About the Exhibit
September 16 - October 27
Enter the incredible world of the most noble creature on earth, the dog. Immerse yourself in the science, history, DNA, folklore, legend, literature, and pop culture of dogs.
The exhibit has informational graphic panels, hands-on interactive activities, and the opportunity to meet live dogs and the humans that care for and work with them. The panels highlight topics including canine DNA and domestication, which types of animals are dogs, dogs in entertainment, farm dogs, dog's role in exploration and science, and more. The exhibit also includes several interactive areas and hands-on activities with open-ended questions that lend themselves to further discussion. These activities include flip panels and lighted question and answers.
Dogs: More Than Pets is organized and produced by Build 4 Impact Inc. All rights reserved.
The Dogs: More Than Pets exhibit and programs are brought to you by the Verona Public Library Endowment Fund.
Upcoming Programs
Dog Man Party
When: Thursday, October 17, 2:00-3:00 pm
Renowned Dog Trainer, Patricia McConnell
When: Thursday, October 17, 7:00-8:00 pm
Movie Screening: Dog
When: Sunday, October 20, 1:00-3:00 pm
Service Dogs: A Look at Their Training and Live Demonstration of Their Skills
When: Tuesday, October 22, 7:00-8:00 pm
Understanding Your Dog's Grooming Needs
When: Wednesday, October 23, 7:00-8:00 pm
Past Programs
Kick-Off Event
When: Monday, September 16, 6:00-7:00 pm
Toddler Art and Play: Dogs
When: Tuesday, September 17, 10:00-11:00 am
Parent/Child Book Club: Dogtown
When: Tuesday, September 17, 5:30-6:30 pm
Verona Police Dog Drea
When: Thursday, September 19, 7:00-8:00 pm
Adult Crafternoon: Dog Toys
When: Friday, September 20, 4:00-5:30 pm
Is Human Food Safe for Dogs?
When: Monday, September 23, 7:00-8:00 pm
Tween Craft: Dog Toys
When: Thursday, September 26, 5:00-6:00 pm
Read to a Dog for Adults
When: Thursday, September 26, 5:00-7:00 pm
Meet Vito, "The Moving Machine"
When: Tuesday, October 8, 7:00-8:00 pm
Paw-some Dog Story Time
When: Wednesday, October 9, 6:30-7:00 pm
Meet Maverick, the Madison Mallards Bat Dog!
When: Wednesday, October 9, 7:00-8:00 pm
Dog-Themed Book Club
When: Thursday, October 10, 6:00-7:00 pm
Paint a Dog Portrait
When: Monday, October 14, 5:30-6:30 pm
Prairie Tales: Hot Dog
All September, explore the Badger Prairie County Park trail that's closest to the library's parking lot and discover the prairie tale Hot Dog by Doug Salati, presented page-by-page as you walk along the path!
For a full listing of events, view our Events Calendar. To request sign language interpretation or other accommodation for special needs, please contact the library at 608-845-7180 at least two weeks before the event.
