More for Kids
Crafts on the Go
School-age children
Stop by the Youth Services desk to pick up a fun craft for your child. Bags area available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
Pajama Story Time
Children and families
This fun interactive story time is filled with stories, songs and activities. PJs welcome!
Paws to Read
Ages 5-10
Want to share your favorite book with a furry friend? Read aloud to a trained therapy dog from K-9 Caring Angels! Therapy dogs are great listeners and can’t wait to help you practice your reading skills while telling them a great tale. Children must be accompanied by parent or guardian; signed permission slip required.
SPLAT (Science, Play, Language, Art, Technology)
Ages 6-8
Learn about the world of science and technology with fun experiments, get creative with arts and crafts, and discover some awesome books! Only one bag per child and no more than two bags per family.
STEAM for Tweens
Ages 9-12
STEAM for Tweens uses fun experiments and activities to explore STEAM principles. New topic each month. Pick up a bag of supplies at the library, while supplies last.
September - Candy DNA: Use candy to create a DNA strand model. Bag pickup and on-demand viewing begins Tuesday, Sept. 2.
October - pH-un with Acids and Bases: Explore acids and bases and make a fun treat that mixes both together. Bag pickup and on-demand viewing begins Wednesday, Oct. 1.
November - Creature Camouflage: Learn how animals camouflage themselves to blend in with their environment through protective coloring.
Visit our YouTube channel to watch these and other STEAM for Tweens programs from Fauquier Public Library.
Summer Reading Program
This annual program provides free programs and activities suitable for all ages, from birth to adult. Participation promotes life-long learning, helps children retain their reading skills during the summer and motivates people of all ages to read.
Watch for details about the next summer reading program, coming soon!
The Naturalist Is In
Members of the Old Rag Virginia Master Naturalists answer questions about Virginia's flora and fauna.
Visit our calendar of events for the complete list of library programs.