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Making plans? Check out what's going on at the Independence Public Library and what's Happening Around Town; or create your own fun with Famous Birthdays and Other Holidays and Events.

Remember, September is Library Card Sign-Up Month. So, if you haven't already, stop in and get a library card. All you need is a photo ID and proof of address (like a piece of mail).

Friday, September 18th, 2015

National Cheeseburger Day - Get some fresh air, and grill-out. Don't forget the cheese!
Read An eBook Day - Use your library card to checkout an eBook from BRIDGES!

Saturday, September 19th, 2015

Farmer's Market 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Wapsipinicon Mill - Fresh produce and handmade products grown and created in our area

Sunday, September 20th, 2015

National Keep Kids Creative Week September 20th to September 26th - Encourage kids of all ages to draw, color, write, paint or create in fantastic fashion all week long. (Try an Arts & Crafts Kit at the IPL)

Monday,  September 21st, 2015

Stephen King's Birthday - This fantastic horror author will turn 68 today. Celebrate by checking out one of his many novels at the IPL.

Tuesday,  September 22nd, 2015

Book Discussion 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM in the IPL's Community Room – The IPL’s Book Club will meet to discuss the month’s book selection. This Month’s Selection is the reader’s choice.

Wednesday,  September 23rd, 2015

Fall Equinox - This is the day the sun will pass directly above the equator, making the day and night almost equal in time.

Thursday,  September 24th, 2015

Rhyme Time 9:30 AM to 9:50 AM in the IPL's Community Room - A lap-sit program to learn early literacy skills for babies and parents or caregivers.

Story Time 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM in the IPL's Community Room - Stories and fun for children ages 2 to 5.
CREATE: Canvas Painting 6:30 PM in the IPL's Community Room - Join Jessica Ott for some artistic fun.  Registration is currently full, there is still room on the waiting list.

Friday,  September 25th, 2015

Vegan Baking Day - Find some great vegan recipes in one of the IPL's many cookbooks.

Saturday,  September 26th, 2015

Farmer's Market 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Wapsipinicon Mill - Fresh produce and handmade products grown and created in our area.

Friends of The Library Book Sale 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM in the IPL's Community Room - Find your favorite reads at a great price, and support the IPL at the same time.

Arts Under The Oaks 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM in front of the Lee Mansion - A showing of a variety of artist working in many different mediums, including many local artists.

Sunday,  September 27th, 2015

Friends of The Library Book Sale 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM in the IPL's Community Room - Find your favorite reads at a great price, and support the IPL at the same time. ($5 Bag Sale on Sunday)