Kids Hour at the Orlando Cat Café has returned in partnership with Read to Sydney and the Kiwanis Club of Clermont on Wednesdays from 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm.

Kids Hours is for children 12 and under and includes cat playtime, reading with cats, and a take-home craft project. Children are also encouraged to take a free book home from Read to Sydney and Kiwanis Club of Clermont’s lending library.

Since 2011, Read to Sydney has encouraged children to read, “One tail at a time,” using therapy dogs in settings such as schools, libraries, and other community events. The partnership with the Orlando Cat Café has allowed Read to Sydney to expand into the feline side and all organizations are excited about the partnership and inspiring children to read. The cost is $8.00 per person and reservations are highly recommended and can be made online at www.orlandocatcafe.com. Donations of new books are always welcome and can be dropped off at the Orlando Cat Café.

ABOUT ORLANDO CAT CAFÉ

The Orlando Cat Café opened in September 2016. Working together with SPCA Florida, Cagan Management Group, Inc., and Minch Coffee, our joint mission is to save the lives of homeless cats in Central Florida while drinking good coffee. Visit https://orlandocatcafe.com for more information.

ABOUT SPCA FLORIDA

Founded in 1979, SPCA Florida is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization headquartered in Lakeland, serving all of Polk County and the surrounding communities. Dedicated to improving the lives of pets and people, SPCA Florida provides caring, compassion and hope to more than 4,000 homeless animals entering our doors each year.

Simplistically, every $100 donated to SPCA Florida, or essentially the cost of an average adoption, equates to $3,000 worth of positive economic impact throughout Polk County, Central Florida, and the state. Additionally, we are proud of the fact that 91% of every dollar goes to program resources and helping homeless animals.

ABOUT READ TO SYDNEY

Since 2011, Read to Sydney is a nonprofit that has encouraged children to read, “One tail at a time,” using therapy dogs in settings such as schools, libraries, and other community events. Donations are tax-deductible and can be made via PayPal at readtosydney@aol.com and checks can be mailed to: Read to Sydney, PO Box 1519, Minneola, Fl 34755. For more information, please visit https://readtosydney.org/.

ABOUT KIWANIS CLUB OF CLERMONT

The Kiwanis Club of Clermont has been serving communities and children in the South Lake County Community since January 1926. A nonprofit organization that proudly serves children and teens in academic areas of both public and private school systems. Assistance includes the recognition and selection of graduating high school students by awarding scholarships to graduates who choose to continue their education. The Kiwanis Club of Clermont often partners in civic causes that assist families and individuals who are facing difficult situations. Visit https://KiwanisClubofClermont.org for more information.