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Library Road Trip- March 28- April 30

Library Road Trip 2026

All Day 3/28 - 4/30
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group:
Everyone

The Library Road Trip is back and better than ever! Plan a visit to some of our neighboring libraries to see the sites and all their unique offerings.  

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

The Library Road Trip is back and better than ever! Plan a visit to some of our neighboring libraries to see the sites and all their unique offerings.  

Celebrate National Library Week!

All Day 4/19 - 4/26
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Find your joy! Joy isn’t one-size-fits-all. For some, it’s losing track of time in a stack of graphic novels.

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Babies-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Find your joy! Joy isn’t one-size-fits-all. For some, it’s losing track of time in a stack of graphic novels.

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

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool

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
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 21, 2026 @ 9:30am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
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

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool

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
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 21, 2026 @ 10:15am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
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.

Art Club for Grownups: Graffiti Name Art

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Learn how to create graffiti-style name art starting with basic tag lines and progressing to more complex 3D lettering techniques. Registration starts March 1.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 21, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to create graffiti-style name art starting with basic tag lines and progressing to more complex 3D lettering techniques. Registration starts March 1.

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.

Walking Chicago's Coast book cover

Walking Chicago's Coast (Virtual Program)

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, History & Culture, Nature & Animals
Age Group:
Adults

This program features Michael McColly and his recently published book, Walking Chicago’s Coast: A 63-Mile Journey to

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, History & Culture, Nature & Animals
Event Details:

This program features Michael McColly and his recently published book, Walking Chicago’s Coast: A 63-Mile Journey to

Community Yoga with Michelle

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Free community yoga session with Michelle

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 22, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Free community yoga session with Michelle

A librarian singing a song with scarves with a group of kids and adults.

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Tinker Youth Program Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool

Aimed at ages 2-3 with caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, and movement while building pre-literacy skills and learning about the world around us. 

Registration required. Siblings welcome.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Aimed at ages 2-3 with caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, and movement while building pre-literacy skills and learning about the world around us. 

Registration required. Siblings welcome.

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 librarian singing a song with scarves.

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Tinker Youth Program Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool

Ages 3-5. Enjoy stories and songs while building pre-literacy skills and learning about the world around us. Preschool Storytime is a first "on our own" experience. Caregivers must remain in the youth department during the program.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 23, 2026 @ 10:45am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-5. Enjoy stories and songs while building pre-literacy skills and learning about the world around us. Preschool Storytime is a first "on our own" experience. Caregivers must remain in the youth department during the program.

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.

Drop-In Crochet and Knit Club

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Come relax and work on making something cozy with others who are interested in the fiber arts! This is a drop-in program for experienced crafters. Refreshments are provided.

Please bring your own materials and projects to work on.

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come relax and work on making something cozy with others who are interested in the fiber arts! This is a drop-in program for experienced crafters. Refreshments are provided.

Please bring your own materials and projects to work on.

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 and enter them as a Special Note while registering.

Cherry Blossom Festival

Celebrating the Cherry Blossom Festival

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, History & Culture
Age Group:
Adults

Learn about Japan and the traditions associated with the beautiful springtime cherry blossom festivals with educator Yvonne Liu Wolf.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 24, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, History & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about Japan and the traditions associated with the beautiful springtime cherry blossom festivals with educator Yvonne Liu Wolf.

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.

Preserving the Past, One Scan at a Time

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
History & Culture, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

In honor of Preservation Week (April 26-May 2), join us for a Community Scanning Night and take a simple step toward preserving personal, family, or community memories. Learn how to digitize your historic photographs or documents with MPL's s

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: History & Culture, Technology Class
Event Details:

In honor of Preservation Week (April 26-May 2), join us for a Community Scanning Night and take a simple step toward preserving personal, family, or community memories. Learn how to digitize your historic photographs or documents with MPL's s

paper quill flowers in tiny pots

Creativity Lab: Paper Quill Mini Flowers

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Tinker Youth Program Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Ages 8-12. Learn the art of paper quilling and "plant" a tiny pot of flowers. 

Closed
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-12. Learn the art of paper quilling and "plant" a tiny pot of flowers. 

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.

Special Library Board Meeting COW

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group:
Everyone
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
A picture of young toddlers looking at pointing at an open picture book that is being held by an adult.

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool

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
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 28, 2026 @ 9:30am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
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

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool

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
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 28, 2026 @ 10:15am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
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.

Planning Ahead: Securing Your Family’s Future

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Please join the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley in partnership with the Elder Law practice of Mickey, Wilson, Weiler, Renzi, Lenert, & Julien, P.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 29, 2026 @ 9:30am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please join the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley in partnership with the Elder Law practice of Mickey, Wilson, Weiler, Renzi, Lenert, & Julien, P.

4th Annual Tiny Art Show Reception: Celebrate Nature!

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, History & Culture
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Tiny Art Kit Pickup (while supplies last): Saturday, March 21 

Tiny Art Drop-off: April 6-19

Voting begins: Tuesday, April 22

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 29, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tiny Art Kit Pickup (while supplies last): Saturday, March 21 

Tiny Art Drop-off: April 6-19

Voting begins: Tuesday, April 22

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 librarian singing a song with scarves with a group of kids and adults.

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Tinker Youth Program Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool

Aimed at ages 2-3 with caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, and movement while building pre-literacy skills and learning about the world around us. 

Registration required. Siblings welcome.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Aimed at ages 2-3 with caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, and movement while building pre-literacy skills and learning about the world around us. 

Registration required. Siblings welcome.

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 librarian singing a song with scarves.

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Tinker Youth Program Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool

Ages 3-5. Enjoy stories and songs while building pre-literacy skills and learning about the world around us. Preschool Storytime is a first "on our own" experience. Caregivers must remain in the youth department during the program.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 30, 2026 @ 10:45am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-5. Enjoy stories and songs while building pre-literacy skills and learning about the world around us. Preschool Storytime is a first "on our own" experience. Caregivers must remain in the youth department during the program.

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.

Teen Maker Lab: Open Play

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens

Ages 11-18. Come explore our new Maker equipment! We will get to play with the button maker, make perler bead designs, and learn about the Circut Maker. Bring your creative juices! Registration required. 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 30, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 11-18. Come explore our new Maker equipment! We will get to play with the button maker, make perler bead designs, and learn about the Circut Maker. Bring your creative juices! 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. 

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.

Kid Librarian

Kid Librarian

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

You can now register to be Kid Librarian at Messenger! It is the same program just with a different sign up.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

You can now register to be Kid Librarian at Messenger! It is the same program just with a different sign up.

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

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool
Sensory Playtime:

Ages 0-4 with caregiver. Enjoy sensory play experiences with your little ones! Stations are designed to stimulate your child’s mind through sensory, discovery, and gross motor acti...

April and May Sensory Playtime will take place outside, weather permitting.

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

Ages 0-4 with caregiver. Enjoy sensory play experiences with your little ones! Stations are designed to stimulate your child’s mind through sensory, discovery, and gross motor activities. 

April and May Sensory Playtime will take place outside, weather permitting.

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.

Kane County Forest Preserve District logo

Wildflower Walk

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Nature & Animals
Age Group:
Adults

Hike with us to find beautiful wildflowers that show themselves in the spring!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Nature & Animals
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hike with us to find beautiful wildflowers that show themselves in the spring!

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.