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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.

Silver Linings Series: Introduction to the Art of Origami

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Registration will close on December 12, 2025 @ 10:30am.

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Main Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness

Registration Required

Event Details:

Designed for seniors, this collection of programs features a variety of activities each month, some of which may repeat. The Silver Linings Series promotes physical and mental well-being while encouraging social interaction.

Running Behind with DuPage Children's Museum

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Age Group:

Babies-Preschool, Children

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Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Main Meeting Room

Age Group: Babies-Preschool, Children

Program Type: STEAM

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Aimed at ages 0-5. Join us in our Main Meeting Room for a pop-up museum exhibit from the DuPage Children's Museum! Running Behind is designed to engage children in problem-solving, critical thinking, spatial awareness, and cooperative play.

black book cover with the outline of a woman wearing sunglasses. This Girl is a Killer is written across the cover in red handwriting.

Book Club is Our Alibi: This Girl's a Killer

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Age Group:

Adults

Waitlist

Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Off Site

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Club

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us at Krema for our next installment of Book Club Is Our Alibi. All attendees receive a free beverage courtesy of the library. This time, we discuss This Girl's a Killer by Emma C. Wells.

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"White Christmas" with Laura Keyes

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Age Group:

Adults

Waitlist

Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Main Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Movies & Entertainment

Registration Required

Event Details:

The 1954 movie, White Christmas, was a hit even before it debuted. How was that possible? How has it remained a perennial classic up through the present day?

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.

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All Day	This event is in the "Everyone" group Kindness Hats All Day 11/1–12/30 Everyone Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Everyone" group Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Arts & Crafts 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/hooks, and patterns, or use your own materials.
				This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group Book Subscription Theme Bags All Day Babies-Preschool Book Club Open Registration Required This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group Open Registration will close on February 10, 2026 @ 12:00am. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Age Group: Babies-Preschool Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: Ages 0-5. On the 10th of each month come 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.
				This event is in the "Children" group Elementary Book Box Subscription All Day Children Book Club Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Open Registration will close on February 10, 2026 @ 12:00am. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Youth Services Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: On December 10, January 10, and February 10, pick up a box with two books selected just 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) 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 and enter them as a Special Note while registering.
				This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Book Subscription Box All Day Teens Book Club Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group 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. 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 and enter them as a Special Note while registering.
10 am						This event is in the "Adults" group Silver Linings Series: Introduction to the Art of Origami 10:30am–12:00pm Adults Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Registration will close on December 12, 2025 @ 10:30am. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Main Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Designed for seniors, this collection of programs features a variety of activities each month, some of which may repeat. The Silver Linings Series promotes physical and mental well-being while encouraging social interaction.	This event is in the "Children" group Early Reader Book Club 10:00am–10:45am Children Arts & Crafts, Book Club Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Open Registration will close on December 13, 2025 @ 10:00am. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Tinker Youth Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club Registration Required 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 and enter them as a Special Note while registering. 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 Art Club for Grownups: Pattern Paper Pinecone Ornaments 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Arts & Crafts Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Waitlist Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Main Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Pattern Paper Pinecone Ornaments Add vintage charm to any holiday with paper pinecone ornaments. This craft is 100% customizable, just swap out the paper choice! Registration starts 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.
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2 pm	Reservation Youth Scientific Literature Program 2:00pm–3:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Meeting Room 6 Purpose of Meeting The Youth Scientific Literature Program is a program that teaches middle and high schoolers how to read and interpret scientific papers. This event is in the "Everyone" group Holiday Open House at Messenger Public Library 2:00pm–4:00pm 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: Join us at the library for our annual festive winter gathering: This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Storywalk with University of Illinois Extension-Kane County 2:00pm–4:00pm Babies-Preschool, Children Storytime 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: Library Lawn Age Group: Babies-Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytime Event Details: All ages. Join us for an outdoor storywalk on the library lawn with the book "My Five Senses" by Aliki. University of Illinois Extension-Kane County will be putting up pictures of the story for you to read and enjoy the outdoors. 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.
3 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group MPL Tech Tuesdays: Drop-In Technology Help 3:00pm–5:00pm Adults Technology Class This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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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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.		This event is in the "Children" group Lego Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Children STEAM This event is in the "Children" group 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.
7 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Narrative Nonfiction Book Club: Seven Brief Lessons on Physics 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Book Club 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: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: This month we discuss Seven Brief Lessons on Phys			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group All About Scholarships 7:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Workshop Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Open Registration will close on December 11, 2025 @ 7:00pm. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Grades 11–12 + adults. An introduction to applying for scholarships, including 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. This event is in the "Everyone" group Library Board Meeting 7:00pm–8:45pm Everyone This event is in the "Everyone" group Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Conference Room Age Group: Everyone

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