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Book Clubs Share what you read with other book lovers at one of our book clubs. New members always welcome! Bealeton Book Club Great Books Club (Warrenton) Marshall Afternoon Book Club Marshall Evening Book Club Mystery Book Club (Warrenton) Non-Fiction Book Club (Warrenton) Belong to a book club? Check out these book club discussion guides . Bealeton Book Club This group meets monthly and reads and discusses a variety of recent or popular fiction and nonfiction, sometimes with an added classic or biography. Members combine their love for reading with laughter and refreshments. Where : Bealeton Depot, adjacent to Bealeton branch library When : 2:30 p.m., third Wednesday More info : Email Martika Jones or call 540.422.8533 2025 Dates and Selections January 15 : Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy: Four Women Undercover in the Civil War by Karen Abbott February 19 : Starling House by Alix Harrow March 19 : The Girl in His Shadow by Audrey Blake April 16 : How to Read a Book by Monica Wood May 21: Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford June 18: The Indigo Girl by Natasha Boyd July 16: The Six: The Untold Story of America’s First Women Astronauts by Loren Grush August 20 : Forest of Vanishing Stars by Kristin Harmel September 17 : James by Percival Everett October 15 : What the Dead Know: Learning About Life as a New York City Death Investigator by Barbara Butcher November 19 : Winterland by Rae Meadows December 10 (2nd Wednesday) : Combined Holiday Party with OWLs See More Meadows, Rae Learn More Winterland : a novel Butcher, Barbara Learn More What the dead know learning about life as a New York City death investigator Everett, Percival L Learn More James a novel Harmel, Kristin Learn More The forest of vanishing stars Grush, Loren Learn More The six : the untold story of America's first women astronauts Bealeton Book Club Selections Great Books Club If you are interested in reading some of the best literature from all time periods, this is the group for you. The selections are frequently assigned in high school and college classrooms. They include novels as well as non-fiction classics in philosophy and psychology that are considered to have enduring value. Many are foundational to the formation of governments and societies around the world. This group will give you a chance to read and explore this literature through friendly and thoughtful shared inquiry discussions. New members always welcome! Where : Meetings are held virtually. For details about how to join these virtual meetings or accessing materials not in the library's collection, please When : 7:00 p.m., 1st Mondays of the month More info : Email Jeanne Day or call the Warrenton Adult Reference Desk at 540.422.8500, ext. 2. 2025 Dates and Selections January 6 : The Bell by Iris Murdoch February 3 : On Tranquility of Mind by Seneca March 3 : The New Organon by Francis Bacon April 1 : Letter Concerning Toleration by John Locke May 5 : Discourse Seven by Joshua Reynolds June 2 : The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám by Rabbi Ben Ezra July 7 : The Lifted Veil by George Eliot August 4 : The Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg by Mark Twain September : No meeting October 6 : On the Advantage and Disadvantage of History for Life by Friedrich Nietzsche November 3 : The Devil Baby at Hull House by Jane Addams December 1 : The Man Who Could Work Miracles by H. G. Wells See More Twain, Mark, 1835-1910. Learn More Collected tales, sketches, speeches & essays Omar Khayyam. Learn More The rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam ; Bird parliament Locke, John, 1632-1704. Learn More A letter concerning toleration ; Concerning civil government, second essay ; An essay concerning human understanding / John Locke. The principles of human knowledge / George Berkeley. An enquiry concerning human understanding / David Hume. Murdoch, Iris. Learn More The bell Great Books Club Selections Marshall Afternoon Book Club If you like a variety of genres, you will enjoy the eclectic assortment of titles chosen by this book club, including classics, fiction, non-fiction and best sellers. Once a month, fellow readers meet to discuss a chosen book and related topics. Lively discussions are guaranteed. Refreshments are provided by Friends of the Library. Books are chosen through popular vote by the members of the group and are read from January through November. A summer picnic and a holiday party are always part of the reading year. Where : John Marshall branch library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall When : 1 p.m. usually the 2nd Wednesday of the month More info : Call 540.422.8527 or e-mail Deborah Cosby , John Marshall Branch Manager 2024 Dates and Selections (2025 Selections Coming Soon!) January 10 : The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams February 14 : South to America: A Journey Below the Mason-Dixon to Understand the Soul of a Nation by Imani Perry March 13 : Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Gramus April 10 : The Hidden Life of Trees: What They Feel, How They Communicate: Discoveries from a Secret World by Peter Wohlleben May 8 : Tom Lake: A Novel by Ann Patchett June 12 : Free: A Child and a Country at the End of History by Lea Ypi July 10 : North Woods: A Novel by Daniel Mason August 14 : The Guncle: A Novel by Steven Rowley September 11 : The Emotional Lives of Animals: A Leading Scientist Explores Animal Joy, Sorrow, and Empathy – and Why They Matter by Marc Berkoff October 9 : The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride November 13 : The Maid by Nita Prose December 11 : Holiday meeting See More Ypi, Lea, 1979- Learn More Free : a child and a country at the end of history Garmus, Bonnie Learn More Lessons in chemistry Mason, Daniel (Daniel Philippe) Learn More North woods a novel Perry, Imani, 1972- Learn More South to America a journey below the Mason-Dixon to understand the soul of a nation Williams, Pip, 1969- Learn More The dictionary of lost words : a novel Marshall Afternoon Book Club Selections Marshall Evening Book Club Once a month, join a group of interesting readers at the end of the day for a relaxed discussion of a wide range of titles. With an eclectic assortment of selections that includes classics, fiction, non-fiction and best sellers, titles are sure to appeal to a wide range of readers. Refreshments are provided by Friends of the Library. Books are chosen through popular vote by the members of the group and are read from January through November. A summer picnic and a holiday party are always part of the reading year. Where : John Marshall branch library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall When : 6:30 p.m., usually meets the last Monday of the month More info : 540.422.8527 or e-mail Deborah Cosby , John Marshall Branch Manager 2025 Dates and Selections January 27 : The House of Doors: A Novel by Tan Twan Eng February 24 : Trust by Hernan Diaz March 31 : The Women by Kristin Hannah April 28 : Necessary Trouble: Growing Up at Midcentury by Drew Gilpin Faust May 19 : My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante June 30 : The Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan July 28 : The Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle and Flying Club: A Novel by Helen Simonson August 25 : Bad Monkey by Carl Hiaasen September 29 : James: A Novel by Percival Everett October 27 : God of the Woods by Liz Moore November 24 : How the Penguins Saved Veronica by Hazel Prior December 15 : Holiday party See More Tan, Twan Eng, 1972- Learn More The house of doors : a novel Díaz, Hernán, 1973- Learn More Trust Hannah, Kristin. Learn More The women Faust, Drew Gilpin Learn More Necessary trouble : growing up at midcentury Ferrante, Elena. Learn More My brilliant friend Marshall Evening Book Club Selections Mystery Book Club This group focuses primarily on mysteries and thrillers. While our book discussion takes precedence, other topics are often explored in the course of our meeting. Where : Warrenton central library, program room When : 12 p.m., 3rd Thursday of the month More info : Email Pam Lovera or call 540.422.8506 2025 Dates and Selections January 16 : Holy City by Henry Wise February 20 : Where They Lie by Claire Coughlan March 20 : What You Leave Behind by Wanda M. Morris April 17 : We Solve Murders by Richard Osman May 15 : The Violin Conspiracy by Brenden Slocumb June 12 : Death at La Fenice by Donna Leon July 17 : Hercule Poirot’s Silent Night by Sophie Hannah August 21 : Mastering the Art of French Murder by Colleen Cambridge September 18 : Blackwater Falls by Ausma Zehanat Khan October 16 : The Rescue by T. Jefferson Parker November 20 : The Christmas Guest by Peter Swanson December 18 : Holiday Party and Book Chat See More Wise, Henry, 1982- Learn More Holy city a novel Coughlan, Claire Learn More Where they lie : a novel Morris, Wanda M. (Wanda Michelle), 1959- Learn More What you leave behind : a novel Osman, Richard, 1970- Learn More We solve murders Slocumb, Brendan Learn More The violin conspiracy Mystery Book Club Selections Non-Fiction Book Club If you love non-fiction and a lively discussion, this book club is for you. Join library staff and Bob Jacobs, a local educator with 38 years of experience at James Madison University and Frederick and Fauquier County Public Schools, for a lively and informative discussion. Space is limited; please register for the next meeting online . Where : John Barton Payne Bldg, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton When : 12 p.m., 4th Wednesday More info : Email Daryl Jackson or call 540.422.8500 ext. 2 (Warrenton Adult Reference Desk) 2025 Dates and Selections January 22: Challenger: A True Story of Heroism and Disaster on the Edge of Space by Adam Higginbotham February 26 : The Unvanquished: The Untold Story of Lincoln’s Special Forces, the Manhunt for Mosby’s Rangers, and the Shadow War That Forged America’s Special Operations by Patrick K. O’Donnell March 26 : The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel: Genius, Power, and Deception on the Eve of World War I by Douglas Brunt April 23 : The Great River: The Making and Unmaking of the Mississippi by Boyce Upholt May 28 : The Siege by Ben Macintyre June 25 : The Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime, and a Dangerous Obsession by Michael Finkel July 23 : A Fever in the Heartland: The Ku Klux Klan's Plot to Take Over America, and the Woman who Stopped Them by Timothy Egan August 27 : A History of the World in Twelve Shipwrecks by David Gibbins September 24 : Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI by David Grann October 22 : A Woman of No Importance: The Untold Story of the American Spy Who Helped Win World War II by Sonia Purnell November 19 : The Shadow Drawing: How Science Taught Leonardo how to Paint by Francesca Fiorani See More Higginbotham, Adam Learn More Challenger : a true story of heroism and disaster on the edge of space O'Donnell, Patrick K., 1969- Learn More The unvanquished : the untold story of Lincoln's special forces, the manhunt for Mosby's Rangers, and the shadow war that forged America's special operations Brunt, Douglas Learn More The mysterious case of Rudolf Diesel genius, power, and deception on the eve of World War I Upholt, Boyce Learn More The great river : the making and unmaking of the Mississippi Finkel, Michael. Learn More The art thief : a true story of love, crime, and a dangerous obsession Non-Fiction Book Club Selections

UPDATE Fauquier Public Library will re-open Wednesday., Jan. 8 at 11 am. Place holds, access e-Resources and more via our website or the mobile app . My Account Events Get a Card Digital Library See More Martin, Suzanne, 1953- Learn More 15-minute better back Martin, Suzanne, 1953- Learn More 15 minute stretch Blaise, Misha Maynerick, 1977- Learn More Breathe deep : an illustrated guide to the transformative power of breathing Schreiner, Casey Learn More Cloud spotting : observe the clouds to quiet your mind Hachfeld, Linda Learn More Cooking à la heart : 500 easy and delicious recipes to help make every meal heart healthy New Year, New You! Featured Programs Multiple Dates The Naturalist Is In Wed, Jan 08 Warrenton central library Jan 08, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Warrenton central library, 11 Winchester St, Warrenton, VA 20186, USA Jan 08, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Warrenton central library, 11 Winchester St, Warrenton, VA 20186, USA Speak with a Master Naturalist. Learn more Multiple Dates Book 'N Craft Time Wed, Jan 08 Bealeton branch library Jan 08, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Bealeton branch library, 10877 Willow Dr N, Bealeton, VA 22712, USA Jan 08, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Bealeton branch library, 10877 Willow Dr N, Bealeton, VA 22712, USA Adults and teens discuss books and do crafts. Learn more Tales & Trails: Rocks & Stones Sat, Jan 11 Warrenton central library Jan 11, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Warrenton central library, 11 Winchester St, Warrenton, VA 20186, USA Jan 11, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Warrenton central library, 11 Winchester St, Warrenton, VA 20186, USA Children and their families are invited to attend a rock-ing story time, make a pet rock and then take it on a walk to find and examine rocks and stones in nature. Learn more More Hoopla! Try the 7-day BingePass for unlimited access to one of multiple streaming collections with just one borrow! Get Started

STEAM for Tweens: Drawing Machine Pick up a bag of materials and work along with Miss Jennifer to learn about the pantograph! View On-Demand See More Hopkinson, Deborah. Learn More They saved the stallions Judge, Lita. Learn More Wake up, moon! Marsh, Sarah Glenn. Learn More How to spot a fairy : a field guide to sprites, sylphs, spriggans, and more Donaldson, Julia. Learn More Jonty Gentoo : the adventures of a penguin Denise, Christopher Learn More Knight Owl and Early Bird New For Kids Upcoming Events Anchor Kids -Tweens Mon, Jan 06 STEAM for Tweens: Drawing Machine (Virtual/On-Demand) / Virtual event Learn more Jan 06, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Virtual event Children learn science, technology, engineering, art & math! Mon, Jan 06 Art Cart / John Marshall branch library Multiple Dates Learn more Jan 06, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM John Marshall branch library, 4133 Rectortown Rd, Marshall, VA 20115, USA Express your creativity with our art supplies. Mon, Jan 06 Pajama Story Time / John Marshall branch library Multiple Dates Learn more Jan 06, 2025, 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM John Marshall branch library, 4133 Rectortown Rd, Marshall, VA 20115, USA A perfect story time for children and families. Tue, Jan 07 Art & Nature for Kids: Calm Your Mind / Bealeton branch library Learn more Jan 07, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Bealeton branch library, 10877 Willow Dr N, Bealeton, VA 22712, USA Join Oak Spring Garden Foundation monthly for these special programs for children ages 6-11. Wed, Jan 08 The Naturalist Is In / Warrenton central library Multiple Dates Learn more Jan 08, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Warrenton central library, 11 Winchester St, Warrenton, VA 20186, USA Speak with a Master Naturalist. Thu, Jan 09 Art Cart / Bealeton branch library Multiple Dates Learn more Jan 09, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Bealeton branch library, 10877 Willow Dr N, Bealeton, VA 22712, USA Express Your creativity with our art supplies. Thu, Jan 09 Art Cart / Warrenton central library Multiple Dates Learn more Jan 09, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Warrenton central library, 11 Winchester St, Warrenton, VA 20186, USA Express your creativity with our art supplies. Thu, Jan 09 Pajama Story Time / Warrenton central library Multiple Dates Learn more Jan 09, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM Warrenton central library, 11 Winchester St, Warrenton, VA 20186, USA A perfect story time for children and families. Fri, Jan 10 Book Cellar Open / John Barton Payne Building (basement) Multiple Dates Learn more Jan 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM John Barton Payne Building (basement), 2 Courthouse Sq, Warrenton, VA 20186, USA Books, DVDs and more at unbeatable prices. Sat, Jan 11 Book Cellar Open / John Barton Payne Building (basement) Multiple Dates Learn more Jan 11, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM John Barton Payne Building (basement), 2 Courthouse Sq, Warrenton, VA 20186, USA Books, DVDs and more at unbeatable prices. Sat, Jan 11 Tales & Trails: Rocks & Stones / Warrenton central library Learn more Jan 11, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Warrenton central library, 11 Winchester St, Warrenton, VA 20186, USA Children and their families are invited to attend a rock-ing story time, make a pet rock and then take it on a walk to find and examine rocks and stones in nature. Sun, Jan 12 Paws to Read with K-9 Caring Angels / Bealeton branch library Multiple Dates Learn more Jan 12, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Bealeton branch library, 10877 Willow Dr N, Bealeton, VA 22712, USA Children read aloud to trained and certified therapy dogs. Mon, Jan 13 Crafts on the Go (All library locations) / Warrenton Learn more Jan 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Warrenton, 11 Winchester St, Warrenton, VA 20186, USA Pick up a winter craft for your child. Tue, Jan 14 Art & Nature for Kids: Calm Your Mind / John Marshall branch library Learn more Jan 14, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM John Marshall branch library, 4133 Rectortown Rd, Marshall, VA 20115, USA Join Oak Spring Garden Foundation monthly for these special programs for children. Wed, Jan 15 Winter Reading Program (All library locations Jan. 15 - Feb. 28) / Warrenton central library Learn more Jan 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Warrenton central library, 11 Winchester St, Warrenton, VA 20186, USA Cozy up with a good book. Wed, Jan 15 The Naturalist Is In / Bealeton branch library Multiple Dates Learn more Jan 15, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Bealeton branch library, North, 10877 Willow Dr, Bealeton, VA 22712, USA Speak with a Master Naturalist. Sun, Jan 19 Paws to Read with K-9 Caring Angels / John Marshall branch library Multiple Dates Learn more Jan 19, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM John Marshall branch library, 4133 Rectortown Rd, Marshall, VA 20115, USA Children read aloud to trained and certified therapy dogs. Tue, Jan 21 Art & Nature for Kids: Calm Your Mind / Warrenton central library Learn more Jan 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Warrenton central library, 11 Winchester St, Warrenton, VA 20186, USA Join Oak Spring Garden Foundation monthly for these special programs for children. Load More More for Kids & Tweens Explore the wide range of educational and entertaining programs offered for children and tweens ages 6-11. 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In this double issue you’ll find some great information about health and fitness, right on time for making a solid start on your New Year’s resolutions … this time around.   Read “The Way to Stay Fit at Home” for a very helpful product update that explains how to safely and effectively use the gym equipment on the market today.  The article explains equipment for use at home as well as equipment for “The Full Gym Experience.”  It includes ratings for some of the most popular gym equipment such as: exercise bikes, ellipticals, and rowers.           Achieving or sustaining a good healthy diet may be high on your list of resolutions.  A close second might be learning how to use “Natural Cures” to avoid costly doctor’s office visits.  Citing record high interest in this topic based on statistics gathered in 2022, CR is here to help you learn about nontraditional treatments.  They explain “Which Ones Work (and Which Don’t).  If you suffer from back pain, achy joints, sleep problems, heart issues or just the occasional cold and flu or digestive problem, check out this article to understand options for natural cures.  The article includes sidebar tips on “How to Pick a High-Quality Supplement,” “How to Find a ‘Natural’ Healthcare Pro,” and “Risky Remedies to Avoid.” If you aren’t planning to give up using a cell phone in 2025, learn how to save money on service.  CR offers advice on how to “Save $500 on Cell Service This Year.”  According to statistics on cell phone use, the average American “shells out $135 a month” for service.  Find out if you can “Save Without Switching.”  If you do need to switch, find out how to “Get the Best Deal for You.”  This article includes ratings for some cell service providers and points out that “Smaller Can Be Better.”     Other Products / Services    How to Find a Great Home Health Aide The Truth About Energy Bars   Your Healthy Teeth Toolkit   What to do if You Buy a DUD  CR’s Ultimate Guide to Laundry (Washing Machine and Dryer Ratings)  Consumer Reports magazine is available free in print and online  to Fauquier Public Library card holders, providing access to articles, reviews and ratings on over 8,000 products and services. The library has copies of Consumer Reports dating back to 2022. Learn about library programs and services - sign up  for our newsletters.

Frances, the badger in Bread and Jam for Frances , refuses to eat any food except bread and jam.   “How do you know what you’ll like if you won’t try anything?” her father asks. Good question.    When was the last time you tried something new? A new year provides an ideal opportunity to have a fresh start.    The library can help.   Our New Year New You  booklist covers exercise, diet, mindfulness, getting out of debt and organizing.  If you prefer visual or audio aids, check out our Universal Class  or Hoopla  offerings.  There’s plenty to help right your ship of state.   Oak Spring Garden Foundation is on board to teach us how to calm our minds  using plants like lavender, basil, eucalyptus and verbena.     How about learning something new?   Jessica Mathews, international affairs expert, will sit down with veteran journalist Lou Emerson to talk about global affairs, national security, the media and future of journalism for the next installment of Sundays @ 2 .   If this is the year you will finally finish writing your book, tune in to   Meet the Author   with   literary agent Seth Fishman  who will provide an inside look at the publishing process.    And our picky badger?    Frances, finally full of jam, decides to give other food a go.  Her school lunch includes cream of tomato soup, a lobster-salad sandwich, celery, carrot sticks, and black olives, two plums, a tiny basket of cherries and vanilla pudding with chocolate sprinkles (and a spoon to eat it).   Good for you, Frances! Now, that’s a fresh start!   Maria Del Rosso Director, Fauquier Public Library

What better way to spend a cold winter evening than relaxing in your favorite easy chair with a cup of hot chocolate and a used book from the Friends of the Library Book Cellar? In January and February the Book Cellar will feature a display of “Winter Reads,” staff picks from the store’s extensive selection of fiction and non-fiction books.  We guarantee you will find a great read; don’t forget, all Book Cellar sale proceeds support the programs of the Fauquier Public Library. In February, the Book Cellar will observe Black History Month and Presidents’ Day with special displays of books and media.     Fridays & Saturdays | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. John Barton Payne Bldg. , Warrenton