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PALMDALE \u2013 The popular \u201cBooks and Barks\u201d program, where kids are encouraged to read to friendly dogs, returns to the Palmdale City Library via Zoom on each Tuesday in March from 3 to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n
Interested persons may register by sending an email to pcl@cityofpalmdale.org by Thursday, Feb. 25. Include the participating child\u2019s name and age, and the preferred date in March: 2, 9, 16, 23 or 30. A Zoom account is required, and space is limited.<\/p>\n
\u201cWith the pandemic causing disruption to everyday life, reading practice may be something that kids are reluctant to do,\u201d said Library Associate Shay Hawken. \u201cSeeing their favorite therapy dog may motivate children to read and strengthen their skills.\u201d<\/p>\n
This event is a partnership between the Palmdale City Library and the High Desert Obedience Club Pet Pals therapy dogs. Books and Barks is designed to encourage children to develop their reading skills as they read stories to friendly, lovable dogs, without fear of being judged on their reading ability.<\/p>\n
Due to COVID-19, the Palmdale City Library is not open for walk-in services. Patrons may call the library for phone reference and readers advisory services, or place items on hold through the library\u2019s website that may be picked-up by appointment. Library staff is available to assist customers on the phone Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n