ONE BOOK, ONE COMMUNITY:
ERIE COUNTY READS
Marley & Me: Life and Love with
the World’s Worst Dog
by John Grogan

Find out what happens when everyone
in Erie County reads the same book.
Join us for book discussions or special
programs during the month of October.

Meet the author on Thursday, November 1
at 7:00 p.m. at the Sandusky State Theatre.
No tickets required for this free event

"MORNING MIX" MUTTS
Thursdays, October 4, 11, 18, and 25 at 9:15 a.m.
Library Program Room, Terrace Level

Every Thursday morning at 8:45 a.m. an adoptable dog is featured on MIX102.7. These loveable dogs are available for adoption from the Erie County and Ottawa County Humane Societies and from the Erie County Dog Pound. Meet that morning's featured dog at the Library at 9:15 a.m. You might just find yourself bringing home a special addition to your family!

A DOG'S BEST FRIENDS
Saturday, October 6 at 2:00 p.m.
Library Program Room, Terrace Level

Join Rose Lener, Director of the Old Mason Animal Rescue (www.omar.cc), and Lizzie, the OMAR Mascot Dog, when they show you how anyone can be a dog's best friend! You don't have to be an expert to provide a happy, healthy life for your dog. You don't have to be an "animal rescuer" to make our community a better place for pets! Joining them will be Dr. Jerry Farkas, D.V.M, M.A., who will discuss the importance of keeping your dog healthy by providing the proper medical care. Registration is not required.

PAWS TO READ
Saturdays, October 6, 13, 20, and 27 at 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Storytime Room, Children's Services

To help improve their reading skills, children in kindergarten - 5th grade are invited to read
in 15-minute segments to Daisy, a therapy dog. Daisy, a five-year-old Beagle, is looking forward to sharing some great books with you! To sign-up to read to Daisy, call or visit Children's Services at 419-625-3834.

BOOK DISCUSSION FOR ADULTS
Marley & Me: Life and Love with the World’s Worst Dog
Sunday, October 7, at 2:00 p.m. and repeated on
Monday, October 15 at 6:30 p.m.
Library Program Room, Terrace Level

Join us to discuss this special One Book, One Community: Erie County Reads choice. To register and pick up a copy of the book, stop by the Reader's Advisory Desk, Level 1.

DOG DAY AFTERNOON
Saturday, October 13, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Library Program Room, Terrace Level

Needed: Dog Lovers of all ages to emBARK on a doggone good adventure! Join us as we roam to the "grooming station," play Bow Wow Bingo, listen to Man's Best Friend's favorite stories, visit with Clifford the Big Red Dog, dig up a good craft, and reward yourself over at
the "Dog Bone Bakery." Registration is required and begins October 6. Give us a WOOF at the Children's Services Desk to register for this family program or call 419-625-3834 and press Option 5.

PICKING YOUR NEW BEST FRIEND
Sunday, October 14, at 2:30 p.m.
Library Program Room, Terrace Level

Amy Porter, Erie County Humane Society representative, will share tips on choosing
the best dog for your family. She will also provide information on how to care for your new best friend.

SPECIAL EDITION: TEEN BOOK DISCUSSION
Marley: A Dog Like No Other
Sunday, October 14, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Children's Program Room, Carnegie Wing

For this special edition of the Teen Book Discussion, ages 10-15 are invited. A special "visitor" may even stop by! Registration is requested. To register and pick up a copy of the book, stop by the Reader's Advisory Desk, Level 1.

MOVIE: FIREHOUSE DOG
Saturday, October 20, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Library Program Room, Terrace Level

Rexxx, Hollywood's hottest stunt dog - and the world's most pampered pooch -gets lost during a movie shoot and makes friends with a lonely kid and his single firefighter dad. Rexxx eventually becomes the beloved mascot of the local fire station. Popcorn will be served. This film is rated PG. No registration required.