Come join us for a relaxed festive session, designed for our amazing heart warriors with additional needs and anyone else who may benefit!
WHEN?
Sunday 17 December, 2pm – 4pm
WHERE?
The Vinery Centre, Leeds, LS9 9LU [Google maps]
WHO?
Heart warriors and their siblings who have additional needs or may benefit from a smaller capacity event.
If you’re unsure who can attend, please contact us and we’d be happy to tell you more about this event. Email events@chsf.org.uk or call 0113 831 4810.
This festive event will offer a lower capacity event with a range of activities for our heart warriors and their siblings to get involved in, including:
o Festive crafty activity
o Festive digital show – bursting with music, puppetry, colourful visuals, and more
o Samba drum session
o Soft Play
o Sensory space
We want to bring families together this festive season, to enjoy the ‘most wonderful time of the year’ in a relaxed and fun atmosphere!
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