Independence Public Library

20/07/2026

As our Summer Program Morning Session comes to an end, we are excited to continue with our Interactive Reading Sessions!

📚 Beginning tomorrow, our Interactive Reading Sessions will be held:
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Parents, we look forward to welcoming your children tomorrow morning for another fun and engaging reading experience. Thank you for your continued support, and we'll see you soon!

20/07/2026

As we officially wrapped up our two-week Summer Program on Friday, we would like to extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who helped make it a success.
A heartfelt thank you to the Customs Department for generously donating juices for our participants, and to Holy Redeemer Credit Union for providing snacks for the children throughout the program.
We also extend our appreciation to the Southern Environmental Association and the Community Health Workers from the Independence Polyclinic for taking the time to visit and share valuable knowledge with our children. Your contributions helped make this program both fun and educational.
To all our supporters, volunteers, parents, and participants, thank you for helping us create a memorable experience for the children. Your kindness and support are truly appreciated, and we look forward to seeing everyone again at future programs!

15/07/2026

13/07/2026

🌱 Independence Public Library Summer Camp 2026 – Week 1 Highlights 🌱
What an exciting and educational start to this year's Summer Camp! Our 2026 theme, "Plant Di Seed Mek Wi Read," encourages children to develop a love for reading while fostering an appreciation for nature and environmental stewardship.
Day 1: We were honored to welcome our special guest, Mr. Jamal Galves from the Clear Water Marine Aquarium Research Institute. Mr. Galves delivered an engaging presentation on the importance of protecting Belize's manatees and highlighted the role we all play in protecting our environment through the proper disposal of garbage.
Day 2: Campers learned the fundamentals of gardening, including soil preparation, the different types of soil, and common garden insects and pests. They then worked together to clean and prepare our garden beds for planting.
Day 3: Although the rainy weather prevented us from planting, the children enjoyed a creative nature-inspired arts and crafts activity, using leaves and other natural materials to create beautiful artwork.
Day 4: The children participated in an exciting insect scavenger hunt, where they worked in teams to locate and identify a list of insects found around the library grounds. They also planted cilantro, sweet peppers, and basil, putting into practice the gardening skills they had learned earlier in the week.
Day 5: We concluded the week with a fun art session, where campers expressed their creativity by painting plants and trees inspired by everything they had learned throughout the week.
Week 1 was filled with discovery, teamwork, creativity, and hands-on learning. We extend our sincere thanks to Mr. Jamal Galves, our volunteers, parents, and all of our enthusiastic campers for making the first week such a tremendous success. We can't wait to see what Week 2 has in store as we continue to "Plant Di Seed Mek Wi Read!" 🌿📚

30/06/2026

📚 Registration is now open for our Summer Interactive Reading Program! 🌞
Spaces are filling up fast, so don't wait to secure your child's spot.
For registration and more information, please contact us at 503-2257.

30/06/2026

📚 Registration for our Summer Camp is now officially closed!
Parents have been registering their children even before we had the chance to post our flyer, and we have now reached full capacity. We sincerely thank everyone for the overwhelming interest and support.
We are still accepting registrations for our Reading Intervention Program. To register your child, please call us at 503-2257, send us a direct message here, or reach out to any of our librarians.
We look forward to helping more children strengthen their reading skills this summer!

14/06/2026

📚 PUBLIC NOTICE – FREE Basic Introduction to Paralegal Studies Seminar
The Independence Public Library is inviting applications for a FREE Basic Introduction to Paralegal Studies Seminar.
Limited Enrollment: 10 Students
• 5 Female Students
• 5 Male Students
This seminar is strictly limited to serious, motivated, and dedicated individuals who wish to pursue a career in paralegal studies or other related legal professions.
📅 Seminar Schedule (In Person – Independence)
June 29th: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
July 6th: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
July 20th: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
August 10th: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Topics to Be Covered:
Role of Paralegals in a Law Firm
Sources of Law
Legal Terminologies & Definitions
Legal Research & Writing
Techniques of Litigation
Rules of Civil Procedure
Civil Litigation Proceedings
Criminal Law
Criminal Prosecution Process
Administrative Law
Seminar Provider: Francis Mandewah
Qualifications: Master of Public Administration (MPA), American International College, Springfield, Massachusetts (1991)

Certificate of Advanced Paralegal Studies (CAPS), Our Lady of the Elms Catholic College, Chicopee, Massachusetts (1993)

Please Note: This is an in-person, face-to-face seminar designed to encourage direct interaction, discussion, and role-playing scenarios. Participants are asked to bring a pen and notebook as they begin their journey into the world of legal research, legal writing, and the preparation of memoranda of law.
Interested applicants are encouraged to register as soon as possible, as spaces are limited.

📍 For registration and further details, please contact the Independence Public Library at 5032257

01/05/2026

On Saturday, April 25th at 6:00 pm, we proudly hosted our Movie Night for autistic children and their families. It was a beautiful evening filled with joy, laughter, and togetherness. Food and drinks were generously donated by the Customs and Excise Department – Big Creek Branch, while toys were kindly provided by the Independence Village Council.
The children had the opportunity to enjoy a fun and relaxing outing—watching a movie, playing, and even swinging under our beautiful pergola, graciously donated by Blue Nutrients. Most importantly, the evening was all about celebrating these amazing children and giving them a space to feel happy, included, and appreciated.

01/05/2026

Once again, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Mr. Coburn and the team at the Customs and Excise Department – Big Creek Branch, Belize Electricity Limited, MNM’s Hardware, HRCU, Nazarene Pre-School, Church of Christ Primary School, Independence Primary School, Mrs. Ken and the students of Independence High School, the Independence Southern Formation Police Department, our Chairman Mr. Garbutt and the Independence Village Council, the Ministry of Health and Wellness, our guest speaker, Mrs. Keisha Westby, and the District Center team, as well as all parents and bystanders who joined us.
Your support made this another remarkable and impactful event in raising awareness for autism. We are truly grateful and deeply appreciative of everyone who contributed to making this event a success.
Thank you all for your continued support.

28/04/2026

Join us this Thursday April 30th