Dogs Enjoy Afternoon Reading (D.E.A.R.)

November 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM MST to November 8, 2026 at 3:00 PM MST

At Longmont Public Library, 355 Emery St, Longmont, CO 80501

1st-5th grade Library Meeting Rooms No registration required This program is in English Dogs Enjoy Afternoon Reading (D.E.A.R.) is the cutest program at the Library! This free program is designed for new readers and kids who want to practice their reading with a non-judgmental, furry audience a.k.a. a trained therapy dog. Each child reads at their own pace to one or more of our friendly dogs. Adults are welcome to read to or help newer readers. No registration is necessary, but please check-in with the staff member at the event to get on the list to read, sometimes there is a little wait. We will have a selection of books on hand to read or you can bring your own! This is a great way to build literacy skills, associate reading with fun, and develop confidence and motivation to keep up with the practice of learning to read. This program is generously supported by the Friends of the Longmont Library. About the Therapy Teams Each dog is accompanied by a handler to form a therapy team. Our handlers are with the dogs at all times to ensure a safe and calm environment for everyone. All of our teams are tested, registered and insured through a nationally recognized program.

Library Meeting Rooms

Free

1st-5th grade

1st-5th grade Library Meeting Rooms No registration required This program is in English Dogs Enjoy Afternoon Reading (D.E.A.R.) is the cutest program at the Library!

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