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kid and teen reading together

Reading Buddies

Friday, June 20, 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. 

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The Historical Wizard of Oz

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Just hearing the name “Oz” conjures up fantastic images, adventures, and heartfelt memories. So many of us can recite the plot of the famous story, but how many of us really know what went into creating it? What influences did L.

handprints in the style of Andy Warhol's Campbell's soup art

Andy Warhol-Inspired Hands

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am

Age Group:

Babies-Preschool
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Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Enjoy a hands-on art class with art teacher Mrs. M. We'll create masterpieces inspired by pop artist Andy Warhol. 

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Alma Thomas-Inspired Art Class

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Age Group:

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

For families, ages 5+. Enjoy a hands-on art class with teacher Mrs. M. Create a masterpiece inspired by the art of Alma Thomas. Caregivers are welcome to participate!

DCM Detective Agency

Friday, June 27, 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.

New STEAM Kit & Teen Take Out Available

Tuesday, July 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

Tech Tuesdays at the library

MPL's Tech Tuesdays: Drop-In Technology Help

Tuesday, July 1, 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 

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.

kid and teen reading together

Reading Buddies

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

Age Group:

Children
Register Now
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. 

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DCM Detective Agency

10:30am–11:30am
Children
STEAM
Open
Registration Required
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.

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.

SciTech Program: Exploring Rainbows

9:30am–10:30am
Children
Performance, STEAM
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Performance, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 4-7. Join us for a program with SciTech! Experiment with "walking rainbows," a color transfer water experiment. You will also have the opporunity to create your own Spectroscope to view rainbows.  

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.

SciTech Program: Exploring Chromatography

11:00am–12:00pm
Children
Performance, STEAM
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Performance, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-12. Join us for a program with SciTech! Participants will explore color mixing by creating a design and adding water, then learn about simple circuiting to use their created design to create a light up flower.

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.

New STEAM Kit & Teen Take Out Available

1:00pm–5:00pm
Babies-Preschool, Children, Teens
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
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

CAD and 3D Printing Workshop

6:30pm–8:00pm
Children
STEAM, Technology Class
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 9-11 only. Embark on an exhilarating journey into the captivating world of Computer-Aided Design (CAD)! This Beginner CAD course is designed to ignite your creativity and unleash your design potential.

Lego Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
STEAM
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Visit Youth Services to build a Lego creation to display for all to enjoy.

For drop-in program reminders, use the Remind Me or Add to My Calendar buttons on the calendar.

 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Teen CAD and 3D Printing Workshop

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens
STEAM, Technology Class
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 11–18. Bring your imagination to life by designing a 3D printed creation of your own. Presented by Ready Set Code.

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.

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.

New STEAM Kit & Teen Take Out Available

1:00pm–5:00pm
Babies-Preschool, Children, Teens
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
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

Creativity Lab

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

Ages 8-12. Art, science, and technology, oh my! Let's explore a hands-on STEAM activity together. Dress to get messy!

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.

Chasing Mother Nature

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
STEAM
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join an experienced chaser on an electrifying journey through the thrilling world of storm chasing.

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.

DCM Detective Agency

10:30am–11:30am
Children
STEAM
Waitlist
Registration Required
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.

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.

New STEAM Kit & Teen Take Out Available

1:00pm–5:00pm
Babies-Preschool, Children, Teens
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
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

DCM Detective Agency

10:30am–11:30am
Children
STEAM
Open
Registration Required
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.

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. 

Lego Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
STEAM
Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
Room: Youth Services
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Event Details:

Visit Youth Services to build a Lego creation to display for all to enjoy.

For drop-in program reminders, use the Remind Me or Add to My Calendar buttons on the calendar.

 

Disclaimer(s)

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.