Enjoy a fun read-along designed for children in 1st through 5th grade featuring Gizmo, the adorable therapy dog, and his friends.

In addition, children will have a chance to meet and greet several therapy dogs, courtesy of Dr. Dogs Therapy Group!

Gizmo and his friends will be at the following libraries on:

• Wednesday, June 21, from 10 am – 11 am at Central Library, 301 W. Claude St., (337) 721-7117
• Wednesday, June 28: 2 pm – 3 pm at Moss Bluff Library, 261 Parish Rd., (337) 721-7128
• Wednesday, June 28: 6 pm – 7 pm at the Sulphur Regional Library, 1160 Cypress St., (337) 721-7138

There will also be some “pawesome” activities introducing children to feelings, thoughts, and healthy actions to protect and support their mental health as they learn and grow.

This special partnership program is brought to you by Dr. Dogs Therapy Group (Fun with Fideaux), the McNeese Kay Doré Counseling Clinic, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, the Connecticut Suicide Advisory Board, and the Calcasieu Parish Public Library.

Parents and caregivers must register their children but do not need to register themselves. To sign up, call one of the branches above.

Adults must stay with their children during the program.

For more information on Gizmo’s “Pawesome” Guide to Mental Health, visit: www.gizmo4mentalhealth.org.