Looking to reserve a spot in January’s Book Buddies reading program? Due to popular demand, we have extended our hours at the next Book Buddies reading program on Saturday, Jan. 11, at City Dog Vet Clinic . In addition to the regular schedule from 9:30-11:25 am, we have now added reading sessions from 11:40 am-12 pm, 12:10-12:30 pm, 12:40-1 pm, and 1:10-1:30 pm.

Reserve a reading session for a child to share a book or two with a Book Buddy here .

The Book Buddies can’t wait!

For people 18 years and younger, write fun animal stories in the Taradiddle Youth Writing Contests! You could win a prize and become a published author on the Taradiddle website .

The 2025 Contest Dates are March 20-24 and Sept. 11-15. Clues about the featured animal are emailed two months before each contest begins. The sooner you are signed up, the more clues you’ll receive. More information can be found here .

We wish all a happy, healthy, and safe holiday season. We look forward to seeing you in the new year!