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John Barton Payne Guidelines & Description Description Location: 2 Courthouse Square, Old Town Warrenton Maximum Occupancy : 100 Contact: Terri Garonzik , (540) 422-8500, ext. 4 Photos of the John Barton Payne building Reservation Form Guidelines for room use Policy for room use Directions/map Features at a glance: ADA compliant (wheel chair accessible via lift) Wireless Internet access Tables/Chairs Separate kitchen area Microwave Oven Dishwasher Full-size refrigerator Double sink Download Brochure Reservation Form JBP Guidelines Guidelines for Use Organizations using the John Barton Payne Community Hall must observe the following guidelines/regulations: Anchor 1 All meetings must be open to the public. The Library reserves the right to waive this requirement upon the showing of good cause. Organizations using the room shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or handicapped status in the provision of services. Occupancy is limited to 100 by order of the Fauquier County Fire Marshal. The room may not be scheduled for use on days that the Warrenton library is closed. A non-refundable fee is charged for use of the room. However, a credit (good for one year) will be granted if two business days’ notice of cancellation is given. A reservation is not confirmed until staff has approved availability and received payment and a signed reservation form. Please consult the library’s fines and fees schedule for rental rates. Organizations may be asked to provide documentation of their non-profit status. The room and support facilities are provided “as-is” without warranty of any kind within the designated time period that they are suitable for any particular use or function. Groups and individuals are required to set up for their event, to return furniture and equipment to its original locations, and to leave the room and support facilities clean and in its original state. The library reserves the right to request a deposit if it anticipates that an event may result in more than normal wear on the room and / or if any food or beverage (excluding bottled water) will be served. The deposit will be returned if the room is found in good repair. Please consult the library’s fines and fees schedule for the deposit amount required. Renters are expected to bring their own supplies, including cleaning supplies. Trash cans, trash bags and a vacuum cleaner are provided. Renters must remove all event trash from library premises. If damage is incurred beyond the amount of the deposit, users will be charged for any necessary repairs. Organizations using the room assume responsibility for all damages, losses, replacement costs or injuries resulting from use of the facilities from the time they receive the key. Loss of building key must be reported immediately and the applicant will be responsible for associated costs to re-key the building. In the event a group fails to comply with the guidelines, they may also forfeit the opportunity to use FCPL meeting rooms in the future. Alcohol, smoking, vaping and use of tobacco are prohibited. Use of the fireplace or open flames for any reason are also prohibited. There is no designated parking for the room. Parking may be available on nearby streets and in public lots. Wireless Internet access is available; users must agree to the library’s Internet Use Policy. Storage facilities for a group’s materials are not provided. The library is not responsible for anything left in the room. In the event of inclement weather, the County of Fauquier and/or the Fauquier County Public Library will not be responsible for snow or ice removal. Applicants must accept full responsibility for safely clearing walkways to the facility and must further agree to hold harmless and indemnify the County, its departments, and employees for any claims against them which may arise out of their failure to do so. During severe weather events, please call the library branch or check website for operating status updates. The organization’s representative is responsible for notifying meeting attendees of cancellation due to library closures. If rental is unable to make the arranged date due to inclement weather, a credit (good for one year) may be issued. The library reserves the right to cancel or reschedule reservations at any time (or for any reason) if circumstances warrant.

Friends of the Library The Library Board recognizes the Friends of the Library as vital in supporting and promoting the library’s mission, goals, services, and resources. Friends also foster public support for the development of the library. Whereas, Library Board sets policy and establishes the goals of the library; the Friends of the Fauquier Library supports the policy and assists the Board in reaching its goals. It is the responsibility of the Library Board to work closely with Friends, to keep them informed about library service and to seek their assistance in achieving the best possible library service for the citizens of Fauquier County. The Friends of the Fauquier Library sets its own purposes consistent with the needs of the library. Cooperative projects for the benefit of the library are encouraged, provided no project compromises the Library Board’s responsibility for library policy and management. Cooperative projects should be selected by the library director, in consultation with the Friends board of directors for their appropriateness in meeting current need, practicality, and conformance to the policies of the Library Board. The library director or designated representative serves as the principal liaison between the Library Board and the board of directors of the Friends organization. Friends meetings should be held at least annually to plan and define projects which would be most beneficial to the library’s purposes. The Library Board and library employees are encouraged to lend active support to the work of the Friends through membership and participation in Friends activities. Friends of the Library is self-supporting, holding meetings, electing officers, and maintaining its own financial records governed by by-laws. Adopted: 6/4/87 Revised: 6/2/88, 9/17/92, 3/16/11

Friends of the Fauquier Library Friends provide special programs and services that expand and enrich the library’s regular budget through membership dues, fundraisers and proceeds from book sales . The Friends main fundraising activity is selling donated books. Join the Friends The Book Cellar Join the Friends Become a Friend today and help make a good library great. Friends provide great contributions to the community through their support of the Summer Reading Program and other events and programs. They have purchased books, equipment, and much more over their devoted years of support. Individual: $15 – $24 Family: $25 – $49 Sponsor: $50 – $99 Patron: $100 – $249 Angel: $250 and over Make checks payable to: Friends of the Fauquier Library P.O. Box 1031 Warrenton, VA 20188 Download Form The Book Cellar John Barton Payne Bldg, Waterloo Street Entrance 2 Courthouse Square Warrenton, VA 20186 Book Cellar Hours: Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Book Cellar Volunteers Volunteers sort book donations, shelve books, prepare displays and work during the store’s retail hours. To volunteer, please complete a Volunteer Application . For more information about joining or volunteering, call (540) 341-3447 . Download Application Book Cellar Donation Guidelines We welcome donations of: New or ge ntly used hardcover and paperback books Vintage/rare books in good condition Travel gu ides Audiobooks Art and architectural magazines CDs, DVDs and vinyl records Jigsaw puzzles/Board games We d o not accept: Yellowed, mildewed, stained, heavily highlighted/written in or otherwise damaged books Computer science, medical and technology books more than five years old Textbooks Condensed books, e.g. Reader’s Digest books Encyclopedias English dictionaries Music cassettes and VHS tapes

Registration of Patrons Fauquier County Public Library borrowing privileges are available at no charge to all residents, property owners, students who attend school, or persons employed in Fauquier County. The library provides reciprocal borrowing privileges for residents of neighboring counties that extend similar privileges to Fauquier residents. Others may apply for borrowing privileges by paying the current fee established by the Fauquier County Public Library. Identification and verification of residence is necessary to obtain a library card. Identification can be established with a current driver’s license, school identification card, or other valid identification issued by a governmental agency. If no valid picture identification is available, the circulation supervisor may accept other reasonable forms of identification that establish identity. A parent or guardian must assume responsibility for materials borrowed by a person under -18 years of age; therefore, it is the adult identification that is required for registration of a minor. The library will electronically link the library cards of patrons under the age of 18 with the card of a parent or guardian card holder, when possible. Linked cards allow easier tracking of items checked out, fines, and bills. Geographic information may be gathered in order to plan library services. This information is used anonymously (no identifying information is compiled or reported) and is not disclosed in any way that would identify the patron registering. All information provided on the registration form is protected by rules and laws pertaining to confidentiality of records and privacy. Adopted: 11/20/03 Revised: 4/21/05, 10/25/12

Fauquier Library News 41 minutes ago Book Cellar News: September/October 2024 The Book Cellar welcomes the crisp days of Fall (just right for cozying up with a good book) with a display of fantasy books in September... 0 views 0 comments Post not marked as liked 1 hour ago Back to School Tools Your library card provides access to tools to ensure success in the classroom - here are a few of our favorites. 1 view 0 comments Post not marked as liked 23 hours ago 10 Ways You Can Raise a Reader There are many other, simple things parents can do to strengthening a child's literacy skills. Here are 10 more ways you can raise a reader! 1 view 0 comments Post not marked as liked Aug 8 Consumer Reports August 2024: The Danger in Your Dust Dangerous dust, supermarket savings and the "last goodbye" - it's all part of the August issue of Consumer Reports. 5 views 0 comments Post not marked as liked Jul 26 Book Cellar News: August 2024 Books, DVDs and more at unbeatable prices. 35 views 0 comments Post not marked as liked Jul 26 Message From the Director: August 2024 The green and white encyclopedia loomed large in my childhood. 7 views 0 comments Post not marked as liked Jul 10 Message From the Director: July 2024 Our summer theme is Adventure Begins at Your Library. The operative word is “begins” but who knows where it will lead? 7 views 0 comments Post not marked as liked Jul 2 Meet the Author: Kids & Teens Edition Join us for a special Meet the Author series in July1 18 views 0 comments Post not marked as liked Jun 24 CONSUMER REPORTS JULY 2024: CABLE TV OR STREAMING? From streaming services to sunscreen, the July issue of Consumer Reports has you covered! 30 views 0 comments Post not marked as liked Jun 4 Book Cellar News: June / July 2024 Snag a bargain at the Book Cellar! 50 views 0 comments Post not marked as liked May 6 CONSUMER REPORTS MAY/JUNE 2024: PRODUCE WITHOUT PESTICIDES From produce to televisions, the May/June issue of Consumer Reports has it covered! 18 views 0 comments Post not marked as liked May 2 Book Cellar News: May 2024 Check out the upcoming special displays happening at the Book Cellar this month! 70 views 0 comments Post not marked as liked Apr 23 MAGNIFICENT MAY AUTHOR TALKS Register now to join these upcoming author talks! 14 views 0 comments Post not marked as liked Apr 8 MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR: APRIL 2024 It’s Monday morning and the first of our volunteers for the week shows up ready to work. 394 views 0 comments Post not marked as liked Apr 5 FAUQUIER RECOMMENDS: THE RESULTS ARE IN! We asked what your favorite read was in 2023. Here's a list of what Fauquier recommends! 80 views 0 comments Post not marked as liked Mar 27 SPRING FORWARD INTO APRIL WITH AMAZING NEW AUTHOR TALKS! Join us in April for three new author talk presentations! Begin the month with Smithsonian Curator Paula J. Johnson and a discussion... 78 views 0 comments Post not marked as liked Mar 20 CONSUMER REPORTS APRIL 2024: BEST & WORST CARS, TRUCKS & SUVs Read. Shop. Buy smart. Thinking of trading in that old car for a new model? That’s a big commitment. Before you head to the dealership... 366 views 0 comments Post not marked as liked Mar 19 ICYMI: SUNDAYS AT TWO WITH ARTIST CRAIG McPHERSON NOW AVAILABLE ON DEMAND Turn in to hear McPherson discuss his life and work. 30 views 0 comments Post not marked as liked Mar 5 CONSUMER REPORTS MARCH 2024: HOW TO FIND A MATTRESS YOU'LL LOVE Read. Shop. Buy smart. Everyone knows a good night’s sleep is essential to good health. It stands to reason that your mattress has a lot... 39 views 0 comments Post not marked as liked Mar 5 MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR: MARCH 2024 “When it’s good, it’s very good, but when it’s bad it’s horrid.” Forgive me for altering Longfellow’s poem, but it sizes up the situation... 20 views 0 comments Post not marked as liked

Tue, Oct 08 | Warrenton Socrates Cafe People from different backgrounds get together and exchange philosophical perspectives. Time & Location 2 more dates Oct 08, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Warrenton, 11 Winchester St, Warrenton, VA 20186, USA Select Different Date About the event Adults discuss their thoughts openly and honestly with others without fear of being attacked for having an opinion that is different; new members welcome; Warrenton central library, 11 Winchester St.; 540.422-8500 x2. October discussion topic: What is the difference between knowledge and wisdom? Show More Share this event