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It was great to see parents popping along to the Support Groups.  Don't forget the next one is tomorrow, Monday 29th February 2016 at 7pm til 9pm at The Welcome Centre.  Thanks Sarah

Here is a great opportunity to go and watch a performance by the local theatre group.  Spiders Web will be showing on Saturday 19th March 2.30pm The Little Theatre, Grange Road West, Birkenhead, CH41 4BY we have some tickets for you to buy and we will receive some commission to raise funds for us.  More suitable for Adults. Thanks Sarah

Hurrah, just dropped the kids back outside the school gates, six blissful hours of child-free time to get on with some work without any interruptions!!!  I mean, I obviously love them to bits but one whole week of watching them watch their phone screens is enough to send anyone round the bend, isn't it?There were some highlights to the Half Term week, the children went to Centre Parks with their Dad for the weekend, my sister's and their children came to visit, so a quick tour of the house then off out to The Hazel Pear at Acton Bridge (fabulous Gastro Pub by the way) for tea.

Wow what an absolutely fantastic evening.  On arrival we were warmly welcomed by Ben who was selling tickets on the door (if not pre-purchased), such a lovely young man who is still at school, however finds the time to volunteer down at the Welcome Centre when he can.  We then sauntered over to the betting table where Kirsten had everything under control (rather her than me).  She explained that we are to chose a table, take a look at the race cards then pick a horse, one race at a time.  Over to the refreshments/cafe where they were serving a variety of beverages and hot food.

Last Saturday there was a hive of activity at The Welcome Centre where volunteers and members were busy painting and decorating.  We have moved into a slightly larger office as Sarah was stuck without a desk (and forgotten about stuck in the corner).  Next week we have our first drop-in sessions so pop along and we will show you around.  Thanks Sarah

Just a gentle reminder that the Race Night is this Saturday 20th Feb 2016 at The Welcome Centre.  Doors open at 7.30pm and the first race is at 8pm.  Tickets are available direct from Kirsten at The Welcome Centre.  See you there.  Sarah

Songs with Signs, wow what a fantastic opportunity to practice all those Makaton Signs I have been learning.  The venue is URC Church in Wallasey Village and we were in a tiny room but it was also completely self contained, small kitchen area and toilets just to the side of the room.

RAISING AWARENESSWorld Downs Syndrome Day (WDSD) observed on 21st March every year, is a global awareness day which has been officially observed by the United Nations since 2012.

Support Group/Information Evenings have been organised to give Parents/Carers the opportunity to pop along to the Welcome Centre, meet the staff and have an informal get-together with other families to offer support, information and guidance and for us to ask how we can help and support you in the future.  The dates for the first three groups have been confirmed as:- Tuesday 23rd February and Saturday 27th February between 10am and 12pm or the evening session on Monday 29th February between 7pm and 9pm. Thanks Sarah

A fantastic opportunity to practice your signing and singing is taking place tomorrow at Wallasey Village URC Church.  Run by our brilliantly talented Caroyln, open to all members, carers and extended family and friends.  Cost is a donation of just £1.00 Carers are FREE.  Time 10am til 11.30am on Tuesday 16th Feb 2016.  Sarah and Kim will also be attending.Thanks Sarah