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Kane County Forest Preserve

Nature's Superheroes

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Nature & Animals, Performance
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Ages 5-9. Marvel and Disney characters are not the only creatures with super powers. Naturalists from Kane Country Forest Preserve will show how some local animals and plants can b...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Nature & Animals, Performance
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

Ages 5-9. Marvel and Disney characters are not the only creatures with super powers. Naturalists from Kane Country Forest Preserve will show how some local animals and plants can be just as incredible as mythical superheroes.

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.

Library Closed- Spring Holiday

All Day 4/19 - 4/20
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

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

Closing
Branches:
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Description:

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

Composting Basics

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Nature & Animals
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Experience the art and science of composting, and learn how everyday organic waste can be transformed into nutrient-rich compost that supports healthier gardens and reduces landfil...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Nature & Animals
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Experience the art and science of composting, and learn how everyday organic waste can be transformed into nutrient-rich compost that supports healthier gardens and reduces landfill waste. 

Library Opening at 10 am

Friday, April 25, 2025 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. 

Read with Rover

Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Program Type:
Book Club, Nature & Animals
Age Group:
Children
Read with Rover:

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 a dog...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club, Nature & Animals
Required
Seats Remaining: 12

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 a dog. Order will be determined by arrival at 2pm. Bring a book or arrive early to choose something to share with the dog.

Please register for each month separately.

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.

Library Closing- Memorial Day

All Day 5/25 - 5/26
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/ 

Library Opening at 10 am

Friday, June 13, 2025 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. 

Library Closed- Juneteenth

All Day
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/ 

Library Closing at 5:00pm- 4th of July

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

The library is closing early for the holiday, and will remain closed through July 4. Visit our Digital Branch online 24/7: https://www.messengerpl.org/eresources/ 

Closing
Branches:
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Description:

The library is closing early for the holiday, and will remain closed through July 4. Visit our Digital Branch online 24/7: https://www.messengerpl.org/eresources/ 

Library Closed- 4th of July

All Day
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/ 

Library Opening at 10 am

Friday, August 8, 2025 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. 

Library Closed- Labor Day

All Day 8/31 - 9/1
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/ 

Library Closing at 5:00pm- Thanksgiving

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

The library is closing early for the holiday, and will remain closed through November 27. Visit our Digital Branch online 24/7: https://www.messengerpl.org/eresources/ 

Closing
Branches:
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Description:

The library is closing early for the holiday, and will remain closed through November 27. Visit our Digital Branch online 24/7: https://www.messengerpl.org/eresources/ 

Library Closed- Thanksgiving

All Day
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/ 

Library Opening at 10 am

Friday, December 12, 2025 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. 

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/