On Tuesday, August 4, children 5 years and up will get the chance to meet Officer Horst and his canine partner, Onyx from the Warren Township Police Department. Attendees will learn about the rigors of training a police dog, the special partnership between an officer and his dog, and see how their police car is like no other.
Hero Week continues on Wednesday, August 5 with a visit from real firefighters from the Warren Township Fire Department. Children ages 4 and older will discover what it takes to be a real firefighter. They also will learn about the equipment a firefighter uses and see a real fire truck up close.
Supercanine! Dogs Who Make a Difference, is another special program on Wednesday. Children ages 5 to 9 will hear five thrilling and touching stories of dogs who proved they were "man's best friend" and then create a super canine craft.
Hero Week would not be complete without the Warren Township Rescue Squad on Saturday, August 8. For First Aid for Kids and Ambulance Fun Day, kids ages 9 to 11 will visit the rescue squad building (diagonally across from the library) to tour the building and ambulances. They will meet with the EMTs, see demonstrations of their equipment and learn basic first aid for kids. Kids can then test their know-how with a short round of "1st Aid Jeopardy" and prizes will be awarded. Parents are encouraged to attend with their children.
Hero Week would not be complete without the Warren Township Rescue Squad on Saturday, August 8. For First Aid for Kids and Ambulance Fun Day, kids ages 9 to 11 will visit the rescue squad building (diagonally across from the library) to tour the building and ambulances. They will meet with the EMTs, see demonstrations of their equipment and learn basic first aid for kids. Kids can then test their know-how with a short round of "1st Aid Jeopardy" and prizes will be awarded. Parents are encouraged to attend with their children.
Registration is required for all programs. For more information or to register, visit the Warren Township Library Events Calendar or contact the Youth Services Department at (908) 754-5554 x23.
