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Tiny Art Show Supplies Pick Up (while supplies last)

All Day 3/22 - 4/7
Everyone
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

The Tiny Art Show is back! Unleash your creativity and turn a small canvas into a creative sculpture (max size: 5”x5”x5” cube). Pick up a kit that includes sculpture clay at the library starting March 22 (while supplies last).

Baby Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Babies-Preschool
Storytime
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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.

Baby Storytime

10:15am - 10:45am
Babies-Preschool
Storytime
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
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.

Beginning Amigurumi

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting amigurumi class where you'll learn the art of creating adorable crocheted creatures! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this class covers the basics of shaping, stitching, and assembling amigurumi.

Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies-Preschool
Storytime
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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. 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. 

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.

Preschool Playtime: March Movement Madness

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies-Preschool
Storytime
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Join us as we shake out those winter blues with a program about movement, play, and being active! 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. 

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.

Creativity Lab: Light Painting

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Ages 8-12. Let's get creative with light! We'll experiment with long exposure photography and lights to create works of art.

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 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.

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.

Election: Consolidated Election

All Day
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room

Teen Take Out: Paint Portraits

All Day
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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.

Baby Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Babies-Preschool
Storytime
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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.

Baby Storytime

10:15am - 10:45am
Babies-Preschool
Storytime
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
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

6:45pm - 8:45pm
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.

Morning Book Club: The Husbands

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Book Club
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

This month we discuss The Husbands by Holly Gramazio.

Toastmasters: Timely Talkers

7:00pm - 8:30pm
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.

Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies-Preschool
Storytime
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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. 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. 

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.

Evening Book Club: Garden Spells

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Book Club
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

This month we discuss Garden Spells by S

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.

Sound Healing (Session 1)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Health & Wellness
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come immerse yourself in the healing sounds of vibration with Jenny Bergold.  Experience the balancing effects on your nervous system while Jenny plays the gong along with the beautiful sounds of crystal and Tibetian bowls.

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.

Teen Yum Club: Colombia

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
History & Culture
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: History & Culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Ages 11-18. Like to try new things? Wish you could travel around the world? Yum Club is a place to explore new places through food! This month we are trying snacks from Colombia. Space is limited, registration is 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. 

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.

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.

Sound Healing (Session 2)

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Health & Wellness
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come immerse yourself in the healing sounds of vibration with Jenny Bergold.  Experience the balancing effects on your nervous system while Jenny plays the gong along with the beautiful sounds of crystal and Tibetian bowls.

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.

Celebrate National Library Week!

All Day 4/6 - 4/12
Everyone
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

Millions of people across the country visit their libraries every week. What’s the draw? Everything! From storytime to tech help, genealogy to book clubs, libraries have something for everyone.

Free yard waste pick up this week

All Day
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Event Details:

Get rid of leaves, brush, and other yard waste for FREE during a special spring pickup!

Tiny Art Show Submissions Accepted

All Day 4/7 - 4/18
Everyone
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

The Tiny Art Show is back! Unleash your creativity and turn a small canvas into a creative sculpture (max size: 5”x5”x5” cube). Pick up a kit that includes sculpture clay at the library starting March 22 (while supplies last).

North Aurora Garden Club

6:30pm - 8:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

The North Aurora Garden Club meets the first Monday of the month, March-June & September-November.

Library Tech Tuesdays: Drop-In Technology Help

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Meeting Room 6
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Library Tech Tuesdays: Drop-In Technology Help