Games'n'Goodies!

Stop in at the Independence Public Library for some fun and a little adult conversation at Games'n'Goodies! This is an adult program that's held in the Community Room from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM every first and third Tuesday of the month. There's no cost to attend, and no need to register.
(This program was previously known as Cards'n'Convo.)

HERO BINGO BLACKOUT!

The Summer Reading Program is finishing up, so be sure to turn in your logs to enter for Bowl Prizes and Grand Prizes, and to pick up your weekly prizes before the deadline on July 31st.

Because on August 1st we'll start HERO BINGO BLACKOUT! During the whole month of August you can pick up a Bingo Card (for Children, Teens, and Adults) at the Independence Public Library and check-off the entire card for a chance to win a book. Remember to turn in your Bingo Card by August 31st.

TIPLINE: Fingerprints

The Independence Public Library's Interesting Nuggets of Exploration: Fingerprints

On this day 157 years ago, Sir William James Herschel used fingerprinting as a form of identification for the very first time. It would be a few more years before fingerprinting would be used as a forensic measure to discover the perpetrator of a crime, but on July 28th, 1858 Herschel used a full palm print to identify contract signers. Further study by Herschel and others eventually proved that fingerprints were not only permanent throughout a person's life time, but also unique to each person. Even identical twins each have their own unique set of fingerprints.
Celebrate this scientific discovery at the IPL by exploring the many materials available for checkout, and searching EBSCOhost. You can get the login information to use EBSCOhost at home from the library.

Zen Doodle Day!

Join the Independence Public Library for another Zen Doodle Day! This Saturday (August 1st) you can stop in at the IPL from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (in the Community Room) to relax and draw. Zen Doodle Day is free and open to the public. There's no need to register, and all supplies will be provided; simply come and enjoy!

Happy Birthday Jan Berestain!

Jan Berenstain's birthday is today (July 26th) and she would have been 92 this year. She is best known for the children's books she wrote with her husband (Stan Berenstain) and later her son (Mike Berenstain).

 

The popular Berenstain Bears Books have been a favorite among kids for almost four generations. The first in the series, The Big Honey Hunt, was written and illustrated by Jan and Stan Berenstain in 1962. The husband and wife duo continued to publish nearly 300 books together in the Berenstain Bears series until Stan's passing in 2005. Jan Berenstain then continued the series with the help of her son Mike Berenstain until her passing in 2012. Mike Berenstain now continues the beloved children's series his parents started, with new releases each year.
Celebrate Jan Berenstain's birthday by reading one of her great stories. The IPL has many available to enjoy. What's your favorite Berenstain Bear book?

The Last Day to Claim Prizes Is Almost Here!

Today is the last day to count reading days in your Reading Log! Be sure to claim your prizes and ice cream. July 31, 2015 is the last day to claim your prizes, and enter for the Grand Prize! The Grand Prize Winners will be announced on August 3, 2015. Good luck to all our readers!

IPL Book Discussion!

Join the Independence Public Library on July 27th, 2015 at 6:30 PM for the next Book Club Book Discussion. July's Book Club selection is Still Alice by Lisa Genova. There are still copies available for checkout if you would like to get started before the discussion.

Next month's Book Club book will be Running With Scissors by Augusten Burroughs, you can pick up a copy at the IPL on July 28th.

Flutterby Bits

Flying Monkeys, Magic and more!

Summer superhero activities continue at the library.  Our reading programs are filled with something for every one. 

Dan Wardell”s “Reading Road Trip” brought plenty of excitement and energy.  He told great stories, even one that had flying monkeys! I get pretty excited at catching flying monkeys!    Dan reminded us that eating right, exercise, and reading are healthy habits that we are to practice everyday.  We had a "Dantastic" time.

Some of the highlights from Children’s programs include , “Super ME to the Rescue”. This event focused on being yourself and using you own unique talents to be the best "you" possible.

Music by Mr. S & The Sandbox Band offered kids opportunities to touch, hear, and see a wide variety of musical instruments.

The” Super Hero Respect” program encouraged the use of imagination and reading.  

Magician Rick Brammer’s magic show inspired us to pick up a book and learn his secrets.  He had some great balloons to share too.

Rhyme Time and Story time continue on Thursday mornings.  These are always great fun.  Rhyme time is at 9:30 am for the 0-2 year olds and Story time follows at 10 am for the 2-5 year olds.  As you see below, SuperHeroes often share these mornings with me. 

This is a wonderful summer to join in the fun at the library.

  

I hope to see you soon

Vonnie

 “Furry Friends”, an exotic petting zoo is coming to the library on July 22^nd @ 9:30 and 12:30.  Mark your calendars! 

Spy Night @ The IPL

Teens and Tweens in grades 5-12 can sign up now for the Independence Public Library's Spy Night. Participants will learn spy skills and make gadgets for their spy adventures. Spy Night is on June 24th, 2015 and begins at 5:00 PM. This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. If you have any questions or would like to register, stop in at the library or give us a call at 334-2470.

Be Your Own Hero!

The Independence Public Library is hosting two Self Defense Classes taught by Tim Main. Both sessions are free and open to the public, but space is limited, so be sure to register. Teens and Adults can register for either the July 23rd session or the July 30th session. Both classes start at 6:30 PM, and space is still available. To register, stop in at the IPL or give us a call at 334-2470.

Kari's Corner

        

              On Sunday July 5^th the library was closed for the holiday weekend, but you could find all of the staff that day volunteering at the Mill for the Chamber’s Breakfast at the Mill.  Library staff was easy to locate all in our matching black shirts with library logos on them.  Breakfast was served from 8:00am -12:00pm and consisted of pancakes, eggs, sausage and fruit.  We had a great turnout and at times the cooks had a hard time keeping up with pancakes and sausage.  They were cooking as fast as they could and people were very patient about waiting just a minute or two for fresh food.  

                One of the many items discussed in our monthly staff development meetings (every second Wednesday of the month the library closes early at 5:00 for staff development) is how can the library become more involved in the community.  We have been analyzing our Vision:  “To be an essential component, providing relevant services and engaging people community-wide.”  You may notice some new things coming up at the library as we start putting our action planning to use.

The group decided one good way to become involved in the community would be volunteering at different events in the community.  Where would you next like to see library staff and library board members volunteer at?  Give us suggestions in the comments.  We were thinking of something this Fall.