Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Derby library offers 'Read to Sandy' program

 Therapy dog is all ears
     DERBY - The Derby Public Library welcomes back Margie Miles and Sandy her therapy dog as they begin another year of the popular "Read to Sandy" program. 
      On Dec. 18 from 6-7 p.m., children ages 5-11 are invited to share a book with Sandy.
      Each child will be given a 10-15 minute time slot to read to the dog.

      Sandy and Margie are registered with Therapy Dogs, Inc. and volunteer at local schools, hospitals, and nursing homes. 
      This is a great opportunity for beginner or reluctant readers, as well as experienced readers, to build confidence, and enhance their reading skills. The program encourages a love of reading.
     Come select a book from “Sandy’s Favorites” on display each month in the Children’s Room. 
     Registration is requested. For information or to register, call the Children’s Room at 203-736-1482, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org

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