# Bark for Books (Parker)

> Program for families in the Denver–Aurora–Centennial area (CO). Times are Mountain Time.

- When: Mon & Tue 4–5:30pm; Saturdays 1–2:30pm, Nov 3–Dec 21 (6 dates on the library calendar)
- Where: Douglas County Libraries – Parker, 20105 East Mainstreet, Parker, CO 80138
- Ages: Children & Family
- Price: Free library program
- Schedule: Mon & Tue 4–5:30pm; Saturdays 1–2:30pm, Nov 3–Dec 21 (6 dates on the library calendar)
- Organizer: Douglas County Libraries
- Official page: https://www.dcl.org/
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 23

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Kids ages 6-12 boost their literacy skills by reading aloud to trained therapy dogs. Sign up for one 15-minute session. Please click HERE to register.

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