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Kindness Hats

All Day 11/1 - 12/30

Age Group:

Everyone

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Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Age Group: Everyone

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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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/hooks, and patterns, or use your own materials.

Teen Book Subscription Box

All Day 1/10

Age Group:

Teens

Open

Registration will close on February 10, 2026 @ 12:00am.

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

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.

A librarian singing a song with scarves with a group of kids and adults.

Family Storytime

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Age Group:

Babies-Preschool

Open

Registration will close on January 15, 2026 @ 10:00am.

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Tinker Youth Program Room

Age Group: Babies-Preschool

Program Type: Storytime

Registration Required

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. Registration required.

A librarian singing a song with scarves.

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am

Age Group:

Babies-Preschool

Open

Registration will close on January 15, 2026 @ 10:45am.

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Tinker Youth Program Room

Age Group: Babies-Preschool

Program Type: Storytime

Registration Required

Event Details:

Ages 3-5. Enjoy stories and songs while building pre-literacy skills and learning about the world around us. Preschool Storytime is a first "on our own" experience; caregivers must remain in the youth department during the program.

Family Storytime

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Age Group:

Babies-Preschool

Open

Registration will close on January 22, 2026 @ 10:00am.

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Tinker Youth Program Room

Age Group: Babies-Preschool

Program Type: Storytime

Registration Required

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. Registration required.

Vision Board Workshop: Picture Your Possibilities

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Registration will close on January 24, 2026 @ 10:00am.

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Main Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop

Registration Required

Event Details:

Start your year with clarity and creativity! Certified life coach Alison Jamison leads you in creating a vision board that reflects your goals, values, and dreams.

Image is a blue and black circle with an outstretched hand holding a transparent glowing brain surrounded by symbols.

Brain Hack

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Registration will close on January 26, 2026 @ 7:00pm.

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Main Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness, Movies & Entertainment

Registration Required

Event Details:

Using memorable stories and relatable examples, William Pack returns to demonstrate the subtle tactics that advertisers, marketers, sales people, and con artists use to get you to do what they want without you noticing.

The word Pop! on a colorful starburst background in the style of Roy Lichtenstein

Pop Art that Pops: K-5 Family Art Workshop

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Age Group:

Children

Open

Registration will close on January 27, 2026 @ 6:30pm.

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Main Meeting Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Grades K-5 with caregiver. Explore and create your own art that POPS! while learning about the style of pop artist Roy Lichtenstein. Please register each child attending.

Family Storytime

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Age Group:

Babies-Preschool

Open

Registration will close on January 29, 2026 @ 10:00am.

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Tinker Youth Program Room

Age Group: Babies-Preschool

Program Type: Storytime

Registration Required

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. Registration required.

Family Storytime

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Age Group:

Babies-Preschool

Open

Registration will close on February 5, 2026 @ 10:00am.

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Tinker Youth Program Room

Age Group: Babies-Preschool

Program Type: Storytime

Registration Required

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. Registration required.

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All Day	This event is in the "Everyone" group Color Our World Summer Challenge All Day 7/5–7/31 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: Ages 0-100+. North Aurora, take the summer challenge to read and participate in fun activities! Everyone is invited to join the fun and earn prizes with challenges for every age.
9 am			This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group Baby Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Babies-Preschool Storytime Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Main Meeting Room Age Group: Babies-Preschool Program Type: Storytime Registration Required 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.
10 am			This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group Baby Storytime 10:15am–10:45am Babies-Preschool Storytime Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Main Meeting Room Age Group: Babies-Preschool Program Type: Storytime Registration Required 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 "Adults" group workNet Batavia: Resumé Workshop 10:00am–11:00am Adults Workshop Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Make your resumé stand out to potential employers! Join workNet Batavia for this workshop to receive valuable tips and personalized feedback.	This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group Family Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Babies-Preschool Storytime Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Tinker Youth Program Room Age Group: Babies-Preschool Program Type: Storytime Registration Required 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. 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 "Babies-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Family Party: Fantastic Creatures 10:30am–11:30am Babies-Preschool, Children Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Tinker Youth Program Room Age Group: Babies-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Ages 3-8 with families. Drop by the library to enjoy special activities celebrating fantastic creatures like unicorns and dragons. Make a craft, go on a special scavenger hunt, make buttons, and more! 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.
11 am						This event is in the "Children" group Reading Buddies 11:00am–11:30am Children Book Club Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. 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. 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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2 pm	This event is in the "Children" group Read with Rover 2:00pm–3:00pm Children Book Club, Nature & Animals Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Main Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Club, Nature & Animals Registration Required 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.
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6 pm		This event is in the "Children" group Creativity Lab 6:30pm–7:30pm Children Arts & Crafts, STEAM Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. 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.	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.
7 pm			Reservation North Aurora Lions Club 7:00pm–8:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Main Meeting Room Purpose of Meeting Do YOU Want To Be A Lion? Are you community-spirited? Are you interested in working to improve your community and the world?		This event is in the "Adults" group Chasing Mother Nature 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults STEAM Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. 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.

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