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June 21, 2022
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CANBERRA Children’s Centre is hosting four weekly sessions where parents/carers and their child can explore stories and rhymes in fun and creative ways. 

The sessions start on Thursday 7th July, 10am to 11am, and they are for families with children aged 0-5 years. 

For more details or to book a space, contact the Children’s Centre central line on 0800 970 4669; or visit the website: www.wiltshirechildrenscentres.org.uk

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