Library items may be delivered to patrons who reside in nursing homes or assisted living facilities, or to those who are confined to their homes because of a medical condition that prevents them from coming to the library.
Librarians can enroll patrons for Talking Books and Audio-Readers for the visually impaired. Forms may be picked up at the library.
For more information about either program, contact Nancy Kishpaugh, (620) 331-3030 or nancy@iplks.org.
A book and activity club for people with disabilities and their friends or caregivers. Members meet each Thursday afternoon for good books, good conversation, and good fun.
Little Green Men is a Science Fiction discussion group that meets every second Thursday, at 6:00 PM to discuss the latest SciFi reads and more. All are welcome to attend.
Do you knit or crochet or do other handwork? It’s lots more fun when you’re doing it with friends. Learn a new stitch, watch a video or get help with a problem or just visit a while. We make purple hats for babies as part of the Purple Hats for Babies/Shaken Baby Syndrome program. We’ve also make red hats for babies as part of the Little Hats Big Hearts program. Bring a friend to Sheep on a Stick. Cookies welcome!
Join the Independence Public Library each month for an evening just for ladies. It’s Sex in the City, meets Crafts in the Stacks. Enjoy good company, great food, and fabulous crafts. This class will teach you how to create marketable crafts while indulging in conversation, appetizers, and wine. This evening is designed to be fun, creative, and carefree. Sign-up is required for this event, and a fee of $5 to cover the cost of materials. Sign-up by calling the library at 620.331.3030 or email brandon@iplks.org.
Library items may be delivered to patrons who reside in nursing homes or assisted living facilities, or to those who are confined to their homes because of a medical condition that prevents them from coming to the library.
Librarians can enroll patrons for Talking Books and Audio-Readers for the visually impaired. Forms may be picked up at the library.
For more information about either program, contact Nancy Kishpaugh, (620) 331-3030 or nancy@iplks.org.
Current members and prospective members are invited to attend our twice monthly toastmasters meetings on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at noon.
Toastmasters International is a non-profit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., the organization’s membership exceeds 357,000 in more than 16,600 clubs in 143 countries. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators, and leaders.
There is a membership fee if you would like to join, for more information call the library at 620-331-3030
The board meeting is open to the public. Come join us!
A book and activity club for people with disabilities and their friends or caregivers. Members meet each Thursday afternoon for good books, good conversation, and good fun.
Join the Montgomery County for Human Dignity, and Kansas Legal Services to learn about expungement.
