This event is in the past.It took place on March 3, 2026 at East Fishkill Community Library.


Practice reading out loud to Anita, a gentle German Shepherd who never interrupts or corrects you. Kids build confidence with a patient, furry audience in a cozy corner of the library.
Kids reading program
Therapy dog
Confidence building
One-on-one
Tips
📚bring a favorite book or grab one from the shelves
👨👩👧parents stay nearby but let kids read solo
🐕Anita is registered with Alliance of Therapy Dogs
Read to Anita
Hopewell Junction


Practice reading out loud to Anita, a gentle German Shepherd who never interrupts or corrects you. Kids build confidence with a patient, furry audience in a cozy corner of the library.
Kids reading program
Therapy dog
Confidence building
One-on-one
Tips
📚bring a favorite book or grab one from the shelves
👨👩👧parents stay nearby but let kids read solo
🐕Anita is registered with Alliance of Therapy Dogs
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