Week Calendar

Name: Gingerbread House Challenge
Start: 2024-11-29T09:00:00-06:00
End: 2024-11-29T21:00:00-06:00
Location: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

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Gingerbread House Challenge

Friday, November 29, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm

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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.

Holiday Open House

Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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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.

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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

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Open

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Tinker Youth Program Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Volunteering

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).

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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.

Children playing with colorful toy balls.

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: 18

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: 21

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.

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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: 15

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.

Preschool Storytime & Craft: Winter Night Light

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Open

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Tinker Youth Program Room

Age Group: Babies-Preschool

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Required

Seats Remaining: 14

Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Join us for Preschool Storytime & Craft, where we will read a story together then complete a fun craft for you to take home! 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.

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: 6

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: 15

Event Details:

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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.

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All Day	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.
10 am		This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group. Sensory Playtime 10:00am - 11:00am Babies-Preschool Storytime This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Main Meeting Room Age Group: Babies-Preschool Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Enjoy sensory play experiences with your little ones! Stations are designed to stimulate your child’s mind through sensory, discovery, and gross motor activities. Ages 0-4. 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 "Babies-Preschool" group. Preschool Storytime & Craft: Winter Night Light 10:00am - 10:30am Babies-Preschool Arts & Crafts, Storytime Open Required This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group. Open Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Tinker Youth Program Room Age Group: Babies-Preschool Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Required Seats Remaining: 14 Event Details: Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Join us for Preschool Storytime & Craft, where we will read a story together then complete a fun craft for you to take home! 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.	This event is in the "Children" group. Books & Bites 10:30am - 11:15am Children Book Club Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. Open Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Tinker Youth Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Club Required Seats Remaining: 3 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.
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2 pm	Canceled: December's Read with Rover 2:00pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora
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6 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. Art Club for Grownups: Easy Quilled Holiday Ornaments 6:30pm - 8:30pm Adults Arts & Crafts Waitlist Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Waitlist Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Main Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Quill festive holiday ornaments with colorful, tightly coiled strips of paper and glue. Registration opens November 1. 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. 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.		This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Drop–In Crochet and Knit Club 6:00pm - 8:00pm Teens, Adults Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Main Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Come relax and work on making something cozy with others who are interested in the fiber arts! This is a drop-in style program for experienced crafters. Refreshments are provided. Please bring your own materials and projects to work on.
7 pm				Reservation 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.	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. All About Scholarships 7:00pm - 7:30pm Teens, Adults Workshop Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Open Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Workshop Required Seats Remaining: 29 Event Details: Grades 11–12 + adults. Come join this introduction to applying for scholarships that includes the basics of a scholarship application with tips from successful applicants and reputable sources of information. 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.

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