Reading to a Therapy Dog
Friday 9 October 2026 at 4:00 PM
Friday 16 October 2026 at 4:00 PM
Friday 23 October 2026 at 4:00 PM
Friday 30 October 2026 at 4:00 PM
Friday 6 November 2026 at 4:00 PM
Friday 13 November 2026 at 4:00 PM
Friday 20 November 2026 at 4:00 PM
Friday 27 November 2026 at 4:00 PM
Friday 9 October 2026 at 4:00 PM
Friday 16 October 2026 at 4:00 PM
Friday 23 October 2026 at 4:00 PM
Friday 30 October 2026 at 4:00 PM
Friday 6 November 2026 at 4:00 PM
Friday 13 November 2026 at 4:00 PM
Friday 20 November 2026 at 4:00 PM
Friday 27 November 2026 at 4:00 PM
Colchester Library
Event Description
Join us in the Children's Library to read one of your favourite books to our wonderful accredited therapy dogs.
This event is suitable for children aged 6 to 12, who must be accompanied by a responsible adult during their time.
Each child will get a 10 minute slot, on a first come first served basis; so make sure to join us promptly!
We have plenty of books to choose from, so come and develop your literary confidence with our keen listening canine friends.
When
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday 9 October 2026
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4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday 16 October 2026
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Friday 23 October 2026
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Friday 30 October 2026
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4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday 6 November 2026
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4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday 13 November 2026
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4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday 20 November 2026
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4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday 27 November 2026
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Where
Colchester Library
Trinity Square
Colchester CO1 1JB
UK
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Notes & Requirements
Ages 6 to 11, bring along a trusted adult.
Bookings
There's no need to book your place for this event. Just meet us at Colchester Library.
| EVENT NAME | Date | LOCATION | Age restriction | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading to a Therapy Dog | 30 October 2026 at 4:00 PM | Colchester Library | Ages 6-12 | |
| Reading to a Therapy Dog | 6 November 2026 at 4:00 PM | Colchester Library | Ages 6-12 | |
| Come and Meet the Amazing Therapy Dog | 7 November 2026 at 11:00 AM | Sible Hedingham Library | ||
| Reading to a Therapy Dog | 13 November 2026 at 4:00 PM | Colchester Library | Ages 6-12 | |
| Reading to a Therapy Dog | 20 November 2026 at 4:00 PM | Colchester Library | Ages 6-12 | |
| Reading to a Therapy Dog | 27 November 2026 at 4:00 PM | Colchester Library | Ages 6-12 | |
| Come and Meet the Amazing Therapy Dog | 5 December 2026 at 11:00 AM | Sible Hedingham Library | ||
| Come and Meet the Amazing Therapy Dog | 2 January 2027 at 11:00 AM | Sible Hedingham Library | ||
| Come and Meet the Amazing Therapy Dog | 6 February 2027 at 11:00 AM | Sible Hedingham Library |
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