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Celebrate National Library Week by growing your home library! Enter to win one of five book bundles for all ages, each featuring a selection of award-winning titles. Submit your entry for April 19-26 online or in the library. Winners will be contacted after April 27. 74

Unleash your creativity and create a masterpiece inspired by the earth. You choose—canvas or 3D tiny art accepted. Bonus points for upcycling materials to turn trash into treasure! Return your completed masterpiece April 6-19, then join us April 29 for a reception where you can show off your creation and vote for your favorites! 96

Pack your curiosity and get ready to hit the road — Library Road Trip is back for 2026! Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or brand new to the adventure, this is your chance to explore amazing libraries and discover what makes each one unique. Visit participating libraries to collect a souvenir for visiting (while supplies… 76

Now available for North Aurora residents! Make any time learning time! Sign up to get 8-10 text messages per month with fun activities you can do at home to help prepare little ones, ages 5 and under, for school success.  91

Baker & Taylor, the vendor that Messenger ordered most of our books from, has gone out of business. 110

Use your love of knitting or crochet to keep our community warm this winter. 67

The Adult Literacy Collection at Messenger Public Library is a special book collection made for adults who are learning to read or working to improve their skills. 84

Check Out IPO Program is back! (Passes available September 17) 73

MPL is seeking requests for proposals for commercial HVAC services, due by 10/6/ 2025. 80

MPL wants to hear from you about adaptations and improvements to our physical library building! Join us on September 16 at 6pm or 17 at 10am for in-person discussions (with refreshments!) led by staff from Wight. 77