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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: 7
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.

Intro to MS Excel at Waubonsee Community College Library, Sugar Grove Todd Library

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Learn the basics of using Microsoft Excel through your local library and Waubonsee Community College!

Intro to MS Excel (en Español) at Waubonsee Community College Library (Aurora Downtown Campus)

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

¡Aprenda los conceptos básicos del uso de Microsoft Excel a través de su biblioteca local y Waubonsee Community College!

Drop–In Crochet and Knit Club

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
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 style 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.

Teen Yum Club: Africa

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 explore snacks from the continent of Africa.

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.

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.

Library Opening at 10 am

9:00am - 10:00am
Closing
Branches:
Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Description:

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

Firefly Family Theatre: Spark's Snow Day

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies-Preschool, Children
Performance
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool, Children
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Ages 0-7 with caregiver. Join us at the library as we welcome in Firefly Family Theatre and their winter show, "Spark's Snow Day".

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

10:15am - 12:00pm
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.

Pre-Civil War Quilts

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
History & Culture
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join Connie Martin as she tells the stories passed down through her great-grandmother, Lizzie, of how her family survived the antebellum and how they used quilts that contained hidden codes and secret messages to assist abolitionists to freedom th

Yum Club (Türkiye)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
History & Culture
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Do you have an adventurous palate? Do you want to travel the world without leaving the library? Join us for the Yum Club, where foodies come together to taste snacks and treats from a different country each month.

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.

Election: Consolidated Primary

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

Introduction to Google Drive (Community) at Waubonsee Community College, Sugar Grove Todd Library

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Community Members: This class covers the resources you can access with Google. Discuss what Google Drive is, how it works, and how to use Docs, Sheets, and Slides.

Intro to Google Drive (Community, en Español) at Waubonsee Community College Library (Aurora Downtown Campus)

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Miembros de la comunidad: esta clase cubre los recursos a los que puede acceder con Google. Analice qué es Google Drive, cómo funciona y cómo utilizar Documentos, Hojas de cálculo y Presentaciones.

Teen Take Out: DIY Yarn Balls

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 Playtime: Go Cars Go!

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

Ages 0–2 with caregiver. Enjoy playtime with your baby or young 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.

Junior Library Helpers Training Session

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children
Volunteering
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Volunteering
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
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. 

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.

Book Club is Our Alibi

7:00pm - 8:15pm
Adults
Book Club
Closed
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for our newest book club! We meet in different locations within the area to discuss a thriller. Locations and title selections change quarterly. This winter, we discuss Behind Her Eyes by Sarah Pinborough.

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.

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 Family Upstairs

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

This month we discuss The Family Upstairs by Lisa Jewell.

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.

Preschool Storytime & Craft: Happy & Healthy Teeth

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies-Preschool
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Join us for Preschool Storytime & Craft, where we will read a story together then complete a fun craft for you to take home! 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: The Storyteller's Death

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Book Club
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

This month we discuss The Storyteller's Death

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.

Teen DIY: Pressed Flower Lanterns

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Ages 11-18. Come and create a beautiful pressed-flower lantern to display in your room or gift to someone else. 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. 

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.