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Sensory storytimes and Sensory Time at four Broward County Library branches: Sensory Storytimes in Fort Lauderdale for children with autism, neurodivergent kids or those with sensory needs, Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime, on Mondays in Pembroke Pines, and Sensory Time, a sensory program for ages 5 to 10, in Coral Springs. Every date is on the cards below.

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Sensory supports. Sensory storytimes and Sensory Time at four Broward libraries.

Hours

Each branch keeps its own hours; call the branch to confirm. Libraries are closed on Veterans Day. They close at 6 pm on Wed Nov 25 2026 and stay closed for Thanksgiving (Thu Nov 26 and Fri Nov 27 2026); close at 6 pm on Thu Dec 24 2026 and stay closed on Christmas Day (Fri Dec 25 2026); and close at 6 pm on Thu Dec 31 2026 and stay closed on New Year's Day (Fri Jan 1 2027). The South Regional/Broward College Library may vary its hours during academic breaks.

South Regional/Broward College Library, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024 (Sensory Sprouts). Northwest Regional Library, 3151 North University Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33065. Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch, 3151 Stirling Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312. Main Library, 100 South Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301.

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Sensory Storytime at the Main Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. Main Library, 2nd Floor - Active Learning Center, 100 South Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301. Songs, stories and activities, geared towards children with autism or sensory needs. For preschoolers, kids and families. Online registration is open. Branch phone: 954-357-7444.Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. South Regional/Broward College Library, Story Room, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. All ages. Registration is required, space is limited. Books, songs, motion and sensory activities in a welcoming and inclusive program. Sample outline: hello song, a song, a stretch activity, a book, a scarf song, a second book, a sensory activity (such as felt, egg shakers or scarves), marching band and a goodbye song. Branch phone: 954-201-8825.Sensory Time at the Northwest Regional Library, 4:30 to 5 pm. Northwest Regional Library, Youth Program (Room 135), 3151 North University Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33065. For ages 5 to 10 and their families: a welcoming, interactive environment designed for kids who seek sensory input. Online registration is open. Branch phone: 954-357-7990.Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. South Regional/Broward College Library, Story Room, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. All ages. Registration is required, space is limited. Books, songs, motion and sensory activities in a welcoming and inclusive program. Sample outline: hello song, a song, a stretch activity, a book, a scarf song, a second book, a sensory activity (such as felt, egg shakers or scarves), marching band and a goodbye song. Branch phone: 954-201-8825.Sensory Storytime at the Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch, 4 to 5 pm. Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch, Storytime Room, 3151 Stirling Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312. An interactive and inclusive storytime for autistic and neurodivergent children and families, or those with sensory needs. Sensory tools will be available for use during the program. Sample schedule: hello song (with American Sign Language), stretch song, feelings song, a song, getting ready for a story, a book, scarves songs, stretch song, shaker eggs song, getting ready for a story, felt board, fingerplay, playtime or an activity, clean up and goodbye. Online registration is open. Branch phone: 954-357-7550.Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. South Regional/Broward College Library, Story Room, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. All ages. Registration is required, space is limited. Books, songs, motion and sensory activities in a welcoming and inclusive program. Sample outline: hello song, a song, a stretch activity, a book, a scarf song, a second book, a sensory activity (such as felt, egg shakers or scarves), marching band and a goodbye song. Registration opens Nov 16 2026. Branch phone: 954-201-8825.Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. South Regional/Broward College Library, Story Room, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. All ages. Registration is required, space is limited. Books, songs, motion and sensory activities in a welcoming and inclusive program. Sample outline: hello song, a song, a stretch activity, a book, a scarf song, a second book, a sensory activity (such as felt, egg shakers or scarves), marching band and a goodbye song. Registration opens Nov 16 2026. Branch phone: 954-201-8825.Sensory Time at the Northwest Regional Library, 4:30 to 5 pm. Northwest Regional Library, Youth Program (Room 135), 3151 North University Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33065. For ages 5 to 10 and their families: a welcoming, interactive environment designed for kids who seek sensory input. Online registration is open. Branch phone: 954-357-7990.Sensory Storytime at the Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch, 5 to 6 pm. Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch, Storytime Room, 3151 Stirling Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312. An interactive and inclusive storytime for autistic and neurodivergent children and families, or those with sensory needs. Sensory tools will be available for use during the program. Sample schedule: hello song (with American Sign Language), stretch song, feelings song, a song, getting ready for a story, a book, scarves songs, stretch song, shaker eggs song, getting ready for a story, felt board, fingerplay, playtime or an activity, clean up and goodbye. Online registration is open. Branch phone: 954-357-7550.Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. South Regional/Broward College Library, Story Room, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. All ages. Registration is required, space is limited. Books, songs, motion and sensory activities in a welcoming and inclusive program. Sample outline: hello song, a song, a stretch activity, a book, a scarf song, a second book, a sensory activity (such as felt, egg shakers or scarves), marching band and a goodbye song. Registration opens Jan 1 2027. Branch phone: 954-201-8825.Sensory Time at the Northwest Regional Library, 4:30 to 5 pm. Northwest Regional Library, Youth Program (Room 133), 3151 North University Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33065. For ages 5 to 10 and their families: a welcoming, interactive environment designed for kids who seek sensory input. Registration opens Dec 1 2026. Branch phone: 954-357-7990.Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. South Regional/Broward College Library, Story Room, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. All ages. Registration is required, space is limited. Books, songs, motion and sensory activities in a welcoming and inclusive program. Sample outline: hello song, a song, a stretch activity, a book, a scarf song, a second book, a sensory activity (such as felt, egg shakers or scarves), marching band and a goodbye song. Registration opens Jan 1 2027. Branch phone: 954-201-8825.Sensory Storytime at the Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch, 5 to 6 pm. Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch, Storytime Room, 3151 Stirling Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312. An interactive and inclusive storytime for autistic and neurodivergent children and families, or those with sensory needs. Sensory tools will be available for use during the program. Sample schedule: hello song (with American Sign Language), stretch song, feelings song, a song, getting ready for a story, a book, scarves songs, stretch song, shaker eggs song, getting ready for a story, felt board, fingerplay, playtime or an activity, clean up and goodbye. Online registration is open. Branch phone: 954-357-7550.Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. South Regional/Broward College Library, Story Room, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. All ages. Registration is required, space is limited. Books, songs, motion and sensory activities in a welcoming and inclusive program. Sample outline: hello song, a song, a stretch activity, a book, a scarf song, a second book, a sensory activity (such as felt, egg shakers or scarves), marching band and a goodbye song. Registration opens Jan 1 2027. Branch phone: 954-201-8825.Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. South Regional/Broward College Library, Story Room, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. All ages. Registration is required, space is limited. Books, songs, motion and sensory activities in a welcoming and inclusive program. Sample outline: hello song, a song, a stretch activity, a book, a scarf song, a second book, a sensory activity (such as felt, egg shakers or scarves), marching band and a goodbye song. Registration opens Jan 1 2027. Branch phone: 954-201-8825.Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. South Regional/Broward College Library, Story Room, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. All ages. Registration is required, space is limited. Books, songs, motion and sensory activities in a welcoming and inclusive program. Sample outline: hello song, a song, a stretch activity, a book, a scarf song, a second book, a sensory activity (such as felt, egg shakers or scarves), marching band and a goodbye song. Registration opens Jan 1 2027. Branch phone: 954-201-8825.Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. South Regional/Broward College Library, Story Room, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. All ages. Registration is required, space is limited. Books, songs, motion and sensory activities in a welcoming and inclusive program. Sample outline: hello song, a song, a stretch activity, a book, a scarf song, a second book, a sensory activity (such as felt, egg shakers or scarves), marching band and a goodbye song. Registration opens Jan 1 2027. Branch phone: 954-201-8825.Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. South Regional/Broward College Library, Story Room, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. All ages. Registration is required, space is limited. Books, songs, motion and sensory activities in a welcoming and inclusive program. Sample outline: hello song, a song, a stretch activity, a book, a scarf song, a second book, a sensory activity (such as felt, egg shakers or scarves), marching band and a goodbye song. Registration opens Jan 1 2027. Branch phone: 954-201-8825.Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. South Regional/Broward College Library, Story Room, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. All ages. Registration is required, space is limited. Books, songs, motion and sensory activities in a welcoming and inclusive program. Sample outline: hello song, a song, a stretch activity, a book, a scarf song, a second book, a sensory activity (such as felt, egg shakers or scarves), marching band and a goodbye song. Registration opens Jan 1 2027. Branch phone: 954-201-8825.Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. South Regional/Broward College Library, Story Room, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. All ages. Registration is required, space is limited. Books, songs, motion and sensory activities in a welcoming and inclusive program. Sample outline: hello song, a song, a stretch activity, a book, a scarf song, a second book, a sensory activity (such as felt, egg shakers or scarves), marching band and a goodbye song. Registration opens Jan 1 2027. Branch phone: 954-201-8825.Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. South Regional/Broward College Library, Story Room, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. All ages. Registration is required, space is limited. Books, songs, motion and sensory activities in a welcoming and inclusive program. Sample outline: hello song, a song, a stretch activity, a book, a scarf song, a second book, a sensory activity (such as felt, egg shakers or scarves), marching band and a goodbye song. Registration opens Jan 1 2027. Branch phone: 954-201-8825.Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. South Regional/Broward College Library, Story Room, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. All ages. Registration is required, space is limited. Books, songs, motion and sensory activities in a welcoming and inclusive program. Sample outline: hello song, a song, a stretch activity, a book, a scarf song, a second book, a sensory activity (such as felt, egg shakers or scarves), marching band and a goodbye song. Registration opens Jan 1 2027. Branch phone: 954-201-8825.Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. South Regional/Broward College Library, Story Room, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. All ages. Registration is required, space is limited. Books, songs, motion and sensory activities in a welcoming and inclusive program. Sample outline: hello song, a song, a stretch activity, a book, a scarf song, a second book, a sensory activity (such as felt, egg shakers or scarves), marching band and a goodbye song. Registration opens Jan 1 2027. Branch phone: 954-201-8825.Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. South Regional/Broward College Library, Story Room, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. All ages. Registration is required, space is limited. Books, songs, motion and sensory activities in a welcoming and inclusive program. Sample outline: hello song, a song, a stretch activity, a book, a scarf song, a second book, a sensory activity (such as felt, egg shakers or scarves), marching band and a goodbye song. Registration opens Jan 1 2027. Branch phone: 954-201-8825.Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 1 to 1:30 pm. South Regional/Broward College Library, Story Room, 7300 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. All ages. Registration is required, space is limited. Books, songs, motion and sensory activities in a welcoming and inclusive program. Sample outline: hello song, a song, a stretch activity, a book, a scarf song, a second book, a sensory activity (such as felt, egg shakers or scarves), marching band and a goodbye song. Registration opens Jan 1 2027. Branch phone: 954-201-8825.

Sensory storytimes, in the library's words

“This story time will nurture your child through songs, stories and activities. Geared towards children with autism or sensory needs.”

“We will enjoy books, songs, motion, & sensory activities in a welcoming & inclusive program.” broward.libnet.info (Sensory Sprouts)

“Sensory tools will be available for use during the program.” broward.libnet.info (Stirling Road Branch)

  • Sensory Sprouts runs on Mondays at 1 pm, through late April 2027 so far, with a few Mondays off; check the date cards rather than counting on every Monday.
  • Registration opens on different days for different dates; each card says when it opens if it is not open yet.
  • Sensory Time in Coral Springs is for ages 5 to 10 and their families.

In their own words: broward.libnet.info. Checked Wed, Nov 11, 2026. Something wrong or out of date? Tell us · How we check

Three things to know

  1. Sensory storytimes and Sensory Time, a sensory program, at four Broward County Library branches, on the dates below.
  2. Sensory Sprouts requires registration and space is limited; the other programs also take registration online.
  3. Sensory tools are available during the Stirling Road storytime.

Visual schedule

Sensory Storytime

  • Drive to the library
  • Park the car
  • Go in the library
  • Read a story
  • Sing songs
  • Walk to the car
  • All done
Make it yours →

For a full-size copy your child can use, open this page at squaredsteps.com, tap Make it yours, then print.

Ask before you go

  • whether lights or sound are lowered in the room during these programs
Call 954-201-8825
More about Broward County Library
  • South Regional/Broward College Library: 954-201-8825. Northwest Regional Library: 954-357-7990. Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch: 954-357-7550. Main Library: 954-357-7444.
Call
954-201-8825 South Regional/Broward College Library (Sensory Sprouts)954-357-7990 Northwest Regional Library954-357-7550 Stirling Road Branch954-357-7444 Main Library

Source: broward.libnet.info

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