by Lisa Sherman, Director
Monday & Wednesday 9-6, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9-5, Saturday 9-12
www.stuartlibrary.org – 515-523-2152
The 2025 Library Foundation Auction was another successful fundraiser. We extend our sincere appreciation to our auctioneer, Joe Bair, for his professionalism and fun-loving spirit. The funds raised will support the purchase of books and materials for the library. Please mark your calendar for next year’s auction on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
Cribbage Tuesdays and Fridays 10:00 a.m. – noon.
Chair Yoga Mondays and Wednesdays 10:00 a.m.
Toddler Time Thursdays 10:00 a.m.
Early-Out Kids’ B.I.N.G.O. Monday, November 24th 3:00 p.m.
PALS Meeting Monday, November 24th 5:30 p.m.
The Library will close Thursday, November 27th for Thanksgiving and reopen Monday, December 1st
Book Club Monday, December 1st 5:00 p.m.
Holiday Card Crafting Wednesday, December 3rd 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
NEW BOOKS
The Book of Kells: An Illustrated Introduction to the Manuscript in Trinity College Dublin by Bernard Meehan. The Book of Kells, dating from about 800, is a brilliantly decorated manuscript of the four Gospels. This new official guide, by the former Keeper of Manuscripts at Trinity College Library, Dublin, provides fascinating insights in to the Book of Kells, revealing the astounding detail and richness of one of the greatest works of medieval art. The illustrations in the guide include reproductions of complete pages, and details that allow one to marvel at the intricacy of the decoration. The Book of Kells is explored through its historical background; its structure; its decorative elements, including the richness of its symbols and themes; the scribes and artists who worked on the manuscript; and the tools and pigments used in its creation.
A Family Matter by Claire Lynch. A Family Matter is a heartbreaking and hopeful exploration of love and loss, intimacy and injustice, custody and care, and whether it is possible to heal from the wounds of the past in the changed world of today.