This event is in the past.It took place on April 21, 2026 at East Fishkill Community Library.
Literature TalkLiterature TalkShy readers find their voice reading aloud to Anita, a gentle German Shepherd therapy dog who never interrupts. Kids ages 5+ get 15 minutes of one-on-one practice with the world's most patient audience.
Kids confidence building
Gentle German Shepherd
One-on-one sessions
Library program
Tips
🐕"furry and non-judgemental listener"
📚bring a book from home or borrow one
👨👩👧parents stay nearby but don't participate
Read to Anita
Hopewell Junction
Literature TalkLiterature TalkShy readers find their voice reading aloud to Anita, a gentle German Shepherd therapy dog who never interrupts. Kids ages 5+ get 15 minutes of one-on-one practice with the world's most patient audience.
Kids confidence building
Gentle German Shepherd
One-on-one sessions
Library program
Tips
🐕"furry and non-judgemental listener"
📚bring a book from home or borrow one
👨👩👧parents stay nearby but don't participate
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