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Teen Book Subscription Box

All Day
Teens
Book Club
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
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.

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.

Book Subscription Theme Bags

9:00am - 8:30pm
Babies-Preschool
Book Club
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Ages 0-5 years old. On March 10, April 10, and May 10 pick up your bag with five books selected for you based on that month's theme. Each bag also includes some coloring sheets.

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. 

Narrative Nonfiction Book Club: The Living Great Lakes: Searching for the Heart of the Inland Seas

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: 8
Event Details:

This month we discuss The Living Great Lakes: Searching for the Heart of t

Book Club Is Our Alibi

7:00pm - 8:15pm
Adults
Book Club
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Meet our new book club! Perfect for fans of tension-filled reads and thrilling plots. This spring, we discuss First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston.

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. 

Evening Book Club: The Giver of Stars

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: 8
Event Details:

This month we discuss The Giver of Stars

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.

Morning Book Club: The Celebrants

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: 7
Event Details:

This month we discuss The Celebrants by Steven Rowley.

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 Book Subscription Box

All Day
Teens
Book Club
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
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.

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.

Book Subscription Theme Bags

9:30am - 4:30pm
Babies-Preschool
Book Club
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Ages 0-5 years old. On March 10, April 10, and May 10 pick up your bag with five books selected for you based on that month's theme. Each bag also includes some coloring sheets.

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. 

Early Reader Book Club

10:00am - 10:45am
Children
Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Ages 5–7 with caregiver. Just starting to read or exploring early chapter books? Join us to read together, talk about books, and do crafts. Copy of the book to keep for the first 6 people signed up and 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. 

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.

Narrative Nonfiction Book Club: Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice

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 Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice by David S. Tatel.

Books & Bites

10:30am - 11:15am
Children
Book Club
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Tinker Youth Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

For ages 8-12. Let's learn how to make a tasty snack. Chow down while listening to a short story or chapter book teaser.

Please note: you must register for this event monthly.  

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.

Read with Rover

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children
Book Club, Nature & Animals
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club, Nature & Animals
Registration 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 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. 

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. 

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.