Huntsville-Madison County Library Foundation

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What a night at the South Huntsville Public Library!

We had an incredible time welcoming bestselling author Ruta Sepetys to celebrate her new novel, A Fortune of Sand, and wow, did our community show up! More than 110 attendees joined us for an engaging evening of conversation. Thank you, Ruta, for stopping by the HMCPL while on your book tour!

A huge thank you to Library Foundation board member Jillian Miles Massey for doing such a wonderful job in conversation with Ruta. They talked about a wide range of topics, including the extensive research that goes into writing historical fiction and why Ruta is drawn to writing about underrepresented histories and people, bringing difficult moments in history to life in a compelling way.

Summer Reading at HMCPL has begun! 📚

This year’s theme, “Unearth a Story,” invites readers of all ages to uncover hidden histories, explore the past, and dig into a good book. Throughout the summer, library staff have designed programs that are both educational and fun for the whole family while also helping combat the “summer slide.”

Check out this story from WAFF 48 News featuring HMCPL Outreach Manager Jessica Lister sharing more about the program and why summer reading matters!

You can find all Summer Reading details and events at: https://hmcpl.org/summer

The Library Foundation is proud to support Summer Reading, and we are grateful to Alabama Pediatric Dental Associates & Orthodontics for their sponsorship of this year’s program!

https://www.waff.com/2026/05/25/students-face-summer-slide-school-lets-out/

Students face ‘summer slide’ as school lets out Students around the county are out of school for the summer, but education officials warn that a lack of learning during the break can lead to the “summer slide.”

Join us for the Library Foundation’s 40th annual Vive le Livre on September 16, 2026!

We are thrilled to welcome bestselling author Mitch Albom as our keynote speaker for an unforgettable evening of books, community, and celebration in support of the Huntsville Madison County Public Library.

Proceeds benefit library programming, books and materials, digital services, and other vital resources that strengthen our community.

Sponsorships are available now! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this signature event: https://hmcpl.org/foundation/vive

Individual tickets will go on sale August 1st, but availability may be limited if sponsorships sell out first. So gather your book club, spouse, friends, family, or coworkers, and make plans to secure your sponsorship soon!

We are grateful for the continued partnership of our Presenting Sponsor, Redstone Federal Credit Union, and our Reception Sponsor, the James Cecil & Margaret G. Ashburn Foundation.