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Creating Possibilities, Changing Lives Open Access Card Holders may also access the library during the following hours, in addition to our regular hours.
Open Access Hours - M - F, 5:35 PM - 10:00 PM, Sat and Sun, 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM. Call (620) 331-3030 for curbside pickup or to arrange homebound delivery.
06/17/2026
Happy Birthday to one of our amazing volunteers! In honor of Gary’s 90th Birthday, we are celebrating with cookies! Stop by the 2nd floor to grab a cookie and sign his card!
06/16/2026
July calendar for summer reading
We encourage RSVP for most events - not including Storytime or Jurassic Park on the lawn.
Please email [email protected] to save your spot
06/15/2026
Can You Spot a Scam?
Scammers are becoming more convincing, but learning what to watch for can help protect you and your loved ones.
Independence Public Library now offers a free online scam awareness training resource for older adults, caregivers, families, and community members.
The training helps users recognize common scam tactics through practical examples and interactive activities. You can use it anytime from a phone, tablet, or computer.
Start here:
scam-awareness.iplks.org
A free community resource from Independence Public Library.
06/11/2026
06/05/2026
When you head out to Miss Abel’s Summer Blast Off tomorrow be sure to check out this months new story walk at Kiddy Land! Thank you to author Kim Po***ck McGrath for allowing us to use her book “A Fable about Miss Able!”
06/04/2026
🛡️ Scam Awareness for Our Community
Scam tactics continue to evolve, making it increasingly important to recognize suspicious calls, emails, text messages, and online activity.
To help our community stay informed, Independence Public Library is offering a free online Scam Awareness Training course.
In about one hour, you'll learn:
✅ Common warning signs of scams
✅ Phone impersonation scams
✅ Email and text message scams
✅ Romance and money scams
✅ What to do if you suspect a scam
✅ Where to find help and report fraud
The course includes interactive learning activities and a quiz to help reinforce what you've learned.
This free course was created by a member of our Independence community and made available through Independence Public Library.
Whether you're looking to refresh your knowledge, help a family member, or simply stay up to date on the latest scam tactics, this course offers practical information for everyone.
Start the course here:
👉 https://senior-scam-safe.base44.app
Have you noticed any scam trends making the rounds lately? Share them in the comments to help keep our community informed.
Kansas seniors may be eligible for a program that provides benefits to purchase locally grown, fresh, unprocessed fruits, vegetables, cut herbs and honey at farmers markets in selected counties throughout the state.
The Kansas Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (KSFMNP) is providing seniors who meet age and income requirements with $50 to purchase fresh fruits, vegetables, cut herbs and honey from authorized farmers at local participating farmers markets, June 1 through Nov. 1, 2026.
To be eligible to receive KSFMNP coupons, the following criteria must be met:
1. Age: A senior must be 60 years old or older, or at least 55 years old and a member of an Indian Tribal Organization, on the day the benefits are issued.
2. Income level: A senior’s annual gross household income (before taxes are withheld) must be at or below 185% of the federal poverty level. For example, a household of one must have an annual gross income at or below $29,526 or a monthly gross income at or below $2,461.
Applications for the Kansas Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program will be available starting on 5/26/26 at the Independence Public Library. Seniors may apply on-site from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday.
Funds are limited and benefits will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information about the Kansas Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, call Brandon West at the Independence Public Library at 620.331.3030.
Eating more fruits and vegetables can lower the risk of health problems like heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers, as well as manage existing health conditions.
The Senior Farmers’ Market Program is a project of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). The program is coordinated by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), which is collaborating with local partners to identify and distribute coupons to eligible seniors.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
05/22/2026
Want to beat the line tonight? Sign-up for the summer reading program before coming out to tonight's activities starting at 7:30 PM (5/22/26). Just a reminder, the outdoor movie portion of the event has been postponed due to muddy grounds. We will reschedule the movie for June, sorry for any inconvenience.
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220 E Maple Street
Independence, KS
67301
Opening Hours
| Monday | 10am - 5:30pm |
| Tuesday | 10am - 5:30pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 5:30pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 5:30pm |
| Friday | 10am - 5:30pm |