Genealogy Open Hours

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

Wed, Oct 29, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

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...

Escape Room - The Haunting of Hoffman Heights (Day 2)

Fri, Oct 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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...

Sat, Nov 01, 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...

Escape Room - The Haunting of Hoffman Heights (Day 2)

Sat, Nov 01, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Sat, Nov 01, 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...

Escape Room - The Haunting of Hoffman Heights (Day 2)

Sat, Nov 01, 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...

Escape Room - The Haunting of Hoffman Heights (Day 2)

Sat, Nov 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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...

Tue, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

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

Tue, Nov 04, 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!

PJ Movie Night - Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron

Wed, Nov 05, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Rescheduled

Computer Basics

Wed, Nov 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

New date Wednesday, November 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Computer Basics

Wed, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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

This event is full

Candle Making

Thu, Nov 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

HOF Makerspace Patron 1

Create some light and warmth by making your own candles!

Fri, Nov 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Join a family-friendly movie night featuring "Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron” (2002, G). Free popcorn and coco! PJs welcome but not required.

Saturday Storytime - at Hoffman Library

Sat, Nov 08, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Sat, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

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

LGBTQ+ Book Club - The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline

Sat, Nov 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hoffman Heights Makerspace

Read and discuss queer stories in a variety of genres! November's book: The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline.

Learn to Sew

Mon, Nov 10, 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

Books & Banter - A Fever in the Heartland

Wed, Nov 12, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Wed, Nov 12, 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. Nov: Fever in the Heartland, Timothy Egan

Poetry Breakfast - Indigenous Heritage

Wed, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Hoffman Heights Makerspace

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

Switch Free Play

Wed, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Enjoy 2 hours of unstructured gaming on the Nintendo Switch! You may bring your own Switch or use one of the library’s. Snacks and some games provided. Games must be rated E or T.

Cancelled

Autumn Embroidery Circle

Thu, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Enjoy light refreshments while learning a seasonal embroidery pattern. Suitable for all levels, ages 12+.

Arts and Snacks - Apple Turkeys

Fri, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hoffman Heights Makerspace

Learn how to make a tasty piece of art! This month: Apple Turkeys!

Sat, Nov 15, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Yarn 'n Yap

Sat, Nov 15, 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, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

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

Tue, Nov 18, 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!

Crafty Club

Tue, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Hang out after school and make new crafts! Open to kids 6-11. This month: Leaf Chalk Art and Popsicle Stick Sleds

Zine Making - with Stellan Knowles

Wed, Nov 19, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Wed, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hoffman Heights Makerspace

Join local author Stellan Knowles, contributor to the Trans Anthology Project, and celebrate Trans Awareness Week by making zines – a community builder and creative outlet!

Job Training - With the Spring Institute

Wed, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

In partnership with the Spring Institute, join an expert to learn all the tips and tricks to land your next job!

Teen Taste Test - Thanksgiving Sodas

Fri, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

HOF Makerspace Patron 1

Why roast a whole turkey when you can have a Thanksgiving feast in liquid form? Try pumpkin-pie, corn on the cob, bacon, and more as sodas!

Silver Screenings - Roma (R, 2018), en español

Fri, Nov 21, 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. This month, Mexico’s first oscar-winning foreign-language film, featuring English subtitles!

Saturday Morning Puzzle Club

Sat, Nov 22, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Sat, Nov 22, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hoffman Heights Makerspace

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

Tucked in 'Til Spring

Sat, Nov 22, 10:00am - 11:00am

*Note: This program is held at Morrison Nature Center, 16002 E Smith Rd.* Join us for a hibernation-themed storytime, with activities afterwards!

Block of the Month

Mon, Nov 24, 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, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

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

Book of the Month Club - at the ACAA

Tue, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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! November: The Other Princess, Denny S Bryce

Crafty Club

Tue, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Hang out after school and make new crafts! Open to kids 6-11. This month: Leaf Chalk Art and Popsicle Stick Sleds

Beginner's Acrylic Painting

Sat, Nov 29, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Sat, Nov 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

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

This event is full

Tue, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

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

Opening Up the U.S. Bureau of Land Management - Aurora Genealogical Society

Tue, Dec 02, 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, Dec 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Presented by Carol Darrow, Professional Genealogist, learn how to explore land patents, surveys, and tract books. Virtual attendance only.

Register

Bee the Vibe: Harm Reduction

Wed, Dec 03, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Wed, Dec 03, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Hoffman Heights Lower-Level Community Room

Join us for a presentation about harm reduction! Afterwards, have a chance to talk to the educators and get free harm reduction supplies/resources, including Narcan. Presentation starts at 2 p.m.

Saturday Storytime - at Hoffman Library

Sat, Dec 06, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Sat, Dec 06, 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, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

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

Tue, Dec 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, Dec 10, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

LGBTQ+ Book Club - Make the Season Bright by Ashley Herring Blake

Sat, Dec 13, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

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

Hoffman Heights Makerspace

Read and discuss queer stories in a variety of genres! December's book: Make the Season Bright by Ashley Herring Blake.

Wed, Dec 17, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!

Sat, Dec 20, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Trying to learn more about your family history? Visit the Aurora Genealogical Society during their open hours to ask questions and get advice!