Read to a dog at the library!

submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library

The Manchester District Library (MDL) invites readers ages 6–9 to read to a dog on Wednesday, July 10, with appointments starting at 11am. This is a great opportunity for emerging readers to gain a positive attitude toward books and build self-confidence in their skills by reading to a therapy animal.

Klager students may recognize service dogs Lola or Cassi and their human, Cindy, who visited 2nd-grade classrooms during the last school year. MDL will provide a selection of books that readers are sure to love like dogs love bones!

Each reader will have 15 minutes to meet with and read to their four-pawed volunteer. Advance registration is required. Sign up at the circulation desk, by phone at (734)428-8045, or pick a time slot online.

Stop by the library or visit the event calendar for information about this and other great programs for all ages at the Manchester District Library (MDL). Questions? Call (734) 428-8045. The MDL is governed by an all-volunteer Board of Trustees. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month in the lower level Village Council Chambers. Members of the public are welcome to attend. MDL is located at 912 City Rd. Hours are Monday–Thursday, 10am–8pm; Friday, 10am–6pm; and Saturday, 10am–2pm. The most up-to-date hours and the latest news are always available on the MDL website. 

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by Sara Swanson

Sara Swanson is an editor, writer and founder of the Manchester Mirror.