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Summer Reading Kick-Off Party!

Saturday, June 3 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Santori Library - Parking Lot

We're celebrating with music, bubbles, and more! Be among the first to start your Summer Reading Adventure, and be there when Jim Gill hits the stage at 11 a.m.!

¡Fiesta de lanzamiento de lectura de verano!

Sábado 3 de junio de 10 a.m. a 12 p.m.

Biblioteca Santori - Estacionamiento

¡Estamos celebrando el comienzo de nuestra aventura de lectura de verano!

¡El renombrado músico infantil, Jim Gill, sube al escenario a las 11 a m !

Geocaching at the Library!

July 1 - 31

All Library Locations

Geocaching is a family-friendly scavenger hunt where players use GPS coordinates and clues to find hidden treasure. Come explore the library and find the caches!

¡Geocaching en la Biblioteca!

1 - 31 de julio

Todas las sucursales de la biblioteca

Geocaching es una búsqueda del tesoro para toda la familia en la que los jugadores usan coordenadas GPS y pistas para encontrar tesoros escondidos ¡Ven a explorar la bibli

Under the Stars: Firefly Family Theatre**

Wednesday, June 7 | 1 - 2 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Wednesday, June 7 | 10 -11 a.m.

Santori Library - 125/126

Thursday, June 8 | 10:30 -11:30 a.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join Spark the Firefly and her friends for a sum songs around the campfire, listen to stories an

PCs for People Pop-Up Shop*

Friday, June 16

11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Santori Library - Atrium

Need affordable internet & technology? The Affordable Connectivity Program helps low-income households pay for broadband service and internet-connected devices

Tienda emergente de PC para personas*

Viernes, 16 de junio 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Biblioteca Santori - Atrio

¿Necesita Internet y tecnología asequibles? El Programa de Conectividad Asequible ayuda a los hogares de bajos ingresos a pagar el servicio de banda ancha y los dispositivos conectados a Internet. Se requiere inscripción previa.

Se solicita a las personas que requieran adaptaciones para participar en los programas de la biblioteca que se comuniquen con la sucursal específica con al menos 10 días de anticipación. Tenga en cuenta: el personal y los voluntarios del Distrito de Bibliotecas Públicas de Aurora a veces toman fotos y videos de los clientes en las bibliotecas y durante los programas o eventos. Las fotos y/o videos se utilizan para la promoción y publicidad de APLD y sus servicios en publicaciones bibliotecarias impresas y en línea.

June 5 - August 12 | 5 de junio - 12 de agosto

MONDAYS

TUESDAYS

WEDNESDAYS

THURSDAYS

FRIDAYS

lunes martes miércoles jueves viernes sábado

Lugar para recoger la despensa de alimientos

The Bookmobile is experiencing frequent maintenance, therefore, we encourage you to visit aurorapubliclibrary.org/Bookmobile for daily updates on Bookmobile stops.

La biblioteca móvil está experimentando un mantenimiento frecuente, por lo tanto, te recomendamos que visites aurorapubliclibrary org/Bookmobile para obtener actualizaciones diarias sobre las paradas de la biblioteca móvil

PROGRAMAS EN ESPAÑOL

Clases de Adquisición del idioma inglés (sesion de verano 2023 )*

Todos los sábados | 9 a m - 1:20 p m

Sucursal Eola Road - Sala de reuniones chica

Mejora tus habilidades para hablar y leer inglés a través del programa gratuito de Adquisición del idioma inglés (ELA) de 12 semanas de duración de College of DuPage Inscripciones abiertas hasta el 24 de junio.

Clases de Adquisición del idioma inglés (sesion de verano 2023 )*

lunes & miércoles | 9 - 12:10 p m

Sucursal Eola Road - Sala de reuniones grande Mejora tus habilidades para hablar y leer inglés a través del programa gratuito de Adquisición del idioma inglés (ELA) de 10 semanas de duración de College of DuPage. Inscripciones abiertas hasta el 12 de junio.

Grupo de Conversación en inglés*

Todos los sábados | 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Santori Library - 332 & Virtual via Zoom

Únase a otros aprendices de inglés de todos los niveles en Zoom

Inglés en la biblioteca todos los jueves | 7 - 8 p.m.

Biblioteca Santori - 244

¡Mejora tu inglés conversacional!, en una clase semanal relajada!

¡Fiesta de inicio de lectura de verano!

Sábado 3 de junio | 10 a m - 12 p m

Biblioteca Santori - Estacionamiento

¡Estamos celebrando el comienzo de nuestra aventura de lectura de verano! ¡El renombrado músico infantil, Jim Gill, sube al escenario a las 11 a m !

Abogados en la Biblioteca jueves, 8 de junio & 13 de julio | 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Biblioteca Santori - 125/126

Estamos proporcionando un servicio sin cita previa para ayudar con preguntas legales 15 minutos por persona

Computación Básica* miércoles, 14 de junio y 12 de julio 6 - 7 p.m.

Biblioteca Santori - 218

Aquí aprenderá las habilidades básicas para usar el ratón y el teclado También aprenderá lo básico del programa Microsoft Word.

Computación Intermedia*

miércoles, 28 de junio & 26 de julio 6 - 7 p.m.

Biblioteca Santori - 218

Aprenderá cómo encontrar sitios de Internet e información con buscadores como Google, y practicaremos con otros programas de computación para mejorar sus habilidades

= Food Pantry pickup location

PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN PROGRAMAS PARA NIÑOS/NIÑAS

HORA DE CUENTOS

June 3 - 30 & July 8 -

August 11

3 - 30 de junio y 8 de julio - 11 de agosto

PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN

YOUNG CHILDREN AGES 0 - 5

PROGRAMAS PARA NIÑOS/NIÑAS

Under the Stars: Firefly Family Thea

Wednesday, June 7 | 1 - 2 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Summer Reading Kick-Off Party!

Saturday, June 3 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Santori Library - Parking Lot

We're celebrating with music, bubbles, and more! Be among the first to start your Summer Reading Adventure and be there when Jim Gill hits the stage at 11 a.m.!

MORE STORYTIMES!

NIÑOS PEQUEÑOS DE 0 A 5 AÑOS ¡MÁS HORAS DE CUENTOS!

Bilingual Storytime - Hindi**

Monday, June 5 & July 10 | 4 - 4:30 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Children's Program Room

Come and hear stories, rhymes, and music in Hindi and English! All ages

Pride Storytime

Thursday, June 8 | 6 - 6:30 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Children's Program Room

Saturday, June 10 | 11 - 11:30 a m

Santori Library - Hurrell Storytime Room

Saturday, June 17 | 10 - 10:30 a.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Happy Pride Month! Come to this special storytime about love, acceptance, and being proud of who you are! Feel free to wear your best rainbow gear! All ages

Use Your Words Storytime**

Monday, June 12 | 11 - 11:45 a.m.

Eola Road Branch - Children's Program Room

Come join us for a special storytime and craft based on recognizing and dealing with emotions. Ages 3 - 5

Spanish/English Bilingual Storytime at Garfield Park

Tuesday, June 20 & July 11 | 11 - 11:30 a m

Garfield Park - 825 Sheffer Rd.

Join us for a fun outdoor storytime (Spanish & English) at Garfield Park Weather permitting All ages

Saturday Storytime Showcase!

Saturday, July 1 | 10 - 10:30 a.m.

Eola Road Branch - Children's Program Room

Are you new to the library or haven't been able to make it to weekday storytimes? Come to this special event to find out what storytimes at the library are all about!

Wednesday, June 7 | 10 - 11 a.m.

Santori Library - 125/126

Thursday, June 8 | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting

Join Spark the Firefly and her friends f Firefly Grove. Sing songs around the campfire, listen to stories and watch the stars. Ages 2 - 7.

Chess Club

Thursday, June 8 & July 13 | 6 - 7:30 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Monday, June 19 & July 17 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Drop in, learn, play, and have fun developing strategies!

Chess Club welcomes newbies, novices and chess masters! Walk-ins welcome All ages

Pretend & Play! Grocery Store**

Thursday, June 15 | 2 - 3 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us for this fun program where we will pretend to play Grocery Store! Ages 2 - 5

Tiny Picassos**

Thursday, June 15 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Santori Library - Hurrell Storytime Room

Come join us this month as we explore art and creativity while using FOOD as our tools! Ages 3 - 7.

Junior LEGO® Club**

Saturday, June 17 & July 15 | 10 - 11 a m

Eola Road Branch - Children's Program Room

Come in to build cool LEGO® creations LEGO®’s and DUPLO®'s are provided Ages 4 - 5 with caregiver

Family Word Craft**

Wednesday, June 21 | 6 - 6:30 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Children's Program Room

What word defines your family? Come make a watercolor resistance art piece together to display in your home! 1 ticket per family.

Geocaching at the Library!

July 1 - 31

All Library Locations

Geocaching is a family-friendly scavenger hunt where players use GPS coordinates and clues to find hidden treasure Come explore the library and find the caches!

State ID for Minors

Saturday, June 24 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Saturday, July 29 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Santori Library - 125/126

The Secretary of State will be issuing State IDs for children 17 and under at this event Visit the Events page on the library's website to see which documents you need to bring to get a State ID. $5 fee per card.

PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN

YOUNG CHILDREN AGES 0 - 5

NIÑOS PEQUEÑOS DE 0 A 5 AÑOS

You, Me, and Frida!**

Thursday, July 6 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Santori Library - Hurrell Storytime Room

Come join us to celebrate Frida Kahlo's 116th birthday by creating your own Frida portrait! Ages 4 - 11.

Dan Gogh's Find Your Art

Monday, July 10 | 2 - 3 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Discover magic, puppets, storytelling, and more! You're sure to Find Your Art, and have a-MAZE-ing FUN along the way! All ages

Free to Bee! Outdoor Obstacle Course

Friday, July 28 | 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Outdoor Area

Join us for a buzzing good time at our bee-themed obstacle course! Ages 2 - 5 with a caregiver.

Tummy Time

Monday, July 31 | 10 - 11 a.m.

Eola Road Branch - Children's Program Room

Drop in for some relaxed Tummy Time fun! Bring your own blanket and help your little ones to develop early literacy and social skills Ages 0 - 2

ELEMENTARY AGES 6 - 11

NIÑOS EN PRIMARIA EDADES 6 - 11

Summer Reading Kick-Off Party!

Saturday, June 3 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Santori Library - Santori Parking Lot

We're celebrating with music, bubbles, and more! Be among the first to start your Summer Reading Adventure, and be there when Jim Gill hits the stage at 11 a.m.!

Chess Club

Thursday, June 8 & July 13 | 6 - 7:30 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Monday, June 19 & July 17 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Drop in, learn, play, and have fun developing strategies!

Chess Club welcomes newbies, novices and chess masters! Walk-ins welcome. All ages.

JG's Reptile Road Show**

Friday, June 9 | 1 - 2 p m

Santori Library - 125/126

JG's Reptile Road Shoe will share his expertise on turtles, lizards and snakes

Audience members will have a chance to view and touch animals and ask questions at the end Recommended for ages 5+

PROGRAMAS PARA NIÑOS/NIÑAS

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Sing Your Heart Out**

Tuesday, June 13 | 11 - 11:45 a.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Tuesday, July 18 | 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.

Santori Library - Hurrell Storytime Room

Children will make their own toy microphone and then sing along with a modified karaoke Ages 6 - 11

Trading Card Club

Tuesday, June 13 & July 11 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

It's time to d-d-d-d-d-d-duel! No matter what sort of cards you collect, you're welcome to come to this club to trade and play with others! Ages 6+.

Green Screen Magic

Wednesday, June 14 | 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Eola Road Branch - Small Meeting Room

Have you ever imagined going to the moon or dreamed of a day at the beach? Join us for some Green Screen Magic and create a picture of your journey into imagination! Drop-in program. Ages 6 - 11.

Tiny Picassos**

Thursday, June 15 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Santori Library - Hurrell Storytime Room

Come join us this month as we explore art and creativity while using FOOD as our tools! Ages 3 - 7

Santori Sprouts

Saturday, June 17 & July 22 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Santori Library – Parker Garden

Help our garden grow! Learn basic gardening skills through hands on activities

Ages 6 - 11

PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN

ELEMENTARY AGE 6 - 11

Tiny Painting**

Tuesday, June 27 | 2 - 3 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Small Meeting Room

Are you great at painting and need a challenge? Come create a tiny painting and show off your artistic skills! Grades 3 - 12.

Pokémon Trainers' Club

Tuesday, June 27 & July 25 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Bring your own Pokémon cards, battle at our Pokémon Go Gym, and/or bring your Nintendo DS to play with other trainers! Ages 6+

Geocaching at the Library!

July 1 - 31

All Library Locations

Geocaching is a family-friendly scavenger hunt where players use GPS coordinates and clues to find hidden treasure Come explore the library and find the caches!

Bright Directions

Wednesday, July 5 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Santori Library - Hurrell Storytime Room

This program is a great opportunity for children to learn about mindfulness techniques through stories and crafts. July's session is titled: "Hi, Hola, Namaste!" Ages 6 - 11

Bollywood Dance

Saturday, June 17 & 24 | 2 - 3 p m

Santori Library - 125/126

Learn fun, basic Bollywood dance moves with Ms Bianca

Ages 6 - 11

Reading with Rover**

Saturday, June 17 & July 15 | 2 - 3 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Children's Program Room

Wednesday, June 21 & Wednesday, July 19 4 - 5 p.m. West Branch – Meeting Room

Come and read to a dog! Dogs and trainers are members of the Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club Ages 5 - 11

Kindness Club

Tuesday, June 20 & July 18 | 4 - 4:45 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Children's Program Room

Join the Kindness Club! We'll meet monthly to make a project and brainstorm on how we can make the world a better place through acts of kindness. Ages 6+.

Friday Afternoon Movie

Friday, June 23 | 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us this afternoon for a fun family movie. Movie: The Greatest Showman (2017, Rated PG).

PROGRAMAS PARA NIÑOS/NIÑAS

Tie Dye Your T-shirt!*

Saturday, June 24 | 11 - 12 p m

Santori Library - Parker Garden

Express your creativity by tie dying your own cotton t-shirt! Bring your own!! We wi have rubber bands and dyes and plastic bags. Ages 7 - 11.

ss Rocks!

sday, June 28 | 2 - 4 p m ranch - Meeting Room rock Spread kindness All materials are provided +.

State ID for Minors

Saturday, June 24 | 10 a m - 2 p m

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Saturday, July 29 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Santori Library - 125/126

The Secretary of State will be issuing State IDs for children 17 and under at this event Visit the Events page on the library's website to see which documents you need to bring to get a State ID. $5 fee per card.

Pinwheel Craft**

Thursday, July 6 | 1 - 1:30 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Children's Program Room

Join us to make a pinwheel craft! Grades 2 - 6

PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN

PROGRAMAS PARA NIÑOS/NIÑAS

6 - 11 NIÑOS EN PRIMARIA EDADES 6 - 11 PROGRAMACIÓN STEM

You, Me, and Frida!**

Thursday, July 6 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Santori Library - Hurrell Storytime Room

Come join us to celebrate Frida Kahlo's 116th birthday by creating your own Frida portrait! Ages 4 - 11.

STEM PROGRAMMING

LEGO® Club

Thursday, June 8 & July 13 | 1 - 2 p.m.

Santori Library - Hurrell Storytime Room

Saturday, June 17 & July 15 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Children's Program Room

Thursday, June 22 & July 20 | 2 - 3:30 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Book & Craft

Friday, July 7 | 10 - 10:30 a.m.

Santori Library - Hurrell Storytime Room

Listen to the story Tops & Bottoms by Janet Stevens Then make a craft as we learn a little about growing vegetables

Mandala Art*

Sunday, July 9 | 2 - 3 p.m.

Santori Library - 125/126

Learn basic mandala art from Ms. Kripa Ramdas Materials will be provided Ages 8 - 11

Affirmations Mirror Craft**

Monday, July 10 | 2 - 2:30 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Children's Program Room

It can be hard to always feel great about ourselves, so come make an positive affirmation mirror craft to remind us all how amazing we are! Grades 3 - 8.

Dan Gogh's Find Your Art

Monday, July 10 | 2 - 3 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Discover magic, puppets, storytelling, and more! You're sure to Find Your Art, and have a-MAZE-ing FUN along the way! All ages.

illy Sticker Album!*

Wednesday, July 12 | 2 - 2:45 p m

antori Library - Hurrell Storytime Room reate your own sticker book with silly sticker cenes! All materials provided Ages 6 - 11

Aurora's Got Talent, Jr.!*

Friday, July 14 | 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Santori Library - Atrium

Show off your talent! Do you sing? Dance? Play an instrument? Write poetry? Open talent show live and on stage! The show will be broadcast on Facebook Live Ages 6 - 11

Join the club! Have fun building your own LEGO creations. LEGOS are provided. Ages 6 - 11.

Coding Club**

Wednesday, June 14 & July 12 | 4 - 5 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Small Meeting Room

Want to learn about coding? Join us for fun activities that teach beginner coding skills! Grades 3 - 5.

Find Your Voice: 3D Printing*

Monday, June 19 | 7 - 8:30 p.m.

Santori Library - 218

Communicate in 3 dimensions! Using Tinkercad, practice the basics of 3D design and we'll print your creation. Take home a pre-printed item and your object will be ready later Ages 8 - 11

Straw Rockets**

Wednesday, June 28 | 1 - 1:45 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Have fun making rockets out of straws & mailing labels and see how far your rocket can fly! Ages 8 - 11

Tinkercad Keychain*

Tuesday, July 11 | 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

A step-by-step tutorial on how to use Tinkercad, and make your own personalized keychain! Ages 8 - 12

STEM Building Activities

Wednesday, July 19 | 1 - 3 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Children's Program Room

Drop in from 1 - 3 p.m. to try a few building activity stations!

Make It Yours: Light-Up LED Fireflies**

Thursday, July 20 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Santori Library - Hurrell Storytime Room

Learn a little about circuits and make your own lightup firefly with a few simple parts Ages 8 - 11

Coding for Kids*

Friday, July 28 | 2 - 3 p.m.

Santori Library - Hurrell Storytime Room

Use fun toys to learn some basic coding skills. Ages 6 - 11

PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN

Rhythmscapes

Saturday, July 15 | 2 - 3 p m

Santori Library - 125/126

Mr Akhil will introduce the history and musical styling of the mridangam, a percussion instrument from southern India. A craft related to the instrument will follow. Ages 6 - 11.

Build Your Animal**

Tuesday, July 18 | 1 - 1:45 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us to create your imaginary animal and learn about animal adaptations! Ages 8 - 11

Geocaching at the Library!

July 1 - 31

All Library Locations

Geocaching is a family-friendly scavenger hunt where players use GPS coordinates and clues to find hidden treasure Come explore the library and find the caches!

Boost Your Study Skills with Brainfuse HelpNow*

Thursday, July 27 | 10 - 11 a.m.

Santori Library - 218

Learn about Brainfuse HelpNow, a powerful online study tool which gives students access to virtual tutoring, test prep, and essay advice - all for free with your library card!

PROGRAMS FOR TEENS

Let's Make Bad Art!

Thursday, June 1 | 5 - 6:30 p m

West Branch - Meeting Room

GRADES 6-12

Tired of the pressure to make beautiful works of art at home and school? Join us and enjoy making uniquely bad art! All skill levels welcome, and a variety of materials will be provided.

Summer Reading Kick-Off Party!

Saturday, June 3 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Santori Library - Parking Lot

We're celebrating with music, bubbles, and more! Be among the first to start your Summer Reading Adventure, and be there when Jim Gill hits the stage at 11 a m !

Service Saturday for Teens: Pet Toys

Saturday, June 3 | 12 - 1:30 p m

West Branch - Meeting Room

Saturday, June 10 | 3 - 4:30 p.m.

Santori Library - 224

Saturday, June 24 | 3 - 4:30 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Want to help make an animal's life more comfortable and/or more fun? Join us to make pet toys to donate to animals at Aurora Animal Control.

Being a First Generation College Student*

Monday, June 5 | 7 - 8 p m

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Staff from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) will address common questions and concerns of first generation college students. Caregivers and students are welcome!

Dream Scriber's Debut

Saturday, July 22 | 1 - 4 p.m.

Santori Library - Atrium & 125/126

Join us for the exciting debut of young writers who have completed the 12-week Dream Scriber’s program. The young authors will be selling their books, and light snacks and beverages will be served

Let's Bead Together!

Saturday, July 22 | 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Santori Library - Hurrell Storytime Room

Come hang out and create your own beaded bracelets!

Chalk Art: Find Your Voice Through Art

Monday, July 24 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Santori Library – Parking Lot

We will give your family a sidewalk square & some chalk to create artwork to share

Crochet for Kids*

Thursday, July 27 | 4 - 5 p.m.

West Branch - Living Room

Learn and practice the basic techniques of crocheting. Materials will be provided.

The Art Box

Monday, July 31 | 3 - 4 p.m.

Santori Library - Hurrell Storytime Room

Join us for some interesting art & craft projects and show off your creativity

ADOLESCENTES

GRADOS 6-12

Button Making

Tuesday, June 6 | 2 - 3:30 p.m.

West Branch - Living Room

Friday, July 7 | 3 - 4 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Come design and make your own 1.25" or 3" buttons! All materials will be provided

DIY Pride Flags

Wednesday, June 7 | 7 - 8 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Thursday, June 8 | 4 - 5 p m

Santori Library - 224

Join us to make a Pride flag for yourself, a loved one, and/or just to show support! All materials will be provided

PROGRAMS FOR TEENS

CLUBS

West Branch Board Game Club

Monday, June 5 | 4 - 6 p.m.

Thursday, July 6 | 5 - 7 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Join us for our board game club! Come play the games we already have available or bring your favorite board game and teach others how to play!

Chess Club

Thursday, June 8 & July 13 | 6 - 7:30 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Monday, June 19 & July 17 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Drop in, learn, play, and have fun developing strategies!

Chess Club welcomes newbies, novices and chess masters! Walk-ins welcome. All ages.

West Branch Teen Anime Club

Monday, June 12 & July 11 | 4 - 6 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Hang out, talk about your favorites, watch Anime, read Manga, do crafts and draw your favorite characters Cosplay and walk-ins are welcome!

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Monday, June 26 & July 31 | 6 - 7:30 p.m.

All Library Locations & Virtual via Zoom

Teen Advisory Board is a group of teens that helps with special projects and planning programs We meet in person at every location and on Zoom Ps There will be pizza!

APLD at Alive Aurora

Friday, June 9 & July 14 | 3 - 5 p.m.

Alive Center Aurora - 78 S. LaSalle St.

We are partnering with the Alive Center to offer a special program or activity every month during their drop-in hours!

Message-in-a-Bottle Terrariums*

Tuesday, June 13 | 3 - 4 p m

Santori Library - 224

Join us to make a wonderful terrarium in a bottle! Customize it with little signs, storybook characters, and more!

Build a Fort with Boxes

Thursday, June 15 | 5 - 7 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Let's build an epic fort with boxes! The library will provide the boxes; you provide the creativity! All tools used will be handled by a librarian or under librarian supervision

Computer Basics: Microsoft Excel Basics*

Thursday, June 15 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Thursday, June 29 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Santori Library - 218

We will explore Microsoft Excel Basics for organizing data and creating budgets

State ID for Minors

Saturday, June 24 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Saturday, July 29 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Santori Library - 125/126

The Secretary of State will be issuing State IDs for children 17 and under at this event Visit the Events page on the library's website to see which documents you need to bring to get a State ID $5 fee per card

Test Your Metal: Metal Stamping Keychains

Thursday, June 22 | 5 - 7 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Grab a mallet and get ready to stamp some metal! All materials will be provided, and no prior experience is needed. Safety will be enforced when using the mallet

Plant Pot Painting

Friday, June 23 | 2 - 3:30 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Come decorate a home for your plant! Pots and art supplies will be provided

Tiny Painting**

Tuesday, June 27 | 2 - 3 p m

Eola Road Branch - Small Meeting Room

Are you great at painting and need a challenge? Come create a tiny painting and show off your artistic skills! Grades 3 - 12

PROGRAMS FOR TEENS

GRADES 6-12

ADOLESCENTES

GAMING

DIY Screen Printing Posters

Tuesday, June 27 | 3 - 5 p.m.

Santori Library - 224

Drop in to screen print a poster with your own custom design! ....Warning, this might get messy.

Rockets to the Rescue**

Wednesday, June 28 | 2:15 - 3 p m

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Learn how to build a paper rocket and launch it with a stomper through this fun, interactive workshop with the University of Illinois Extension! Weather permitting, this event will be held outside. Ages 12 - 14.

Geocaching at the Library!

July 1 - 31

All Library Locations

Geocaching is a family-friendly scavenger hunt where players use GPS coordinates and clues to find hidden treasure Come explore the library and find the caches!

VIDEO JUEGOS

Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes Tournament

Sunday, June 11 | 2 - 4 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Small Meeting Room

Put your communication skills to the test! Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes is a timed, puzzle-solving game for small teams Experience it in VR! Game is rated E10+ (everyone age 10+)

Drop-In VR

Monday, June 12 & July 10 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Santori Library - 224

Wednesday, June 28 & July 26 | 7 - 8 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Thursday, July 20 | 5 - 7 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Join us to play a variety of virtual reality (VR) games and apps, including Fruit Ninja, Somewhere, Beat Saber, and more! No prior experience is necessary

Try Virtual Reality!

Tuesday, June 13 | 4 - 5:30 p.m.

West Branch - Living Room

Join us to try out virtual reality (VR) games and apps! Whether you have used VR before or never stepped into virtual reality, all are welcome to come experience it!

APLD Plays Twitch

Monday, June 19 | 6 - 7 p m - Among Us VR

Monday, July 17 | 6 - 7 p.m. - PowerWash Simulator

Virtual - Twitch www.twitch.tv/apldplays

Tune in and watch us play video games on our Twitch channel!

We'll be playing a variety of gamesfrom our childhoods, that we've never played before, new releases, old favorites, and more!

RPG One Shot: Honey Heist *

Tuesday, June 20 | 3 - 5 p.m.

Santori Library - 224

It's HoneyCon 2023! You are going to undertake the greatest heist the world has ever seen and you are a BEAR Join us for this simple, one shot, role-playing game (RPG)!

Service Saturday for Teens: Paracord Lanyards

Saturday, July 1 | 1 - 3 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Saturday, July 8 | 3 - 4:30 p m

Santori Library - 224

Saturday, July 22 | 3 - 4:30 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Create paracord lanyards that will be sent out in care packages to American military service members! All materials will be provided and volunteer credit is available.

Pulled Chain Painting

Monday, July 3 | 4 - 6 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Come join us to try this fun way of painting and make your own masterpieces! All materials will be provided.

MarioKart Tournament

Friday, July 7 | 2 - 4:30 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Put the pedal to the metal and see if you've got what it takes to be the champion of this Mariokart tournament! We'll be playing on a Nintendo Switch.

RPG One Shot: Everyone Is John*

Wednesday, July 12 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Welcome to Everyone is John, the curiously unusual roleplaying game where each player struggles with their own unique skill sets and personal obsessions. The catch? Each player is a unique voice in one man's head

Computer Basics: Microsoft PowerPoint Basics*

Thursday, July 6 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Santori Library - 218

Thursday, July 20 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Get started with the basics of computing! This July, we will explore Microsoft PowerPoint Basics for creating engaging slideshow presentations

Firework Circuit Bracelets

Thursday, July 6 | 4 - 5 p.m.

Santori Library - 224

Join us to make light-up cuff bracelets! Sew a circuit with conductive thread, and once the bracelet snaps closed, the light comes on. No experience is needed, and all materials will be provided

Bollywood Dance & Musical Talent Show*

Thursday, July 13 | 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us and share your dance moves and musical talents- whether it is dancing solo, in a group, and/or playing an instrument!

Animal Beaks**

Tuesday, July 18 | 2:15 - 3 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Working in groups, youth will be given pictures of birds, sample beaks, and sources of food. Come see if you can match the type of bird to the type of beak! Ages 12 - 14

Record Painting for Teens*

Tuesday, July 18 | 4 - 5:30 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Join us as we re-purpose vinyl records into works of art.

Intro to Pop Art

Thursday, July 20 | 4 - 5:30 p.m.

Santori Library - 224

What is pop art?! Come find out and make some of your own colorful multi-media art! For some extra POP we will even be painting with bubble wrap

ADOLESCENTES

Join us for these world-class, interactive experiences that utilize innovative technology, promote messages of tolerance, and are hosted on the MMOT bus in the library's parking lots! Please register for one of two sessions: 2 p.m. or 3:15 p.m.

The Anne Frank Story *

Tuesday, July 25 | 2 - 2:45 p.m. & 3:15 - 4 p.m.

West Branch - Parking Lot

In this powerful workshop, stereotypes, racism, and prejudice are defined and discussed in an age-appropriate manner. Ages 10+.

The Power of Ordinary People Workshop*

Wednesday, July 26 | 2 - 2:45 p.m. & 3:15 - 4 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Parking Lot

Students will explore taking an active role in preventing hate and promoting tolerance in their communities Ages 13+

Civil Rights Workshop *

Thursday, July 27 | 2 - 2:45 p.m. & 3:15 - 4 p.m.

Santori Library - Parking Lot

This workshop explores civil rights in a historical and contemporary context Major topics of discussion include discrimination, racism, segregation, and nonviolent protest Ages 10+

Boost Your Study Skills with Brainfuse HelpNow*

Thursday, July 27 | 10 - 11 a.m.

Santori Library - 218

Learn about Brainfuse HelpNow, a powerful online study tool which gives students of all ages access to virtual tutoring, test prep, and essay advice - all for free with your library card!

PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

ELA Classes (Saturday Only-Summer 2023 Session)*

Saturdays | 9 a.m. - 1:20 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Small Meeting Room

Improve your skills in speaking and reading English through the College of DuPage's free 12-week long English Language Acquisition (ELA) program Opn enrollment until June 24

ELA Classes (Summer 2023 Session)*

Mondays & Wednesdays | 9 a.m. - 12:10 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Improve your skills in speaking and reading English through the College of DuPage's free 10-week long English Language Acquisition (ELA) program Open enrollment until June 12

English Conversation Group*

All Saturdays | 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Santori Library - 332 & Virtual via Zoom

Join English learners of all levels in conversation on Zoom!

English at the Library

All Thursdays | 7 - 8 p.m.

Santori Library - 244

Improve your English conversation skills in a weekly, relaxed environment!

BOOK DISCUSSIONS

DISCUSIONES DE LIBROS

Eola Road Book Discussion

Wednesday, June 7 & July 12 | 6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Small Meeting Room

June's selection: Juneteenth by Ralph Ellison.

July's selection: Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin

What We're Reading Wednesdays*

Wednesday, June 7 & July 5 | 8 - 9 p.m.

Virtual via Zoom & Facebook Live

Reading anything good lately? Join our Virtual Book Club via Zoom or Facebook Live! We'll take turns sharing the great books that we have been reading. Register for your Zoom meeting link!

Books n' Brew

Wednesday, June 14 & July 12 | 7 - 9 p.m.

McCarty Mills Taproom - 140 S. River Street, Suite 108

June's selection: Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke: And Other Misfortunes by Eric LaRocca

July's selection: Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card.

Griot African-American Book Discussion*

Tuesday, June 20 & July 18 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Eola Road Branch -

Small Meeting Room & Virtual via Zoom

June's selection: Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez

July's selection: The Personal Librarian by M. Benedict & V. C Murray

West Branch Nonfiction Book Discussion *

Tuesday, June 20 & July 18 | 6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room & Virtual via Zoom

June's selection: The Sisters of Mokama: The Pioneering Women Who Brought Hope and Healing to India by Jyoti Thottam.

July's selection: The Feather Thief: Beauty, Obsession, and the Natural History Heist of the Century by Kirk W Johnson

Breakfast Book Club

Wednesday, June 28 & July 26 | 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Eola Road Branch - Adult Quiet Reading Room

June's selection: Lost Roses by Martha Hall Kelly.

July's selection: The Lowland by Jhumpa Lahiri

Summer Reading Kick-Off Party!

Saturday, June 3 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Santori Library - Parking Lot

We're celebrating with music, bubbles, and more! Be among the first to start your Summer Reading Adventure, and be there when Jim Gill hits the stage at 11 a.m.!

PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

COMPUTER CLASSES

CLASES DE COMPUTACIÓN

Computer Basics: 5 Steps to Getting Started*

Thursday, June 8 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Santori Library - 218

Thursday, July 13 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Santori Library - 218

Get started with the basics of computing, the beginning of your digital literacy journey! If you don't know how to use a computer, we are ready to help get you started.

Computer Basics: Microsoft Excel Basics*

Thursday, June 15 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Thursday, June 29 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Santori Library - 218

Get started with the basics of computing! This June, we will explore Microsoft Excel Basics for organizing data and creating budgets

PCs for People Pop-Up Shop*

Friday, June 16 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Santori Library - Atrium

Need affordable internet and technology? The Affordable Connectivity Program helps low-income households pay for broadband service and internet-connected devices

Developing Skills for the Workplace: Using LinkedIn Learning*

Thursday, June 29 | 10 - 11 a.m.

Santori Library - 218

Learn how to take online courses at your own pace and link them to your LinkedIn profile for prospective employers.

Computer Basics: Microsoft PowerPoint Basics*

Thursday, July 6 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Santori Library - 218

Thursday, July 20 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Get started with the basics of computing! This July, we will explore Microsoft PowerPoint Basics for creating engaging slideshow presentations

Conquering Cluttered Inboxes*

Tuesday, July 18 | 3 - 4 p.m.

Santori Library - 218

Learn how to organize and sort your email inboxes to defeat the clutter!

Photoshop for Beginners*

Monday, July 24 | 7 - 8 p m

Santori Library - 218

Explore Adobe Photoshop learning basic tools and concepts This program will focus on tools, layers and masking

Hands-Only CPR Training*

Thursday, June 8 | 6 - 7 p.m.

ADULTOS

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

When minutes matter, you could save a life with hands-only (compression-only) CPR! Learn how in this program with certified trainer Bobby Dobroski

Lawyers in the Library

Thursday, June 8 & July 13 | 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Santori Library - 125/126

Have a legal question? Come for a free, 15 minute, walk-in consultation!

Chess Club

Thursday, June 8 & July 13 | 6 - 7:30 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room

Monday, June 19 & July 17 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Drop in, learn, play, and have fun developing strategies!

Chess Club welcomes newbies, novices and chess masters! Walk-ins welcome All ages

Aurora Business United

Friday, June 9 | 7:30 - 10 a.m.

Santori Library - 125/126 & Atrium

Aurora Business United (1000+ members) is likely the largest networking group in the western suburbs Business owners, employees, entrepreneurs, non-profits, arts, government & others are welcome.

Service Saturday for Adults: Fidget Toys for Alzheimer's Patients

Saturday, June 10 | 3 - 4 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Small Meeting Room

Are you an adult interested in volunteering your time? For Alzheimer's Awareness Month, we'll be making fidget toys to donate to patients in our community.

PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

GET CREATING! ¡PONTE A CREAR!

Design a Keychain with Pride*

Thursday, June 1 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Santori Library - Makerspace

ADULTOS

Come and design your own keychains using our sublimation printer and heat press Pre-made designs will be provided and limited time will be given to design yourself!

DIY Custom Recipe Towels*

Thursday, June 8 | 3 - 4 p.m.

Drag Makeup Demo*

Friday, June 16 | 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Virtual via Zoom

Join us for a live, instructional makeup demonstration with Drag Queen Jakki Love! Attendees will learn tips and tricks for modern drag makeup.

Fireworks Safety*

Saturday, June 17 at 2 - 3 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Planning some fun with firecrackers? Fire Inspector Anna Pace will share best practices and answer questions about enjoying fireworks safely

Intro to Aromatherapy Blending*

Saturday, June 17 | 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Enjoy the art and science of creating essential oil blends and explore the history, production, and safety of essential oils with certified aromatherapist Brittany Hogan Registration opens June 1.

Loose Ends Handcraft Group

Monday, June 19 & July 17 | 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Small Meeting Room

Calling all knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, needleworkers, and other fans of handcrafts! Join the Loose Ends Handcraft Group for crafting time & conversation

Braiding Sweetgrass: A Conversation with Robin Wall Kimmerer*

Wednesday, June 21 | 7 - 8 p.m.

Virtual via Zoom and YouTube

Join Robin Wall Kimmerer, the award-winning author of "Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants", for an inspiring talk about the interconnectedness of humans and nature and the importance of recognizing and respecting the gifts of the earth

Be an Informed Consumer with Consumer Reports Online*

Thursday, June 22 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Santori Library - 218

Explore the Consumer Reports Online database, which provides ratings, reviews, and advice for thousands of products and services - all for free when you use your library card

Santori Library - Makerspace

Join us to learn how to use sublimation printing on tea towels in order to create unique and personal keepsakes. Please bring your favorite family recipe as a pdf or word file

Decorate a Waterbottle with Pride*

Thursday, June 15 | 7 - 8 p.m.

Santori Library - Makerspace

Use your creativity to decorate a water bottle with vinyl stickers Pre-cut stickers will be provided with more cut during class!

Create a Paper Lotus Lantern*

Tuesday, June 20 | 3 - 4 p.m.

Santori Library - Makerspace

Learn how to make a gorgeous paper lantern that can be lit up with a tea light!

The Makerspace for Business Owners*

Friday, June 23 | 2 - 3 p.m.

Santori Library - Makerspace

Create a product prototype, design eye-catching marketing materials, and more! Learn how the machines and technology available in APLD's Makerspace can be maximized by small business owners.

DIY Rainbow Faux Stained Glass*

Saturday, June 24 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Santori Library - Makerspace

Learn how to use the laser cutter to create faux stained glass using acrylic.

Cutting Machine Craft: Make Your Own Decals!*

Monday, June 26 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Small Meeting Room

Are you curious about craft cutting machines like the Cricut or Silhouette? Join us to design and print your own sticker decals! No prior experience needed.

Needle Felting for Beginners *

Tuesday, June 27 | 2 - 3 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Create a cute, little, felted turtle! Join Natasha Lehrer Lewis, of Esther's Place, to sculpt a 3 inch felted turtle. It even includes an ocean wave made of silk and real shells! Registration opens June 1

PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

A-Town Poetics*

Tuesday, June 27 & July 25 | 6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

West Branch - Meeting Room & Virtual via Zoom

A-Town Poetics is open to writers of all ages, including anyone who has never written poetry and thinks he/she/they can't

Geocaching at the Library!

July 1 - 31

All Library Locations

Geocaching is a family-friendly scavenger hunt where players use GPS coordinates and clues to find hidden treasure. Come explore the library and find the caches!

Creative Paper Crafting: Greeting Cards*

Thursday, July 6 | 1 - 3 p m

West Branch - Meeting Room

Join us to make two greeting cards for a birthday, thinking of you, or just to say hello!

Service Saturday for Adults: Self-Care Kits

Saturday, July 8 | 3 - 4 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Small Meeting Room

Are you an adult interested in volunteering your time? To celebrate International Self-Care Day, we'll be creating selfcare kits to donate to our community

Sakura Tales: Stories From Japan

Sunday, July 9 | 2 - 3 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Adult Quiet Reading Room

Japanese stories sparkle with magic, laughter, and wisdom Join professional storyteller Anne Shimojima to meet a cast of colorful characters from Japanese folklore! Appropriate for ages 10+.

Genealogy Walk-In Assistance

Monday, July 10 | 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Santori Library - Local History Room

Wednesday, July 12 | 1 - 3 p.m.

West Branch - Living Room

Need help with your family tree?

Ask our expert volunteers, Maxine and Diane Liesinger, whose many combined years of experience can help you with your family history questions!

Beginning Macramé: DIY Plant Hangers*

Monday, July 10 | 6 - 8 p.m.

Eola Road Branch - Large Meeting Room

Join us to learn Macramé, a form of textile produced using knotting, rather than weaving or knitting techniques All materials will be provided Registration opens June 1

DIY Flamingos*

Monday, July 10 | 7 - 8 p.m.

Santori Library - Makerspace

Learn how to create a few DIY flamingos to decorate and help appreciate the summer

Immigration Legal Consultations*

Tuesday, July 18 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Santori Library - 225 & 226

Have legal questions about citizenship or immigration? Sign up for a free 30-minute slot with a Board of Immigration Appeals accredited staff attorney representing World Relief.

Write a Perfect Resume with Brainfuse JobNow*

Thursday, July 27 | 6 - 7 p.m.

Santori Library - 218

Learn how to use Brainfuse JobNow to write a resume and prepare for job interviews. You can even get live help from a resume expert - all for free with your library card!