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Read to a Dog

Larry
2024-07-31 15:30:00 2024-07-31 16:30:00 America/Denver Read to a Dog Improve reading and communication skills by reading a book to a registered therapy dog. Stop by the information desk for more details and to sign-up for the program. Millcreek -

Wednesday, July 31
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-07-31 15:30:00 2024-07-31 16:30:00 America/Denver Read to a Dog Improve reading and communication skills by reading a book to a registered therapy dog. Stop by the information desk for more details and to sign-up for the program. Millcreek -

Improve reading and communication skills by reading a book to a registered therapy dog. Stop by the information desk for more details and to sign-up for the program.

AGE GROUP: | School Age (ages 6 to 9 yrs) |

EVENT TYPE: | Drop-In Activity | Community |

TAGS: | tales with tails | read with a dog | read to a dog | dog |

Millcreek
Phone: 801-943-4636
Branch manager
Laura Renshaw
Hours
Mon, May 13 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, May 14 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, May 15 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, May 16 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 17 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 18 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 19 Closed
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Upcoming events

Teen Hangout
Fri, May 17, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Hang out in the meeting room to chat with friends, play video games, color, and eat snacks.
Teen Karaoke Party & Nerf Battle
Fri, May 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Come celebrate the end of the school year with a teen-exclusive after-hours party at the library! Join in on an epic nerf battle and sing karaoke at the top of your lungs! Must be 12 or older to join.
Knitting Classes
Sat, May 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Knitting Classes (and knitting help) offered through the Salt Lake Knitting Guild.
Toddler Playtime
Mon, May 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Millcreek Storytime Room
Bring your little ones for free play time and social interaction. Toys, tunnels, and more!
Magic the Gathering
Mon, May 20, 2:45pm - 5:00pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Meet with other teens to play this tabletop card game filled with strategy and fantasy. Practice decks and instruction provided for new players.
Millcreek Cookbook Club
Mon, May 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
We'll be discussing cookbooks, recipes, and more. Please contact Millcreek Ref Desk in person, by phone, or email mccref@slcolibrary.org for more info.
Storytime: Preschool
Tue, May 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Interactive early learning storytime for preschoolers and their caring adult(s) with talking, singing, reading, writing and play.
After School - Art and Math
Tue, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Learn how math and art work together and create your own masterpiece.
Millcreek Community Writing Group - In Partnership with the Community Writing Center | SLCC
Tue, May 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Join our writing group! All writers are welcome to participate in this casual, inclusive meeting.
Storytime - Toddler
Wed, May 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Interactive early learning storytime for toddlers (0-4) and their caring adult(s) with talking, singing, reading, writing and play.
Millcreek Wednesday Afternoon Book Club - "Lady Tan's Circle of Women" by Lisa See
Wed, May 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Come join our book group for a discussion of "Lady Tan's Circle of Women" by Lisa See Loved the book? Hated the book? Couldn't finish it? Come join us anyway! Newcomers are always welcome!
Teen Art Club
Wed, May 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Calling aspiring artists everywhere! Come create art, make friends, and eat snacks!
Utah Puppet Theater - Three Little Wolves and the Big Bad Pig
Thu, May 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Three furry friends want to go on a picnic but big bad pig keeps stealing food. The first wolf hides it in a basket of straw, the second in a basket of wood. How can the third wolf stop that pig?
Teen Rainbow Alliance
Thu, May 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
This is a safe and all-inclusive space for young adult LGBTQIA+ community members and their allies to forge friendships, build community, and discuss and organize around important issues.
Teen Hangout
Fri, May 24, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Hang out in the meeting room to chat with friends, play video games, color, and eat snacks.
Read to a Dog - Lili
Fri, May 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Improve reading and communication skills by reading a book to a registered therapy dog. Stop by the information desk for more details and to sign-up for the program.
Tiny Art Show Entries Due
Sat, May 25, All day
Please return your tiny artwork before May 25th! This artwork will be put on display in the library from June 3-July 31.
Storytime: Preschool
Tue, May 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Interactive early learning storytime for preschoolers and their caring adult(s) with talking, singing, reading, writing and play.
LEGO® Club
Tue, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Build and create with tons of our LEGO® bricks.
Adult Craft Night: Tiny Art Show - Create your own mini masterpiece for display at the library
Tue, May 28, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
The library will be holding a Tiny Art Show this summer. Get a jump on this by creating your own tiny 4"x4" masterpiece.
Storytime - Toddler
Wed, May 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Interactive early learning storytime for toddlers (0-4) and their caring adult(s) with talking, singing, reading, writing and play.
Read to a Dog - Larry
Wed, May 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Improve reading and communication skills by reading a book to a registered therapy dog. Stop by the information desk for more details and to sign-up for the program.
Storytime: Toddler
Thu, May 30, 9:45am - 10:15am
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Interactive early learning storytime for toddlers and their caring adult(s) with talking, singing, reading, writing, and play.
Storytime: Preschool
Thu, May 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Interactive early learning storytime for preschoolers and their caring adult(s) with talking, singing, reading, writing and play.
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens - Character Creation and Gameplay for Beginners
Thu, May 30, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Join us for a special session of Dungeons and Dragons for Teens focused solely on character creation and gameplay for beginners. Come learn how to play this popular tabletop game!
Knitting Classes
Sat, Jun 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Knitting Classes (and knitting help) offered through the Salt Lake Knitting Guild.
Mini Lantern Craft Kit
Mon, Jun 03, All day
Grab a craft kit to take home and make a mini lantern that looks like a fire! While supplies last.
Millcreek Community Writing Group - In Partnership with the Community Writing Center | SLCC
Tue, Jun 04, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Join our writing group! All writers are welcome to participate in this casual, inclusive meeting.
All Ages Chess Club
Wed, Jun 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Join our chess club to learn, practice, and sharpen your chess skills. Chess boards will be provided and instruction is available for new players.
Toddler Playtime
Thu, Jun 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Bring your little ones for free play time and social interaction. Toys, activities, and more!
Knitting Classes
Sat, Jun 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Knitting Classes (and knitting help) offered through the Salt Lake Knitting Guild.
Roller Coaster Adventures
Sat, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
An interactive STEM exploration of the kinetic and potential energies that work together to keep rollercoasters moving. Build, play and learn the ups and downs of these popular rides.
Tiny Art Show Kits - Participate in our Tiny Art Show this Summer!
Mon, Jun 10, All day
Kits to participate in our Tiny Art Show will be June 10th. Two kits will be available per family per day, while supplies last.
Utah Puppet Theater - Jack and the Beanstalk
Tue, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Jack is worried about the noisy thunder shaking up his farm. A slick salesman, a few magic beans, and he is climbing the beanstalk to investigate. It's that pesky giant, of course, sneezing!
LEGO® Club
Tue, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Build and create with tons of our LEGO® bricks.
Millcreek Tuesday Evening Book Club - "The Measure" by Nikki Erlick
Tue, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:20pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Join our discussion on "The Measure" by Nikki Erlick
Current Events with Tim Chambless
Wed, Jun 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Come listen to University of Utah Professor of Political Science, Tim Chambless, speak about our government and other topics in the news. Questions and discussion encouraged!
Read to a Dog - Larry
Wed, Jun 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Improve reading and communication skills by reading a book to a registered therapy dog. Stop by the information desk for more details and to sign-up for the program.
Toddler Playtime
Thu, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Bring your little ones for free play time and social interaction. Toys, activities, and more!
Father's Day Card Station
Fri, Jun 14, All day
Come make a card for a father you love! We have the supplies--you bring the love.
Read to a Dog - Lili
Fri, Jun 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Improve reading and communication skills by reading a book to a registered therapy dog. Stop by the information desk for more details and to sign-up for the program.
Father's Day Card Station
Sat, Jun 15, All day
Come make a card for a father you love! We have the supplies--you bring the love.
Knitting Classes
Sat, Jun 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Knitting Classes (and knitting help) offered through the Salt Lake Knitting Guild.
Taylor's Traveling Troupe - Petting Zoo
Sat, Jun 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
A petting zoo featuring reptiles, exotics and farm animals that you can pet and hold.
Yoga Storytime and Songs with Lizzy Luna
Tue, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Strengthen young bodies, minds and imaginations through movement, mindfulness, melody, and original music and storytelling.
Millcreek Community Writing Group - In Partnership with the Community Writing Center | SLCC
Tue, Jun 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Join our writing group! All writers are welcome to participate in this casual, inclusive meeting.
All Ages Chess Club
Wed, Jun 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Join our chess club to learn, practice, and sharpen your chess skills. Chess boards will be provided and instruction is available for new players.
Toddler Playtime
Thu, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Bring your little ones for free play time and social interaction. Toys, activities, and more!
Knitting Classes
Sat, Jun 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Knitting Classes (and knitting help) offered through the Salt Lake Knitting Guild.
Millcreek Cookbook Club
Mon, Jun 24, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
We'll be discussing cookbooks, recipes, and more. Please contact Millcreek Ref Desk in person, by phone, or email mccref@slcolibrary.org for more info.
Camping Storytime
Tue, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Camping storytime and craft for preschool ages.
LEGO® Club
Tue, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Build and create with tons of our LEGO® bricks.
Escape from the Storyteller's Study - In-Person Escape Room
Tue, Jun 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Facilitated by Mystery Escape Room Utah.
Millcreek Wednesday Afternoon Book Club - "Once There Were Wolves" by Charlotte McConaghy
Wed, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Come join our book group for a discussion of "Once There Were Wolves" by Charlotte McConaghy Loved the book? Hated the book? Couldn't finish it? Come join us anyway! Newcomers are always welcome!
Read to a Dog - Larry
Wed, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Improve reading and communication skills by reading a book to a registered therapy dog. Stop by the information desk for more details and to sign-up for the program.
Toddler Playtime
Thu, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Bring your little ones for free play time and social interaction. Toys, activities, and more!
Read to a Dog - Lili
Fri, Jun 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Improve reading and communication skills by reading a book to a registered therapy dog. Stop by the information desk for more details and to sign-up for the program.
Knitting Classes
Sat, Jun 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Knitting Classes (and knitting help) offered through the Salt Lake Knitting Guild.
Lego Build-A-Thon
Tue, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
A lego building marathon with snacks and prizes!
Millcreek Tuesday Evening Book Club - "Legends & Lattes" by Travis Baldtree
Tue, Jul 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Join our discussion on "Legends & Lattes" by Travis Baldtree
Current Events with Tim Chambless
Wed, Jul 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Come listen to University of Utah Professor of Political Science, Tim Chambless, speak about our government and other topics in the news. Questions and discussion encouraged!
Read to a Dog - Larry
Wed, Jul 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Improve reading and communication skills by reading a book to a registered therapy dog. Stop by the information desk for more details and to sign-up for the program.
Eco Art with Tracy Aviary
Wed, Jul 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Tracy Aviary presents Eco Art
Toddler Playtime
Thu, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Bring your little ones for free play time and social interaction. Toys, activities, and more!
Knitting Classes
Sat, Jul 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Knitting Classes (and knitting help) offered through the Salt Lake Knitting Guild.
Movie and Craft Night - Kung Fu Panda 4
Mon, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Join us for a movie, snacks, and crafts! While supplies last.
Eco Art - In Partnership with Tracy Aviary
Wed, Jul 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Curiosity and exploration meet as you enjoy the outdoors while experiencing different aspects of nature with the library and experts from Tracy Aviary.
Yoga Storytime and Songs with Lizzy Luna
Thu, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Strengthen young bodies, minds and imaginations through movement, mindfulness, melody, and original music and storytelling.
Knitting Classes
Sat, Jul 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Knitting Classes (and knitting help) offered through the Salt Lake Knitting Guild.
HawkWatch Bird Show
Mon, Jul 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
A Hawkwatch International expert will bring different raptors for children and families to learn about and to see close up. Participation counts toward Summer Reading and the ZAP Passport.
LEGO® Club
Tue, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Build and create with tons of our LEGO® bricks.
Toddler Playtime
Thu, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Bring your little ones for free play time and social interaction. Toys, activities, and more!
Read to a Dog - Lili
Fri, Jul 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Improve reading and communication skills by reading a book to a registered therapy dog. Stop by the information desk for more details and to sign-up for the program.
Knitting Classes
Sat, Jul 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Knitting Classes (and knitting help) offered through the Salt Lake Knitting Guild.
Millcreek Cookbook Club
Mon, Jul 29, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
We'll be discussing cookbooks, recipes, and more. Please contact Millcreek Ref Desk in person, by phone, or email mccref@slcolibrary.org for more info.
Utah Puppet Theater - Three Silly Wishes
Tue, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
A fisherman makes an unusual catch - a talking fish! It promises three wishes to set it free. The fisherman does, but then makes some very silly wishes indeed. A lesson on thinking before you speak!
Read to a Dog - Larry
Wed, Jul 31, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Improve reading and communication skills by reading a book to a registered therapy dog. Stop by the information desk for more details and to sign-up for the program.
Knitting Classes
Sat, Aug 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Knitting Classes (and knitting help) offered through the Salt Lake Knitting Guild.
Knitting Classes
Sat, Aug 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Knitting Classes (and knitting help) offered through the Salt Lake Knitting Guild.
LEGO® Club
Tue, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Build and create with tons of our LEGO® bricks.
Millcreek Tuesday Evening Book Club - "The Lincoln Highway" by Amor Towles
Tue, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Millcreek Storytime Room
Join our discussion on "The Lincoln Highway" by Amor Towles
Current Events with Tim Chambless
Wed, Aug 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Millcreek Meeting Room (Capacity 99)
Come listen to University of Utah Professor of Political Science, Tim Chambless, speak about our government and other topics in the news. Questions and discussion encouraged!
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