Sensory Friendly Storytime Early Opening

About this event

This program is intended for children ages 2 and up with multi-sensory needs, but children of all ages and abilities are welcome.

This sensory-friendly storytime will include a story, rhymes, songs, and a different sensory activity each session. This program will encourage the development of cognitive, social emotional, and fine-motor skills, plus so much more. Visual aids will be utilized.

Beginning this month, the Library will open at noon on one Sunday each month (Oct 4, Nov 15, Dec 13) for families with neurodivergent children to enjoy a quieter, more comfortable library environment before we open to the general public. Registration required.

Jessica Olson , a former kindergarten teacher with 30 years of experience in education. For 15 of those years, she also worked as a summer school teacher at Stepping Stones Preschool, where she collaborated with the special education staff to help preschoolers prepare for the transition to kindergarten. Throughout her career, Jessica worked closely with special education teachers to create inclusive classroom environments where every child felt supported and had the opportunity to reach their full potential. She is excited to bring her extensive experience and passion for inclusion to The Westport Library, where she helps develop meaningful, accessible programming that welcomes and supports all children.

Diana Granata began working in libraries ten years ago and has been a part of the Westport Children’s Library team since January 2023. She is passionate about inclusion, accessibility, and creating library experiences where every family feels welcome. As the mother of a son on the autism spectrum, she understands the importance of providing programming and environments that support a wide range of developmental and sensory needs. She is dedicated to helping every child find a sense of belonging at the library and ensuring that families have opportunities to learn, connect, and grow together.