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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

Waitlist

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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 "Everyone" group Library Road Trip 2026 All Day 3/28–4/30 Everyone This event is in the "Everyone" group Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Age Group: Everyone Event Details: The Library Road Trip is back and better than ever! Plan a visit to some of our neighboring libraries to see the sites and all their unique offerings.					This event is in the "Children" group Kid Librarian All Day Children Book Club Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Open Registration will close on May 1, 2026 @ 9:00am. Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: You can now register to be Kid Librarian at Messenger! It is the same program just with a different sign up. 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 This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Celebrate National Library Week! All Day 4/19–4/26 Babies-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Age Group: Babies-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Event Details: Find your joy! Joy isn’t one-size-fits-all. For some, it’s losing track of time in a stack of graphic novels.
9 am			This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group Baby Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Babies-Preschool Storytime 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: 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 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: 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 Toddler Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Babies-Preschool Storytime 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: Tinker Youth Program Room Age Group: Babies-Preschool Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Aimed at ages 2-3 with caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, and movement while building pre-literacy skills and learning about the world around us. Registration required. Siblings welcome. 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 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: 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 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: 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. April and May Sensory Playtime will take place outside, weather permitting. 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 Wildflower Walk 10:00am–11:00am Adults Nature & Animals Upcoming Registration Required Offsite Event 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: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Nature & Animals Registration Required Event Details: Hike with us to find beautiful wildflowers that show themselves in the spring! 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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5 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Preserving the Past, One Scan at a Time 5:00pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults History & Culture, Technology Class This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: History & Culture, Technology Class Event Details: In honor of Preservation Week (April 26-May 2), join us for a Community Scanning Night and take a simple step toward preserving personal, family, or community memories. Learn how to digitize your historic photographs or documents with MPL's s
6 pm		This event is in the "Children" group Creativity Lab: Paper Quill Mini Flowers 6:30pm–7:30pm Children Arts & Crafts 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 Registration Required Event Details: Ages 8-12. Learn the art of paper quilling and "plant" a tiny pot of flowers. 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 "Babies-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group 4th Annual Tiny Art Show Reception: Celebrate Nature! 6:30pm–7:30pm Babies-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Arts & Crafts, History & Culture Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Babies-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" 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, Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Arts & Crafts, History & Culture Registration Required Event Details: Tiny Art Kit Pickup (while supplies last): Saturday, March 21 Tiny Art Drop-off: April 6-19 Voting begins: Tuesday, April 22 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.
7 pm					This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Maker Lab: Open Play 7:00pm–8:00pm Teens STEAM, Technology Class 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 Room: Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Teens Program Type: STEAM, Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: Ages 11-18. Come explore our new Maker equipment! We will get to play with the button maker, make perler bead designs, and learn about the Circut Maker. Bring your creative juices! 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. 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.

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