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Sensory Friendly Movie: The Wild Robot
2025-11-13 18:00:00 2025-11-13 20:00:00 America/New_York Sensory Friendly Movie: The Wild Robot Join us for a Sensory Friendly viewing of The Wild Robot (G, 101 mins). Jackson Branch - Sensory Space

Thursday, November 13
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-11-13 18:00:00 2025-11-13 20:00:00 America/New_York Sensory Friendly Movie: The Wild Robot Join us for a Sensory Friendly viewing of The Wild Robot (G, 101 mins). Jackson Branch - Sensory Space

Jackson Branch

Sensory Space

Join us for a Sensory Friendly viewing of The Wild Robot (G, 101 mins).

Join us in the Sensory Space for a Sensory Friendly viewing of "The Wild Robot" (G, 101 mins). During Sensory Friendly movies, lights will be turned up, volume turned down, and signing, walking, rolling, and dancing are welcome.

Bean bags and fidgets are provided for use during the movie.

All ages welcome!

Please note:

  • Caregiver(s) must be present.
  • Please register EACH INDIVIDUAL attending to ensure we have a spot for you; seating is limited.

If you have any questions, please call: 732-928-4400, extension #3823

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Movie | Diversability |

TAGS: | Sensory Space |

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Sensory Friendly Movie: The Wild Robot
Thu, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Join us for a Sensory Friendly viewing of The Wild Robot (G, 101 mins).
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