June 18 & July 23 4:30-5:30 pm

Sat, June 20 & July 18 1:30-2:30 pm Girls Read, Jr

Grades 2-4, registration opens day of the previous book group

Mon, June 22 & July 27 4:30-5:30 pm

Guys Read

Grades 4-7, registration opens day of previous book group

Hang out and talk about books and graphic novels! Enjoy pizza and soda. Mon, June 22 & July 27 6-7 pm Tue, June 16 & July 14 6-7 pm Catapults and Rockets

Grades 3-6, registration opens June 8

Make your own working catapults and rockets, then get some ideas for more you can make at home. Mon, June 22 2-3:30 pm

Maker Camp

3D Printing Camp

Join us as we partner with Make: Magazine and Google+ for Maker Camp. We will view video field trips, MAKE stuff and share our projects with other sites. Thurs, July 2, 9 & 16 ML 1-3 pm

Learn how to design and print your own small projects using a 3-D printer. This camp meets every day for four days; registration is limited. Mon-Thurs, July 27-30 1-3 pm

Ages 10-13, registration opens June 1

Ages 10 -15, registration opens July 1

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Math Mania

Preschool through 5th grade, no registration required

Don’t let the summer slump affect your math skills! Drop in to Math Mania to play math games with your family and learn how to incorporate math concepts into everyday life. Or, visit the Youth Services Desk anytime to borrow our Math Mania Kits with timed tests and math-based games for parents and kids to play together in the library. Mon, June 22-July 20 BRB 10-11:30 am Water Play Day


Fun for the whole family with a DIY water park, sprinklers, water tables, and more. Wear your bathing suit and bring a towel. Rain or shine! Tues, June 23 BRB 10-11:30 am or 1:30-3 pm Bubble-ology

All ages, registration begins June 29

Explore the wonderful messy world of bubbles through fun experiments, crafts and games for the whole family. (Wear play clothes!) Tues, June 23 ML 1:30-2:30 pm Thurs, July 16 BRB 2-3 pm Friday Afternoon Matinee


Bring your whole family to the library for a movie and a snack. Dolphin Tale 2 Fri, June 26 ML 2-4 pm Big Hero 6 Fri, July 24 ML 2-4 pm

Black Road Branch

Minion Movie Madness

Photography 101

Take part in a mission to see how despicable you can be! Sat, June 27 BRB 1:30-2:30 pm

Bring your own digital camera or camera phone to learn some fundamentals of taking great photographs in the great outdoors. Thurs, July 9 BRB 2-4 pm

All ages, registration begins June 8

Playground Games

Grades 1-6, registration begins June 15 and July 13

If recess is your favorite subject, come to the library with your friends to play kickball, buddy tag, steal the bacon and more! Tues, June 30 & July 28 BRB 10-11 am Origami

Grades 3-6, registration opens June 15

Learn how to make beautiful art with paper and your imagination. Tues, June 30 BRB 2-3 pm Dora the Explorer

Ages 2-6, registration begins June 15 and July 6

You will feel like you are a part of Dora’s world as we go on a real storybook adventure. Tues, June 30 ML 6:30-7:15 pm BRB

Grades 4-6, registration begins June 29

CD Scratch Art

Grades 3-6, registration begins July 6

Learn how to turn those old scratched up CDs into a piece of art! Mon, July 20 2-3 pm Minecraft In Real Life

Grades K-6, registration begins July 6

Immerse yourself in the Minecraft experience as you take on some Minecraft Challenges in real life. Mon, July 20 BRB 6-8 pm Rock Band


Grab your favorite music, a few friends and come to the library for a battle of the bands via Rock Band. Tues, July 7 ML 6-8 pm

Tues, July 21 9:15, 10:15, or 11:15 am

Sidewalk Chalk Art Festival


Come to the library and cover the sidewalks with your colorful creations! Thurs, July 2 BRB 10 am-4 pm Marshmallow Robots All ages, registration begins June 29

You don’t need to be a techie to make your own robots out of marshmallows, pretzels and more. Wed, July 15 BRB 6:30-7:15 pm

Jim Gill Family Concert

All ages, no registration required Join us for a family-friendly concert with award-winning musician Jim Gill!

Mon, July 13 10-11 am Mon, July 13 2-3 pm

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Teen Programs Sing & Mock-a-long: Grease

Bring your phones and join us as we mock the movie. Thurs, June 4 BRB 6-8 pm

Library Nerdy Con

Grades 6-12, registration required

3D Printer Workshop


Learn how to create and print your own custom small project. Tues, June 9 BRB 4-6 pm

Friday Night Madness

Grades 6-12, registration is required

After hours event for teens. Note: teens must be in by 5 pm and cannot leave until 7pm. Fri, June 12 & July 10th 4:30-7 pm

Teen Advisory Group

Grades 6-12, no registration is required

Earn community service hours while you eat snacks and share your ideas on how to make the Teen Department better. Mon, June 15, July 20, & Aug 17 BRB 6-7:30 pm

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Cookie Decorating Grades 6-12, registration required

Create your own cookie treat! Mon, June 15 10 am-12 pm

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Teens ages 11-18 entering grade 6-12 in fall 15 or exiting grade 12 in spring 15.

Register at tinyurl.com/ jplteens15 or request a paper registration from Youth Services at either library location. Choose whether to record pages or hours and earn a ticket for a prize drawing for every 100 pages/1 hour that you read. May 1-July 30 ML


Want to create a robot? Learn about programming? Create your own Vine video? Play Magic? Or maybe just create a fandom craft? At Teen Geek Group you can do it all! Mon, June 8 & July 13 BRB 6-7:30 pm

Teen Summer Reading Program Read to the Rhythm

Water War Day Grades 6-12, registration required

See who can reign supreme in various water war games. Please wear clothes that can get wet. Tues, June 16 BRB 4-5:30 pm

Food in a Mug


Decorate your own mug with sharpies as we sample different foods you can create in a mug. BRB

Thurs, June 18 6-7:30 pm

Cassette Tape Wallet


Create your own cassette tape wallet. Tues, June 23 BRB 6-7:30 pm

Teen Book Club

Grades 8-12, registration is required a week before event to ensure copy of book

Join other teens in discussing various books. Free book and ice cream are provided. Thurs, June 25, July 30 & Aug 27 BRB 6-7:30 pm

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Game Show Challenge Grades 6-12, registration required

Prove your game show skills in this ultimate teen showdown challenge. Wed, June 24 BRB 6-7:30 pm Books and Ice Cream Grades 6-12, registration required

Make your own ice cream sundae while learning about the new & hot books. Tues, June 30 BRB 6-7:30 pm

Teen Final Party LOCK-IN

Grades 6 -12 Teen who read 1200 pages/12 hours or more will be invited to to our lock-in at the Main Library. Permissions will be required. Fri, July 31 6-11:30 pm

Otaku Day


Celebrate all things Anime and Manga. We’ll watch some anime videos and make a Japanese based craft. Cosplayers are welcomed! Tues, July 7 BRB 6-7:30 pm Paint N Sip Grades 6-12, registration required

Grab a juice box and learn how replicate a painting with step-by-step instructions. Thurs, July 9 BRB 6-7:30 pm Make It Mondays


Get creative this summer at Make it Mondays! Complete your project at the library or at home then post a photo to instagram.com/jolietlibraryteen. Mondays, June 8-July 20 10 am-7 pm (not meeting on June 29) Table-Top Wednesdays

Ages 12 – 18, no registration required

Drop in for some hands-on fun! Learn to play different table-top games. Wednesdays, June 10-July 29 2-6 pm (not meeting on July 15) Black Road Branch

Blacklight Party Grades 6-12, registration required

Come play various games and eat snacks. Bring along a white T-shirt to decorate with glow materials. Tues, July 14 BRB 6-7:30 pm Floppy Disk Notebook Grades 6-12, registration required

Create your own floppy disk notepad. Wed, July 22 BRB 6-7:30 pm Paper Towns Release Party


Celebrate the movie release of Paper Towns by John Green (Fault in our Stars) with crafts, food, and more. Thurs, July 23 BRB 6-7:30 pm

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Adult Programs Adult Summer Reading Program Read

to the Rhythm

Ages 18 and up, registration begins May 26; first day to turn in logs is June 1 Read and win this summer! Submit a reading log for every 3 books you read either in person or online at tinyurl.com/jpladults15. You will be entered in a biweekly drawing for a gift basket valued at $50 each. All entries are eligible for a grand prize drawing at the end of the program. One Kindle Fire 7” and 5 $25 gift cards to various locations will be given away at each location. Happy reading! ML Tues, May 26-Sat, Aug 1 New this year! Adult Summer Reading participants who turn in a completed reading log will receive a complimentary library card holder with ear buds.

Summer Reading Closing

All ages, no registration required Celebrate the end of Summer Reading with music by the Wrecker Brothers and ice cream! Concert will be held outside, weather permitting. Aug 1 BRB 2-4 pm Karaoke

Interactive Drumming Circle

All ages, registration is required

Choose your favorite tune and sing your heart out at this family friendly karaoke session! Showcase your singing talent or come support your friends. Mon, June 15 7-8 pm

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All ages, children under 12 must be accompanied by their parents, registration required

Join us for unique rhythmical and musical experience with Rhythm Revolution! Participate in a drumming circle using a variety of instruments after learning some fundamental drumming and percussion techniques. Discover a connection to the beats that blend and join the group together. Please feel free to bring your own percussion instrument. Sat, June 27 ML 2-3 pm

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Movie Mondays Adults, no registration required

Enjoy a great movie and some light refreshments at the library. June Get On Up August The Theory of Everything Mon, June 22 & Aug 10 6 pm Fifty Shades Of Romance Adults, registration required

Shelley Ann Clark, author and blogger at Wonkomance.com will discuss the good, the bad, and the sexy when it comes to the erotic romance genre. She will also speak about her book, Have Mercy. Sat, June 13 2 pm Gluten Free Cooking Bilingual Program

Adults and families, registration required

The Joliet Public Library welcomes back, registered dietitian, Sylvia Klinger Melendez for a bilingual discussion about gluten-free food. Learn how to prepare gluten free food and snacks for your family. Gluten free snacks will be provided. Sat, Aug 8 2-3 pm Lunch & Learn Dealing with Stress Adults, registration required

Enjoy a complimentary lunch and a presentation from Dr. Vida Puodziunas (D.C.) of Healthy Connections Physical Medicine. Dr Vida will discuss ways of responding to stress in a healthy way. Sat, Aug 15 ML 12-1 pm

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Morning/Evening Book Discussion Group Adults, no registration required Join this lively and entertaining book group and share your love of reading! We hold a morning and evening session each month. June Philomena by Martin Sixsmith July Under the Wide and Starry Sky by Nancy Horan August Twelve Years A Slave by Solomon Northrup Morning Tuesdays, 10 am June 16, July 21 & BRB Aug 18 Evening Wednesdays, 7 pm June 17, July 15, BRB & Aug 19

Get Graphic Book Club Adults, registration required Join this brand new book club for adults and 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. June V for Vendetta by Alan Moore & David Lloyd July Watchmen by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons Tues June 2 & July 7 7-8 pm (Meet in Large Print Room)

Digital BookMobile

Adults and families, no registration required

Overdrive’s 74-foot-long, state of the art Digital BookMobile is making a stop at your library! Take advantage of this unique opportunity to explore all the digital resources Joliet Public LIbrary has to offer through Overdrive. Patrons of all ages can climb aboard the traveling exhibit and visit five separate spaces showcasing eBooks, audiobooks, a gadget gallery and more. Fri, June 26 BRB 1-5 pm

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Technology Safe Browsing Workshop Registration required Discover the benefits of safe browsing on the internet. We will discuss free software that is available to protect you from viruses, malware, spyware, adware, and more. You will become familiar with terms and steps to protect yourself online and the steps to protect your computer. Tues, June 23 & Aug 27 ML 1-3 pm Tues, July 14, July 28, & Thurs, Aug 6, 6-8 pm 10 Heroes of the Internet Age Registration required Who are these unsung heroes of our digital age? How did they contribute to the various aspects of its usage and growth? Were some using the internet to their own advantage? Their drive and reasoning made us face new realities. A must see one-time class this summer! Thurs, July 2 ML 6-8 pm

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Introduction to Photoshop Registration required Learn how to use basic tools to enhance images in this hands-on class! Discover the power of Photoshop. Thurs, June 11 & Aug 13 ML 6:30-8:30 pm BRB

Thurs, July 9 6:30-8:30 pm

Creating Graphic Novels in the Digital Age Registration required Call them comic books, manga, graphic novels, sequential art, or storyboards they all tell a story graphically. Today we have many different digital tools to use in their development. Come explore the steps to create your graphic novel using the library’s Digital Media Studio. Tue, June 23 ML 6:30-8:30 pm BRB

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 Wednesdays ML 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

Tue, July 21 6:30-8:30 pm

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Digital Media Studio The studio is equipped with both Macs and PCs for industry-standard image, video, and audio editing. Staff is available to assist you with a variety of multi-media projects. You can design posters, create and record music or podcasts, build websites, edit photos, create animations, and much more! The Digital Media Studio is located on the 2nd floor of the Main Library.

Meet the Staff From right to left Benjamin Klahn Technology Assistant Rosie Echevarria End-User Technologies Associate Keith Folk Digital Media Studio Supervisor Please contact us to set up a reservation. Phone: (815) 846-3127 Email: [email protected]

Large Format Printing $20

24” x 36”

$15 18” x 24” Prints ready within 2 business days of receipt. Please bring a pdf, psd, jpeg, tif, or png format file along with any fonts used.

Wireless Printing 10¢ per page B/W prints 50¢ per page Color prints You may send print jobs via our website homepage to either library location from any device with an internet connection.

Faxing $1 per page $2 per page

NEW! 3D Printing $1 10¢

Setup Fee Per 1 gram of plastic

All 3D printing will be performed by a Joliet Public Library staff member. Patrons may not operate the 3D printers but are welcome to design an object and observe the 3D printers in action.

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En Español Clases de Computadora

¡Nuevo! Idiomas Mango. Idiomas Mango ya esta disponible! Aprende a hablar ingles con este servicio gratuito de apredizaje en linea. Visita el sitio jolietlibrary. org/resources para empezar a aprender y registrarte. Pelicula en español para Familias No es necesario registrarse

Las películas se reproducirán en Español. Gratuito para todos. Refrescos para los que participan. Big Hero 6 sábado, 11 de julio ML 2-3:30 pm Cocinar sin gluten Programa Bilingüe Adultos y familias, es requerido registrarse La Biblioteca Pública de Joliet de nuevo le da la bienvenida, a dietista registrada, Sylvia Klinger Meléndez para una discusión bilingüe acerca de los alimentos sin gluten. Aprenda a preparar comida sin gluten y aperitivos para su familia. Se proporcionarán bocadillos. sábado, 8 de agosto ML 2-3 pm

Facebook para Personas Mayores Necesita registrarse Descubra por qué Facebook tiene más de 1.23 billones de usuarios activos y se ha convertido en parte de la sensación. Crea tu propia cuenta de Facebook y mantente en contacto con familiares y amigos. martes, 7 de julio ML 1-3 pm Computadoras Básicas Necesita registrarse ¿Es usted un “novato” a las computadoras? No se preocupe... Estamos aquí para ayudarle a empezar. En esta clase usted va a obtener un entendimiento básico de los componentes de la computadora y su función. martes, 16 de junio ML 1-3 pm ML

miércoles, 19 de agosto 1:30-3:30 pm

Uso De La Internet Necesita registrarse ¿Quieres ser más competitivos en el mercado de trabajo o un estudiante más exitoso? Si es así, esta clase es para usted. Aprende a navegar por Internet para encontrar exactamente lo que estás buscando en la web. martes, 21 de julio ML 1:30 pm-3:30 pm martes, 11 de agosto ML 1-3 pm

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Computadoras Básicas para Personas Mayores Necesita registrarse ¿Es usted un “novato” a las computadoras? No se preocupe... Estamos aquí para ayudarle a empezar. En esta clase usted va a obtener un entendimiento básico de los componentes de la computadora y su función. miércoles, 5 de agosto ML 1:30-3:30 pm Clases de Computadora en Español para niños Grados K-3, necesita registrarse La clase le ayudará a construir una base para el aprendizaje de habilidades informáticas más avanzadas en el futuro y ayudar a inculcar la confianza con la tecnología. jueves, 25 de junio ML 1:30 pm-3:30 pm ML

miércoles, 15 de julio 1:30 pm-3:30 pm

Pawsome Readers

Edades 5-12, hable para registrarse para cada sesion de 4 semanas, 815-846-3113.

Practica la lectura con un perro entrenado de terapia por 15 minutos. Cada niño sera registrado para el mismo horario las 4 semanas.

Sesion 1 viernes, 5-26 de junio, 9:30-10:30 am, ML 11-12 pm, 12:30-1:30 pm o 2-3 pm Sesion 2 viernes, 10-31 de julio, 9:30-10:30 am, ML 11-12 pm, 12:30-1:30 pm o 2-3 pm

Biblioteca Principal

Programas para Niños en ingles Bingo Para niños de todas edades registración no es requerida Ven a la biblioteca a jugar Bingo con su familia. Habrá muchos premios para ganar! Junio 3-Julio 29 Cada miércoles ML 1:30-2:30 pm Fiesta de los 70s Grados 3-6, registración comienza 26 de mayo Ven a la biblioteca para escuchar música de los 70’s. Habrá antojitos y otras actividades. Prometemos que tendrás un buen tiempo! jueves, 18 de junio ML 2-3 pm JJC presenta Bremen Town Musicians Sugerido para niños mayores de 4 años, registración no es requerida Este cuento de hadas famoso será presentado por el departamento de drama del Joliet Junior College. viernes, 19 de junio ML 2-3 pm Girls Read- Niñas Leen Grados 4-7, registración empieza el día del grupo anterior Comparte tus libros favoritos con tus amigas en este club solo para niñas. Habrá antojitos. Favor de traer su tarjeta de la biblioteca para llevarte a casa el libro del próximo mes. sábado, 20 de junio ML y 18 de Julio, 1:30-2:30 pm

Guys Read- Niños Leen Grados 4-7, registración empieza el día del grupo anterior Comparte tus libros favoritos con tus amigos en este gran club. Habrá pizza y soda. ML martes, 16 de junio y 14 de julio, 6-7 pm Baile para Niños Edades 1-4, registración no es requerida Ven a bailar con su niño durante este programa lleno de actividades para los pequeños. jueves, 23 de julio ML 10-11 am Viernes de Película Todos edades, registración no es requerida Traiga a su familia a la biblioteca para ver una película y comer antojitos. Dolphin Tale 2 viernes, 26 de junio ML 2-4 pm Big Hero 6 viernes, 24 de julio ML 2-4 pm Dora the Explorer Edades 2-6, registración comienza el 15 de junio Ven a sentirte parte del mundo de Dora en nuestra aventura. martes, 30 de junio ML 6:30-7:15 pm

Rock Band Grados 3-6, registración no es requerida Ven a la biblioteca con tus amigos para una batalla de las bandas via el juego de Rock Band. martes, 7 de julio ML 6-8 pm El Campamento de Maker Edades 10-13, registración comienza el 1 de junio. Favor de registrarse para cada sesión. Estaremos colaborando con Make: magazine and Google+ for Maker Camp para mirar videos de paseos, MAKE cosas y compartir nuestros proyectos en otros sitios. jueves, 2, 9, y 16 de julio ML 1-3 pm El Campamento de Impresión 3D Edades 10 -15, registración comienza el 1 de julio Aprende como diseñar y imprimir tus propios proyectos usando una impresora 3D. Esta clase será los cuatro días; Registración es limitada. lunes-jueves, 27-30 de julio ML 1-3 pm

Jim Gill

Todas edades; registración no es requerida Ven a disfrutar un concierto familiar con Jim Gill! lunes, 13 de julio 10-11 am lunes, 13 de julio 2-3 pm

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Check it Out! NEW! Mango Languages

Mango Languages is now available! Learn how to speak a new language with this free online learning service. Spanish, English as a Second Language, Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Polish, and Russian are currently available. Get started by visiting jolietlibrary.org/resources and creating a profile within Mango.

Zinio

Zinio for Libraries, the World’s Largest Newsstand, allows JPL patrons unlimited multi-user access to complete digital magazines, easily viewed on most Internet-enabled devices through the Joliet Public Library website.

You will need your library card number to create an account. You will create a total of TWO (2) accounts within Zinio. The first account is your Library Collection account which allows you to check out magazines and keep them for as long as you wish. The Zinio.com Reader account is for reading checked out magazines via online streaming with computers and/or downloaded offline via mobile apps. For additional help, visit Adult Services staff or see page 10 for drop in times.

Homework HelpNow! &JobNow!

Visit jolietlibrary.org/resources to access these free databases. HelpNow provides tutoring in elementary, middle school, high school, intro college, and adult education. JobNow offers online job assistance from home or at the library.

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Interlibrary Loans

Did you know if you are looking for an item not owned by the Joliet Public Library or one of the libraries in the Pinnacle Library Cooperative, you can request it through a service called interlibrary loan (ILL)? Books, articles, DVDs, CDs, Audiobooks and microfilms can be requested via interlibrary loan. Their availability depends on the policies of the owning libraries. New, popular and high-cost materials are often unavailable. Submit an ILL request through one of the following: 1.) Catalog: Place an ILL request using the Pinnacle Catalog by clicking the link “Select Catalog” and then choosing WorldCat: Libraries Worldwide. 2.) Database: Place an interlibrary loan request using the library’s database FirstSearch WorldCat. 3.) In person: Visit Adult Services at the Main Library 4.) Phone: Call the Main Library. at 815-740-2660 and ask for Adult Services Department. 5.) Email: Submit an email request to ILL@jolietlibrary. org and include the author’s name and the title of the item you are requesting, as well as your library card barcode.

The Friends of the Joliet Public Library is a nonprofit organization made up of people who support the library by raising funds to help sponsor programs and provide library materials. Learn More Visit jolietlibrary.org/friends-library Email [email protected] Like us facebook.com/FriendsofJPL

Program Calendar

JUNE

MON

TUES

1

WED

2

First day to return logs for Children’s & Adult Summer Reading

9

Make It Mon 10 am Lego Club Jr 2 pm Nerdy Con 6 pm

3D Printing 4 pm

FRI

SAT

3

4

5

6

10 Bingo 1:30 pm + Messy Masterpieces 9:30 am & 11 am Table-Top 2 pm Pokemon 6:30 pm

11

12

13

Bingo 1:30 pm +

Get Graphic 7 pm

8

THURS Mock the Movie 6 pm

Star Wars Day 11 am

Magic School Bus 10 am 70s Party 2 pm Friday Night Amazing Airplanes Madness 4:30 pm 6:30 pm Photoshop 6:30 pm

50 Shades of Romance 2 pm

15 Nature Hike 9:30 am Make It Mon 10 am Cookie Deco 10 am Lego Club 2 pm TAG 6 pm DIY Instruments 6:30 pm Karaoke 7 pm

16 Book Group 10 am Physical Fitness 10 am Comp. Básicas 1 pm Bremen Town Music 2 pm Water War 4 pm Guys Read 6 pm

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19

20

22 Make It Mon 10 am

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25

26

27

Girls Read Jr 4:30 pm Guys Read 6 pm Movie Monday 6 pm

23 Water Play Day 10 am & 1:30 pm Safe Browsing 1 pm Bubble-ology 1:30 pm Cassette Wallets 6 pm Graphic Novels 6:30 pm

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30

Math Mania 10 am

Catapults & Rockets 2 pm

Math Mania 10 am

Bingo 1:30 pm + Table-Top 2 pm Book Group 7 pm

Bingo 1:30 pm + Table-Top 2 pm Game Show 6 pm

Playground Games 10 am Origami 2 pm Dora 6:30 pm Books & Ice Cream 6 pm

JULY

MON

Teen Program

TUES

WED Bingo 1:30 pm + Table-Top 2 pm

Make It Mon 10 am Math Mania 10 am

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Make It Mon 10 am Math Mania 10 am Jim Gill 10 am Jim Gill 2 pm Nerdy Con 6 pm 20 Make It Mon 10 am

Math Mania 10 am CD Scratch Art 2 pm Minecraft IRL 6 pm TAG 6 pm 27

Girls Read Jr 4:30 pm 3D Printing 1 pm Guys Read 6 pm

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Facebook (Seniors) 1 pm Lego Club Jr 2 pm Rock Band 6 pm Otaku Day 6 pm Get Graphic 7 pm 14

Lego Club 2 pm Physical Fitness 10 am Guys Read 6 pm Black Light Party 6 pm Safe Browsing 6 pm 21 Book Group 10 am

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Bingo 1:30 pm + Messy Masterpieces 9:30 am & 11 am Table-Top 2 pm Pokemon 6:30 pm 15

Minecraft Basics 10 am Bremen Town Musicians 2 pm

Magic School Bus 10 am Friday Film Fest 2 pm Comp. (Niños) 1:30 pm Dolphin Tale 2 + Teen Book Group 6 pm Digital Book Mobile 1 pm

Children’s Program

1

6

70s Party 2 pm Girls Read 4:30 pm Food in a Mug 6 pm

22

Bingo 1:30 pm + Table-Top 2 pm Floppy Disc Notebooks 6 pm

28 Playground Games 10 am 3D Printing 1 pm Safe Browsing 6 pm

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Bingo 1:30 pm + 3D Printing 1 pm Table-Top 2 pm

Safe Browsing 1 pm Minion Movie Madness 1:30 pm Drumming Circle 2 pm

Adult Program Main Library Black Road Branch En Español +Both Locations

THURS

FRI

SAT

2 Sidewalk Chalk Art

3

4

9

10

11

10 am Maker Camp 1 pm Internet Heroes 6 pm

Magic School Bus 10 am Maker Camp 1 pm Photography 101 2 pm Paint & Slip 6 pm Photoshop 6:30 pm 16

Bingo 1:30 pm + Bubble-ology 2 pm Comp. (Niños) 1:30 pm Maker Camp 1 pm Marshmallow Robots 6:30 pm Book Group 7 pm

Dora 9:15 am, 10:15 am, & 11:15 am Uso Internet 1:30 pm Graphic Novels 6:30 pm

Toddler Dance Party 10:15 am Girls Read 1:30 pm

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Magic School Bus 10 am

Friday Night Madness 4:30 pm

17

Minecraft Basics 10 am

24

Toddler Dance Party 10:30 am

Friday Film Fest 2 pm Big Hero 6 +

30

31

Girls Read 4:30 pm Papertowns 6 pm

Teen Book Group 6 pm 3D Printing 1 pm

Closed for Independence Day

Pelicula 2 pm

18

Girls Read 1:30 pm

25

Teen Final Party 6 pm

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AUGUST MON

TUES

WED

THURS

FRI

SAT 1

Last day to return logs for Children’s & Adult Summer Reading Summer Reading Closing 2 pm 3

4

5 Comp. (Seniors)

6

7

1:30 pm Pokemon 6:30 pm Final Party @ Splash Station 6:30 pm

Safe Browsing 6 pm Final Party @ Splash Station 6:30 pm

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8

OPENING @ NOON

10

11

Movie Monday 6 pm

Uso Internet 1 pm

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24

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

TAG 6 pm

Book Group 10 am

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Gluten Free Cooking Bilingual Program 2 pm

Photoshop 6:30 pm

Comp. Básicas 1:30 pm Book Group 7 pm

15

Lunch & Learn 12 pm

Safe Browsing 1 pm

STAR WARS DAY TM

Saturday, June 6 Main Library 150 N. Ottawa St. Joliet

11 am-4 pm Costumed characters, kids games, prize giveaways, live music vendors, exhibitors, guest authors and artists! Sponsored By In Partnership With

of the Joliet Public Library

NuMark Credit Union Gauthier Healthcare

Media Sponsor

Zoo to You Petting Zoo


Zoo to You is bringing some animal friends to the library. Pet a mini donkey, a lamb and even a llama, and then check out a book to learn more about them. Black Road Branch Sat, May 30 10 am-2 pm

Pawsome Readers

Ages 5-12, one time phone registration for all 4 weeks, 815-846-3113

This unique program provides children an opportunity to practice their reading skills on an unbiased trained therapy dog. Each child is registered for the same 15-minute slot each week for the four week session. Main Library Session 1 Registration opens May 26

Fridays, June 5-June 26, 9:30-10:30 am, 11-12 pm, 12:30-1:30 pm or 2-3 pm Session 2 Registration opens June 29 Fridays, July 10-July 31, 9:30-10:30 am, 11-12 pm, 12:30-1:30 pm or 2-3 pm