Local library events
Storytimes and kids' library events near MESSENGER PUBLIC LIBRARY OF NORTH AURORA from the public library calendar.
113 OAK STREET, NORTH AURORA, IL 60542
Upcoming events
11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
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.
11:45 AM to 12:15 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
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. Registration required.
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
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.
8:00 PM to 9:45 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
Messenger Public Library will open late today at 10:00 am due to staff training.
11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
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. Please register with your email address so you can receive confirmation and reminder emails. Register by the 5th to receive a box for that month and the rest of the season. If you register after the 5th, your first box will be ready the following month. Boxes not picked up by the end of the month will become the next month's box. Space is limited; registration required. Must have a Messenger Public Library card to participate.
11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
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. Turn in your bag by the end of the month so we can refill it for the next month. Register by the 5th to receive a books for that month and the rest of the season. If you register after the 5th, your first bag will be ready the following month. Bags not picked up by the end of the month will become the next month's bag. Registration required. Must have a library card from Messenger Public Library.
11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
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. Elementary ages may register for one: Picture Book Bags OR Book Boxes. Register by the 5th to receive a box for that month. If you register after the 5th, your first box will be ready the following month. Boxes not picked up by the end of the month will become the next month's box. Space is limited; registration required. Must have a current Messenger Public Library card to participate.
11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
We’re excited to welcome back DuShaun Branch for another relaxing and energizing session of chair yoga! Please wear comfortable, layered clothing and bring water to stay hydrated. While this is a low-impact class, you’ll still be gently moving and getting a great stretch.
11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
Ages 5-10. Buddy up with a teen volunteer to read aloud and then take on a STEAM challenge together! Bring a favorite book or come early to choose something new. Register for each date separately.
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
Learn how easy it is to create custom, hand painted greeting cards for friends and family. Registration starts June 1.
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
All ages. Starr Chief Eagle provides an interactive and educational dive into Lakota Culture exploring the language, art, and knowledge of Lakota people. She performs the rare tradition of Hoop Dancing to create designs, shapes, and creatures to tell a story—with (optional) audience participation! Please register each person attending. Program will be held outdoors, weather permitting. Space may be limited if the program must move inside.
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
Ages 0–3 with caregiver. Enjoy messy art with your baby and toddler as you learn and explore with new friends. Outside, weather permitting.
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
This month, we discuss A Change of Habit: Leaving Behind My Husband, Career, and Everything I Owned to Become a Nun by Sister Monica Clare. In her twenties and thirties, Monica Clare was a talented but exhausted photo editor who spent her days getting yelled at by clients who were often strung out on cocaine and megalomania. For years, the voice calling her to a simpler, quieter life had been getting louder. As a little kid, she’d seen Audrey Hepburn in The Nun’s Story and thought: That’s me. That’s how she found herself straightening her habit nervously as she walked into a convent, preparing to live alongside eleven other sisters who’d taken the same vow of poverty and celibacy . . . indefinitely. Could a chronically fidgety, pop culture–obsessed woman of the world ever fit in? she wondered. And why did the other nuns seem so cold and disapproving? As the months went on, she realized the other nuns were shy, not unfriendly—much like herself. The culture at the convent discouraged giving compliments or even saying “please” or “thank you,” since acts of generosity were to be freely given and received. But when Monica rose to the role of Sister Superior, she got the policy against compliments changed. Relationships started to blossom, first awkwardly and then more easily. Who would have predicted that Sister Christina, the one she thought had deeply disliked her from the start, would turn out to be a huge hugger? Or that they’d spend entire afternoons trying to keep a wild turkey from running amok in their community garden? Equal parts tell-all and rallying cry, A Change of Habit reveals how much we can say yes to when we stop laboring to prove our worth to ourselves and others. In her role as a spiritual counselor, Sister Monica guides people from all walks of life toward resisting the false promises of capitalism, finding healing in small acts of nurture and connection, and ultimately, restoring themselves to a place of wholeness, all while living in this gorgeously messy world of ours. (Penguin Random House)
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
Ages 0–24 months with caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, and movement to help foster early literacy skills. Registration required—please register each child attending.
11:15 AM to 11:45 AM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
Ages 0–24 months with caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, and movement to help foster early literacy skills. Registration required—please register each child attending.
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
MPL's Library Tech Tuesdays: Drop-In Technology Help Need help with your smartphone, tablet, computer, or software? Come to MPL's Tech Tuesdays—a free, drop-in program offering 15-30 minute one-on-one tech support sessions. Our friendly library staff is here to assist with everything from troubleshooting devices to learning how to use new apps or exploring digital resources. Bring your device and your questions—no appointment necessary! Whether you're a beginner or looking to level up your skills, we’ve got you covered. When: Select Tuesdays each month from 3:00 - 5:00 pm Where: Messenger Public Library, Meeting Room 6 Who: Adults, no library card required Session Length: 15-30 minutes, depending on your needs Tech made easy—stop by and get the help you need!
8:00 PM to 9:30 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
Do YOU Want To Be A Lion? Are you community-spirited? Are you interested in working to improve your community and the world? Membership in the North Aurora Lions Clubis perfect for you. You can develop friendships that last a lifetime, gain valuable leadership skills and be an advocate for causes that impact lives here at home and across the world. Remember... Volunteering requires only passion and positivity! For more information, please contact any member or stop in at one of our monthly meetings. The North Aurora Lions Club meets at 7pm on the second Tuesday of each month at Messenger Public Library. In person and virtual options are available. Guests, even virtual guests, are welcome! Want to know what we do? Why we do it? How we do it? Log in to a meeting and find out. We welcome and encourage anyone interested in Lions Club to attend.
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
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At nine feet tall, the impressive portrait of 16th President Abraham Lincoln painted by W.F.K. Travers has been praised by those who knew him as more lifelike than any other. Exhibited at the US Capitol, the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia, and the Union League Club in New York, among other important places, this portrait eventually found a home in the Hartley Dodge Memorial in Madison, New Jersey. Historian Mallory Mortillaro shares her first-hand account of researching this painting and the stories she uncovered as she leads the audience through this painting’s fascinating provenance. This portrait is currently on loan to the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery. Mallory Mortillarois an art historian and educator. She has a decade of teaching experience and has worked on various art research projects for museums and organizations in the New York metropolitan area. Her discoveries in the art world have garnered her international attention. She studied at Drew University. Mallory resides in New Jersey with her husband and daughter. This program is online only. Please register here to receive a participation link.
8:00 PM to 9:30 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
Toastmasters International is a world leader in communication and leadership development. Our organization has more than 300,000 members. Members improve their speaking and leadership skills by attending one of the 15,800 clubs in 149 countries that make up our global network of meeting locations. The Timely Talkers Toastmasters Club 5568 was founded in February 1999. We have been distinguished, or better, for 16 of the past 22 years. A distinguished club is one where the members consistently meet their educational goals. Whether you are a professional, student, stay-at-home parent, or retiree, Toastmasters is an excellent way to improve your communication and leadership skills. Toastmasters can help you lose the fear of public speaking and learn skills that will help you succeed with confidence. Come to enhance the skills you already have and learn new skills. We are a community club and everyone is welcome. For more information about Timely Talkers Toastmasters Club 5568, contact Dan Velasco at danvelasco123@gmail.com. Please arrive early as our meetings start promptly at 7:00 p.m. Check our website for more information and hybrid meeting Zoom links: https://www.timelytalkers.org/. A great way to improve your communication and leadership skills!
11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
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.
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
Learn about early childhood developmental screenings and local resources from SPARK! Representatives will share information, schedule ASQ screenings, and on select dates conduct screenings at the library. Screenings will take place on Friday, February 27 from 10-noon. Future screening dates TBD. Ages & Stages Questionnaires® (ASQ®) provides reliable, accurate developmental and social-emotional screening for children between birth and age 6. Drawing on parents’ expert knowledge, ASQ is designed to pinpoint developmental progress and catch delays in young children—paving the way for meaningful next steps in learning, intervention, or monitoring. An education initiative of Fox Valley United Way, SPARK (Strong, Prepared and Ready for Kindergarten) connects Aurora-area families with early education and childcare opportunities that prepare their young children for success in school and life. For reminders, use the Remind Me or Add to My Calendar buttons at the top of the page.
11:45 AM to 12:15 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
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. Registration required.
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
Come relax and work on making something cozy with others who are interested in the fiber arts! This is a drop-in program for experienced crafters. Refreshments are provided. Please bring your own materials and projects to work on.
7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
Ages 11-18. Join GlamBat Studios for a fun, confidence-boosting introduction to everyday makeup! In this class, you will learn how to create a simple, polished look while exploring the basics of makeup techniques. This class focuses on enhancing natural features while building skills and confidence in a supportive, judgment-free space. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to refresh their routine! Registration required.
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
This month, we discuss The Paris Novel by Ruth Reichl. "When her estranged mother dies, Stella is left with an unusual inheritance: a one-way plane ticket and a note reading 'Go to Paris.' But Stella is hardly cut out for adventure. A childhood trauma and her mother's negligent parenting style have kept her strictly confined to her comfort zone, even in adulthood. When her boss encourages her to take time off, Stella resigns herself to honor her mother's wishes, even if a spontaneous trip to Paris is the last thing she wants. Even in a new city, Stella can't help but fall into old habits, living cautiously and frugally. But one day, she stumbles across a consignment store and tries on a fabulous vintage dress. The shopkeeper allows her to borrow it for the day if she goes on an adventure. So Stella decides to treat herself to oysters and wine for lunch, where she has a chance encounter with a dapper octogenarian art collector, Jules. He immediately recognizes Stella needs a proper introduction to the magical side of Paris and takes her under his wing. Amid decadent meals and encounters with a veritable who's who of the 1980s Paris art and culinary worlds, Stella begins to understand what it might mean to live a bigger life. As weeks pass, Stella ends up living at the bookstore, Shakespeare & Company, as a "tumbleweed," uncovering a hundred-year-old art mystery and unlocking a passion for food that may be connected to her past and to the true reason she has been sent to Paris. A feast for the senses, this novel is a testament to what it means to live deliciously: to be authentic, to embrace adventure, and to find a home in the last place you might expect"-- Provided by publisher.
11:00 AM to 11:45 AM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
Aimed at ages 4-7 with caregiver. Get ready to tinker, play and invent while learning about coding, arts, science, and more. Please sign up for each session separately. Sponsored by the DuPage Children's Museum. Monday, June 8: Chain Reaction Machines Saturday, June 20: Taking Things Apart Saturday, July 18: Biomimicry Monday, July 27: Inventions for Nature
12:00 PM to 12:45 PM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
Aimed at ages 8-12. Get ready to tinker, play and invent while learning about coding, arts, science, and more. Please sign up for each session separately. Please register each child attending. Sponsored by the DuPage Children's Museum. Monday, June 8: Chain Reaction Machines Saturday, June 20: Taking Things Apart Saturday, July 18: Biomimicry Monday, July 27: Inventions for Nature
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
Ages 0–24 months with caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, and movement to help foster early literacy skills. Registration required—please register each child attending.
11:15 AM to 11:45 AM
113 Oak St., North Aurora, IL, 60542, US
Ages 0–24 months with caregiver. Enjoy stories, songs, and movement to help foster early literacy skills. Registration required—please register each child attending.