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It’s Hard To Miss These Two Walking Buddies In Denver

Traveling down Sixth Street in Denver, drivers may notice something you don’t see everyday, and that special something can’t help but bring a smile to your face. Most people out walking with their pets include a wide range of dogs from little to big, but Denver resident Debbie Rissler has a different companion on her daily walks through town. Debbie owns a mini horse named Willy, who, according to Debbie, could use a little exercise – and that is why you may pass her as she meanders through town making new friends and causing heads to turn as this dynamic duo enjoy some fresh air

Recommended for schoolaged children. Program is limited to 25 participants and registration is required. Visit www.elancolibrary.org to register.

• Budgeting and Banking

Basics - Wednesday, August 2 at 3:00 p.m. Attention teens and young adults preparing to embark on your next adventure in education and/or family life and/or work! You are cordially invited to participate in an informative workshop presented by experts from a local bank, which will equip you with life skills for the next stage of your journey. Budgeting, setting and achieving financial goals, and much more will be covered. Free pizza will be provided. Workshop tailored for teens and young adults, but all ages are welcome.

• Music and Movement -

Saturday, August 5 at 10:30 a.m. Sing, dance, chant, listen to music, move, and play instruments, while exploring the patterns and sounds that make up our language. This musical storytime is designed to promote language development and reading readiness skills while providing young children with joyful introductions to a variety of music and music- making experiences. Also a great storytime experience for active children who do not enjoy sitting still. For ages 0 to 6 with parent or caregiver.

• Read with Pepper the Pup! Saturday, August 5 at 2:00 p.m. Did you know? Research shows that therapy dogs help people to improve attention span, focus and well-being, and that reluctant readers enjoy and benefit from reading aloud to a pup. Children of all ages (accompanied by their parent or other caregiver) are invited to spend some time with and read aloud to Pepper, a friendly and adorable Labrador Retriever who will be accompanied by Mrs. Carol Stark. (Pepper has a Canine Good Citizen certificate from the

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Wildlife Center Presents Program Featuring Multiple Wildlife Ambassadors