Story Dogs at Hobart

Schedule

Fri Mar 27 2026 at 03:30 pm to 05:00 pm

UTC+11:00

Location

Hobart Library | Hobart, TS

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This reading session aims to help children relax, open up and have fun while reading to a calm and friendly dog.
About this Event

This reading session aims to help children relax, open up and have fun while reading to a calm and friendly dog.

Story Dogs is a reading support program where trained volunteers and accredited dogs listen to primary school children reading.

As part of Tasmania Reads at Hobart Library, book a session to read to one of the dogs.

Individual reading sessions are 20 minutes for one child.

Bookings required.

Ages 5-12


To help make a successful event:

  • Don't come if you're unwell
  • Let us know if you can't come - we'll cancel your booking so others can register instead.
  • By registering for a Libraries Tasmania event, you agree to follow our policies – including the Responsible Conduct Policy and Safeguarding Children Policy. Thank you for helping keep our spaces safe and respectful for everyone.

Accessibility details:

  • Tell us if you need assistance or if you'll be accompanied by a support person
  • There is one accessible parking space in the library carpark with a 1-hour limit
  • The library has a wheelchair accessible lift
  • An accessible toilet is available
  • Parking is available in the Melville Street carpark.

If you have any questions about the event, please contact Hobart Library by email [email protected] or phone (03) 6165 5597

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Hobart Library, 91 Murray Street, Hobart, Australia

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