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Children
Story Time
Thursday, April 2, 10:00 am
 
Story time is an introduction to the magic of books and reading. Have fun at the Independence Public Library with rhymes, stories, and movements while developing early literacy skills.  
 
Teens
Dungeons & Dragons for Tweens/Teens* 
Sunday, March 29, 1:00, 2:30, and 4:00 pm
 
This fantastical role-playing game is centered on storytelling in worlds of swords and sorcery. Teens ages 12-18 work together solving puzzles and combatting monsters while exploring a dark dungeon, a ruined castle, or a lava-filled cavern without ever leaving the library! Snacks provided. *Registration is required. Call the library at 319-334-2470 or email iplprograms@independenceia.gov for more information on joining this campaign.
Fun for the whole family
Peeps Diorama Contest
Monday, April 6 – Monday, April 13
 
The Independence Public Library is hosting a Peeps Diorama Contest for all ages!
Create a book-, movie-, or (new this year!) TV show-themed diorama and bring it to the library during library hours Monday, April 6 through Thursday, April 9 for display. The public will then vote for their favorite from Friday, April 10 through Monday, April 13 (and to keep voting fair and focused on creativity, participants are asked to keep their dioramas anonymous). Winners will be notified the week of April 13. Interested participants can find all the contest guidelines at the library and on the website at https://independenceia.gov/632/Peeps-Diorama-Contest-2026. For more information, email iplprograms@independenceia.gov or call the library at 319-334-2470.

 
 
 
 
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Upcoming Library Closings for Easter 
 
Friday, April 3 - Closed
Saturday, April 4 - Open 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday, April 5 - Closed
Monday, April 6 - Open 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Library Closing Early for Staff Development 
Wednesday, April 8, 5:00 pm
 
The Independence Public Library will close at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, April 8. We will return to normal hours of 10:00 am – 8:00 pm on Thursday, April 9. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Independence Public Library
805 1st St East
Independence, Iowa 50644
319-334-2470
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