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!
June is LGBTQIA+ Pride Month! Check out our book lists that feature queer & disabled characters: teen fiction, school-age fiction, picture books, and teen & adult non-fiction.
Featured Events
Music for Autism Presents: Project Trio
Join us for a free, interactive, in-person, autism-friendly concert!
PROJECT Trio is a dynamic and innovative music group known for their genre-blending performances and captivating stage presence. The trio pushes the boundaries of traditional chamber music with their unique fusion…
Unmasking: A Neurodivergent Support Group
Join us in a safe, welcoming space where late-diagnosed neurodivergent adults can connect, share their experiences, and feel understood. The group centers around “remembrance,” or helping us reconnect with who we have always been underneath masking, confusion, and labels. Explore in a gentle and…
Arts and Crafts with KEEN
Join an adaptive arts and crafts session sponsored by KEEN!
Youth with disabilities and volunteers come together for individualized projects. Projects can range from coloring by numbers, friendship bracelets, and pom-pom, feather, or sticker masterpieces… whatever materials are…
Navigating Your Child's Disability: One-to-One Expert Assistance Is Here!
On the phone with Ruth DiRoma from INCLUDEnyc
Many situations require the assistance of an expert. We can provide one-to-one help for you and your child with the following:
· Bussing
· 504 plans
· Individualized Education Program (IEP) process
· Getting services for…
Upcoming Events
Read and Play
Registration is required in advance. Please join the waitlist if the program is full. Group size limited to 12.
Please visit the Greenpoint library to register.
Hear stories, make friends and play at our inclusive story time. For children birth to age 5…
Read and Play
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. A parent or caregiver must accompany children.
For more information email inclusiveservicesevents@…
Our Garden Club
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 with and without disabilities. Kids and tweens welcome - ages 6 to 12.
After School Stories
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.
For more information,…
Read and Play
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.
Read and Play
Hear stories, make friends and play at our inclusive story time. For children birth to age 5 with and without disabilities.
Group size limited to 12.
Bilingual in English/Polish. ASL Interpretation available upon advanced request.
Our Garden Club
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 with and without disabilities. Kids and tweens welcome - ages 6 to 12.
ASL at BPL Film Showing: The Ragin' Cajun (1998 documentary)
The Ragin' Cajun - part of the Mind Traveler PBS / BBC series (1998)
50 min. run time
The story of Danny Delcambre, a Cajun chef and a person with Usher Syndrome, a genetic condition where people are born deaf and gradually lose their sight. Danny’s restaurant, The Ragin’ Cajun,…
After School Stories
Hear stories, sing songs, and make something fun at our bilingual Mandarin and English story time!
For children ages 5 – 12 with and without disabilities. Parents or guardian must accompany children.
ASL interpretation available upon advance request.
For more information,…
Anime Crew: Shoujo Presented by Extreme Kids & Crew
This club is designed for neurodiverse girls ages 9–12 who are interested in learning more about anime. However, all are welcome! Participants will discover different anime genres and dive into stories and characters that resonate with them. They’ll also learn how to design original characters,…
Staff Picks
- Picture Books for Autism Acceptance Month
- School-Age Books for Autism Acceptance Month
- Teen Fiction for Autism Acceptance Month
- Adult Nonfiction for Autism Acceptance Month
- Books for Educators for Autism Acceptance Month
