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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

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.

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

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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.

Advertising image from the movie White Christmas featuring two men in Santa suits and two women dressed as Mrs. Claus. They are in front of a blue background with falling snow, with the words White Christmas written below in white capital letters with a blue glow around them.

"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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9 am		This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group Baby Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Babies-Preschool Storytime Open Registration Required This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group Open Registration will close on January 13, 2026 @ 9:30am. 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 "Teens" group Teen Creativity Kit: Japanese Side Sewn Sketchbook 9:00am–5:00pm Teens Arts & Crafts Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Open Registration will close on January 15, 2026 @ 12:00am. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Youth Services Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Ages 11-18. Learn a new skill while completing a fun craft kit. Creativebug is a craft database that you can access online for free through the library! Disclaimer(s) 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.
10 am		This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group Baby Storytime 10:15am–10:45am Babies-Preschool Storytime Open Registration Required This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group Open Registration will close on January 13, 2026 @ 10:15am. 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 "Babies-Preschool" group Family Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Babies-Preschool Storytime Open Registration Required This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group 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. 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 10:45am–11:15am Babies-Preschool Storytime Open Registration Required This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group 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. 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.	This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Snow Queen Character Storytime & Meet and Greet 10:00am–11:30am Babies-Preschool, Children Performance, Storytime Open Registration Required This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Open Registration will close on January 16, 2026 @ 10:00am. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Main Meeting Room Age Group: Babies-Preschool, Children Program Type: Performance, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Ages 0-7 with caregiver. Storytime will take place 10-10:30am. Meet and Greet with Pictures will be 10:30-11:30am. The Snow Queen is here! 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 Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Open Registration will close on January 17, 2026 @ 10:30am. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Tinker Youth Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Club Registration Required 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. 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 and enter them as a Special Note while registering.
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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 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			This event is in the "Adults" group Meditation Practices for the New Year 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Health & Wellness Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Registration will close on January 15, 2026 @ 6:00pm. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Main Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Meditation Practices for the New Year
7 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group Narrative Nonfiction Book Club: Accountable: The True Story of a Racist Social Media Account and the Teenagers Whose Lives It Changed 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Book Club Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Registration will close on January 12, 2026 @ 7:00pm. 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 Accountable: The True Story

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