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Kindness Hats

11/01/2024 @ 9:00am - 11/27/2024 @ 5:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

Use your love of knitting or crochet to keep our community warm this winter. Stop by the Adult Services Help Desk starting November 1 to check out a kit with yarn, needles, and patterns, or use your own materials.

Gingerbread House Challenge

11/15/2024 @ 10:00am - 11/27/2024 @ 4:45pm
Everyone
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Design your own gingerbread creation and bring it to the library from November 15–29. Enter as a family team or individually! Pick up a copy of the rules and entry form at any library service desk.

Family Storytime - Session 2

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: 10
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.

Financial Aid Process

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Workshop
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Grades 11–12 plus adults. Come hear about your financial aid options for college and get your questions answered from an ISAC instructor. 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. 

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.

Preschool Process Art

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies-Preschool
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Ages 3-5. Enjoy stories, songs, and a special activity with your preschooler!

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.

Toddler Playtime: Playdough Party!

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 2–3 with caregiver. Enjoy playtime with your 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.

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.

Baby Storytime - Session 2

9:30am - 10:00am
Babies-Preschool
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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 - Session 2

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: 16
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.

Thanksgiving Closure

11/27/2024 @ 5:00pm - 11/28/2024 @ 9:00pm
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.

Gingerbread House Challenge

9:00am - 9:00pm
Everyone
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Design your own gingerbread creation and bring it to the library from November 15–29. Enter as a family team or individually! Pick up a copy of the rules and entry form at any library service desk.

Kindness Hats

11/29/2024 @ 9:00am - 12/23/2024 @ 9:00pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

Use your love of knitting or crochet to keep our community warm this winter. Stop by the Adult Services Help Desk starting November 1 to check out a kit with yarn, needles, and patterns, or use your own materials.

STEAM Kit for Gr. 3-5 Photo Mobile/Ornament

All Day
Children
STEAM
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

New kids STEAM Kits debut on the first of every month. Stop by Youth Services to pick up a kit! Available while supplies last.

STEAM Kits K-2 Sock Snowman

All Day
Children
STEAM
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

New kids STEAM Kits debut on the first of every month. Stop by Youth Services to pick up a kit! Available while supplies last.

Teen Take Out: Salted Dark Chocolate Pretzel Bark

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

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.

Holiday Open House

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Babies-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Arts & Crafts, Movies & Entertainment, Performance
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies & Entertainment, Performance
Event Details:

Join us at the library for a festive winter gathering full of fun, crafts, snacks, and socializing.

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.

Junior Library Helpers Training Session

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children
Volunteering
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Volunteering
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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. 

Baby Storytime - Session 2

9:30am - 10:00am
Babies-Preschool
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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 - Session 2

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: 16
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.

Morning Book Club: The Family Game

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: 10
Event Details:

This month we discuss The Family Game by Catherine Steadman.

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.

Holiday Cookies with Kidinary Cooking Academy

6:00pm - 7:15pm
Children
Health & Wellness, Performance
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Ages 4-7. Do you have a baker at home who loves to create sweet treats? In this program we will be whipping up homemade treats with Chef from Kidinary Cooking Academy.

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. 

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.

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 - Session 2

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: 10
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.