Colby Speaks! Puppy-tales Performance
Taught by Mary Roderique
Ages 6-9, 8 students
Monday, July 12, 2010: 6:00- 7:30pm (Performance at 7:15)

No hand-cramps (or paw cramps) today! Just talking and talking and talking... Come help build a story or two with Colby the Service Dog and then rehearse and act out the stories. Colby will also be available to demonstrate her acting prowess as a leading lady as needed.

After working as a classroom teacher in New York City and Bloomington, IN, Mary Roderique moved to Ann Arbor for better access to Zingerman's tomato soup. She works as a Writing Workshop Consultant for teachers in Michigan and Indiana and also works with Colby the Service Dog to lead a Canine Assistants' National Volunteer program, Noah's Team of Ann Arbor. Mary, her husband Blaine, son Francis, daughter Claudia, and Colby enjoy long walks and picnics in the park. When not thinking about 826 workshops, Mary can be found supporting local cupcake establishments.

Colby Roderique, a Canine Assistants CASE (Canine Assistant Special Educator) dog has been working in Michigan for five years. She is friendly, flexible, and very furry. She is constantly recognized all over town as a former 826 Volunteer of the Month (May '09). In addition to her official duties for Canine Assistants, Colby is passionate about nurturing young writers. She has been known to taste poems that she finds inspiring. When not at 826, Colby enjoys napping in the sunny spot by the big picture window at home. Her absolutely favorite person in Ann Arbor is Amy Sumerton; she is currently working on a formal crayon and pencil sketch of Ms. Sumerton that was rumored to be commissioned by local robotier.

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