Inclusive Services

Inclusive Services at BPL provides unique programs for children and teens with and without disabilities. Fostering an inclusive environment, we open our doors to children and teens with and without disabilities their peers, parents, caregivers, and educators.  Scroll down to see upcoming programs!

Join us for our upcoming Family Resource Fair on September 21 on the Central Library Plaza at 10 Grand Army Plaza, from 11 am-2 pm. 

Check out a Youtube video from Michael Lettman, one of our panelists from the recent Autistic Adulthood Panel, that includes footage of him on the panel.

 

Upcoming Events

After School Stories

Tue, Sep 17 4:30pm
Flatlands Library

ADHD autism developmental disabilities

Come and hear stories, sing songs, and make something fun! For children 6-12 years old with and without disabilities. Group size limited to 12. A parent or caregiver must accompany children. ASL Interpretation available upon advanced request.

Our Garden Club

Tue, Sep 17 4:30pm
Central Library

developmental disabilities gardening Inclusive Services

Let’s see what we can grow in Brooklyn! Plant seeds and watch them grow. Read stories, sing, dance, take home plants and flowers.   
For children and teens with and without disabilities. Kids, tweens and teens welcome- ages 8 and up.

 

 

Read and Play

Wed, Sep 18 1:00pm
Greenpoint Library

ADHD autism developmental disabilities

Hear stories, make friends and play at our inclusive story time.  For children birth to age 5 with and without disabilities. 

ASL Interpretation available upon advanced request.

Greenpoint Eco Lab 1.  

Read and Play

Wed, Sep 18 1:00pm
Sunset Park Library

ADHD autism developmental disabilities

Hear stories, make friends and play at our inclusive story time.  For children birth to age 5 with and without disabilities. 

ASL Interpretation available upon advanced request.

After School Stories

Wed, Sep 18 4:30pm
Greenpoint Library

ADHD autism developmental disabilities

Come and hear stories, sing songs, and make something fun! For children 6-12 years old with and without disabilities. Group size limited to 12. A parent or caregiver must accompany children. ASL Interpretation available upon advanced request. 

Greenpoint Eco Lab 1. 

After School Stories

Wed, Sep 18 4:30pm
Sunset Park Library

ADHD autism developmental disabilities

Come and hear stories, sing songs, make something fun, and work in the garden! For children 6-12 years old with and without disabilities. Group size limited to 12. A parent or caregiver must accompany children. ASL Interpretation available upon advanced request.

Read and Play

Thu, Sep 19 1:00pm
Saratoga Library

ADHD autism developmental disabilities

Hear stories, make friends and play at our inclusive story time.  For children birth to age 5 with and without disabilities. 

ASL Interpretation available upon advanced request.

After School Stories/Garden Club

Thu, Sep 19 4:30pm
Saratoga Library

ADHD autism developmental disabilities

Come and hear stories, sing songs, make something fun, and work in the garden! For children 6-12 years old with and without disabilities. Group size limited to 12. A parent or caregiver must accompany children. ASL Interpretation available upon advanced request.

Inclusive Services Family Resource Fair

Sat, Sep 21 11:00am
Central Library, Plaza

ADHD all ages autism

Join us for the 10th Inclusive Services Family Resource Fair. Connect with a range of health, education and recreation resources for children and teens with disabilities, their families and service providers. Learn about advocacy and self-advocacy. Make a craft!

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¡Feria de recursos familiares de Servicios Inclusivos!

Sat, Sep 21 11:00am
Central Library, Plaza

ADHD all ages autism

Únase a nosotros para la 10ª Feria de recursos familiares de servicios inclusivos. Conéctese con una variedad de recursos de salud, educación y recreación para niños y adolescentes con desabilidades, sus familias y proveedores de servicios. Aprenda sobre abogacía, apoyo y autorrepresentación. ¡…

One-on-One Expert Assistance

Many situations require the assistance of an expert. We can provide one-to-one help for you and your child with the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process, early childhood services and programs, transition planning, navigating systems, including Developmental Disabilities, Mental Health, and others. First Wednesday of every month, 10am to 1pm

 

Social Stories

Download our Social Story [PDF} on going to the library and watching a movie, and keep an eye out for new Stories uploaded to this space!

 

Facilities

Inclusive Services is located in four barrier-free BPL libraries and online. Our equipment makes the library experience accessible to children and teens with disabilities. Cube chairs, mats for floor play, positioning cushions, and adaptive toys are available. For information about adaptive technology, please call 718-253-4948.

Central Library: 10 Grand Army Plaza, 917-751-4890.

Flatlands Library: 2065 Flatbush Ave., 718-253-4948

Greenpoint Library: 107 Norman Ave at Leonard St., 718-389-4394

Saratoga Library: 8 Thomas S. Boyland St., 718-573-5293

Sunset Park Library: 5108 4th Ave., 718-230-2255