ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. (March 2, 2026) – OC Public Libraries is excited to introduce Regulation Station: All Aboard for Sensory Play, a new initiative designed to support neurodiverse children and their families through inclusive library programming.
This program series includes storytimes for children ages 2–8, sensory play experiences, and author talks for parents that support families with children on the autism spectrum. As part of the launch, OC Public Libraries will host an author talk featuring Katie Rose Guest Pryal, J.D., Ph.D., a nationally recognized voice in neurodiversity and mental health. Her book, Your Kid Belongs Here, provides a compassionate and comprehensive guide for families raising neurodivergent children and reinforces the initiative’s focus on empowerment and belonging.
WHO: | Katie Rose Guest Pryal, JD, PhD, is an internationally respected expert on neurodiversity and mental health, focusing on how these experiences shape workplaces, educational settings, and family life. As a bipolar AuDHD mother raising two AuDHD children, she brings a rare combination of personal insight and professional training as a lawyer, professor, and award‑winning author of more than fifteen books. Her work has helped expand public understanding of neurodivergent experiences and encouraged more inclusive approaches to learning, caregiving, and community support. |
WHEN: | Saturday, March 7th at 11:00 a.m. |
WHERE: | Clifton C. Miller Community Center – 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, CA 92627 |
Limited complimentary books available, while supplies last. No registration required. Early arrival suggested.
This program is funded by support from the Samueli Foundation.
OC Public Libraries (OCPL)
OC Public Libraries is a vibrant network of 29 branches, and a satellite location at the Orangewood Children and Family Center, delivering vital library services across the county. With a strong commitment to early literacy, OCPL nurtures a passion for reading in young learners, while also providing robust programs and resources for teens, seniors, and everyone in between. Offering access to over 1.7 million materials, as well as a vast range of online resources and streaming services, OCPL empowers individuals at every stage of life. Our mission is rooted in promoting lifelong learning, fostering community connections, and ensuring free, open access to knowledge and tools that enrich lives. Through innovative programming, we support diverse needs, encourage personal growth, and strengthen the fabric of our community. Our services help people of all ages thrive. At OC Public Libraries, books are just the beginning.
More information at https://ocpl.org/regulation-station
