Library News and Events

Give to your community through the library

2009-11-25T10:04:00.007-05:00

Giving to the Fauquier County Public Library is a wonderful way to benefit people in your community, and your donation continues to benefit for years to come.

The library provides free access to books and other materials, as well as online resources, to everyone equally, and your gift enriches someone's life with each check-out or inhouse use.

Monetary gifts, bequests, and memorial or honorary contributions are always welcome at the library, but these are only a few of the ways you can remember the library as you check off your gift list this season.

If you would like to donate new books to the library, an easy way to do so is through the library’s Amazon Wish List for children and adults. Place your order today for the library to receive its gifts from you by Christmas.

Another great way to support the library, and it costs you nothing, is to start your Amazon.com shopping by to Amazon's Wowbrary. Amazon will donate a percentage of your purchases to the library and they won’t charge you anything extra. This is a simple and fun way to support the library, and you can do this year-round, not just during the holidays.

Plan first, then celebrate the holidays stress free

2009-11-24T11:25:00.009-05:00

The holidays can be a stressful time, but a visit to the library can help you manage it. Not only is the library a great place to locate numerous resources for planning and managing this busy time, but it is a wonderful oasis for enjoying some of the simpler joys of the season.

First, organize your time. Fauquier County Public Library has holiday books, music CDs, cook books and guides for entertaining and decorating that will help you plan the season’s gift-giving, decorating, cooking, and music. If you are traveling, a stop at the library to check out books on tape or CD prior to leaving will make your road trip or airport waits more enjoyable. See this list of Family Listening favorites.

The library is also offering a service that could take the worry out of some of your holiday shopping. Staff members have prepared lists of current best-selling books ideal for purchasing as gifts this holiday season. The lists feature titles for children, teens, and adults. Ask for a copy of the list at any library location.

If you do decide to purchase books for loved ones, or if you're ordering anything online from Amazon.com, consider starting your online shopping using this Amazon link. If you do, Amazon will donate a percentage of your purchases to the library at no extra charge to you. It is a simple way to support the library, and you can use this link year-round, not just during the holidays.

The most important part of the season is celebrating with family and friends and most people appreciate traditional events held right in their own communities. All Fauquier libraries have special events planned for their communities this year.

Warrenton Library staff will be offering free cocoa and cookies at the library's Winchester Street entrance during Olde Town Warrenton’s Main Street Christmas parade again this year. Everyone is invited to stop by the library from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, for this perfect winter pick-me-up.

After the parade, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., families can visit the library’s children’s section to make a Christmas craft. The refreshments and the crafts materials are free; registration is not required. Call (540) 349-1128 for more details about the crafts.

The Bealeton Library will host the lighting of the community Christmas tree, which resides in front of the library year-round, though, admittedly, in less regal trappings most of the time. Join the festive caroling beginning at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, then stay for the tree lighting around 7 p.m. Families are then invited to stick around and hear holiday stories while waiting for Santa and Mrs. Claus to arrive.

Santa and Mrs. Claus will also visit the other Fauquier libraries: 4:30 p.m. Tues., Dec. 8, at the John Marshall Library and 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14, at the Warrenton Library. Seeing Santa at the library sure beats trying to get a glimpse of the old guy at a crowded mall, and you get the bonus of seeing Mrs. Claus.

The Bealeton Library is also hosting an open house after the Bealeton community Christmas parade on Saturday, Dec. 12. The parade starts around noon, and afterward everyone is invited to stop by to enjoy refreshments and an awards ceremony. Children and their families are invited to participate in a post-parade Christmas craft program, too. (Call 540-439-9301 for more details on the parade.)

The Friends of the Fauquier Library, a nonprofit organization supporting the library, is sponsoring all the library’s holiday events. Proceeds from the Friends member ship dues and from the Book Cellar, a used book store with fiction and nonfiction for all ages, benefit the library making programs such as these possible.

The Book Cellar is a great place to shop for stocking stuffers and inexpensive last-minute gifts that “keep on giving.” There are weekly specials and a special Christmas section will be featured throughout the season. Don’t miss the large selection of coffee table books on a variety of topics, popular authors in hardback, travel-ready paperbacks, movies on VHS and DVD, music CDs, and much more.

Once you've gotten all your errands done, settle down with a selection from the Christmas Reads for adults list available at all Fauquier libraries.

Bealeton depot renovations on track

2009-11-18T17:39:00.004-05:00

Long-awaited renovations to the Bealeton depot will finally begin in November, 2009. Fauquier County received notification in October 2009 that construction could begin on the Bealeton Station depot, part of Fauquier County Public Library, Bealeton Library complex. Once completed, the depot will be used as a library program room and community meeting space.

Huge book sale to benefit library

2009-11-04T12:40:00.003-05:00

The Friends of the Fauquier Library is hosting a two-story book sale from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 13 and 14, at the John Barton Payne Building.

Prices for hardcover books and oversized paperbacks will start at 50 cents, regular paperbacks will be sold for 25 cents each or five for a $1, and music albums and cassettes will be priced for as little as 10 cents.

The Friends Book Cellar, which is considered by some as Warrenton’s best kept secret, will also be open during its regular store hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. The Book Cellar is located in the basement of the John Barton Payne Building.

The library accepts gifts of new and used books in good condition, audio recordings, DVDs and similar materials. Items not added to the library’s collection are given to the Book Cellar, which continually restocks its shelves with bargains. If you have more than one box of items to donate, please make arrangements in advance by call (540) 349-1928.

Currently, anyone joining the Friends or renewing their membership will receive a coupon for a tote bag redeemable at The Book Cellar or at any Fauquier library. Membership forms are available at all Fauquier libraries and at the Book Cellar. Call (540) 439-1939 for more information about the Friends or to volunteer in the Book Cellar.

Two genealogy programs coming up

2009-10-29T09:43:00.005-04:00

Family research marathon hosted by library
The library will host a family research marathon from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, at the Warrenton Library. Librarians and researchers will be available to help participants research their family histories, and light refreshments, provided by Friends of the Fauquier Library, will help marathon participants keep their strength up.

The marathon is free, but advanced registration is required and registrants must be 18 or older. Call (540) 347-8750, ext. 6, to register. The library’s online databases, including HeritageQuest and Ancestry Library Edition from Ancestry.com , will be used by marathon participants.

Ancestry Library Edition, only available for use in the library, provides a wide range of resources for genealogical and historical research. It includes records from the U.S. Census, military records, court, land and probate records, vital and church records, directories, petitions for naturalization; passenger lists and more. Ancestry Library Edition is only available in the library.

Beginning genealogy research workshop slated
Those beginning or about to begin family history research or those just curious about genealogy can learn basic research steps and get information on recommended Web sites and other information sources during a free workshop at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Bealeton Library. The workshop includes an introduction to online databases, including those mentioned above.

Good 'Friends" appreciated

2009-10-27T10:43:00.004-04:00

This month Fauquier County Public Library is honoring the Friends of the Fauquier Library, a nonprofit organization that provides funding for library services, equipment and programs for children, teens and adults, by highlighting the group’s many contributions.

Friends donations expand and enrich the library's regular budget by helping provide programs, training and equipment that would not be possible to fund otherwise. The summer reading programs for children and teens; Wii equipment and games used by all ages, including seniors; children’s room furniture; and staff development support are just a few examples of how Friends donations help the library.

“I don’t know where we would be without the Friends,” says Library Director Maria Del Rosso. “They helped sponsor hundreds of library programs every year that would not have been possible through funds normally available for library operations. I think most patrons would be surprised to learn how many of the services and programs they enjoy are supported by the Friends.”

Friends donations are raised primarily through membership dues — which start at $15 — and proceeds from the Book Cellar, a used book store in Old Town Warrenton.

Book Cellar volunteers, most of whom are Friends members, are crucial to the operations and vitality of the Friends of the Fauquier Library, but there are rewards for volunteers, too.
“The library has always played such an important role in my life and in my family’s life,” said Friends president Tina Ross. “I truly enjoy being able to give something back – and being an active member of this group is fun!”

Currently, anyone joining the Friends or renewing their membership will receive a coupon for an attractive, heavy duty tote bag bearing the Friends logo. Coupons are redeemable and membership forms are available at all Fauquier libraries and at the Book Cellar. Call (540) 439-1939 for more information about the Friends or to volunteer in the Book Cellar.

Teens celebrate Day of the Dead

2009-10-22T11:25:00.008-04:00

Day of the Dead, El Día de los Muertos, is a festival traditionally celebrated in Mexico and other Latin American countries in November.

Teens are invited to get crafty, Latino-style, to decorate calaveras de azúcar (sugar skulls), make papel picado (cut paper banners) and play Lotería (Mexican bingo) on Tuesday, Nov. 3, at two Fauquier libraries.

The free event is open to students in sixth grade and up.

4:30 p.m. at the Warrenton Library, (540) 349-1128

6:30 p.m. at the Bealeton Library, (540) 439-9728

Registration is required. Call the library by Oct. 31 to reserve your spot.

See more teen events and teen services at the library. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Fauquier Library.

Ghosts of Fauquier outed

2009-10-15T11:20:00.002-04:00

The author of the popular Ghosts of Virginia series, L.B. Taylor, will talk about accounts of spectral visits in Fauquier County, the Shenandoah Valley and northern Virginia during a free event hosted by the Bealeton Library at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24.

Mr. Taylor’s research for the 1983 book Haunted Houses, stimulated his research into psychic phenomena and led to the publication of 21 Virginia ghost books, including Civil War Ghosts of Virginia, The Ghosts of Fredericksburg, The Ghosts of Williamsburg, A Treasury of True Ghostly Humor and the 13 volumes, to date, in the Ghosts of Virginia series. He has authored more than 300 national magazine articles and more than 40 nonfiction books.

Mr. Taylor will answer questions and sign copies of his books after the program. Call (540) 439-9728 for more information.

Save energy, save money

2009-09-28T08:20:00.004-04:00

Dominion Virginia Power representatives are presenting free workshops designed to help people learn no-cost and low-cost ways to conserve energy and lower energy bills this month. The workshops, hosted by two Fauquier libraries, will include the use of an online calculator to perform do-it-yourself energy audits.

The Bealeton Library will host the workshop from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10. The workshop will be repeated at the John Barton Payne Building from 10:30 a.m. to noon Thursday, Oct. 22.

Find potential funders for your nonprofit

2009-09-25T08:25:00.005-04:00

The Bealeton Library is hosting a free workshop to help nonprofits find potential funders for their organizations. The one-hour workshop, slated for 9 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, will teach participants how to effectively use Foundation Directory Online, a powerful resource available at the library.

Foundation Directory Online is part of a collection of resources from The Foundation Center of New York, the nation's leading authority on organized philanthropy that identifies funding sources. The Bealeton Library is the only branch in the Fauquier County Public Library system where the collection is available.

Registration is required for the workshop. Call or e-mail Natalie Swart, (540) 439-9728 to make your reservation.

Warrenton Library garden

2009-09-24T16:24:00.001-04:00

Warrenton Library garden
Originally uploaded by fauquierlibrary

The Warrenton Library garden is a beautiful place to read or just have some quiet time. The garden is maintained by the Cedar Run Garden Club.

Lecture promises insight on lesser known Confederate "heroes"

2009-09-10T09:08:00.006-04:00

Military historian and award-winning author of The Hunt for Confederate Gold Thomas Moore will lecture on what he terms are the “lesser known heros of the Confederacy” this weekend. The lecture, entitled Lesser Known Heroes of the Confederacy: Pelham, Pegram and Pendleton: The Gallant Young Men of the Confederacy will begin at 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20 at the John Barton Payne Building.

Moore was a leader in Washington's defense and international security community and an expert consultant to the firearms industry. He served two years in the Pentagon during the Reagan Administration and five years in the U.S. Senate, including the Professional Staff of the Senate Armed Services Committee under Chairman Strom Thurmond. From 1995 to 1998 he was director of defense and foreign policy at The Heritage Foundation.

His opinion columns and analytical articles have been published on a wide variety of national security issues. Before completing The Hunt for Confederate Gold he wrote a nonfiction narrative School for Genius: The Story of Switzerland’s Federal Technical Institute on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of this world-famous university.

He has begun work on There Lives the Moment, a story of the Battle of Gettysburg uniquely set in 1913 when 10,000 Union and Confederate survivors returned to the epic battlefield of their youth for a 50th anniversary commemorative encampment, where they confronted searing memories of triumph and loss.

Mr. Moore is a 1970 graduate of The Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina; attended the University of Grenoble, France under a French Government Scholarship, and earned a master’s degree from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C.

The event is sponsored by the Fauquier County Public Library and the Fauquier Heritage Institute. Volunteers and lecturers are encouraged to contact program Co-chairs Mrs. Paula Johnson, (540) 341-7019, or Mrs. Jackie Lee, (540) 347-0607.

Borders customers donate books to library

2009-09-09T09:24:00.004-04:00

Borders is facilitating a book donation drive for Fauquier County Public Library at its Warrenton store, located in the shopping center at Route 17 and West Lee Highway.

According to Store Manager Diane Fichthorn, Borders has already collected approximately 500 books for the library, primarily children’s titles, valued at more than $4,000. The donation drive continues through Monday, Sept. 14.

“The library is thrilled with the response to the Borders book donation drive,” says Library Director Maria Del Rosso. “Our book budget has been cut 25 percent from last year while library use has sky rocketed. The books we receive from the Borders program will go a long way in helping us keep Fauquier’s children reading.”

When Borders customers are paying for their purchases they can also choose a book, or books, to purchase for the library. To help customers pick out books to donate, staff at the store have a selection of books on hand that the library has expressed an interest in adding to its collection.

The store does two major book drives a year to benefit local charities. This is the first time Borders has designated the library to receive donations.

Library cards open more than books

2009-09-03T16:15:00.003-04:00

It's National Library Card Sign-up Month and new library card holders will join the ranks of the two-thirds of Americans who already have library cards.

New applicants will learn that library cards do more than open books these days. Having a library card has more benefits for children, teens, and adults than ever before. It opens the door to a world of information and much of it can be accessed from home using your library card number.

Many library materials now come in a variety of other formats, such as audio books, CDs, DVDs, e-books and downloadable audio books. Databases — which provide access to encylopedias and other reference resources and thousands of magazine and newspaper articles — are available 24/7 from your home or office computer with your library card number.

Library services are more comprehensive than ever before and include free use of public computers, adult Internet classes, book clubs, discussion groups, and special events for all ages.
Be sure to check out the the library's Web site, too. This virtual library puts a wealth of information at your fingertips 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Some features are targeted to special audiences, such as the special pages for parents, educators, children and teens.

Library cards are free for those who work or live in Fauquier County and the application only takes a few minutes to complete. To apply for a card, stop at any Fauquier library or complete a short online application.

Once you apply you can immediately use online resources and check out e-books, no matter what time of day you complete your application.

If you have questions, call or visit any of the Fauquier County public libraries.

Using a library card helps school performance

2009-08-27T09:59:00.005-04:00

September is National Library Card Sign-up Month, so it is a perfect time to be reminded that studies show that children who use the library and who read, or are read to at home, perform better in school. They are also more likely to continue to use the library as a source for a satisfying lifetime of learning according the American Library Association (ALA).

There is no age requirement to register for a library card at Fauquier County Public Library, and many parents enjoy giving their children the thrill and responsibility of owning their own "charge card," one that lets them borrow books, movies, music, and more.

As an added incentive, children and teens who apply for a new library card and then show it to a staff member at the library reference desk this month will be given a prize.

Nominations open for librarian award

2009-08-26T09:09:00.003-04:00

Nominations are being accepted for the 2009 Carnegie Corporation of New York/New York Times "I Love My Librarian Award."

The award invites library users to recognize the accomplishments of librarians in public, school, college, community college and university libraries for their efforts to improve the lives of people in their community. Nominations will run through October 9 and are being accepted online.

Up to 10 librarians will be selected. Each will receive a $5,000 cash award, a plaque and a $500 travel stipend to attend an awards ceremony and reception in New York, hosted by The New York Times in December. In addition, a plaque will be given to each award winner’s library.

Children and teens break reading record

2009-08-24T10:08:00.004-04:00

The final count is in. This summer Fauquier children and teens smashed the record for the number of books read during the Fauquier County Public Library’s summer reading programs by more than 6,000 books.

The library’s goal was for children and teens participating in the summer reading programs to collectively read 27,000 books between June 1 and August 15. The 1,874 participants exceeded the goal by reading 33,482 books. Last year summer reading program participants read 25,725 books during the same period and in 2007 they read 16,699.

Congratulations Fauquier readers!

Amazon purchases help library

2009-08-10T09:05:00.006-04:00

Now your purchases at Amazon.com can help Fauquier County public libraries - and it costs you nothing extra.

Planning to shop for books, movies, electronics, gifts, or anything else available at Amazon.com? If so, start by bookmarking this Amazon.com link as a favorite. By using this link, Amazon will donate about 6% of your purchases - half of which goes directly to the library - to Wowbrary, a service from Amazon that provides a weekly e-mail highlighting the library's latest additions of books, music and movies.

So, don't forget to start your online shopping by going to the library’s Wowbrary/Amazon.com page.

Also, be sure to sign up for the Wowbrary newsletter to see a sampling of the newest stuff at the library each week. From there, if you see something interesting you'd like to check out, you can link directly to the library catalog where you can reserve the new item and be notified when it's ready to be picked up at your library.

Historian portrays Francis Fauquier

2009-07-30T16:36:00.006-04:00

Fauquier County Public Library and the Fauquier Heritage Institute are hosting a lecture on Francis Fauquier (1703 – 1768), a Lieutenant Governor of Virginia Colony, at 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at the John Barton Payne Building, Warrenton.

The lecture is being presented by “Living Historian” Dennis Loba. Francis Fauquier, a friend of Thomas Jefferson, served as Virginia's acting governor from 1758 until his death in 1768.

Mr. Loba, who has long been involved with reenactments nationally and locally, will present information about the lieutenant governor in authentic period clothing. During the Fauquier County’s 250th Anniversary Celebration parade, Mr. Loba introduced the honored guests, several members of the Fauquier family, to the parade audience.

Contact Fauquier Heritage Institute program Co-chairs Mrs. Paula Johnson, (540) 341-7019, or Mrs. Jackie Lee, (540) 347-0607, for more information or to volunteer.

Deadline approaching for teen Creativity Gala submissions

2009-07-22T11:49:00.003-04:00

Teens entering 6th grade or higher this fall are invited to read poetry, play music, sing, or perform stand-up comedy during a special celebration of teen creativity in August hosted by Fauquier County Public Library.

Artwork, videos, crafts and creative writing are also being accepted for exhibition at the Express Yourself Summer Creativity Gala. The deadline for performing or for submitting a creative work for exhibition is 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7. The gala is planned for 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at the John Barton Payne Building.

Submit artwork in person at any Fauquier library or by e-mail. Call or e-mail Anna Ellis, 439-9728, if you would like to perform at the event or for more information.

The gala is the final special event of the Express Yourself summer reading program for teens at Fauquier County public libraries. Express Yourself also features anime, gaming, and a series of creativity challenges, some of which can be the impetus for entries for the Summer Creativity Gala.

Teens are encouraged to register for the summer reading program and log the number of books read each week. The library’s goal is for children and teens to collectively read and log 27,000 books by Aug. 15.

Library helps with genealogy research

2009-07-22T10:56:00.005-04:00

If you are doing or planning to do genealogical research, you will want to note two upcoming Fauquier County Public Library programs.

The first is a demonstration of one of the library’s free online services, Heritage Quest Online, at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, in the John Barton Payne Building. Registration is not required for the free demonstration. Reference Librarian Mary Sue Marsh will be on hand to answer questions.

If you are a beginning genealogist, or have gotten stuck doing your research, a genealogy one-on-one is definitely something you should sign up for. Individual sessions, beginning in September and continuing through November, are being scheduled now. The 45-minute sessions will be held between 1 to 2:30 p.m. on selected Tuesdays. Only 12 slots are available, so call (540) 347-8750, ext. 6, or e-mail Mary Sue Marsh soon to reserve a spot.

The Warrenton Library also hosts free genealogy research marathons each fall and spring. Librarians and experienced researchers are on hand throughout the marathons to help genealogists and would-be genealogists. Call (540) 347-8750, ext. 6, or e-mail Vicky Ginther for marathon details.

Special story time helps prepare kids for kindergarten

2009-07-20T11:56:00.003-04:00

All Fauquier County public libraries are presenting a special story time for children entering kindergarten this fall that features stories, songs, and rhymes about school that will help children prepare for their first day of kindergarten. Children are invited to bring a lunch to eat after the program.

Registration is not required for this free program.

Warrenton Library:
11:30 a.m. Tues., Aug. 18

Bealeton Library:
11:30 a.m. Wed., Aug. 19

John Marshall Library:
11:30 a.m. Thur., Aug. 20

Teens create collage art, hardware store jewelry

2009-07-16T09:58:00.003-04:00

Teen creativity will continue to be challenged during two upcoming events at Fauquier libraries . The programs are part of a series being presented during the Express Yourself teen summer reading program for students entering sixth grade or higher this fall.

Teens are invited to join their friends to make funky, fun creations while playing the collage art game for creative minds “Glue, Paper, Scissors.” Laughs are guaranteed while participants create unexpected and completely collaborative works of art at the county’s libraries. Get the Collage Art with a Twist details.

Teens will learn how to create hardware store ‘bling’ from items commonly found around the house or in the garage during another special event. There is no need to take apart your kid sister’s bicycle though, the library will have all the nuts and bolts required to make the personalized jewelry. Get the Hardware Store Jewelry Workshop details.

Relationship between Grant, Mosby discussed

2009-07-09T17:00:00.004-04:00

Fauquier County Public Library is hosting an extended program of two free lectures on Union General Ulysses S. Grant and Confederate Colonial John Singleton Mosby beginning 2 p.m. Sun., July 19, at the John Barton Payne Building. The program is sponsored by the library and the Fauquier Heritage Institute.

The first lecture, The Post-War Relationship of Grant and Mosby, will be presented by David Goetz, who is co-authoring a book on The Life and Times of John Singleton Mosby.

Mr. Goetz, who owns Mosby's Confederacy Inc. and leads tours in the area, has long been interested in the post-war relationship between the two men who, he says, managed to put their emotions behind them to cooperate in a spirit of reconciliation.

Mr. Goetz is descended from the family of Chaplain Father James M. Graves, who served with Generals Joe Johnston and Stonewall Jackson in the Army of Virginia in 1861-62. He is a member of the Black Horse Camp #780, Sons of Confederate Veterans.

The second lecture is being presented by Eric Buckland, the author of Mosby’s Keydet Rangers. Mr. Buckland, who participates with the Mosby Players and is a member of the Gray Ghost Interpretive Group sponsored by the Mosby Heritage Area Association, will talk about Mosby’s Keydet Rangers, which is a compilation of information about the young men who both matriculated at the Virginia Military Institute and rode with the 43rd Battalion Virginia Cavalry, also known as Mosby’s Rangers.

He will discuss the genesis of Mosby's Keydet Rangers to give lecture attendees new insight into the young men who rode with Col. Mosby during the Civil War. The book draws from short biographical sketches, personal letters, accounts of various raids and incidents, newspaper articles, and passages from books, memorials, and obituaries. The book contains much previously unpublished material.

The Fauquier Heritage Institute was created to promote the study and love of American history. Contact program Co-chairs Mrs. Paula Johnson, (540) 341-7019, or Mrs. Jackie Lee, (540) 347-0607, for more information or to volunteer.

Get a PDF of this year's series.

Libraries host community quilting bees

2009-07-08T15:50:00.004-04:00

A community quilting bee and story time is being hosted by all Fauquier libraries this summer, a great chance for families to “bee” creative.

The Fauquier County Quilters Guild will help families attending the program to design and color quilting squares. Guild members will then take the squares and make fabric blocks that will be incorporated into library quilts.

The community quilting bees are at 2 p.m.:

Saturday, July 11, Bealeton Library (540) 439-9728
Saturday, July 18, John Marshall Library, (540) 364-4910
Saturday, Aug. 1, John Barton Payne Building, (540) 347-8750, ext. 5

The quilting bees are part of a series of programs and special events presented during the Be Creative summer reading program for children through fifth grade and their families. The program also features story times, family movies, and events to pique children’s curiosity and inspire them to be creative and to explore new ideas through reading.