Week of Events
Noon Yearβs Eve Party
Noon Yearβs Eve Party
Everyone has been asking and here it is! Are Noon Yearβs Eve balloon drop is happening! We will be open from Play 10am-2pm. Balloon drop at Noon, photo opportunities, regular admission and weekend rules apply! This event is happening at both our locations! Please visit our website for more information on pricing and rules of...
Noon Years Eve Bash – FULL
Noon Years Eve Bash – FULL
Enjoy a DJ and dancing, a family photo booth, a bonfire with s'mores, hot chocolate, crafts and activities, and the ball drop at noon! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate New Yearβs Eve.
Donut Kill My Vibe Noon Years Celebration
Donut Kill My Vibe Noon Years Celebration
Ring in 2024 with a new brew! Join us in the taproom for our Donut Kill My Vibe Noon Years Celebration! With a ball drop at noon, our latest release and donuts + activities for the whole family its going to be one sweet party! For information on more events like this, check out...
Noon Year’s Eve
Noon Year’s Eve
There's no need to stay up late β ring in the new year early at Get Air Trampoline Park on December 31 from 11 AM to 1 PM! We'll be celebrating 2024 with a countdown and balloon drop at noon! Don't miss out on the games, giveaways and prizes! Tickets will be sold at the...
Mario Kart Live
Mario Kart Live
Grades 6-8. Have you ever wanted to bring an exciting Mario Kart competition into the real world? Work together to build a unique track and race each other using our Nintendo Switch and Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit. Registration required.
ZooLights: Family-Friendly New Yearβs Eve
ZooLights: Family-Friendly New Yearβs Eve
During this special night at ZooLights, you can ring in the new year with hourly countdowns between 6β9 p.m. on Main Mall, where DJ Cesar will spin music all night. Enjoy free forays into the Light Maze Presented by Invesco QQQ as well as free Ferris wheel rides and buy sparking wine and cider to...
Noon Year’s Celebration
Noon Year’s Celebration
The New Year is here and now it's time to celebrate. Join us for bubble dancing and fun activities while we count down to noon. Registration is open to ages 2-5.
Winter Bingo
Winter Bingo
Play just 1 game of Bingo or stay for an hour. Take a free book for every game. All families with children welcome.
Giant Candy Land
Giant Candy Land
Bring your family to the library and play our life-sized version of a Candy Game! Make your way through the path to reach the Candy Castle. Recommended age: 3 years and up.
Winter Break Movie Day
Winter Break Movie Day
Enjoy a movie on our big screen. Bring a blanket to sit on if you like. Tuesday, Jan. 2 β’ Snow Buddies, rated G Wednesday, Jan. 3 β’ Balto, rated G Thursday, Jan. 4 β’ Gnomeo and Juliet, rated G Live in-person. No registration.
Winter Wonderland LEGOs
Winter Wonderland LEGOs
Kick off the Winter Reading Program! Join us for a day of building a winter wonderland with LEGOs!
Drop-In: Play-Doh Party
Bilingual Family Storytime
Bilingual Family Storytime
Need something for the family to do over the winter break? Bring the kids in for Bilingual Family Storytime. We'll read books, sing songs, and more in both English and espaΓ±ol.
Winter Movie and Craft
Winter Movie and Craft
Snuggle up and watch "The Land Before Time" while making a dinosaur craft! (All ages with an adult)
Celebration Dances of West Africa
Celebration Dances of West Africa
Celebrate the indigenous cultures of Africa with Soli Performing Arts Company. Dancing, drumming, and wise, ancient proverbs, native instruments and authentic attire. Drop in. Meeting Room.
Afternoon Movie
Afternoon Movie
Bring a pillow, a snack and a friend or two and join us for the movie Night at the Museum on the big screen. This is an all-ages drop-in program.
Winter Magic
Winter Magic
Experience the thrill of illusions and more in this exciting performance from local magician John Measner! Walk-ins are welcome if there is space to accommodate. If your child is age 9 or younger, please plan to remain at the library for the duration of the program. Caregivers of older children are always encouraged to stay...
Fireside Board Games
Fireside Board Games
Kick off the Winter Reading Program! Cozy up at the Library and play board games while you enjoy a virtual fireplace.
Mammals Presentation at Crabtree Nature Center
Mammals Presentation at Crabtree Nature Center
Join us and the Crabtree Naturalist staff for a seasonal presentation on mammals. We will explore activities and discuss survival strategies of mammals in the current season. Crabtree Nature Center Classroom, 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills. Drop in.
American Girl Storytime and Craft Hour
American Girl Storytime and Craft Hour
Enjoy a story about Nanea from Hawaii and learn a bit about her world. We will have awesome activities and crafts. Bring along your favorite doll to join in the fun!
Puzzlepalooza
Puzzlepalooza
Bored at home during Winter Break? Come work on a puzzle with your family or friends. Puzzles of varying levels provided by the library. This is a drop-in program so come any time and stay as long or short as you like. All ages. Drop in. Caregiver required.
PokΓ©mon Party
PokΓ©mon Party
"We choose you" to explore PokΓ©mon-themed activities fun for the whole family! Whether you're already a PokΓ©mon expert or new to this global phenomenon, you'll find something to enjoy. Drop in starting at 1:30 p.m. and stay for as long as you like. Last entry at 2:45 p.m. Please note there may be small pieces...
Family Escape Room
Family Escape Room
The clock is ticking, and participants must work as a team to unlock the box and avoid certain doom. Use the provided clues and puzzles to solve this escape room, specially crafted for 15-minute play!
Boredom Buster BINGO
Andertoons Drawing Class
Andertoons Drawing Class
Our good friend Mark Anderson returns for another cartoon lesson. He'll show us how to draw animals that like it cold, including arctic foxes, polar bears, snow monkeys, and the ruffed grouse! Yeo, you read that right - ruffed grouse! The grouse that's actually ruffed! Do not miss it!! (Again, ruffed grouse!) Registration opens 3...
All Aboard! Board Game Club
All Aboard! Board Game Club
Bored of playing the same games all the time? Tired of solving the same puzzles? Are you in Grades 4-6?Then come join Ms. Cat at All Aboard! Board Game Club where we will play board game favorites like Fireball Island and Exploding Kittens, as well as new games you are sure to enjoy! Please register...
Family Game Night
Family Game Night
We provide the games, you provide the players. Play with family or friends here in the childrenβs department. All families welcome.
Fireside Flurries and Fun
Fireside Flurries and Fun
Come chill out with us this winter break! Bring your skates and cool off with some fun on our outdoor ice rink and maybe even be joined on the ice by a special guest! Warm up with a bonfire, some hot cocoa, and treats. We will also be joined by our very own park district...
CelebraciΓ³n del DΓa de los Reyes Magos
CelebraciΓ³n del DΓa de los Reyes Magos
Β‘Ven a celebrar el dΓa de los Reyes Magos con nosotros! Come and celebrate Three Wise Men Day with us! Β‘Celebremos el DΓa de los Reyes Magos con un pedazo de rosca de Reyes de diferentes panaderΓas de Aurora! Β‘Tendremos una manualidad, una visita sorpresa de los Reyes Magos y hasta podrΓ‘s escribir tu carta...
Trivia: Winter Break Edition
Trivia: Winter Break Edition
Join us for a trivia night full of school subjects and other favorite topics. Test your knowledge and declare victory over friends or siblings. Light refreshments served. Register as a team of up to six or individually. Meeting Room.
First Friday Fun Kits
First Friday Fun Kits
Stop by the Children's Department and pick up a kit full of DIY at home fun. Kits will be available on a first come first served basis whiles supplies last. One craft per child please.
Family Chess Open Play
Family Chess Open Play
Enjoy a day of chess with your family or with friends. We'll have many chess boards out and ready for play. Live in-person. No registration.
Percy Jackson Watch Party
Percy Jackson Watch Party
Attention all Camp Half-Blood Campers! We're hosting a surprise viewing of the first episode of the new Disney+ Percy Jackson show! Join us for snacks and a take-home craft. (Grades 3β5)
Robot Rumble
Robot Rumble
Have fun trying out an assorted collection of library robots and discovering what feats they can accomplish. Can a robot climb a ramp, go swimming, or play a xylophone? Find out during this drop-in program.
First Friday: Spark’s Snow Day with Firefly Family Theatre
First Friday: Spark’s Snow Day with Firefly Family Theatre
Snow came early in Firefly Grove this year, so Spark the Firefly gets to experience her first snow day! Join Spark as she learns all about snow, hibernation, and exciting winter activities like sledding and ice skating. Spark's Snow Day includes puppets, original music, interactive movement, and lots of winter fun for families! Every First...
Tween/Teen Escape Room – FULL
Tween/Teen Escape Room – FULL
Follow a series of clues and solve a variety of puzzles in our blizzard-themed escape room. Beat the clock to win prizes!
First Fridays
First Fridays
First Fridays is a night of art, fun, music, dance, and community at local businesses and venues in downtown Aurora on the first Friday evening of the month. First Fridays in Downtown Aurora invites the community to enjoy art, music, food, theater, and more on the first Friday of the month. First Friday venues have...
Early Literacy Expo
Early Literacy Expo
Welcome to the Aurora Public Library Districtβs 2nd Annual Early Literacy Expo! At this event, the library will connect families with valuable resources in the community, including Preschools and Daycares. Preschool and Daycare representatives will be available on-site for families to learn about their organizations (including cost, curriculum, and staffing). Non-profit organizations and other social...
Family Jigsaw Puzzling
Family Jigsaw Puzzling
Puzzle away with family while listening to relaxing music. Choose which puzzle from our collection you want to complete or even try to create your own! For families.
One Book, One Community Kickoff Event
One Book, One Community Kickoff Event
Help us kick off our One Book, One Community by enjoying sweet treats (while supplies last) and solving a Library mystery. You can also pick up your free copy of our One Book, One Community read Happiness Falls by Angie Kim, as well as our books for younger audiences, Give Me a Sign, Anybody Here Seen Frenchie? and Gustav is Missing!: A...
New Year’s Bonfire
New Year’s Bonfire
Welcome 2024 with an afternoon bonfire! Enjoy fresh popcorn, hot drinks, music, lawn games and a stroll through the winter woods with a nature-themed scavenger hunt. Be sure to dress for the weather.
Bark for Books
Bark for Books
Help children build confidence in reading by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog in a non-judgmental, supportive environment. This animal-assisted reading program is presented in partnership with PAWSitive Therapy Troupe. Grades K-5 No registration is required but limited to 12 child readers. Readers should pick up a ticket at the Children's Services Desk starting at 5 p.m. for...
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