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Read with Rover

Sunday, September 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Nature & Animals, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

For readers. Love reading? Or dogs? Practice reading aloud with a licensed therapy dog from the Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club. Each attendee will get 10–15 minutes to read with ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Nature & Animals, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

For readers. Love reading? Or dogs? Practice reading aloud with a licensed therapy dog from the Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club. 

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.

Birding Nature Walk

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Nature & Animals
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The cool days of fall are perfect for enjoying a hike while looking and listening for birds. Enjoy the changing seasons as we hike, look, and listen for the birds inhabiting the Di...

Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Nature & Animals
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

The cool days of fall are perfect for enjoying a hike while looking and listening for birds. Enjoy the changing seasons as we hike, look, and listen for the birds inhabiting the Dick Young Forest Preserve this fall.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Age Limits for Adult Programming

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

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.

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Incredible Bats! and Other Misunderstood Creatures

Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Nature & Animals
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Earn a new appreciation for bats, spiders, snakes, rats and other misunderstood animals by learning about their diets, habits, communication, and more. Dispel common myths that mak...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Nature & Animals
Required
Seats Remaining: 33
Event Details:

Earn a new appreciation for bats, spiders, snakes, rats and other misunderstood animals by learning about their diets, habits, communication, and more.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Age Limits for Adult Programming

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

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.

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Incredible Bats & Other Creatures

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Nature & Animals
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Earn a new appreciation for bats, spiders, snakes, rats and other misunderstood animals. Dispel common myths that make these creatures seem so creepy and discover what makes them s...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Nature & Animals
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

Earn a new appreciation for bats, spiders, snakes, rats and other misunderstood animals. Dispel common myths that make these creatures seem so creepy and discover what makes them so unique. See live animals! 

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.

Read with Rover

Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Nature & Animals, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

For readers. Love reading? Or dogs? Practice reading aloud with a licensed therapy dog from the Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club. Each attendee will get 10–15 minutes to read with ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Nature & Animals, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

For readers. Love reading? Or dogs? Practice reading aloud with a licensed therapy dog from the Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club. 

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.

Read with Rover

Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Nature & Animals, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

For readers. Love reading? Or dogs? Practice reading aloud with a licensed therapy dog from the Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club. Each attendee will get 10–15 minutes to read with ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Nature & Animals, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

For readers. Love reading? Or dogs? Practice reading aloud with a licensed therapy dog from the Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club. 

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.

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.

Christmas Closure

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

The library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24th and Wednesday, December 25th for the Christmas Holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Description:

The library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24th and Wednesday, December 25th for the Christmas Holiday.

New Year's Eve Closure

All Day
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

The Library will be closed on December 31st for New Year's Eve.

Closing
Branches:
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Description:

The Library will be closed on December 31st for New Year's Eve.