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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.
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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.
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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 Saturday, April 4 - Open 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday, April 6 - Open 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
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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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New York Times Best Sellers List A weekly list of bestsellers, sorted by format and genre.
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Independence Public Library 805 1st St East Independence, Iowa 50644 319-334-2470
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