‘Sensory-Friendly’ Dance Performances Help Autistic Children Enjoy The Theater
At these performances the lights will be dimmed but not dark, the sound will be low and traditional theater etiquette will be tossed out the window.
Capital Public Radio:
Capital Dance Project Serves Autistic Children With Sensory Friendly Performance
The Studio Movie Grill in Rocklin offers special needs showings, and the Crocker Art Museum has programs for autistic children, but the Capital Dance Project ballet is Sacramento’s first sensory-friendly dance performance. ... The need for autism-inclusive performances has grown clearer as the disorder becomes more prevalent. (Caiola, 8/21)
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Sacramento Bee:
Demographic Breakdown Of California Adults Reporting Lack Of Sex
About 1 in 10 Californians between ages 25 and 45 did not have sex in the last 12 months, according to the state’s largest health survey. ... Lack of sex correlated with a number of health problems, including obesity and psychological distress. (Reese, 8/21)
Orange County Register:
900-Gallon Sewage Spill Closes Baby Beach In Dana Point Harbor
The Orange County Health Care Agency shut down Baby Beach in Dana Point late Sunday because of a 900-gallon sewage spill. ... The spill was caused by a blockage in a sewer line operated by South Coast Water District, according to the Health Care Agency. (Connelly, 8/21)