Earlier in the year, Kelly asked what book has been on my TBR list but haven't read it yet. Well, you are probably like me and have LOTS of books on your list, but 'My Sister's Keeper' by Jodi Picoult, was one that has been on my list for a while. I decided that I was not in a rush to read it, so I added it to my Libby cart and waited for my turn. You know it's a good book if there is a long list and you recently received it after waiting for months.

"My Sister's Keeper examines what it means to be a good parent, a good sister, a good person. Is it morally correct to do whatever it takes to save a child's life, even if that means infringing upon the rights of another? Is it worth trying to discover who you really are if that quest makes you like yourself less? Should you follow your own heart or let others lead you? Once again, in My Sister's Keeper, Jodi Picoult tackles a controversial real-life subject with grace, wisdom, and sensitivity."-Goodreads

I recently finished the hilarious debut novel 'Husbands' by British author and game designer Holly Gramazio. In this story, Lauren wakes up after a late night out with her best friend and is shocked to find a man in her home; what's most surprising is that the man claims to be her husband, but she has never met him before. Is he a con artist? Does she have amnesia? He goes up a ladder into their attic, only to be replaced by an altogether different strange man who says he is her husband. This repeats in a completely unbelievable yet charming and witty narrative about dating, free will, friendships and love. Check it out if you're a fan of light and romantic comedy!

Happy reading!

Kelly

To encourage a sense of community and creativity, our library is holding a community quilt project. The blocks will be assembled into a finished quilt that will be auctioned off in the Spring/Summer of 2025. The proceeds from the auction will benefit future programming at the Vinton Public Library. We hope the project appeals to beginning quilters, experienced quilters, and everyone in between. Thank you for supporting our library!

• Submit a 9 1/2" X 9 1/2" unfinished quilt block
• Fabric available at the library
• Email library@vintonia.gov with any questions
• Team of quilters helping with the project

Let's get creative and have some fun this holiday season with a Gingerbread House contest!!
*Contest open to readers of all ages
*Entries will be accepted December 9th-20th, 2024
*Please include a display baseplate with your entry
*1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners will be announced Friday, December 20th, 2024 at 3pm

Stop by the library book sale and browse through our selection of adult titles. Books are sold on a first come, first served basis; all proceeds benefit future library programming. The sale is located in our board room on the lower level. Hard copy books are $1.00, paperbacks are $0.50.

Just in case you need another reason to be thankful 💕

We love our volunteers! Yesterday Mieke stopped by the library and spent the afternoon making greeting cards with kids; we have a fun project in mind for these cards...stay tuned for more details! And thank you, Mieke, for sharing your time and artistic talents with children in our library!

Looking for a good book to read during the holidays? Check out this list of top Adult Fiction titles checked out from our library between July 1st, 2024 and November 19th, 2024. Happy reading!

The Friends of the Vinton Public Library spread lots of joy and holiday cheer last night in Vinton's Annual Holiday Lighted Parade! We are so grateful to this group of volunteers for helping support our mission here at the library!! For information on how to join, email vintonia.friendsofthelibrary@gmail.com today!

Here is a list of the top adult nonfiction books checked out from our library over the past few months; happy reading!

Virginia stopped into the library this morning to share some recommendations! Check out this list for your next book! #librarylife

We have a wide selection of Young Adult titles here at our library; here is a list of the top YA authors checked out over the past few months! Happy reading!

Looking for a fun stocking stuffer? Our library is planning to party like movie stars at our 2nd Annual Red Carpet party on Sunday, March 2nd at 5pm! One lucky guest will win a 2-hour limo ride for 8 adults prior to the party! Stop into the library to purchase your $10 raffle ticket today! All proceeds benefit the 2025 Children's Summer Reading Program.

Mondays: 9a-5p

Tuesdays: 9a-8p

Wednesdays: 9a-5p

Thursdays: 9a-8p

Fridays: 7a-4p

Saturdays: 9a-Noon

Sundays: Closed

Copy services: $0.20 per black and white, $0.25 per color

Fax services: $1.00 for 1-2 pages, $2.00 for 3+ pages

Notary services: No charge, call 319-472-4208 for availability

Free Wifi

Boardroom available at no charge; reservations required

Email: library@vintonia.gov
Website: vinton.lib.ia.us
Location: 510 2nd Avenue, Vinton, IA, USA
Phone: (319) 472-4208
Facebook: facebook.com/heartofvinton