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Tech Tuesdays at the library

MPL's Tech Tuesdays: Drop-In Technology Help

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Age Group:

Adults
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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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Teen Book Subscription Box

All Day 7/10

Age Group:

Teens
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Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

On the 10th of each month, pick up your box with two books selected for you. Each box also includes some treats for you to keep. Turn in your box by the end of the month to be eligible for the next month's box.

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Reading Buddies

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am

Age Group:

Children
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Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 5-10. Build confidence and fluency by reading aloud with a teen buddy. Bring a favorite book or come early to choose something new. 
 

Please register for each date separately. 

New STEAM Kit & Teen Take Out Available

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Age Group:

Babies-Preschool, Children, Teens
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Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Babies-Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Event Details:

Stop by Youth Services and the Teen Space for a take-home activity kit. Available while supplies last.

 

June 1-15: Woven Bookmarks

June 16-30: Fingerprinting Fun

A two pictures of the same women, the right picture she is wearing a mask, reading to children.

Summertime Fun Preschool Storytime with Ann Santori

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am

Age Group:

Babies-Preschool
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Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Library Lawn
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Performance, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Join us as we welcome storytime performer Ann Santori to the Messenger Public Library for a special storytime all about Summertime Fun!

Read with Rover

Sunday, July 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Age Group:

Children
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Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club, Nature & Animals
Registration Required
kid and teen reading together

Reading Buddies

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am

Age Group:

Children
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Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 5-10. Build confidence and fluency by reading aloud with a teen buddy. Bring a favorite book or come early to choose something new. 
 

Please register for each date separately. 

DCM Detective Agency

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Age Group:

Children
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Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

For ages 5-10. Help Wanted: STEAM Detectives for the DCM Detective Agency! Solve a new mystery each session while learning about coding, arts, science, and more.

Please sign up for each session separately.

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North Aurora Lions: Free Hearing and Retinal Screenings

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm

Age Group:

Everyone
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Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

North Aurora Lions and the Lions of Illinois Foundation sponsor free retina and hearing screenings for children and adults. No appointment needed; walks-ins welcome!

New STEAM Kit & Teen Take Out Available

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Age Group:

Babies-Preschool, Children, Teens
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Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Babies-Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Event Details:

Stop by Youth Services and the Teen Space for a take-home activity kit. Available while supplies last.

 

June 1-15: Woven Bookmarks

June 16-30: Fingerprinting Fun

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Music at Messenger: John Elvis Lyons

6:30pm–8:00pm
Everyone
Movies & Entertainment, Performance
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Library Lawn
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movies & Entertainment, Performance
Event Details:

The Music at Messenger summer concert series returns for a fourth season, with even more shows highlighting the talents of local Fox River Valley artists! Bring your lawn chair and a picnic for an outdoor show on the rear lawn of the library.

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. 

Music at Messenger: Sam Burns

6:30pm–8:00pm
Everyone
Movies & Entertainment, Performance
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Library Lawn
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movies & Entertainment, Performance
Event Details:

The Music at Messenger summer concert series returns for a fourth season, with even more shows highlighting the talents of local Fox River Valley artists! Bring your lawn chair and a picnic for an outdoor show on the rear lawn of the library.

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. 

Music at Messenger: Pete Jive

6:30pm–8:00pm
Everyone
Movies & Entertainment, Performance
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Library Lawn
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movies & Entertainment, Performance
Event Details:

The Music at Messenger summer concert series returns for a fourth season, with even more shows highlighting the talents of local Fox River Valley artists! Bring your lawn chair and a picnic for an outdoor show on the rear lawn of the library.

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.