Summer fun at the Palmer Center in June

INDEPENDENCE, Mo. – The Palmer Center at 218A N. Pleasant St. in Independence, MO is operated by the City of Independence and is dedicated to the mission of improving the overall health of adults 60+. June's highlighted programs include:

School’s Out Celebration & Summer Reading Challenge

Tuesday, 6/3/2025 at 12:15 p.m. 
We might not be in school, but that doesn't mean we can't get excited about Summer Break! Take your final trivia exam, enjoy some snacks, and sign up for our summer reading challenge! The person who reads the most pages will win a prize.

Let’s Talk About: Water as a Resource

Friday, 6/6/2025 at 10:30 a.m. 
Water is a very important and valuable resource that we often take for granted. Come to learn about how the environment plays a role in water collection, and how we can affect the health of the water as it cycles through our environment.

New Theatre – Clue

Wednesday, 7/9/2025 Time: 10:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Enjoy a lunch buffet followed by the comedy-mystery, Clue. Deadline to pre-register: 6/9/2025 Price: $69

Book Swap

Friday, 6/13/2025 at 12:15 p.m. 
Prepare to swap a gently used or new copy of your favorite book (or books!) for your new favorite read.

Games!

Tuesday, 6/17/2025 at 12:15 p.m. 
Join us and a partner to participate in a fun game this afternoon!

The Palmer Center will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025, for Juneteenth

First Day of Summer Beach Party

Friday, 6/20/2025 at 10:30 a.m. 
It's summertime and it's time to celebrate! Find yourself in Palmer Center's Dining room beach party complete with sandcastles, games, and refreshments!

Wonders of Wildlife

Wednesday, 7/23/2025 Time: 8:00 a.m. – 7:45 p.m. 
Begin with an included lunch at Hemingway’s inside Springfield’s Bass Pro Shop with your choice of fish and chips or pork tenderloin and fries, with soft drink. Then journey through the Wonders of Wildlife Aquarium with over 1.5 miles of trails, 35,000 live fish, mammals, amphibians, and birds. Stop at Osceola Cheese during the return trip to Independence. Deadline to pre-register: 6/23/2025 Price: $14

YaYa’s Alpaca Farm

Wednesday, 6/25/2025 Time: 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Learn about Alpacas, their fiber, and how the fiber is used for making products, while also having the opportunity to pet, feed, and take pictures with these animals. Lunch at Reynold’s Café is included with your choice of grilled chicken or chopped sirloin, served with mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, Texas toast, dessert, and a beverage.

Juneteenth Reflections

Thursday, 6/26/2025 at 12:15 p.m. 
Take some time to learn more about Juneteenth and reflect on how folks celebrate.

Low Vision Resources 
If you experience problems with low vision, plan a visit to utilize or perhaps borrow some of our equipment: a variety of magnifiers, check writing guides, and 20/20 pens. Make an appointment to see if we can help meet your needs. A Merlin—a full color auto focus video magnifier system is available for use in the library. Co-sponsored with MO Rehab Services for the Blind. Information on the Wolfner Library and KU’s Audio Reader program are also available

Wellness Check Phone Calls 
Staff members or volunteers make regular phone calls to seniors in the community to check in and stay in touch. If you would like to be added to the phone call list and receive calls, contact the Palmer Center at 816-325-6200.

RideKC Freedom 
Older adult transportation and ADA paratransit is available for qualified individuals. It is curb-to-curb transportation that operates Monday-Saturday within the city limits of Independence. Please call RideKC to request an application—816-461-IBUS (4287).

United Way 211 
United Way 211 is a free referral line that connects people with the community resources and assistance programs they need. The 211-phone line is answered 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. For assistance, visit 211kc.org or dial 211.

Please note events will be held at the Palmer Center located at 218A N. Pleasant Street in Independence, Mo., unless otherwise indicated. Call (816) 325-6200 for registration or further information.