Broome County Public Library Books and Reading Canine Program

If your child is struggling with reading and communication, the Broome County Public Library's Books and Reading Canine program might help, and it's absolutely free.

The "Books and Reading Canine" (BARK-9) program helps improve your child's reading and communication skills through a tried and true method- reading to a dog. BARK-9 uses registered therapy animals who have been tested for health, safety and temperament. These animals visit the library to hear kids read and it's a fun environment for everyone.

BARK-9 dogs will be available on the following dates:

Saturday, February 6, 2016 - 10:00 to 12:00
Saturday, February 20, 2016 - 10:00 to 12:00
Saturday, March 5, 2016 - 10:00 to 12:00
Saturday, March 19, 2016 - 10:00 to 12:00
Saturday, April 2, 2016 - 10:00 to 12:00 available on the following dates:

Feel free to bundle up your little one and drop by anytime between 10am and 12pm to read to a dog. Registration is not necessary. Butm if you'd like more information, please reach out to the Youth Services department of the Broome County Public Library at 607-778-6456.

[Broome County Public Library]