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Children's Library

The Bridgeport Public Library had a great day January 20, 2008 as over 200 people packed the facility for the special Sunday grand opening of the new children’s library. The bluegrass band, The Vaughn’s, provided first-class entertainment during the two hours the library was open. Members of the Teen Advisory Board supervised the younger children by having games such as a ring toss, coin pitch and bean bag toss that offered various prizes. Children were entertained by Ms. Terri’s balloon characters and the therapy dogs from the library’s monthly Dog Day Afternoon program were available to greet everyone. more....

BOOKS AND BABIES
Open to children ages 1-3, Books and Babies meets every Wednesday from 11-11:30 a.m. at the library. The sessions emphasize on word and number recognition, repetition, pre-phonics, and social interaction. For more information, call Bridgeport Public Library at 842-8248.

STORYTIME
Come and have fun at Storytime the first and third Saturdays of each month. Children ages 3 and older (parents, too) are welcome to share in the fun of stories, songs, crafts, and snacks. Reservations are always required by calling Bridgeport Public Library at 842-8248.

DOG DAY AFTERNOONS
We will once again be offering the Dog Day Afternoon activities for reading enhancement for young readers. This is the second year for the program, which occurs the fourth Saturday of each month at the library. Some sessions may be arranged on Wednesdays after school or early evening.

This is a special program brought to the library by six teams of local dog owners who have their dogs specially certified by Therapy Dogs International (T.D.I.). The dogs must pass basic obedience training (offered twice yearly by the Clarksburg Kennel Club) and additional training to attain the T.D.I. certification. Dogs re-certify yearly at their owners' expense, so all program activity is done thanks to these dedicated animal lovers who volunteer their time and talent.

Parents who would like to have their emergent readers interact with the dogs and participate in this activity need to contact Bridgeport Public Library, 842-8248, for more information or to schedule an appointment. The readers must be in first grade or older. Space is limited, so reservations are required.

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