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Name: Preschool Playtime: Juggling & Parachutes
Start: 2024-12-06T10:00:00-06:00
End: 2024-12-06T10:30:00-06:00
Location: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

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Preschool Playtime: Juggling & Parachutes

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Open

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Main Meeting Room

Age Group: Babies-Preschool

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Required

Seats Remaining: 14

Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Join us as we bring out the parachute and introduce the basics of scarf juggling to your little ones! 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.

Image is a photo of red and white wrapped christmas presents with gold ribbon.

Gift Wrap Social

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Open

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Main Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Required

Seats Remaining: 13

Event Details:

Are you dreading the chore of wrapping gifts, or do you struggle to find a place to wrap away from the prying eyes of family members? Join us for our Gift Wrap Social! Bring yourself and your gifts to be wrapped.

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.

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 12/10

Open

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Book Club

Required

Seats Remaining: 9

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.

Creativity Lab: Squeegee Art

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Open

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Tinker Youth Program Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM

Required

Seats Remaining: 1

Event Details:

Age 8-12. Let’s get creative with blobs of paint and a squeegee! Come dressed 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.

Teen Book Subscription Box

All Day 1/10

Open

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Book Club

Required

Seats Remaining: 9

Event Details:

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.

Read with Rover

Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Open

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Main Meeting Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Nature & Animals, Storytime

Required

Seats Remaining: 13

Event Details:

For readers. Love reading? Or dogs? Practice reading aloud with a licensed therapy dog from the Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club.

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.

Image is of a light purple and green circle with a seated person with their arms raised.

Chair Yoga

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Open

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Main Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Required

Seats Remaining: 9

Event Details:

Join us in welcoming back DuShaun Branch, who leads you through an hour of gentle yoga and stretches, done while seated. 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.

Teen Book Subscription Box

All Day 2/10

Open

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Book Club

Required

Seats Remaining: 9

Event Details:

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.

Read with Rover

Sunday, February 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Open

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Main Meeting Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Nature & Animals, Storytime

Required

Seats Remaining: 14

Event Details:

For readers. Love reading? Or dogs? Practice reading aloud with a licensed therapy dog from the Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club.

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.

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All Day	This event is in the "Everyone" group. Kindness Hats 11/01/2024 @ 9:00am - 11/27/2024 @ 5:00pm Everyone This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.			This event is in the "Everyone" group. Kindness Hats 11/29/2024 @ 9:00am - 12/23/2024 @ 9:00pm Everyone This event is in the "Everyone" group. 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.
	This event is in the "Everyone" group. Gingerbread House Challenge 11/15/2024 @ 10:00am - 11/27/2024 @ 4:45pm Everyone Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
			Closing Thanksgiving Closure 11/27/2024 @ 5:00pm - 11/28/2024 @ 9:00pm 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.
9 am		This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group. Baby Storytime - Fall Session 9:30am - 10:00am Babies-Preschool Storytime Waitlist Required This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group. Waitlist Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Main Meeting Room Age Group: Babies-Preschool Program Type: Storytime 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.		This event is in the "Everyone" group. Gingerbread House Challenge 9:00am - 9:00pm Everyone Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Everyone" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
10 am		This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group. Baby Storytime - Fall Session 10:15am - 10:45am Babies-Preschool Storytime Open Required This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group. Open Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Main Meeting Room Age Group: Babies-Preschool Program Type: Storytime Required Seats Remaining: 10 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.
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6 pm		Reservation 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.

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