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Pet Therapy 101
A Good Therapy Dog Helps Make the World a Better Place.
Could Your Dog Do That Too?
Have you ever wondered if your dog might have what it takes to bring comfort and joy to others?
Join us for an informative and engaging session about the world of therapy dogs—the specially trained dogs who visit hospitals, schools, libraries, senior centers, and community organizations to brighten people’s days.
During this program you’ll learn:
<ul><li>The difference between service dogs, emotional support animals, and therapy dogs</li></ul>
<ul><li>The traits that make a dog a good therapy dog candidate</li></ul>
<ul><li>The role and responsibilities of a therapy dog handler</li></ul>
<ul><li>The steps involved in becoming a registered therapy dog team</li></ul>
<ul><li>Where and when therapy dogs visit</li></ul>
<ul><li>The many benefits therapy dogs provide to individuals and communities</li></ul>
Our presenter is Sandra Lok, past president and current member of Tails of Joy, a Manchester-based nonprofit that supports and connects registered therapy dog teams. Sandy has been volunteering with her therapy dogs throughout our community since 2008 and will share stories, insights, and practical guidance for those curious about getting involved.
She will also be joined by one of her therapy dogs for the presentation.
Please note: For the comfort and safety of everyone attending, please leave your own dogs at home for this event.
Come learn how therapy dogs make a meaningful difference—and whether you and your dog might be the next great therapy team.

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A Good Therapy Dog Helps Make the World a Better Place.
Could Your Dog Do That Too?
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COULD YOUR DOG BE A THERAPY DOG? An Intro to Therapy Dog Volunteering

Funny Bone Comedy Club & Restaurant

Saturday, May 16 | 2-5p | Funny Bone
HIDDEN GEMS OF MANCHESTER - CALL FOR TALENT
Ready to step into the spotlight? Apply to be part of Manchester's first Hidden Gems Family Friendly Talent Competition.
Comedians, dancers, spoken word artists, musicians, vocalists, and more, if you live, work, or grew up in Manchester, this stage could be yours.
Finalists will be selected by our ACEs (Art &amp; Cultural Emissaries) and perform live before a panel of judges and a People’s Choice audience vote at the Funny Bone Comedy Club on May 16th.
Open to all ages.
Click <a href="https://us.openforms.com/Form/132fac19-6683-4fc5-9331-c57c6162fd0e" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here </a>to submit by March 23!
Finalists announced April 17

Local Event: Hidden Gems of Manchester: Talent Show

Hidden Gems of Manchester: Talent Show

Saturday, May 16 | 2-5p | Funny Bone
HIDDEN GEMS OF MANCHESTER - CALL FOR TALENT
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