A Celebration of the Animals in Our Lives and in Our World!
Schedule of Activities
Lolla-PAW-Looza Pet and Animal Fair
Saturday, Sept 13, 1 – 3 PM
Hoof on over for a furry fair highlighting area animal resources. Learn about everything from rescuing to training to service and more. Pet-centric craft projects, too! It will be loads of feline fun and a doggone good time! Drop in or register for a reminder. Meeting Room.
Special appearance by the animals from SOUL Harbour Ranch:
1-2 PM Dogs
1:30-2:30 PM Miniature Horses
2-3 PM Dogs
Participants:
Assistance & Therapy Dogs
Cuddle Bunny Too
Fur Keeps
Goat Yoga Chicago
Healthy Paws & Provisions
Hooved Animal Humane Society
Kamins Farm Sanctuary
Kriser’s
Principled Pets
SafeHouse Farm Alpacas
SOUL Harbour Ranch
Therapy House
Walk On Farm
Woofies
...More coming soon!
Read With Me™ Therapy Dogs
Grades 1 – 5
Saturday, August 9, 10 AM, 10:15 AM, 10:30 AM, 10:45 AM
SOUL Harbour Ranch will be here with their Pet Partners registered therapy dogs for some cozy one-on-one reading time. The Pet Partners Read With Me™ initiative incorporates therapy animals to support readers of all ages and abilities. Register. Program Room.
Coyotes and Other Canines of Lake County
Monday, August 18, 2 PM
Learn about the natural history and special adaptations of coyotes and other canines in Lake County through experiences with natural artifacts from the experts at Lake County Forest Preserve. Register. Meeting Room.
Fluffy Pet Rocks
Grades K – 5
Wednesday, Sept 3, 4 PM
Do you want your own little fluffy pet rock? Then come and join us in creating your very own extraordinary friend! Register. Program Room.
Stuffed Animal Story Time
All ages w/caregiver
Friday, Sept 5, 10 AM
Bring your favorite stuffy to snuggle while we share stories and songs. Drop in. Meeting Room.
Snuffle Mats
Grades 3 – 5
Wednesday, Sept 10, 4 PM
Create something special for our furry friends living in local animal shelters! We’ll provide the supplies, and you’ll learn to create these fun toys to enrich the lives of shelter animals. Register. Program Room.
Assistance & Therapy Dogs
Monday, Sept 8, 2 PM
What are the various roles of service dogs and how does one differentiate between them? Learn from author Jennifer Trojan and trainer Pam Osborne. Register. Meeting Room.
Decoding the Mysteries of Cats
Wednesday, Sept 10, 7 PM
Certified Cat Behaviorist Stephen Quandt talks about the basics of cat behavior to help you better understand your furry friend. The first 30 minutes of the program will be an informational presentation, and the second half will be a Q&A answering your cat behavior questions. Register. Virtual.
Read With Me™ Therapy Dogs
Grades 1 – 5
Saturday, Sept 13, 10 AM, 10:15 AM, 10:30 AM, 10:45 AM
SOUL Harbour Ranch will be here with their Pet Partners registered therapy dogs for some cozy one-on-one reading time. The Pet Partners Read With Me™ initiative incorporates therapy animals to support readers of all ages and abilities. Register. Program Room.
Dog DNA
Tuesday, Sept 16, 6 PM
Discover why your Chihuahua thinks it's a Great Dane and why your retriever doesn’t bring you the paper. Decode your dog's family tree, and learn canine evolution from wolf to wow. We’ll play “Guess that Breed” as we look at purebred and designer dogs. Register. Virtual.
Pet Treat Jars
Friday, Sept 19, 11 AM OR 2 PM
Create your own custom pet treat jar for your furry friend. Priority registration for BALibrary cardholders. Register for the time slot of your choice. Zimmerman Room.
Puzzle Races: Pet Edition
Thursday, Sept 25, 2 PM
Compete against other teams to see who can complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle fastest. Members of the winning team get bragging rights and free puzzles. Register as a team of up to five, or individually. Meeting Room.
Have a gently used puzzle that you’d like to share with others? Feel free to drop it off during the Puzzle Races and help yourself to a puzzle that someone else has shared, too.