The Black Road Branch of the Joliet Public Library is a single story library with a mezzanine area to accommodate training and mechanical areas. This facility has all the functions that you will find in most libraries including children's, fiction, non-fiction and reference areas. Also included are an indoor and outdoor reading/program area for the children’s section in which the décor can be changed throughout the year. Within the facility are rooms for lectures, films or meetings which can be divided for multi-functions. Off the entry will be a small café with tables and chairs to enjoy a cup of coffee and a good book. The mezzanine area includes a staff area, which overlooks the entryway, and the training area overlooking the general library. The building is set on a wooded site with some wonderful views from the interior. There is a drive-up window and boxes for dropping off books after hours.