Sunderland, MA, Thursdays, 2026. The library is open to everyone during their Sensory Friendly Hours and features a modified, more accessible environment. Everyone is Welcome – all patrons are welcome to visit the library during our sensory friendly hours.
* While the environment in the library will be slightly altered to be more accessible for neurodivergent people, the collections and services will be the same.
You Can Be Yourself
Lowered Lights: Some lights in the library will be turned off to create a more relaxing experience. Please let them know if you are having a hard time seeing and they can turn some lights on.
Less Activity: The library makes an effort during our Sensory Friendly Hours to limit activity in the building. Outside groups will not be permitted to reserve spaces in the library.
Community Room for Quiet: For a quieter, calmer experience, please relax in the Community Room. There are also earplugs and headphones available.
Children’s Room or YA Room for Activity: Libraries don’t have to be quiet! Movement and sound are encouraged in the Children’s and YA Rooms.
* Help yourself to a Sociability Sticker to let library staff and other patrons know what kind of interactions you would like.
Fragrance Aware: Sunderland Public Library aims to become a fragrance aware facility. They are actively working to remove fragrances wherever possible. Please help us in these efforts by avoiding use of fragrances when visiting the library during Sensory Friendly Hours.
Staff are always happy to help you find what you need to be comfortable in the library.
Respect Everyone’s Unique Needs: Everyone is welcome at Sunderland Public Library. If someone’s behavior inhibits your enjoyment of the library, please let a staff member know so we can work together to find a solution.
