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Kindness Hats November 1, 2025- December 30, 2025

Kindness Hats

All Day 11/1 - 12/30
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone

Use your love of knitting or crochet to keep our community warm this winter. Stop by the Adult Services Help Desk starting November 1 to check out a kit with yarn, needles/hooks, and patterns, or use your own materials.

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

Use your love of knitting or crochet to keep our community warm this winter. Stop by the Adult Services Help Desk starting November 1 to check out a kit with yarn, needles/hooks, and patterns, or use your own materials.

Library Closed- Christmas Eve & Day

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

The library is closed for the holiday. Visit our Digital Branch online 24/7: https://www.messengerpl.org/eresources/ 

Closing
Branches:
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Description:

The library is closed for the holiday. Visit our Digital Branch online 24/7: https://www.messengerpl.org/eresources/ 

Toastmasters: Advanced Expressives

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 10:15am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Purpose of Meeting:

We are Northern Illinois' Advanced Toastmasters Speaking Club! Toastmasters International is a world leader in communication and leadership development. Our organization has m...

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

We are Northern Illinois' Advanced Toastmasters Speaking Club! Toastmasters International is a world leader in communication and leadership development. Our organization has more than 300,000 members.

Kidinary Cooking Academy logo

Kidinary Cooking-Make & Decorate NYE Countdown Clock Sugar Cookie

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Performance
Age Group:
Children

Ages 4-7. Let your budding chef explore the culinary arts and gain confidence in the kitchen!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 4-7. Let your budding chef explore the culinary arts and gain confidence in the kitchen!

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 and enter them as a Special Note while registering.

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.

Kidinary Cooking Academy logo

Kidinary Cooking-Make & Decorate NYE Countdown Clock Sugar Cookie

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Performance
Age Group:
Children

Ages 8-11. Let your budding chef explore the culinary arts and gain confidence in the kitchen!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-11. Let your budding chef explore the culinary arts and gain confidence in the kitchen!

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 and enter them as a Special Note while registering.

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.

Kidinary Cooking Academy logo

Teen Kidinary Cooking-Make & Decorate NYE Countdown Clock Sugar Cookie

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Teens

Ages 12-16. Let your budding chef explore the culinary arts and gain confidence in the kitchen!

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 30, 2025 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 12-16. Let your budding chef explore the culinary arts and gain confidence in the kitchen!

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 and enter them as a Special Note while registering.

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 Closed- New Years Eve & Day

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

The library is closed for the holiday. Visit our Digital Branch online 24/7: https://www.messengerpl.org/eresources/ 

Closing
Branches:
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Description:

The library is closed for the holiday. Visit our Digital Branch online 24/7: https://www.messengerpl.org/eresources/ 

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.

Tech Tuesdays at the library

MPL Tech Tuesdays: Drop-In Technology Help

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 6 at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

MPL's Library Tech Tuesdays: Drop-In Technology Help 

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Meeting Room 6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

MPL's Library Tech Tuesdays: Drop-In Technology Help 

Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon book cover

Morning Book Club: Frozen River

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Conference Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

This month we discuss Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 7, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This month we discuss Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon

cat made out of colorful shapes with large googly eyes

Pre-K Art Play: Texture Tangrams

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool

Ages 2-5 with caregiver. Use fabric, paper, cardboard, burlap, and sandpaper shapes to create an original 2D picture with Googly Eyes.

Please register each child attending.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 8, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 2-5 with caregiver. Use fabric, paper, cardboard, burlap, and sandpaper shapes to create an original 2D picture with Googly Eyes.

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.

Lego Club

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Services at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children

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

For drop-in program reminders, use the Remind Me or Add to My Calendar buttons on the calendar.

 

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

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

For drop-in program reminders, use the Remind Me or Add to My Calendar buttons on the calendar.

 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Evening Book Club: The Women

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 6 at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

This month we discuss The Women by Kristin Hanna

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 8, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Meeting Room 6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This month we discuss The Women by Kristin Hanna

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.

Silver Linings Series: Chair Yoga

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Designed for seniors, this collection of programs features a variety of activities each month, some of which may repeat. The Silver Linings Series promotes physical and mental well-being while encouraging social interaction.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 9, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Designed for seniors, this collection of programs features a variety of activities each month, some of which may repeat. The Silver Linings Series promotes physical and mental well-being while encouraging social interaction.

Book Subscription Theme Bags

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

Ages 0-5. On the 10th of each month come pick up your bag with five books selected for you based on that month's theme. Each bag also includes some coloring sheets.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 10, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 0-5. On the 10th of each month come pick up your bag with five books selected for you based on that month's theme. Each bag also includes some coloring sheets.

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 Book Box Subscription

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

On December 10, January 10, and February 10, pick up a box with two books selected just 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. 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 10, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

On December 10, January 10, and February 10, pick up a box with two books selected just 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)

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.

photo of a book box

Teen Book Subscription Box

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

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.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 10, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
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 and enter them as a Special Note while registering.

The Tunneler Tunnels in the Tunnel

Early Reader Book Club

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Tinker Youth Program Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Age Group:
Children

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. Copy of the book to keep for the first 6 people signed up and attending.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 10, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Registration Required
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. Copy of the book to keep for the first 6 people signed up and 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. 

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.

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.

Image is a colorful flower made from twisted wire and fabric.

Art Club for Grownups: Inspirational Wired Fabric Flowers

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Inspirational Wired Fabric Flowers

Shari Pontillo returns to use wire and fabric to write your favorite inspirational words in a 3D flower. All materials provided. 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 10, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Inspirational Wired Fabric Flowers

Shari Pontillo returns to use wire and fabric to write your favorite inspirational words in a 3D flower. All materials provided. 

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.

blue cover with image of people scribbled over

Narrative Nonfiction Book Club: Accountable: The True Story of a Racist Social Media Account and the Teenagers Whose Lives It Changed

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

This month we discuss Accountable: The True Story

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 12, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This month we discuss Accountable: The True Story

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

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, January 13, 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 January 13, 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, January 13, 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 January 13, 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.

Tech Tuesdays at the library

MPL Tech Tuesdays: Drop-In Technology Help

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 6 at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

MPL's Library Tech Tuesdays: Drop-In Technology Help 

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Meeting Room 6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

MPL's Library Tech Tuesdays: Drop-In Technology Help 

Four examples of handmade notebooks

Teen Creativity Kit: Japanese Side Sewn Sketchbook

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Youth Services at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Ages 11-18. Learn a new skill while completing a fun craft kit. Creativebug is a craft database that you can access online for free through the library!

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 15, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 11-18. Learn a new skill while completing a fun craft kit. Creativebug is a craft database that you can access online for free through the library!

Disclaimer(s)

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.