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Comic book characters you wouldn't expect are LGBTQ+

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:50:00 GMT

Libraries are an epicenter of communities and create a safe space for everyone. Within Aurora Public Library, there are a variety of materials that represent communities throughout the world. Readers connect with those communities and may learn about them through the materials they consume. Here are some awesome comic book characters to check out that you may not have known were part of the LGBTQ+ community, and the volumes you may find them featured in at Aurora Public Libraries.

Top Things to Do to Avoid the "Summer Slump"

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:24:00 GMT

During the summer season, it’s easy to feel tired, bored and less motivated than usual. Luckily, there are plenty of things you can do to pick yourself out of this slump to stay curious and entertained all summer long!

Free ways to enjoy the summer through Aurora Public Library

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:47:00 GMT

The summer kicks off the search for finding fun and exciting things to do until the cold air comes back to send us inside again. Although there are obvious places to start, such as zoos, camps and sports, there is one place that could offer an escape, for free. That place is the library.

Music at the Movies provides free, family friendly entertainment at select city of Aurora parks

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:38:00 GMT

Music at the Movies combines concerts and movies into one event at three city of Aurora Parks starting Wednesday, June 24. A half-hour of entertainment by a local artist will begin at 5 p.m., followed by a featured film at 6 p.m.

City of Aurora in search of its next Poet Laureate

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:44:00 GMT

The city of Aurora is searching for its next Honorary Poet Laureate, a four-year term beginning in August 2026 and continuing through August 2030.

Hoffman Heights Library to host second annual farmers market this summer

Wed, 20 May 2026 20:20:00 GMT

Aurora Public Library has partnered with the mission-driven organization Rebel Marketplace to bring a farmers market to Hoffman Heights Library, 1298 Peoria St., through August. First market to take place May 27.

Unearth A Story during Summer of Imagination

Thu, 07 May 2026 22:14:00 GMT

Aurora Public Library’s Summer of Imagination, the reading and activities program designed to address learning gaps during the summer, returns this year with the theme “Unearth a Story.” Starting Tuesday, May 26, participants in the summer reading program can register to receive a free book, while supplies last. Participation in all Summer of Imagination activities is free.

Find Your Joy during National Library Week

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:58:00 GMT

National Library Week is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together, spark imagination and support lifelong learning. Find your joy during National Library Week April 19 to 25.