GRASS VALLEY and AUBURN, CA – BriarPatch Food Co-op is now offering Low-Sensory Shopping Hours at both stores, Wednesdays 7-9am. This time features noise and light reduction, allowing for more peaceful shopping that’s easier on the senses. We’re letting folks know via social media, our website and extra signage outside our stores.
Noise-Reducing Actions Include: The overhead paging system and music are turned off, and volume on scales at registers are lowered or off as well. Walkie-talkie users will operate on low volume during that time and ear plugs…..