• 'Hidden Pictures' by Jason Rekulak
• 'The Grey Wolf' by Louise Penny (Inspector Gamache series)
• 'In Too Deep' by Lee Child and Andrew Child (Jack Reacher series)

• 'The December Market' by RaeAnne Thayne
• 'Every Time I Go On Vacation Someone Dies' by Catherine Mack
• 'The Wood At Midwinter' by Susanna Clarke

Fans of poetry will enjoy this collection that delves into themes of loss, yearning, and how time passes ever so quickly spanning a career of over 60 years. A few of my favorite poems from this collection are: 'Hesitations Outside the Door,' 'Three Praises,' and 'He Shifts from East to West' but you can't go wrong with this entire collection with a 4.26 Goodreads rating.

"The hookworm, in the eye of

the universe, which is the unsteady gaze

of eternity maybe, is beloved. How could it not be,

living so blessed, in its ordained red meadows

of blood where it waves like a seaweed?

Praise be, it sings with its dracula mouth.

Prase be."-from Margaret Atwood's 'Three Praises'

Happy reading, friends! ~Heather

I recently read 'The Only Survivors' by Megan Miranda and it was a big miss for me. This book had a lot of potential with its large cast of characters to have more but it wasn't giving it. The book stayed very surface level, and I almost didn't finish it but what kept me intrigued was the then and now. Nine students survived a horrific accident in high school, and they made a pact to see each other every year for a reunion. Cassidy Bent was the main character and narrator but throughout the story we heard from the other survivors. I stuck it out to hear their side of the story of the accident, but again I thought it would give more, and I ended up disappointed. The climax hit with 30-50 pages left of the book, but nothing shocking that had me at the edge of my seat. I would be open to trying a different book written by Miranda but for me this book was just "meh" because of it's incredibly slow burn.

~Kellie

"Into the Uncut Grass" by Trevor Noah:

This beautifully illustrated book by Trevor Noah brings out the playfulness we sometimes forget as adults. It is an easy and quick read with a friendly reminder to make time to be curious and open to others’ perspectives in life. Read along as this young boy and his bear Walter discover the importance of connection and compromise on their adventure Into the Uncut Grass.

I found this to be the perfect “book-break” to read between my regular selections of murder and mystery.

~ Lisa

All right, all of you readers out there, I've got something special this time! I just discovered a brand-new book, the first in a series, and I think you're going to love it. It is the perfect time of year for this story, but I'd like it any time.

In the beginning, we find a short back-story about Cabin 23, just creepy enough to send a shiver up your spine. Then, the story begins: Elaina is about ten years old and has been sent to summer camp. During the first two hours, she has decided that she hates the food, her bunkmate, and every tree and camp counselor. So far, not a happy start to her two weeks at camp.

While pouting in her cabin, Elaina hears a knock at the door but when she goes to the door, nobody is there! A strange fog suddenly starts to push her along, down a path...

And now, you must read this creepy book to see what happens! I love it, and also the second book, "The Night of the Living Head." Both books are available at the Vinton Public Library and on Libby. Enjoy!

~Connie

The Friends of the Vinton Public Library is raising funds to purchase new mobile shelving for our children's library! The shelving will give space for more books and will allow us to make room for even more kids during our programs! Stop into our Reading Room and check out our poster tracking the progress of the fundraiser. So far they've raised $5,000 toward their goal!! The Friends of the Vinton Public Library are a 501(c)3 organization operating under the Vinton Community Foundation. Payments can be sent to the library, with checks payable to Friends of the Vinton Public Library. #librarylife

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

Join us for a special Fireside Read-Aloud Series in the Vinton Public Library Reading Room:

• Tuesday, November 26th at 6pm, "The Thanksgiving Visitor" by Truman Capote
• Tuesday, December 10th at 6pm, "A Christmas Memory" by Truman Capote, Part I
• Tuesday, December 17th at 6pm, "A Christmas Memory" by Truman Capote, Part II

Cookies and Hot Chocolate will be provided.

Celebrate Halloween week by trying your luck in our Escape Room! Call us @ 319-472-4208 to book your time slot! #librarylife #librarylovers #escaperoom

Need a book suggestion? Check out these "Read-Alikes!"

#librarylife #librarylovers #readalikes

This team braved last night's storm and made it out of our escape room!! Congratulations!!

The winner of our latest THIS or THAT challenge is: REAL MAYO!!! The community has spoken! Stay tuned for our next challenge! #thisorthatgame #librarylife

Another group escaped!! Congratulations team!!

Check out our latest THIS or THAT Challenge!!! Stop in and vote or comment below! #thisorthat #librarylife #librarylovers

For our patrons looking for recommendations, tell us what's been your favorite book in 2024? #librarylife

This group worked hard as a team and had a blast in the escape room. We still have availability for you to sign up. Call us at 319-472-4208!

We recently added a 'Guess How Many' jar in the Children's Library and we had our first winner! There were 236 Legos in a jar and this friend guessed 232! Next Monday we will have a new guessing jar. Stop in and take a guess.

We love Expressive Arts day with Ms. Jenna! There were lots of laughs when we had to act out a prompt and hold the pose. And the day is never complete without a fun craft! You can join us for Expressive Arts again on November 22nd.

Just one week left to make your reservation for our escape room! It's fun for all ages! #librarylife

This friend is halfway there. Keep up the good work! #1000booksbeforekindergarten

More Escape Room Fun!!

Have you entered our Beanstack Reading Challenges for Adults? Log 10 hours of reading each month for the chance to win! 4 gift baskets will be given away, and they each contain one of our gorgeous library mugs. Happy Reading!

Did you know the library has policies on patron conduct and safety? Visit www.vinton.lib.ia.us for more information.

The fireplace going at the library has us thinking of cozy holiday reads! Check out these titles and have a great weekend! #librarylife #librarylovers #cozyvibes

Did you know the library has policies on patron conduct and safety? Visit www.vinton.lib.ia.us for more information.

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