Law Office of Lawrence W. Berliner, LLC

09/01/2026

Please join us on Wednesday September 23rd at 7:00 p.m. EST for the next webinar in the "Finding Your Voice as a Parent" series. The topic is special education law and advocacy. Register here on Zoom: https://bit.ly/3A265A Speakers: Attorney Lawrence Berliner (CT Special Education Law Attorney Law Office of Lawrence W. Berliner, LLC), Jane Faherty (Stamford JCC JumpStart Program Executive Director & Special Education Advocate Stamford JCC jumpstarsct), and Allie Grafman (Special Education Advocate at ABC Advocacy LLC ABC Advocacy, LLC). Co-hosted online with the Stamford JCC. This webinar is free and open to the public.

08/26/2026

The secret is out, Wilton Kneads is coming to Wilton center!

By the end of this year, we hope to open our doors at
101 Old Ridgefield Road, right in the heart of Wilton Center, the former home of The Painted Cookie.

We couldn’t imagine a more fitting place to begin this next chapter, and we are especially grateful to our dear friend, Susan Schmitt, whose kindness and encouragement have meant so much throughout this journey.

Our next-door neighbors will be Community Steps, Wilton’s transition program for young adults ages 18-22. This partnership couldn’t be more perfect. We look forward to welcoming these incredible young adults into our bakery, where they’ll have the opportunity to learn new skills, gain confidence, and train for meaningful employment.

There is still plenty of work ahead: renovations, equipment installation, licensing, hiring, and training, but thanks to your support, what once felt like a dream is becoming a reality.

Thank you for believing in our mission, attending our events, making donations, sharing our story, and cheering us on every step of the way.

We can’t wait to welcome you through our doors later this year! 🥖🥐🍞

Image description: a drawing of our future bakery storefront

08/20/2026

Wheel It Forward has acquired the medical equipment lending library program Mae's Closet in Hamden, CT (originally created by New Haven Interfaith Volunteer Care Givers of Greater New Haven). In addition, Wheel It Forward has locations in Stamford CT, Newtown CT, Stratford CT, and North Haven CT. https://www.homecaremag.com/news/wheel-it-forward-takes-over-maes-closet-dme-lending-program

More information:
https://www.carenewhaven.org/maes-closet https://www.wheelitforwardusa.org/

Wheel It Forward has taken over Mae’s Closet, expanding free durable medical equipment lending to six library branches across Connecticut.

08/20/2026

Interview about Chloe's Closet, the new pediatric medical equipment lending library in Guilford, CT (a division of Guilford Interfaith Volunteers). The organization also manages Charlie's Closet, a general medical equipment lending library.

https://www.wtnh.com/on-air/nyberg/nyberg-improving-a-childs-quality-of-life-with-access-to-medical-equipment/

More info: https://www.givct.org/chloescloset https://www.givct.org/charlie-s-closet

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — There is a program in Guilford that provides gently used, specialized pediatric durable medical equipment to Connecticut children and families. Chloe’s Closet, a div…

08/14/2026

https://westportjournal.com/arts/theatre-for-young-audiences-fairfield/?awt_a=1kja1&awt_l=QpdDWz&awt_m=i9jCAwOOUR5pfa1&utm_source=aweber&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=friday-morning-report-sun-cooler

The children’s theater program at the recently closed Downtown Cabaret Theatre will continue on in a new home in Fairfield.

08/07/2026

Please join us for our monthly support group for Caregivers of Adults with Level 3 Autism on Thursday, August 20th at 7:00pm. The support group is designed for caregivers of adults with profound autism to connect, network and offer support.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/vZZMMKV5RtmVwU0JE9PSdA

Please see the attached flyer and share with anyone who may benefit from the support group.

08/07/2026

Mystic Aquarium 2026 Sensory Friendly Night

Join Mystic Aquarium for a calmer, more inclusive aquarium experience where lighting and sound are adjusted to create a sensory-friendly environment.

Date: Tuesday, 8/11/26
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Tickets- https://ramp.mysticaquarium.org/95114/95116

This event will have the following accommodations: Reduced crowds, Lowered lighting and sound levels, quiet zones and sensory support resources, access to exhibits at your own pace

This night is specially tailored for guests with sensory processing challenges and their families.

Tickets are $15 per person and free for members but advanced reservation required for all.

08/07/2026

07/27/2026

We commemorate the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which was signed on July 26th 1990 and prohibits against disability discrimination for individuals in all areas of public life, including school. This law is the cornerstone of our law practice. Read Attorney Lawrence Berliner's commentary on the ADA from last year: https://bit.ly/90A10