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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 to celebrate Hobbit Day & Tolkien Week! We'll also honor Hispanic Heritage Month with displays throughout the month. And then ...  in October, we will celebrate our 25th anniversary with an Open House Saturday, October 12! We hope you will come celebrate this milestone with us! (Follow us on Facebook for more details to come.) Throughout the month, we'll also be featuring displays on the World Series/Baseball & of course, scary reads for Halloween (boo!). Happy Fall from the Book Cellar!   Fridays & Saturdays | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. John Barton Payne Bldg. , Warrenton

Heading back to school? Whether you have a rising kindergartener or a college student, your library card provides access to tools to ensure success in the classroom. Brainfuse Help Now This all-in-one suite of tutoring services provides a wide range of support. With Help Now you can: *   Get help with homework *   Interact with a live tutor *   Form online study groups *   Send your paper to the writing lab to get valuable feedback *   Access free lessons and resources for numerous K-12+ academic subjects JSTOR and Bloom’s Literature Confidently tackle your next research paper. Bloom's Literature provides coverage of the most frequently studied authors and their works.  JSTOR goes beyond literature to include mathematics, political science, history, and more. Both provide complete, curated content you can trust. World Book Online and Britannica Library Encyclopedias are a good starting point for virtually any research project.  These easy-to-use,  trusted sources are filled with timelines, articles and primary sources for students of all ages.   Biography In Context This authoritative reference tool provides biographical information on a wide array of historically significant figures and present-day newsmakers and covers figures from business, government, law, education, sports, music, and entertainment, as well as literature and scientific research. Opposing Viewpoints In Context   and   Issues & Controversies Hone your critical thinking skills as you prepare for a class debate with Opposing Viewpoints In Context or Issues & Controversies. These free tools encourage student reflection and will spark dynamic class discussion.   These and other resources are available resources are available free with your library card .

Develop a reading routine with your newborn. Continue to read with your child even when they become independent readers. Reread your child’s favorite stories. Visit the library early and often to check out a variety of books or attend free programs like story times. Read everyday things like road signs, grocery lists, cereal boxes, instructions, recipes, etc. to your child so they pick up new vocabulary. Mix things up by listening to audio books together. Set an example by reading your own books, magazines, etc. in front of your child. Talk positively about reading. Have rich conversations with your child about what you’re doing; speak in full sentences and use interesting words to boost their vocabulary. Understand the basics about learning to read. Talk to your child’s teacher or doctor if you have concerns about your child’s development.    Adapted from 10 Things You Can Do to Raise a Reader | Reading Rockets

How is it that with windows shut and air conditioners running full tilt we still have dust?  Where is it coming from?  This month CR has some surprising information about “What’s in your Dust.”  A professor of pharmacology interviewed for the article noted that: “While it is hard to document exactly how exposure to … dust affects health … exposure to some of the compounds in dust has been linked to age related problems.”  There are simple steps you can take to reduce dust in your home such as cleaning those hard-to-reach places, replacing air filters, using an air purifier, or turning on a dehumidifier.  A good vacuum cleaner is an important tool for removing dust too.  You’ll find suggestions for good buys on all these dust fighting tools and ratings that will help you find the vacuum that’s right for you.      Learn how to “Save Big at the Supermarket” and enjoy your shopping experience.  This article will help you avoid paying high prices by explaining how you can take advantage of store brands and loyalty programs, and by introducing you to mobile apps for in-store shopping that allow you to “clip” coupons as you shop.  Many grocery stores try to add something extra to the shopping experience.  Have you used a “smart cart” yet, or an “Amazon One palm reader?”  Some stores even offer health checks, provide knife sharpening, or sport cafes and bakeries to enhance your shopping experience.     Now, here is a topic that is never easy to think about: “The Last Goodbye.”  CR points out that there are many factors to consider when planning a funeral and that it is a good idea to make some arrangements in advance.  Be sure to make your wishes known and consider starting a savings account to help with expenses.  This greatly eases the burden on those who will carry out your wishes.  CR looks at six funeral options including traditional burial and cremation, the two most commonly selected, as well as “more eco-friendly and often less costly” options.      Other Product Lists: Get Your Tiles and Grout Really Clean An Easy Way to Make Ice Great Grains in Just 90 Seconds Get Passports Fast Cordless Drills Top Air Fryers From Our Tests

In August, the Book Cellar will continue to feature a variety of summer reads, but we'll also be celebrating back-to-school time with special displays throughout the store. Special Event Saturday, August 17, 1-3 p.m. Adoptable kittens and cats from the local cat-rescue organization For the Cats' Sake will be visiting the Book Cellar. Please come see these adorable kitties and consider giving one (or more!) of them a forever home! Follow us on  Facebook  to stay up-to-date on all of the latest Book Cellar news! John Barton Payne Bldg., Warrenton Fridays & Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

The green and white encyclopedia loomed large in my childhood.  My parents bought the set from a traveling salesman, a great expense for our household.  We used it at our kitchen table to complete homework assignments and to settle disputes about geography, history or biography. Today my parents wouldn’t have to make such a costly investment.    While encyclopedias have gone the way of printed phone books, they and other great homework help are available electronically from your local library. All free to use with a library card from your home, school, office or the library.   We subscribe to more than 50 premium online reference and homework resources  including the World Book , BrainFuse , Great Courses , Peterson’s Test Prep , Science Online , Universal Class , JSTOR , The Wall Street Journal  and The New York Times .    For our youngest learners, check out Just for Kids , with educational videos including S esame Street, The Electric Company, Reading Rainbow, the Berenstain Bears, Franklin , plus songs, games and story times that are sure to entertain, educate, and inspire young children.   Most of you reading this already have a card. But does your best friend? Neighbor? Boss? Take up the charge and sing the library’s praises to those who aren’t in the know.    More homework.   Make sure every student you know goes back to school with a library card.  It’ll set them up for a successful academic year.   When we broke up my parent’s household, no one wanted the iconic encyclopedia.  Instead, we chose from yearbooks that my mother had religiously bought to keep the set up to date. The green and white book sits on my shelf now, a reminder of loving parents determined to see that their kids had what they needed to succeed in school.     Make sure you do the same for yours.   Maria Del Rosso Director, Fauquier Public Library

We parked the car in the Safeway parking lot but didn’t get out.  We had listened to actor Jim Dale bring to life the story of Harry Potter, the boy wizard, to and from our trip to West Virginia.  Now, as Dale read the concluding chapter, we cheered to hear Gryffindor pull ahead to take the championship cup away from awful Slytherin.    We went on to listen to many wonderful books during my son’s childhood and teen years.  The shared memories provide a frame of reference that we often invoke to describe a person, situation or event.    You can capture the same experience this summer.  Here’s a list of good books for families  to listen to.  Whether it’s Charlotte’s Web , The Penderwicks , or any of the other recommended books, the benefits of a family reading together will be repaid in full measure.  Trust me.   There are more ways the library can figure into your summer plans. If you’re headed to the beach, lake or other restful spot, pack a bag of books to keep you company.  These are good beach or staycation reads .    If you’re not venturing far but would like some suggestions for area road trips, here’s a list  that may lead to some unexpected finds.   But, if you are traveling further afield where another language is spoken, Transparent Languages  will help you find a taxi, hotel, ask for the bill or the nearest restroom.   And, finally, our summer reading program  goes on until Aug 3.  We have lots of animals showing up along with famous authors, escape room escapades and science experiments.   Our summer theme is Adventure Begins at Your Library.  The operative word is “begins” but who knows where it will lead?  Get out your library card and find out.   Maria Del Rosso Director, Fauquier County Public Library

Join us in July for a special Meet the Author series featuring well-known YA and children's authors. From graphic novels, to poetry, to illustrated children’s series, our summer author talks online are fun for the whole family to share!   We are hosting special watch parties for two of the July authors, Kate DiCamillo and Elizabeth Acevedo. Events will also be live streamed and available on-demand.   A Visit to Deckawoo Drive with Mercy Watson & Kate DiCamillo Watch Party at Bealeton branch & Warrenton central library  | Virtual | On-Demand Tuesday, July 9 | 2-2:30 p.m. Learn More | Register Join us for a special watch party and virtual visit to Deckawoo Drive with everyone’s favorite adventure loving pig, Mercy Watson! Newbery Medal winning author Kate DiCamillo will be sharing the stories behind the creation of her early chapter book series, the original   Mercy Watson , and the follow up series, Tales from Deckawoo Drive . We will also be celebrating the publication of the final book in the Mercy Watson  series!  Popcorn will be provided! Max Brallier Virtual | On-Demand Tuesday, July 16| 2-3 pm Learn More | Register   Would you survive a zombie apocalypse? New York Times bestselling author Max Brallier will discuss The Last Kids on Earth , both the book series and the animated series on Netflix.    Max will share how he came up with the different monsters and villains as well as the unique ways that Jack and his friends figure out to defeat them. Brallier is the New York Times bestselling author of more than fifty books, including The Last Kids on Earth series. Under the pen name Jack Chabert, he created the Eerie Elementary series and graphic novel Poptropica: Mystery of the Map .   Learning the Power of Poetry with Elizabeth Acevedo Watch Party at Warrenton central library | Virtual | On-Demand Tuesday, July 23  |  2-3 p.m. Learn More | Register Teens are invited to join us for a special watch party to learn about the power of poetry with Elizabeth Acevedo! In this exciting author conversation and Q&A Acevedo will provide a short reading from her National Book Award winning and New York Times bestselling novel-in-verse, The Poet X  serving as the backdrop to this amazing chat! Popcorn will be provided! Dan Santat Virtual | On-Demand Tuesday, July 30 | 2-2:45 p.m. Learn More | Register   Join us for a virtual chat with Dan Santat winner of the 2024 National Book Award for Young People's Literature. Santat inspires tweens and teens to tell their own stories through graphic novels. His winning book, A First Time for Everything , is a graphic memoir based on his own awkward middle school years and the trip to Europe that changed his life.   Meet the Author  is sponsored by Friends of the Fauquier Library and made possible through the Library Speaker’s Consortium. Two to three programs are offered each month.

Read. Shop. Buy smart. Can you save money by switching from cable to live TV streaming services? Consider the kinds of programs each provides then compare the costs for these streaming services to your current cable bill to see if you should switch.  Before cutting the cord, however, CR suggests that talking to someone in your cable provider’s “retention department” to see if you can negotiate for a better price. When spending time outside this summer, don’t forget the sunscreen.  “Why You Still Need Sunscreen” is a great product update with ratings for many popular brands.  Do you want a chemical or mineral based sunscreen?  There’s even a “Green Choice” and information on how to get “Great Protection for Less.”  Flip ahead and read the article on how to “Stay Cool Even in Extreme Heat” for tips on how to deal with summer power outages, devices that will help keep you cool, and even reminders about simple things to stay safe in the heat. Whether you are inside or outside during these hot summer days granola can be a healthy snack to have along… if you know what to look for.  CR notes that granola has long had a “bad rap because of the fat, sugar and calories it contains.” There are, however, healthy options. See ratings for “The Best and Worst Granola.” Other Product List: The Best Paper Towels For Better Grilling Try These Ant-Proof Your Home Our Favorite Supermarket Ice Creams Avoid Big Medical Bills When Traveling Abroad What to Do If Your Phone Gets Wet 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.

Get out of the heat and browse the COOL books at the Book Cellar this summer! In June, you’ll find lots of Father’s Day gift options, along with displays on the Juneteenth holiday and summer cooking. Summer Reads will be featured throughout the store in July,  If you need ideas for vacation trips to local areas (think 1-day summer getaways!), check out our wide range of books on local travel as well. Have a safe and relaxing summer! Follow us on Facebook to stay up-to-date on all of the latest Book Cellar news! John Barton Payne Bldg., Warrenton Fridays & Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Read. Shop. Buy smart. If you've done a little home vegetable gardening, you’ve surely noticed the damage that pests can cause. What pesticides and chemicals are used to grow the unblemished produce found in grocery stores? Read “How Pesticides Can Harm You” to find out why these chemicals may pose a health risk. CR looked at 59 common fruits and vegetables and used data collected by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to evaluate which foods were risky. They found that 20% of the foods they tested posed a high risk from pesticides. Read “Problem Produce” for details about these foods and for tips on how to safely use them. See how your favorite foods stack up in the “Test Results.” Thinking about upgrading your TV? Turn to “Best TVs From Our Tests” for guidance on selecting a new television CR advises: “start with screen size” as you consider what to buy. Read “Focus on Picture Quality” if you like to view shows in the company of others where it is important to display a quality picture to those who will be viewing more from the side. “Installing Your New TV” offers some good advice on how to safely mount the new set on your wall and when it might be worth it to pay for installation. Summer is coming and air conditioners will be working hard… and costing money! Although today's consumers are using less energy than just 15 years ago, energy costs have gone up at the same time. “Lower Your Energy Bills Right Now” shows us that there is still more we can do to save. “An Easy Way to Save $1,000” outlines four simple changes to make. Get tips on everything from adjusting ceiling fans and getting a tight seal on windows to timing the use of appliances to avoid peak electric rates in “Little Changes for Big Savings.” If this is the year you want to make some big changes read: “When Major Energy Improvements Pay Off” to find out which changes are most cost effective. Other topics covered in this issue: * Get Around Town More Easily * How To Track Your Health At Home * Credit Cards With the Best Perks * Keeping Rugs, Carpets and Floors Clean * Taking Care of Your Lawn * Keep Your Car in Great Shape 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. To learn more about library programs and services, sign up for our newsletters.

Travel to a galaxy far, far away with a special Star Wars Day display in May. We’ll also have special displays to celebrate the following: · Virginia Gold Cup & the Kentucky Derby · Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month · Mother's Day · Memorial Day Follow us on Facebook to stay up-to-date on all of the latest Book Cellar news! John Barton Payne Bldg., WarrentonFridays & Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.