Barks & Books
Barks & Books is a family-friendly kids event in Los Angeles on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM at Villa Parke Community Center Branch Library. Free. Check official details before you go.
Plans can change. Confirm on the official site before you go.
- Price
- Free
- Ages
- Ages 4-8
- Date
- Wednesday, September 16, 2026
- Time
- 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Location
- Villa Parke Community Center Branch Library
- Villa Parke Community Center Branch Library, Pasadena, CA
Parent quick answers
Everything you need before you go. Honest gaps say “not listed.”
- Date
- Wednesday, Sep 16, 2026
- Start / end time
- 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Neighborhood
- Orange County & Long Beach
- Venue
- Villa Parke Community Center Branch Library
- Address
- Villa Parke Community Center Branch Library, Pasadena, CA
- Age fit
- 4-8
- Price
- Free
- Registration
- See listing / official site for registration
- Parking
- Not listed — check official site
- Stroller / restroom
- Strollers typically park outside the program room · Restrooms available
- Last checked
- Sep 7, 2026 — 52 days ago; confirm details on the official site
- Official source
- Confirm tickets / hours
About This Event
Children can read to a gentle, well-trained therapy dog, removing the anxiety they may experience when reading aloud to an adult or their peers. This helps strengthen reading skills and boosts confidence in reading aloud! Presented by Love on a Leash, Pet Partners and BARK. For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability. The Pasadena Central Library is poised for essential earthquake repairs and safety enhancements vital for reopening our historic landmark. The project will ensure a safe, accessible hub for learning and connection. Stay updated . More information / registration: https://www.trumba.com/eventactions/pasadenalibrary#/actions/0f53c4xrrzdcxvmme0kyn300ur Branch photo: https://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/VillaParke-full-e1537307341906.jpg
Location
Villa Parke Community Center Branch Library
Villa Parke Community Center Branch Library, Pasadena, CA
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Before you go
Event details can change. Confirm the latest schedule, tickets, and family policies with the organizer.
Open official listingSource: Pasadena Public Library. Last checked Sep 7, 2026 — 52 days ago; confirm details on the official site. See something off? Report a correction.