Wednesday, August 7, 2013 at 3pm – Richmondtown Branch Library, 200 Clarke Ave, SINY 10306.  THIS EVENT WAS ORIGINALLY SET FOR WEDNESDAY JULY 31. IT’S NOW RESCHEDULED FOR WED AUG 7.  (The library will be closed July 31 for a tech upgrade.)

Kids ages 5-10 can have a lot of fun while they strengthen their reading skills and build confidence, by reading aloud to a patient listener: a licensed therapy dog, Sweetie Pie (a kindly boxer) and Gracie (a dachsund princess).  Kids can bring their favorite books from home, or borrow books from the library’s collection. 

Free.  Plenty of free parking.  Wheelchair accessible.  For directions via public transportation, visit www.hopstop.com.