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Friends of the Library Dinwiddie

We serve as a non-profit whose mission is to support and enhance the Dinwiddie Library through volunteerism, fundraising, and advocacy.

06/03/2026

Join us at the Dinwiddie Library on Monday, March 9th from 7:00–8:30 PM for a book talk and signing with former Virginia State Police Officer and former ATF Special Agent Jennifer Eskew.

In her memoir, Becoming Fire: Chasing the Passion to Protect, Serve, and Love: A True Crime Memoir, Eskew shares her barrier-breaking career as one of the first female officers in the Virginia State Police and the first full-time female undercover state police officer. She’ll discuss her undercover work in both the Virginia State Police and the ATF.

Following the talk, she will be available to sign copies of her book. Don’t miss this powerful evening of true crime and firsthand insight into a life of service.

26/02/2026

Join us for an inspiring evening of courage, service, and trailblazing leadership at the Dinwiddie Library.

On Monday, March 9th from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM, former Virginia State Police Officer and former ATF Special Agent Jennifer Eskew will present a book talk and signing for her powerful memoir, Becoming Fire: Chasing the Passion to Protect, Serve, and Love: A True Crime Memoir.

In Becoming Fire, Eskew shares her remarkable journey as one of the first female officers in the Virginia State Police and the first full-time female undercover state police officer. She will discuss her groundbreaking career working undercover in both the Virginia State Police and the ATF, offering firsthand insight into the challenges, risks, and triumphs of a life dedicated to protecting and serving.

Following the program, Jennifer Eskew will be available to sign copies of her book.

This is a unique opportunity to hear directly from a barrier-breaking law enforcement professional whose story is one of resilience, determination, and passion.

Location: Dinwiddie Library
Date: Monday, March 9
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

We hope to see you there for this compelling and unforgettable evening.

17/02/2026

Join us at the Dinwiddie Library for a special book talk and book signing with featured author Jennifer Eskew on Monday, March 9th from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm.

Eskew is a former Virginia State Police Trooper and former ATF Special Agent who broke barriers as one of the first female troopers in Virginia and the first full-time female undercover state police officer. Hear firsthand accounts from her career as she shares stories of working undercover and navigating investigations involving drug dealers, gun traffickers, and the high-risk situations that come with the job.

Copies of her book will be available for signing following the talk. This is a great opportunity to meet the author, hear her story, and ask questions.

Free and open to the public. All are welcome.

05/02/2026

Join us for a special Book Talk and Signing with Jennifer Eskew, author of Becoming Fire: Chasing the Passion to Protect, Serve, and Love: A True Crime Memoir.

Hear firsthand stories from her groundbreaking career as one of the first female officers in the Virginia State Police and her later work as a federal agent. Jennifer will share powerful true-crime experiences and insights from her memoir, followed by a book signing.

📅 Date: Monday, March 9th
🕖 Time: 7:00–8:30 pm
📍 Location: Dinwiddie Library

This free, public event is perfect for readers, history and true-crime fans, and anyone interested in law enforcement stories. Come early, bring your questions, and stay for the signing!

10/12/2025

Please join us today from 3pm-6pm for our Holday Open House at the Dinwiddie Library. There will be door prizes, refreshments, and fellowship. While you're at the library, please check out the our Half-Off Book Sale.

08/12/2025

Due to the winter weather, the Dinwiddie Friends of the Library Holiday Open House has been postponed from this evening to Wednesday, December 10th, from 3pm-6pm. Please come by on Wednesday and enjoy door prizes, good food, and fellowship. You can also enjoy our book sale that runs through January.

05/12/2025

Due to inclement weather, today's Holiday Open House has been postponed from today to Monday, December 8th from 3pm to 6pm. Enjoy door prizes, good food, and fellowship. You can also enjoy our book sale that runs through January. We hope to see you on Monday.

20/10/2025

Just a quick reminder that the Friends of the Library Dinwiddie is still collecting yarn for its October Yarn Drive. All yarn will be donated to knitters making items for charity. Make sure you drop your yarn by the Dinwiddie Library on or before October 31st.

12/08/2025

Stop by the Dinwiddie Branch to pick up your Back-to-School gift and kick off an amazing new school year!

13/05/2025

On this rainy day, we thought we'd share this beautiful picture of the Dinwiddie Library.

05/05/2025

Please don't miss tonight's Friends of the Library Dinwiddie program: a Southeast Asia Travelogue from 7-8pm at the Dinwiddie Library. World traveler Susan Chappell will share her experience journeying through the nations of: Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam. Please come along for this sight-seeing adventure through pictures and storytelling.

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14103 Boydton Plank Road

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