The Burbank Public Library is holding a birthday party for great dane Shasta at 3 p.m. Friday.
Shasta, the star of the library's popular Read to Shasta! program, will be turning 4. The party will include appearances by some of Shasta's dog friends, crafts, music, free books and cake.
RSVPs are encouraged, but drop-ins are welcome. No presents are necessary.
Read to Shasta! is held at 3 p.m. on the second and fourth Fridays of each month.
For more information, call the library at 545-6549 or e-mail burbank@wwrural library.com.
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