local history library – Aurora Public Library District

Dreaming of a White Christmas?

Posted on November 17, 2023 by Olivia

As Clark Griswold once said, “We’re gonna have the hap- hap- happiest Christmas since Bing Crosby tap-danced with Danny Kaye!” Well, close enough. Watch everyone’s favorite Christmas movie, White Christmas, this holiday season at the Depot! We will be starting our showing at the Old Aurora Train Depot on December 14th at 5:30 pm. Dress in your favorite ugly sweater or comfiest Christmas jammies for the occasion if you’d like. Light holiday treats will be provided. This program is open to all ages and all members of the family, from great-grandparents to newborns!
We can’t wait to see you there!

Discover Dickens with Us

Posted on November 17, 2023 by Olivia

Join Between the Lines Book Club leader Ron Nicholson as he shares “The Secrets & Surprises in A Christmas Carol,” discussing the story’s origins and background, how it impacted how we celebrate Christmas today, and share some “insider” information. For example, did you know Tiny Tim’s name was originally planned to be Little Dick, that Dickens’ first idea for the book was to include “Ignorance” and “Want” as symbols against the so-called Poor Laws, or that Scrooge’s name came from a misreading of a tombstone in Scotland? Meet us at the Local History Library in the Old Aurora Train Depot on Second Street for a lively talk at 6:30 pm. We look forward to seeing you there!

The Perfect Holiday Place Card

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Olivia

Spice up your dining table at the next family gathering with these pumpkin pie placecards that look good enough to eat!

The paper may not be palatable, but you can fill them up with nuts, mints, or another tasty treat.

This program will be offered at the Local History Library @ the Depot on November 9th at 4 and 6 pm and at the Dillsboro Public Library on November 14th at 4 pm.

Space is limited to 8 participants at each session, so please register for this program by visiting any branch of the Aurora Public Library District during business hours to speak to a librarian or give us a call at 812-926-0646. To register, you must be age 18 or older.

CLOSED for Thanksgiving

Posted on October 31, 2023 by Olivia

All library branches will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday Thursday, November 23rd and Friday, November 24th.

During this time, all materials you wish to return must be placed in the drop boxes on front of the Aurora Public Library on the lower level or on the front of the Dillsboro Public Library building. All library books returned during our closed period will be checked into the library according to the date we were last open, Wednesday, November 22nd.

If you would like to renew any items, you may do so by renewing them on our website by logging in with your library card and pin, or calling the library for a renewal on Wednesday, November 22nd or Saturday, November 25th during business hours. As a courtesy reminder, the library district no longer charges late fees.

If you have any questions about this closure, please call the library at 812-926-0646 or visit one of our branches during business hours.

Have a safe holiday!

Felting at the Library

Posted on October 18, 2023 by Olivia

We Witch You a Happy Halloween! Join us to learn the art of needle felting and create spooky decorations for miniature witch hats, perfect for the spooky season!

Space is limited, so throw your name in the cauldron by stopping by the library or giving us a call at 812-926-0646 and a friendly library witch will draw participants 2 weeks before the program and notify everyone by phone.

This program is FREE, but registration is REQUIRED. The program is open to anyone 18 years of age or older.

We’ll start felting at the Dillsboro Public Library on October 25th at 4:30 pm and at the Old Train Depot in Aurora on October 24th at 4 pm and 6 pm.

We can’t wait to see what spooky hats you create!

Computers 101 for Seniors Meets in October

Posted on October 16, 2023 by Olivia

Do computers have you stumped? Not to fear, the library is here! Come learn the basics of computer use with Olivia at the Local History Library at the Depot on October 25^th @ 4:30 pm.

This is a judgment-free program where all levels of computer skills are welcome. We will be switching our format over to one-on-one assistance with your computer needs.

Register for your 30 minute one-on-one session with Olivia today by calling 812-926-0646. We look forward to seeing you there!

Between the Lines Reads The Fifth Child

Posted on October 16, 2023 by Olivia

If you like to read a variety of books, and if you like to discuss the books you read, check out one of the Aurora Public Library District’s adult book groups, Between the Lines!

There will be afternoon groups that meet at the Aurora Public Library on October 26 @ 1:00 pm and the Dillsboro Public Library on October 27 @ 1:00 pm. There will also be an evening meeting at the Local History Library on October 31 @ 6:30 pm. We will be discussing The Fifth Child by Doris Lessing.

In the unfettered atmosphere of the late 1960s, a couple builds a life based on their belief in the superior value of tradition and normalcy. A large house, a large family, all the expected pleasantries convince them they can remain untouched by dark events–until the birth of their fifth child, a gruesome, insatiably hungry, violent child.

This FREE program does require registration. If you would like to register, please speak to a librarian at the Aurora or Dillsboro Public Library to pick up a book and reserve your spot today.

As a reminder, this will be the last Between the Lines meeting of 2023. The club will start meeting again in January of 2024.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Discuss Spooky Haunted Hoosier History!

Posted on October 9, 2023 by Olivia

Is Indiana haunted? You bet a field full of corn it is!

Come listen to podcasters Mary Ellen Quigley and Rebecca Wilhelm discuss Indiana’s spookiest myths and legends and their new book, Haunted Dearborn County, Indiana. Light refreshments will be provided.

This FREE program requires no registration and is open to all ages.

Mary Ellen and Rebecca will be visiting the Old Aurora Train Depot on October 21st at 1 pm.

Want to know more? Visit the Local History Library at the Depot anytime during their business hours and ask about the best ghost stories in the area!

We can’t wait to see you there!

I Smell… CHILDREN!

Posted on September 20, 2023 by Olivia

Oh no… you lit the black candle! You know what that means! The Sanderson Sisters are coming to the Aurora Train Depot!

It’s just a bunch of Hocus Pocus! Join us at the Local History Library at the Depot for a showing of Hocus Pocus, a family film that follows a villainous comedic trio of witches who are inadvertently resurrected by a teenage boy in Salem, Massachusetts on Halloween night.

FREE snacks and drinks will be provided. Anyone ages 13-19 are welcome to attend!

We’ll watch the Sanderson Sisters return on Thursday, October 12^th at 6 pm at the Local History Library at the Depot. Wear your spookiest attire if you feel so obligated!

Ancient Aurora at the Depot!

Posted on September 1, 2023 by Olivia

Discover your hometown through the lens of a world before humankind with the Archaeological Research Institute! Bring the whole family to learn about the stories the river valley’s land can tell us and the mysteries that hide in the land that surrounds us. Then, put your thinking caps on and participate in some archaeological investigations to solve the mysteries of Ancient Aurora and what roamed the land before us!

This program will take place at the Local History Library @ The Depot on September 13th at 3:30 pm. Families of all ages are welcome to attend, though most subject matter and activities will be aimed at elementary-age children. Have any questions? Please call 812-926-4363 or visit the library to speak to a librarian.

Check out these books from the library to prepare for your ancient investigation!

Aurora Public Library District

Locations

Aurora Main Branch

Dilsboro Branch

Local History Library @ The Depot

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