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Kindness Hats

11/01/2024 @ 9:00am to 11/27/2024 @ 5:00pm
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group:
Everyone
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, and pat...

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Everyone
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, and patterns, or use your own materials.

Gingerbread House Challenge

11/15/2024 @ 10:00am to 11/27/2024 @ 4:45pm
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Design your own gingerbread creation and bring it to the library from November 15–29. Enter as a family team or individually! Pick up a copy of the rules and entry form at any libr...

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

Design your own gingerbread creation and bring it to the library from November 15–29. Enter as a family team or individually! Pick up a copy of the rules and entry form at any library service desk.

Families and a teacher singing a song with scarves.

Family Storytime - Session 2

Thursday, November 21, 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:

Ages 2–5 with caregiver. Enjoy stories and songs with your family while building pre-literacy skills and learning about the world around us.

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: 10
Event Details:

Ages 2–5 with caregiver. Enjoy stories and songs with your family while building pre-literacy skills and learning about the world around us.

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 dark table with paper that says Financial Aid. There is also a small graduation cap and some school items.

Financial Aid Process

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Grades 11–12 plus adults. Come hear about your financial aid options for college and get your questions answered from an ISAC instructor. Registration required.  

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Grades 11–12 plus adults. Come hear about your financial aid options for college and get your questions answered from an ISAC instructor. 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. 

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.

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.

Kids holding up paintings.

Preschool Process Art

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool
Event Details:

Ages 3-5. Enjoy stories, songs, and a special activity with your preschooler!

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Ages 3-5. Enjoy stories, songs, and a special activity with your preschooler!

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.

Small child hands are seen placing a yellow star shape cutter into a circle of red playdough.

Toddler Playtime: Playdough Party!

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool
Event Details:

Ages 2–3 with caregiver. Enjoy playtime with your toddler as you learn and explore with new friends. For a reminder, use the Remind Me or Add to My Calendar button.  

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

Ages 2–3 with caregiver. Enjoy playtime with your toddler as you learn and explore with new friends. 

For a reminder, use the Remind Me or Add to My Calendar button.  

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.

Toastmasters: Advanced Expressives

Saturday, November 23, 2024 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.

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, November 26, 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.

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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, November 26, 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: 16
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, November 26, 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.

Thanksgiving Closure

11/27/2024 @ 5:00pm to 11/28/2024 @ 9:00pm
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

The library will be closeing at 5 pm on Wednesday, November 27th and all day on Thursday, November 28th for Thanksgiving.

Closing
Branches:
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Description:

The library will be closeing at 5 pm on Wednesday, November 27th and all day on Thursday, November 28th for Thanksgiving.

Gingerbread House Challenge

Friday, November 29, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Design your own gingerbread creation and bring it to the library from November 15–29. Enter as a family team or individually! Pick up a copy of the rules and entry form at any libr...

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

Design your own gingerbread creation and bring it to the library from November 15–29. Enter as a family team or individually! Pick up a copy of the rules and entry form at any library service desk.

Kindness Hats

11/29/2024 @ 9:00am to 12/23/2024 @ 9:00pm
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group:
Everyone
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, and pat...

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Everyone
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, and patterns, or use your own materials.

round ornaments made out of photos cut into strips and hanging on a Christmas tee

STEAM Kit for Gr. 3-5 Photo Mobile/Ornament

All Day
Youth Services at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

New kids STEAM Kits debut on the first of every month. Stop by Youth Services to pick up a kit! Available while supplies last.

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

New kids STEAM Kits debut on the first of every month. Stop by Youth Services to pick up a kit! Available while supplies last.

STEAM Kits K-2 Sock Snowman

All Day
Youth Services at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

New kids STEAM Kits debut on the first of every month. Stop by Youth Services to pick up a kit! Available while supplies last.

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

New kids STEAM Kits debut on the first of every month. Stop by Youth Services to pick up a kit! Available while supplies last.

A pan of salted dark chocolate pretzel bark

Teen Take Out: Salted Dark Chocolate Pretzel Bark

All Day
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Stop by the Teen Space each month for a fun craft or activity to take home and make on your own time. New kits debut on the first of the month, so grab one before they disappear! W...

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

Stop by the Teen Space each month for a fun craft or activity to take home and make on your own time. New kits debut on the first of the month, so grab one before they disappear! While supplies last. 

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.

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.

list of Holiday Open House activities, including crafts, treasure hunt in the stacks, professional photos, gingerbread house contest, ice sculpture demonstration, and more

Holiday Open House

Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Movies & Entertainment, Performance
Age Group:
Babies-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Join us at the library for a festive winter gathering full of fun, crafts, snacks, and socializing.Reserve a time-slot to get your photo taken by a professional photographer in fro...

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

Join us at the library for a festive winter gathering full of fun, crafts, snacks, and socializing.

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.

Junior Library Helpers Training Session

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Tinker Youth Program Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Volunteering
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ages 9-11. Too young to be a Teen Volunteer but still want to help around the library? Attend training, then help with simple tasks on your own schedule (15–30 minutes, one–two tim...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Volunteering
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Ages 9-11. Too young to be a Teen Volunteer but still want to help around the library? Attend training, then help with simple tasks on your own schedule (15–30 minutes, one–two times/month).
 

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. 

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, December 3, 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.

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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, December 3, 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: 16
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.

Image is the cover of the book The Family Game, and has a blue background with a mansion and the title and author's name written in hot pink script.

Morning Book Club: The Family Game

Wednesday, December 4, 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 discuss The Family Game by Catherine Steadman.A rich, eccentric family. A time-honored tradition. Or a lethal game of survival? One woman finds out what it really tak...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

This month we discuss The Family Game by Catherine Steadman.

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.

Kidinary logo

Holiday Cookies with Kidinary Cooking Academy

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Performance
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ages 4-7. Do you have a baker at home who loves to create sweet treats? In this program we will be whipping up homemade treats with Chef from Kidinary Cooking Academy. You will lea...

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

Ages 4-7. Do you have a baker at home who loves to create sweet treats? In this program we will be whipping up homemade treats with Chef from Kidinary Cooking Academy.

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.

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.

Toastmasters: Timely Talkers

Wednesday, December 4, 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.

Families and a teacher singing a song with scarves.

Family Storytime - Session 2

Thursday, December 5, 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:

Ages 2–5 with caregiver. Enjoy stories and songs with your family while building pre-literacy skills and learning about the world around us.

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: 10
Event Details:

Ages 2–5 with caregiver. Enjoy stories and songs with your family while building pre-literacy skills and learning about the world around us.

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.