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Pet Supply Donations Accepted All April 2024

Pet Donation Drive: Support Our Furry Friends!

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Nature & Animals
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Help local animal shelters champion the welfare of animals and improve the lives of community members through programs that create human animal connections. Donate most needed item...

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Nature & Animals
Event Details:

Help local animal shelters champion the welfare of animals and improve the lives of community members through programs that create human animal connections.

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Baby Storytime - Session 2

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool
Event Details:

Ages 0–24 months with caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, and movement to help foster early literacy skills.Registration required—please register each child attending.  

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Ages 0–24 months with caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, and movement to help foster early literacy skills.

Registration required—please register each child attending.

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request a specific accommodation, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography

By attending library programs, you consent to be photographed or recorded for library promotional materials. Please inform a staff member if you do not wish to be photographed or recorded.

A picture of young toddlers looking at pointing at an open picture book that is being held by an adult.

Baby Storytime - Session 2

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool
Event Details:

Ages 0–24 months with caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, and movement to help foster early literacy skills.Registration required—please register each child attending.  

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Ages 0–24 months with caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, and movement to help foster early literacy skills.

Registration required—please register each child attending.

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request a specific accommodation, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography

By attending library programs, you consent to be photographed or recorded for library promotional materials. Please inform a staff member if you do not wish to be photographed or recorded.

Fox Valley Writer's Group

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 6:45pm - 8:45pm
Conference Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Purpose of Meeting:

Fox Valley Writers is a community dedicated to the idea of helping writers of all skill levels connect and grow with one another. Often cited as the writers’ group for those who do...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Conference Room
Purpose of Meeting

Fox Valley Writers is a community dedicated to the idea of helping writers of all skill levels connect and grow with one another.

Three metal bowls on a wooden table with a mallet that looks like a dowel with a small knob on one end and a burnt marshmallow on the other, which is resting diagonally in one of the singing bowls.

Vibrational Sound Healing (Session 2)

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

According to ancient wisdom, the gong vibrates at the same frequency as the body. Join instructor Jenny Bergold to balance your central nervous system and participate in deep medit...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

According to ancient wisdom, the gong vibrates at the same frequency as the body. Join instructor Jenny Bergold to balance your central nervous system and participate in deep meditation, allowing your body to heal itself.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request a specific accommodation, please contact the library. 

Age Limits for Adult Programming

Adult programs are for the specific age group listed in the program’s description. Adults will not be permitted to bring children who are under the age listed.

Image is the cover of the book Yellowface by R. F. Kuang. It is yellow with a pair of feminine eyes looking to the side.

Yellowface: Morning Book Club

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Conference Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This month we will be discussing Yellowface by R. F. Kuang.What's the harm in a pseudonym? Bestselling sensation Juniper Song is not who she says she is, she didn't write the book ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

This month we will be discussing Yellowface by R. F. Kuang.

Toastmasters: Timely Talkers

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Purpose of Meeting:

Toastmasters International is a world leader in communication and leadership development. Our organization has more than 300,000 members. Members improve their speaking and leaders...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Meeting Room 1
Purpose of Meeting

Toastmasters International is a world leader in communication and leadership development. Our organization has more than 300,000 members.

Children laughing during a storytime book

Family Storytime - Session 2

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Tinker Youth Program Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool
Event Details:

Enjoy stories and songs with your family while building pre-literacy skills and learning about the world around us. Please register each child attending. Registration required...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Enjoy stories and songs with your family while building pre-literacy skills and learning about the world around us. 

Please register each child attending. Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request a specific accommodation, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography

By attending library programs, you consent to be photographed or recorded for library promotional materials. Please inform a staff member if you do not wish to be photographed or recorded.

The Other Mrs. book cover image

The Other Mrs.: Evening Book Discussion Group

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This month we will be discussing The Other Mrs. by Mary Kubica."Propulsive and addictive, and perfect for fans of "You," The Other Mrs. is the twisty new psychological thriller fro...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

This month we will be discussing The Other Mrs. by

Disclaimer(s)

Food

Food may be used or served in this program. If you have any concerns about food allergies or specific dietary restrictions, please speak to a Library staff member prior to the start of the program.

Star Wars Battle of Endor

Early Reader Book Club

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Tinker Youth Program Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ages 5–7 with caregiver. Just starting to read or exploring early chapter books? Join us to read together, talk about books, and do crafts. Books and refreshments will be provided....

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Ages 5–7 with caregiver. Just starting to read or exploring early chapter books? Join us to read together, talk about books, and do crafts. Books and refreshments will be provided. Registration required.   

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request a specific accommodation, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography

By attending library programs, you consent to be photographed or recorded for library promotional materials. Please inform a staff member if you do not wish to be photographed or recorded.

A picture of space with the words "the library strikes back" over it.

The Library Strikes Back!

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, History & Culture, Movies & Entertainment
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

All ages. Happy May the 4th! Celebrate all things Star Wars with activities, crafts, games, and photo ops. Fans of all ages can participate in the starship building contest. Don't ...

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, History & Culture, Movies & Entertainment
Event Details:

All ages. Happy May the 4th! Celebrate all things Star Wars with activities, crafts, games, and photo ops. Fans of all ages can participate in the starship building contest. Don't forget your costumes!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request a specific accommodation, please contact the library. 

Photography

By attending library programs, you consent to be photographed or recorded for library promotional materials. Please inform a staff member if you do not wish to be photographed or recorded.

A child's arms and legs are seen next to a white plastic bin with dried macaroni noodles inside. The child is scooping the noodles into a small yellow cup.

Sensory Playtime

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool
Sensory Playtime:

Enjoy sensory play experiences with your little ones! Stations are designed to stimulate your child’s mind through sensory, discovery, and gross motor activities. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 34

Enjoy sensory play experiences with your little ones! Stations are designed to stimulate your child’s mind through sensory, discovery, and gross motor activities. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request a specific accommodation, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography

By attending library programs, you consent to be photographed or recorded for library promotional materials. Please inform a staff member if you do not wish to be photographed or recorded.

Creativity Lab: Adventure Escape Room

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Tinker Youth Program Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Art, science, and technology, oh my! Join us for a new hands-on activity each month. This month, we'll solve an adventure-inspired mystery together. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Art, science, and technology, oh my! Join us for a new hands-on activity each month. 

This month, we'll solve an adventure-inspired mystery together.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request a specific accommodation, please contact the library. 

Age Limits for Tween and Teen Programs

This program is designed for a specific age group based on developmental and social levels. Caregivers and siblings older/younger than the designated age group should not plan to attend this program.

Photography

By attending library programs, you consent to be photographed or recorded for library promotional materials. Please inform a staff member if you do not wish to be photographed or recorded.

North Aurora Garden Club

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Purpose of Meeting:

The North Aurora Garden Club meets the first Monday of the month, except when holiday closings or events create a conflict and the date must be changed. We are always looking ...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

The North Aurora Garden Club meets the first Monday of the month, except when holiday closings or events create a conflict and the date must be changed. 

A picture of young toddlers looking at pointing at an open picture book that is being held by an adult.

Baby Storytime - Session 2

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool
Event Details:

Ages 0–24 months with caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, and movement to help foster early literacy skills.Registration required—please register each child attending.  

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Ages 0–24 months with caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, and movement to help foster early literacy skills.

Registration required—please register each child attending.

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request a specific accommodation, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography

By attending library programs, you consent to be photographed or recorded for library promotional materials. Please inform a staff member if you do not wish to be photographed or recorded.

A picture of young toddlers looking at pointing at an open picture book that is being held by an adult.

Baby Storytime - Session 2

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool
Event Details:

Ages 0–24 months with caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, and movement to help foster early literacy skills.Registration required—please register each child attending.  

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Ages 0–24 months with caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, and movement to help foster early literacy skills.

Registration required—please register each child attending.

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request a specific accommodation, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography

By attending library programs, you consent to be photographed or recorded for library promotional materials. Please inform a staff member if you do not wish to be photographed or recorded.

Mental Health and Self Care

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Sara Gray, Executive Director of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, Kane-Dekalb-Kendall Counties, joins us for a presentation on the meaning of mental health, NAMI resources,...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Sara Gray, Executive Director of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, Kane-Dekalb-Kendall Counties, joins us for a presentation on the meaning of mental health, NAMI resources, and ways to take care of yourself when you’re suffering from menta

Children laughing during a storytime book

Family Storytime - Session 2

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Tinker Youth Program Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool
Event Details:

Enjoy stories and songs with your family while building pre-literacy skills and learning about the world around us. Please register each child attending. Registration required...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Enjoy stories and songs with your family while building pre-literacy skills and learning about the world around us. 

Please register each child attending. Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request a specific accommodation, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography

By attending library programs, you consent to be photographed or recorded for library promotional materials. Please inform a staff member if you do not wish to be photographed or recorded.

Lego Club

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Services at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

All ages. Visit Youth Services to build a Lego creation to display for all to enjoy. 

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 43
Event Details:

All ages. Visit Youth Services to build a Lego creation to display for all to enjoy. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request a specific accommodation, please contact the library. 

Photography

By attending library programs, you consent to be photographed or recorded for library promotional materials. Please inform a staff member if you do not wish to be photographed or recorded.

Library Board Meeting

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Conference Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group:
Everyone
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone

Book Subscription Theme Bags

All Day
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool, Children
Event Details:

On Mar. 10, Apr. 10 and May 10, pick up your bag with five books selected for you. Each bag also includes some coloring sheets. Turn in your bag by the end of the month to be eligi...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Babies-Preschool, Children
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

On Mar. 10, Apr. 10 and May 10, pick up your bag with five books selected for you. Each bag also includes some coloring sheets. Turn in your bag by the end of the month to be eligible for the next month's bag. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request a specific accommodation, please contact the library. 

Elementary Spring Book Subscription Box

All Day
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

On Mar. 10, Apr. 10 and May 10, pick up your box with two books selected for you. Each box also includes some treats for you to keep. Turn in your box by the end of the month to be...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

On Mar. 10, Apr. 10 and May 10, pick up your box with two books selected for you. Each box also includes some treats for you to keep. Turn in your box by the end of the month to be eligible for the next month's box. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request a specific accommodation, please contact the library. 

Food

Food may be used or served in this program. If you have any concerns about food allergies or specific dietary restrictions, please speak to a Library staff member prior to the start of the program.

photo of a book box

Teen Spring Book Subscription Box

All Day
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

On the 10th of each month, pick up your box with two books selected for you. Each box also includes some treats for you to keep. Turn in your box by the end of the month to be elig...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

On the 10th of each month, pick up your box with two books selected for you. Each box also includes some treats for you to keep. Turn in your box by the end of the month to be eligible for the next month's box.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request a specific accommodation, please contact the library. 

Food

Food may be used or served in this program. If you have any concerns about food allergies or specific dietary restrictions, please speak to a Library staff member prior to the start of the program.

Freestyle Diamond Art Bookmark: Art Club for Grownups

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Design and create a sparkling bookmark perfect for all book lovers. Registration starts April 1st.

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Design and create a sparkling bookmark perfect for all book lovers. Registration starts April 1st.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Limits for Adult Programming

Adult programs are for the specific age group listed in the program’s description. Adults will not be permitted to bring children who are under the age listed.

Late Arrivals

This program begins promptly at the scheduled start time. Late arrivals may not be able to complete the activity with the group and may be asked to leave.