Events Calendar

Abundant flowers! Glorious music with brass and percussion! Easter Egg and scavenger hunt! Come and rejoice with us as we walk with the disciples to find the empty tomb and the power of death overcome by the love of God. Worship at 9:30am, with fun for the whole family starting immediately after at 10:30am with...

Discover how sap becomes syrup as you try tapping with tools from the 1890s, check the collection buckets, watch sap thicken over the fire, and try a taste of real maple syrup. All ages. The program is free, but there’s a suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to enter the...

Pick up prepackaged activities and a pair of solar eclipse glasses. We've gathered materials and prepackaged them so you can learn about and watch the April 8th eclipse at home. A pair of solar eclipse glasses will be included in each bag. Registration beings March 1. Supply pickup is April 1-7 at the Youth Services...

Drop in for hands-on activities and the chance to meet other homeschoolers.

Celebrate April Fool’s Day with silly activities around the Youth Department!

Tell us your best joke to win a prize! / Cuéntanos tu mejor chiste para ganar un premio

Join us to play fun party games like Would You Rather?, and board games like Go Fish and Trouble! No knowledge of games required!

Every Tuesday Starting March 5 • 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM • Free Program • Pre-Registration Required • For Students (6-12) and their Parents/Caregivers • Adults must accompany students Unleash your curiosity every Tuesday while exploring the wonders of agriculture, STEM, and nature! This program is for parents and elementary-age students (6-12 years old). Topics include: Coding:...

Visit Waubonsie Valley High School's Planetarium and learn about solar eclipses and more with NASA Solar System Ambassador Stephanie Rybka! Join us for this unique and immersive experience at the Waubonsie Valley High School Planetarium to learn solar eclipse basics and safety. Stephanie will share her personal experience, observations, and tips from the 2017 Total...

Take a break from your busy week and unwind at the library! Each Wednesday there will be a different activity like building, crafts, and games.

No eclipse glasses? No problem! Learn how to make a pin-hole eclipse viewer so you can watch the April 8 eclipse as a family! (Grades K–5 with an adult)

Registration is required. This is a welcoming group where you can meet other breastfeeding moms, ask questions and get assistance and support. Led by Vanessa Prinz, Board Certified Lactation Consultant.

What is a solar eclipse? Why is the 2024 eclipse so special? Find out the answers to these and other questions when you create your own eclipse model! Ages 7-11 ** ** A limited number of tickets will be available beginning 30 minutes before the program. Tickets will be at the Children's Reference Desk.

Ramadan Mubarak! Celebrate the month of fasting, prayer, and charity with stories and a craft in English and Urdu. Twenty name tags (children only).

Get excited for the upcoming solar eclipse, snack on a Moon Pie, and watch The Wild Thornberrys Movie! An eclipse occurs in this animated movie as the action unfolds in Africa... (2002, Rated PG)

Trauma-informed, self-defense instructor Lindsey Daehnke from Strictly Self-Defense will teach participants basic physical self-defense skills and techniques. All experience levels are welcome. Self-defense program is designed to be accessible to individuals of all backgrounds and fitness levels, so no matter your experience, we invite you to join us and learn how to defend yourself with...

Let your toddler explore their world through messy playtime. You make the mess; we’ll clean it up! Dress to get dirty in this tactile, indoor program. (Ages 12–36 months with an adult)

Free admission on the First Friday of each month during A Love Supreme (Jan. 20 - April 28) thanks to our exhibition sponsors and museum patrons.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Work together to solve a series of puzzles, and open a series of locks. You'll receive a series of clues and puzzles printed on paper to work through as a timer counts down on our big screen. Each solved puzzle will correlate to a lock on a box. Open all the locks to BREAKOUT. Hints...

Join our code master and think like a computer while programming with cool games and activities! Perfect for beginner coders. Register for one session only.

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...

Join us for fun that is out of this world with this space-themed bingo! Note: There are 2 sessions of this program, please only sign up for one time slot.

Enjoy the live 'Elvis & Cash Show', explore an instrument petting zoo, and more! ¡Disfruta del 'Elvis & Cash Show' en vivo, explora un zoológico de instrumentos, y más! Ever wondered what a concert would have been like that featured both Elvis and Johnny Cash?! The Elvis & Cash show is fondly called the "What...

Superheroes Unite! Join us on April 6 at 8:30A with your friends and family and show off your superpower at the Superhero 3K Fun Run, taking place at the Sensory Garden Playground! All participants are invited to wear their favorite superhero attire as they participate in this 3K Fun Run so break out your Wonder...

This course is designed to develop awareness, technique, and safety skills in children and adults while on a bike. Participants will learn about choosing a bicycle, parts of a bike, essential equipment, and how to safely and comfortably ride a bike in various traffic conditions. Parking lot and on-the-bike activities will include a bike safety...

This program will be held in person in the First Floor Meeting Room. Join us to celebrate the launch of our Seed Library, an exciting green initiative made possible through a collaboration with Eagle Scout Candidate Owen Hanba from Troop 1. Whether you’re a new or experienced gardener, our collection boasts a diverse array of...

New babies come with a lot of questions! Come to our Bumps & Babies Resource Fair to find some answers. A variety of businesses will be in attendance to share their resources for growing families and expectant parents. All visitors will have an opportunity to register for a giveaway of generously donated items from area...

Help us kick off a fun-filled week of celebrating young children and their families. Drop in to explore a variety of hands-on activities for little learners, including some sponsored by local preschools and child care organizations. The Week of the Young Child® is an annual celebration sponsored by the National Association for the Education of...

Getting to throw handful of brightly colored powder at friends and foes seems too good to be true. Yes it’s true! Vedic Cultural Society invites all members of the public, from people with understanding of festival who simply get a kick out of chucking organic dyed flour at strangers to celebrate the festival of color....

Need a new place to play on a Saturday? Come check out our toy collection! Drop in anytime between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to explore and play! For ages 2+ with a caregiver. Coffee and pastries provided.

March 16: Discover the art of interior design inspired by the works found in A Love Supreme. Then, explore sculpture as personal expression and design and construct a domestic interior that tells a unique story about you. April 6: Give music new life by creating a colorful weaving on reclaimed CDs! Explore the tactile works...

Celebrate your local authors! Visit local author tables on the library's main floor from 1-4pm and stop by the café area on the main floor for open mic readings from our authors.

Want to share some love with dogs and cats awaiting adoption? Come make pet toys out of recycled materials, which will be donated to Aurora Animal Care & Control. Volunteer credit is available.