Martinez Library welcomes your beginning reader to join us and a licensed therapy dog for a 15 minute reading session one Saturday a month. This program is designed for young folks who are just learning to read or who can read a little on their own but could benefit from the patience and comfort of a canine companion from the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. Please call the Martinez Library for dates and times and to reserve a spot.
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Kids ages 6 and up can have fun and practice their literacy skills by reading to a certified therapy dog. Our teams from Alliance Therapy Dogs are great listeners! Sessions are for 15 minutes. We ask that families with siblings share a session. Bring your own book or borrow a book from the library! Registration require…
Children can build reading confidence during a 15-minute individual session with a gentle therapy dog from Joybound. Readers may bring a book from home or select one at the library and enjoy reading aloud in a relaxed, encouraging environment.
Kids ages 6 and up can have fun and practice their literacy skills by reading to a certified therapy dog. Our teams from Alliance Therapy Dogs are great listeners! Sessions are for 15 minutes. We ask that families with siblings share a session. Bring your own book or borrow a book from the library! Registration require…
El Cerrito Library welcomes your beginning reader to join us and a licensed therapy dog for a 15 minute reading session every other Tuesday evening. This program is designed for young folks who can read a little on their own but could benefit from the patience and comfort of a canine companion from the Alliance of Ther…
Build early literacy skills with stories, songs, finger plays and fun. Then enjoy Stay and Play in the same programming area. Stay and Play offers an unstructured time that allows for socialization, movement, and free play. A variety of toys for babies, toddlers and preschoolers provides caregivers with fun ways to int…
Bring your fishing pole and bait for fun on the marina! Catch & Release fishing in “no permit needed area”. Fishing license required for pier fishing. Crafts, Games, Music, Food Trucks & Boat Rides. Tackle and crafts available while supplies last. Register in advance for boat rides hosted by the sea scouts and for your…
Aire Libre Weekends (Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from April - November) at Del Cielo Brewing Co. on Estudillo Street.
Contra Costa County Health Services in partnership with Contra Costa County Library System are here to support library staff and patrons alike. Currently the Library Wellness Team consists of a Community Support Worker and Mental Health Clinician. They assist individuals in various areas that library staff may not be a…
Our Veterans Service Representatives (VSR's) are thoroughly trained and accredited by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to represent you. Contra Costa County VSR's are not employees of the federal government, they are county employees ready to assist you with any Veterans claim. They will assist you in s…
Our Veterans Service Representatives (VSR's) are thoroughly trained and accredited by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to represent you. Contra Costa County VSR's are not employees of the federal government, they are county employees ready to assist you with any Veterans claim. They will assist you in s…
What is T'ai-chi? T'ai-chi Ch'uan is an ancient Chinese art which combines meditation in movement and healthful exercise. The training includes the practice of a 37 posture form which teaches relaxation, balance and strength, and also a partner practice that builds sensitivity, timing and energy. Everyone with an inter…
