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June 12, 2024

Pittsburgh Zoo: Sensory Friendly Mornings

“Lions and tigers and bears, oh my!” What is the first thing you think of when you hear this famous quote? It might be the movie “The Wizard of Oz”, which this quote came from, or like me, you might think of the zoo. A visit to the zoo can be an amazing experience for many; however, for those with...

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August 24, 2022

Coffee, Coffee, Coffee

If you are anything like me, the word coffee may bring a smile to your face. I am a firm lover of my coffee. It’s what gets me up in the morning, puts a little pep in my step, and leads me to move forward with my day. I recently stumbled across a business that brings together two things that...

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November 6, 2019

The Art of Sensitivity

Story. Dance. Music. Art enriches our lives so much and it is for me a great bonding opportunity. I believe stories are meant to be shared and it is in the sharing that somehow people find common ground and understanding. Have you ever been to the ballet? I’ve only gone once but that day stands out to me as a...

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June 12, 2019

Zoo Senses Public Needs

One in five people have a disability in the United States of America, with 84% affected by sensory processing issues. People on the Autism Spectrum make up a large portion of those facing sensory sensitivity. That’s staggering, especially, when you consider all that sensory processing issues affects. What can our communities do to help include people dealing with such sensitivities?...

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Tag: Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh Zoo: Sensory Friendly Mornings

Coffee, Coffee, Coffee

The Art of Sensitivity

Zoo Senses Public Needs