Tween/Teen Create Day At The IPL!

The Tween/Teen Create Day is coming! Young crafters can come to the Independence Public Library from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on July 1st, 2015 to work or projects they bring with them or create something using the materials provided. This program is free and open to the public, and there is no need to register. Simply come and create.

Pysanky Egg Decorating is Back!

Ukrainian Egg Decorating is back at the IPL! Register now for another round of Pysanky Eggs. This program is free and open to the public, but space is limited. Class will begin at 6:30 PM on June 8th, 2015. All supplies will be provided, simply register, and come ready to create.

TIPLINE: International Pillow Fight Day

The Independence Public Library's Interesting Nuggets of Exploration: International Pillow Fight Day

Today is International Pillow Fight Day. And if you can't make it to one of the large public pillow fights scattered around the world today, you can always have your own mini celebration at home, in between spring cleaning (click links for pillow care tips).
When you're all done with flying pillows, you might want to think about replacing them. A store bought pillow is fine, but getting creative is so much more fun! And the IPL has a large selection of crafting books, some dedicated to pillows and the like. (Try this, this, and this) If you don't need new pillows, you can always get creative somewhere else in your home with sewing, crochet, knitting, woodworking, or anything else crafty. The library is a great place to learn a new hobby, or pick up tips for a favored pastime. Stop in and explore, then tells us about your projects in the comments.

Santa's Workshop for Teens!

Wish there was a place for teens to make gifts for friends and family. Well, wish no more.Teens in grades 6-12 can come to the IPL on December 18th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM for Santa's Workshop for Teens. It's free for all teens, and there's no need to register. Just come ready to create.

Make'n'Take With Santa at The IPL

Join the Independence Public Library for a Make'n'Take with Santa on December 13th. From 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM.

Children of all ages will be able to meet Santa (who will be handing out treats) and create winter crafts and decorations with the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach to take home with them. Parents are welcome and encouraged to stay and join in on the fun. This program is free and open to the public, and there is no registration required.

Make'n'Take At The IPL!

The Fall Make'n'Take is coming this Saturday. Children of all ages are welcome to make a craft and take it home with them to show off to all their friends and family. Parents are encouraged to stay for the fun. There is no registration or cost for this program. The Make'n'Take will run from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM, on October 25th, at the IPL. See you there!