Ghost Family Portraits

Tue, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hoffman Children's Area

Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play

Books & Banter - We Begin at the End

Tue, Sep 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hoffman Children's Area

Following Storytime, join us for a freeform craft or activity during play group time, and connect with other parents and caregivers!

Wed, Sep 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Every 2nd Wednesday, join a friendly neighborhood book group fostering thoughtful discussion, lead by a community member. September: We Begin at the End, Chris Whitaker

Rebel Marketplace - Farmers Market

Wed, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Every 2nd Wednesday June - September, Join APL and Rebel Marketplace for an after-hours community farmers market, featuring local vendors and activities!

Quick Pickling Workshop - Rebel Marketplace

Wed, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

HOF Makerspace Patron 1

Learn how to make a quick pickle brine to add a little extra spice and crunch to your veggies! This program is open to the first 15 attendees who arrive. Another session will begin at 7pm.

Teen Hang - Pokémon Card Swap

Fri, Sep 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Every 2nd Friday hang out, eat snacks, have fun! September: Come swap cards and battle your friends! No cards? No problem. Packs will be provided for trainers just getting started.

Loteria

Sat, Sep 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by playing the traditional Mexican card game, Loteria! Prizes will be available for winners of each round

LGBTQ+ Book Club - Juliet Takes a Breath by Gabby Rivera

Sat, Sep 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

HOF Makerspace Patron 1

Read and discuss queer stories in a variety of genres! September's book: Juliet Takes a Breath by Gabby Rivera.

Learn to Sew

Mon, Sep 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Every Second Monday, Are you interested in learning how to use a sewing machine? Join a group class, learn the basics of using a sewing machine and work on a small project to practice.

This event is full

Tue, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hoffman Children's Area

Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play

Poetry Breakfast - Hispanic Heritage

Tue, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hoffman Children's Area

Following Storytime, join us for a freeform craft or activity during play group time, and connect with other parents and caregivers!

Wed, Sep 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Join Aurora’s poet Laureate Ahja Fox and local guest poets for a light breakfast and guided conversation about Hispanic voices in poetry.

Renters' Rights (Bilingüe) - Rental Basics

Thu, Sep 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Join a representative from CED Law for a remote access class about rental standards and best practices to get your deposit back! Participants must register to receive a link.

Silver Screenings - Pan's Labyrinth (R)

Fri, Sep 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

An afterhours movie club featuring classics (new & old), foreign films, and those off the beaten path. Featuring free popcorn! En Espanol with English subtitles.

Auror-chitecture Walking Tour - Del Mar Parkway Neighborhood

Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Take a walk through a historic neighborhoods and learn about local architecture from a mid-century expert and a historic preservation specialist!

Yarn 'n Yap

Sat, Sep 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm

HOF Makerspace Patron 1

Bring your yarn projects for a cozy yap session! An introduction to knitting is available in the first hour for beginners, as well as knitting needles and yarn for practicing during the program.

Auror-chitecture - Landmarking Aurora

Sat, Sep 20, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Hoffman Heights Quiet Computer Lab

Want to preserve the unique architecture in Aurora? Join a historic preservationist from the Aurora History Museum to learn about the process and benefits!

Tue, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hoffman Children's Area

Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play

Lineage Societies - What, Why and How - Aurora Genealogical Society

Tue, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hoffman Children's Area

Following Storytime, join us for a freeform craft or activity during play group time, and connect with other parents and caregivers!

Tue, Sep 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Presented by Sandy Carter-Duff, Experienced Genealogist, learn about lineage societies are and why it is important to join one. Zoom attendance available.

Register

Teen Taste Test - Funky Cheese

Fri, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

HOF Makerspace Patron 1

Get fancy and try these funky cheeses from around the world!

Saturday Morning Puzzle Club

Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Enjoy a quiet Saturday morning with tea and puzzles! Guests can work collaboratively or individually.

Block of the Month

Mon, Sep 29, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Interested in quilting? Join us every last Monday of the month to create a quilt block!

Tue, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hoffman Children's Area

Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play

Book of the Month Club - at the ACAA

Tue, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hoffman Children's Area

Following Storytime, join us for a freeform craft or activity during play group time, and connect with other parents and caregivers!

Tue, Sep 30, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Try out a new book! Every month, the ACAA will have a featured Book of the Month. Join us for tea and snacks to tell us what you think! Sept: "The First Ladies" by M. Benedict, V.C. Murray

Computer Basics

Wed, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hoffman Heights Quiet Computer Lab

Learn the basics of computer use and navigation or improve your skills!

PJ Movie Night - Monster House

Fri, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Join a family-friendly movie night featuring "Monster House” (2006, PG). Free popcorn and coco! PJs welcome but not required.

Saturday Storytime - at Hoffman Library

Sat, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hoffman Children's Area

Every first Saturday, join us for a classic storytime, featuring songs, interactive books, and fun themed activities!

Tue, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hoffman Children's Area

Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play

Books & Banter - Go As a River

Tue, Oct 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hoffman Children's Area

Following Storytime, join us for a freeform craft or activity during play group time, and connect with other parents and caregivers!

Wed, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Every 2nd Wednesday, join a friendly neighborhood book group fostering thoughtful discussion, lead by a community member. October: Go As a River, Shelley Read

Woven Spiderweb Wreaths

Sat, Oct 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm

HOF Makerspace Patron 1

Weave a beautiful spiderweb into seasonal wall decor! Ages 13+

This event is full

LGBTQ+ Book Club - Feast While You Can by Mikaella Clements and Onjuli Datta

Sat, Oct 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

HOF Makerspace Patron 1

Read and discuss queer stories in a variety of genres! October's book: She is a Haunting by Trang Thanh Tran.

Learn to Sew

Mon, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Every Second Monday, Are you interested in learning how to use a sewing machine? Join a group class, learn the basics of using a sewing machine and work on a small project to practice.

This event is full

Tue, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hoffman Children's Area

Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play

Silver Screenings - Psycho (R), con subtítulos en español

Tue, Oct 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hoffman Children's Area

Following Storytime, join us for a freeform craft or activity during play group time, and connect with other parents and caregivers!

Thu, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

An afterhours movie club featuring classics (new & old), foreign films, and those off the beaten path. Featuring free popcorn!

Día de los Muertos Craft Party

Sat, Oct 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Join us and Amigos de Mexico in celebration of Día de los Muertos with festive crafts and games!

Yarn 'n Yap

Sat, Oct 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm

HOF Makerspace Patron 1

Bring your yarn projects for a cozy yap session! An introduction to knitting is available in the first hour for beginners, as well as knitting needles and yarn for practicing during the program.

Tue, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hoffman Children's Area

Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play

Saturday Morning Puzzle Club

Tue, Oct 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hoffman Children's Area

Following Storytime, join us for a freeform craft or activity during play group time, and connect with other parents and caregivers!

Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

HOF Makerspace Patron 1

Every 4th Saturday, enjoy a quiet morning with tea and puzzles! Guests can work collaboratively or individually.

Beginner's Acrylic Painting

Sat, Oct 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

HOF Makerspace Patron 1

Every Last Saturday, Follow step-by-step instructions and create a beautiful landscape. Ages 13+

This event is full

Block of the Month

Mon, Oct 27, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Interested in quilting? Join us every last Monday of the month to create a quilt block!

Registration opens Saturday, September 27 2025 at 3:00pm

Tue, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hoffman Children's Area

Weekly Storytime for ages 0-8, followed by Learn & Play

Book of the Month Club - at the ACAA

Tue, Oct 28, 11:00am - 11:30am

Hoffman Children's Area

Following Storytime, join us for a freeform craft or activity during play group time, and connect with other parents and caregivers!

Tue, Oct 28, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Try out a new book! Every month, the ACAA will have a featured Book of the Month. Read the book and join us for tea and snacks to tell us what you think! Oct: The Island of Missing Trees, Elif Shafak

Published Genealogies - Aurora Genealogical Society

Tue, Oct 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Presented by David Fryxell, Author, Editor and Experienced Genealogist, learn how to access thousands of published genealogies. Zoom attendance available.

Register

Ghost Family Portraits

Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Even ghosts can't escape the horror of family photos -- enjoy making yours with a seasonal family-friendly craft and snack!

Fri, Oct 31, 10:00am - 11:00am

Can you escape the haunted library? Use your wits and teamwork to find the librarian's secret and escape the clutches of her ghost! But beware! You only have 1 hour before she comes for your soul...

Fri, Oct 31, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Can you escape the haunted library? Use your wits and teamwork to find the librarian's secret and escape the clutches of her ghost! But beware! You only have 1 hour before she comes for your soul...

Fri, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Can you escape the haunted library? Use your wits and teamwork to find the librarian's secret and escape the clutches of her ghost! But beware! You only have 1 hour before she comes for your soul...