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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.

Teen Digital Game Design Workshop

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Age Group:

Teens

Open

Registration will close on February 5, 2026 @ 6:30pm.

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Main Meeting Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: STEAM

Registration Required

Event Details:

Ages 11 - 18. This hands-on workshop gives students the opportunity to unleash their creativity by designing and coding their own digital games.

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Love Stories From History: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly!

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Registration will close on February 9, 2026 @ 7:00pm.

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Main Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: History & Culture

Registration Required

Event Details:

Award-winning romantic comedy filmmaker Lorrisa Julianus shares true stories to delight and entertain.

Teen Book Subscription Box

All Day 2/10

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.

Family Storytime

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Age Group:

Babies-Preschool

Open

Registration will close on February 12, 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 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Age Group:

Babies-Preschool

Open

Registration will close on February 19, 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.

Make Your Own Plant-Based Perfume

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

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: Main Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join the crew from Soapy Roads in Lombard to custom blend your very own signature scent from over 20 different essential oils. Learn about the positive effects that botanicals can have on your mood and well-being, and smell AMAZING.

A Guide to Overseas Genealogy

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Registration will close on February 28, 2026 @ 10:30am.

Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: Main Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Genealogy

Registration Required

Event Details:

Crossing the pond is easier than you think! Review the history of immigrant travel into the U.S.

Live4Lali Resource Table

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

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Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Room: New Books Lounge

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Event Details:

Drop in for a chat with Live4Lali to learn about prevention, education, and support related to substance use disorders.

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All Day		This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group Book Subscription Theme Bags All Day Babies-Preschool Book Club Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group Upcoming Registration will open on February 20, 2026 @ 9:00am. 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 Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Upcoming Registration will open on February 20, 2026 @ 9:00am. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Youth Services Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: On March 10, April 10, and May 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 Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Upcoming Registration will open on February 20, 2026 @ 9:00am. 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 "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 Ages 0-4 with caregiver. Enjoy sensory play experiences with your little ones! Stations are designed to stimulate your child’s mind through sensory, discovery, and gross motor activities. 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 Pre-K Art Play: Eric Carle Collages 10:00am–11:00am Babies-Preschool Arts & Crafts Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group Upcoming Registration will open on February 20, 2026 @ 9:00am. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Main Meeting Room Age Group: Babies-Preschool Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Explore the art of collage using the inspiration of legendary children’s book illustrator Eric Carle. 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 Posture, Balance, and a Little Cha-Cha-Cha 10:30am–11:30am Adults Health & Wellness Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Registration will open on February 20, 2026 @ 9:00am. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Main Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Using a chair for stability, practice posture and balance with instructor Elain Gotfryd-Noonan to increase your strength, flexibility, and alignment. Then have a blast on the "dance floor" while increasing coordination. 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 Early Reader Book Club 10:00am–10:45am Children Arts & Crafts, Book Club Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Upcoming Registration will open on February 20, 2026 @ 9:00am. 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: Craftivism 101 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Arts & Crafts Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Registration will open on February 1, 2026 @ 9:00am. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Main Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Get acquainted with craftivism, learn to embroider, stitch something brilliant, and make friends—all in just 2 hours! 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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6 pm	This event is in the "Children" group Creativity Lab: Maker Play 6:30pm–7:30pm Children Arts & Crafts, STEAM Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Upcoming Registration will open on February 20, 2026 @ 9:00am. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Ages 8-12. Come explore our new Maker Lab! Play with the button maker, make perler bead designs, learn about the Cricut Maker, or build a circuit. You choose! 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.		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: : A Therapist, Her Therapist, and Our Lives Revealed 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Book Club Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Registration will open on February 20, 2026 @ 9:00am. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: This month, we discuss Maybe You Should Talk to Someone		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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