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Read to a Dog

For Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
2025-08-06 11:00:00 2025-08-06 12:00:00 America/New_York Read to a Dog Spend some time relaxing and reading to a therapy dog! First and third Wednesdays of the month. Aspen Hill Library -

Wednesday, August 06
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-06 11:00:00 2025-08-06 12:00:00 America/New_York Read to a Dog Spend some time relaxing and reading to a therapy dog! First and third Wednesdays of the month. Aspen Hill Library -

Spend some time relaxing and reading to a therapy dog! First and third Wednesdays of the month.

Read to a friendly canine friend in a no-judgement zone. Bring your preferred book, or choose from the selection of books we will provide.

For adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Groups are welcome!

Questions about this program? Contact the branch: Aspen Hill Library, 240 773-9409

Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. 

Accommodation Requests

People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.

 mh 1.1 01/03/2023

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Reading Programs | Disability Interest |

TAGS: | Adults with IDD |

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Mon, Aug 04 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 05 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 06 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 07 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 10 10:00AM to 6:00PM
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Upcoming Events

Manga Cafe for Tweens & Teens
Tue, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
This event is full
Read to a Dog - For Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Wed, Aug 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Manga Cafe for Tweens & Teens
Wed, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
This event is full
Manga Cafe for Tweens & Teens
Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Baby Storytime at Aspen Hill - Followed by Stay and Play!
Fri, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Read to a Dog
Sat, Aug 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Culturally Appropriate Nutrition Training & Guidance - A Culturally Responsive Nutrition & Health Series
Sat, Aug 09, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Chess Club - presented by the Aspen Hill Library Teen Advisory Board
Sat, Aug 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Preschool Storytime at Aspen Hill - Followed by Stay and Play!
Mon, Aug 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Teen Art Club
Tue, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Resources Information Table - at Aspen Hill Library
Thu, Aug 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Teen Gaming Club
Thu, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cancelled
Baby Storytime at Aspen Hill - Followed by Stay and Play!
Fri, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Read to a Dog
Sat, Aug 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Making Healthier Food Choices While Respecting Cultural Traditions - A Culturally Responsive Nutrition & Health Series
Sat, Aug 16, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Preschool Storytime at Aspen Hill - Followed by Stay and Play!
Mon, Aug 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Intro to TikTok - A Senior Planet Tech Lecture
Tue, Aug 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
DIY Nail Art for Tweens & Teens
Tue, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cancelled
Read to a Dog - For Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Wed, Aug 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Resources Information Table - at Aspen Hill Library
Fri, Aug 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Baby Storytime at Aspen Hill - Followed by Stay and Play!
Fri, Aug 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Read to a Dog
Sat, Aug 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Basic Computer / Internet Introduction
Sat, Aug 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
This event is full
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Sat, Aug 23, 1:30pm - 5:30pm
Chess Club: Tournament - hosted by the Aspen Hill Library Teen Advisory Board
Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Aspen Hill Adult Community Craft Club - Come for the Crafts, Stay for the Connection!
Sun, Aug 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Preschool Storytime at Aspen Hill - Followed by Stay and Play!
Mon, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Baby Storytime at Aspen Hill - Followed by Stay and Play!
Fri, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
My Little Light Yoga
Sat, Aug 30, 10:30am - 11:15am
Read to a Dog
Sat, Aug 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
English Conversation Club - at Aspen Hill Library
Thu, Sep 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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