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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 

Cancelled
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 

Meditation Practices for the New Year

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Meditation Practices for the New Year

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 15, 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:

Meditation Practices for the New Year

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Art Club for Grownups: String of Pearls Forever Plant

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

String of Pearls Forever Plant

Do you have a brown thumb? Using simple beading techniques, create a string of pearls succulent impossible to kill.

Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

String of Pearls Forever Plant

Do you have a brown thumb? Using simple beading techniques, create a string of pearls succulent impossible to kill.

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.

Waubonsee Community College logo: red rectangle with a small crest on the left and the name of the college on the right. The crest is a white sunburst on a horizon line with black at the bottom and red at the top.

WCC and Your Local Library: Technology Drop-In

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

Have a quick technology question? Need help opening a file on your laptop? Unsure how to access Google Docs on your phone? We can help!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Have a quick technology question? Need help opening a file on your laptop? Unsure how to access Google Docs on your phone? We can help!

Drop–In Crochet and Knit Club

Thursday, January 22, 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.

Kane County Forest Preserve

Animal Tracks & Trails at Creek Bend Nature Center

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Nature & Animals
Age Group:
Children, Adults

Join us at Creek Bend Nature Center for a Winter Nature Walk. 

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Registration will close on January 24, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Adults
Program Type: Nature & Animals
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at Creek Bend Nature Center for a Winter Nature Walk. 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Vision Board Workshop: Picture Your Possibilities

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Start your year with clarity and creativity! Certified life coach Alison Jamison leads you in creating a vision board that reflects your goals, values, and dreams.

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: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Start your year with clarity and creativity! Certified life coach Alison Jamison leads you in creating a vision board that reflects your goals, values, and dreams.

Image is a blue and black circle with an outstretched hand holding a transparent glowing brain surrounded by symbols.

Brain Hack

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Movies & Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults

Using memorable stories and relatable examples, William Pack returns to demonstrate the subtle tactics that advertisers, marketers, sales people, and con artists use to get you to do what they want without you noticing. 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 26, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Movies & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Using memorable stories and relatable examples, William Pack returns to demonstrate the subtle tactics that advertisers, marketers, sales people, and con artists use to get you to do what they want without you noticing. 

Library Opening at 10 am

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Messenger Public Library will open late today at 10:00 am due to staff training. 

Closing
Branches:
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Description:

Messenger Public Library will open late today at 10:00 am due to staff training. 

Tech Tuesdays at the library

MPL Tech Tuesdays: Drop-In Technology Help

Tuesday, February 3, 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 

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Morning Book Club: The Cat Who Saved Books

Wednesday, February 4, 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 The Cat Who Saved Books by Sosuke Natsukawa.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 4, 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 The Cat Who Saved Books by Sosuke Natsukawa.

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Evening Book Club: Rock Paper Scissors

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

This month we discuss Rock Paper Scissors

Closed
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
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 Rock Paper Scissors

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.

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Love Stories From History: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly!

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
History & Culture
Age Group:
Adults

Award-winning romantic comedy filmmaker Lorrisa Julianus shares true stories to delight and entertain.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 9, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Award-winning romantic comedy filmmaker Lorrisa Julianus shares true stories to delight and entertain.

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Narrative Nonfiction Book Club: Patient Zero: A Curious History of the World's Worst Diseases

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

This month we discuss Patient Zero: A Curious His

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 9, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
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 Patient Zero: A Curious His

Tech Tuesdays at the library

MPL Tech Tuesdays: Drop-In Technology Help

Tuesday, February 10, 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 

Image is of storyteller and educator Elizabeth Kahura, an African American woman dressed in traditional African apparel, standing in front of a Black History Month display. There is a column of balloons next to her in stripes of red, green, black, and yellow.

African Art and Folktales (Virtual Program)

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, History & Culture
Age Group:
Adults

In celebration of African American Heritage Month, join cultural educator Elizabeth Kahura for a vibrant virtual journey into Africa’s history and oral traditions.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, History & Culture
Event Details:

In celebration of African American Heritage Month, join cultural educator Elizabeth Kahura for a vibrant virtual journey into Africa’s history and oral traditions.

Silver Linings Series: Pop Culture Trivia Game

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
History & Culture, Movies & Entertainment
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 February 13, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Culture, Movies & Entertainment
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.

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Art Club for Grownups: Paper Marbling

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Paper Marbling

Learn to custom marble paper the easy way! Using alcohol ink and shaving cream, create swirled, stone-like paper suitable for cardmaking, mixed-media, and journaling.

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: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paper Marbling

Learn to custom marble paper the easy way! Using alcohol ink and shaving cream, create swirled, stone-like paper suitable for cardmaking, mixed-media, and journaling.

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.

Photo collage showing art sample and tools

Art Club for Grownups: Paper Marbling

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Paper Marbling

Learn to custom marble paper the easy way! Using alcohol ink and shaving cream, create swirled, stone-like paper suitable for cardmaking, mixed-media, and journaling.

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: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paper Marbling

Learn to custom marble paper the easy way! Using alcohol ink and shaving cream, create swirled, stone-like paper suitable for cardmaking, mixed-media, and journaling.

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.

Waubonsee Community College logo: red rectangle with a small crest on the left and the name of the college on the right. The crest is a white sunburst on a horizon line with black at the bottom and red at the top.

WCC and Your Local Library: Technology Drop-In

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

Have a quick technology question? Need help opening a file on your laptop? Unsure how to access Google Docs on your phone? We can help!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Have a quick technology question? Need help opening a file on your laptop? Unsure how to access Google Docs on your phone? We can help!

Drop–In Crochet and Knit Club

Thursday, February 19, 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.

Soapy Roads logo, a dog wearing a party hat over a leafy embellishment with the business name arching over the top.

Make Your Own Plant-Based Perfume

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join the crew from Soapy Roads in Lombard to custom blend your very own signature scent from over 20 different essential oils. Learn about the positive effects that botanicals can have on your mood and well-being, and smell AMAZING.

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: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the crew from Soapy Roads in Lombard to custom blend your very own signature scent from over 20 different essential oils. Learn about the positive effects that botanicals can have on your mood and well-being, and smell AMAZING.

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.

Echoes of Hiroshima (VIRTUAL)

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
History & Culture
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a moving program commemorating the Hiroshima bombing. This event pays tribute to those affected by nuclear war while sharing an urgent message of peace.

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

Join us for a moving program commemorating the Hiroshima bombing. This event pays tribute to those affected by nuclear war while sharing an urgent message of peace.

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A Guide to Overseas Genealogy

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

Crossing the pond is easier than you think! Review the history of immigrant travel into the U.S.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 28, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Crossing the pond is easier than you think! Review the history of immigrant travel into the U.S.