Central - Storytime with Author Dion Leonard and Rescue Dog, Gobi!

All Ages

On Sat., Aug. 1, you can meet Gobi (the dog) and Dion Leonard (the marathon-running author human) at Syracuse’s downtown library! Gobi the dog will be at the library! Autographed books will be available for purchase.

Families everywhere will be delighted by the tale of Gobi and Dion—a little lost dog and the ultramarathon runner who saved her. Gobi: A Little Dog with a Big Heart is a fun, engaging picture book perfect for families to enjoy together. Prepare to fall in love with the heartwarming and true story of Gobi and Dion. Gobi, a scrappy little stray dog, latches onto a man named Dion and keeps pace alongside him as he runs his way across China in a long 155-mile race. Through cold nights and raging rivers, with little food and water, and through a long, hard journey, these two create a bond unlike any other.

At 2 p.m., all are invited to hear Dion talk about Finding Gobi, his NY Times bestselling memoir.

At this special library event, Dion will share the unforgettable tale of his and Gobi’s journey, the search to bring Gobi home, and the deep bond they share. Finding Gobi is a truly moving story that will inspire anyone who has ever loved an animal or pursued a dream. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet Dion and Gobi, hear their story firsthand, and be inspired by their remarkable adventure.

Walk-Ins Welcome!