Welcome to the Sunshine and Smiles weekly newsletter! This is where you will find all our upcoming events and news.
Given the current government guidance regarding social distancing and non-essential social gatherings we have taken the very difficult decision to temporarily suspend all our groups, face to face sessions, activities and to close 21 Co. Shop & Café.
This decision has not been made lightly and we know it has implications for many people.
We are still available by telephone and email for advice, support and signposting – please don’t hesitate to get in touch at any time:
Telephone: 07725041601
Email: hello@sunshineandsmiles.org.uk
Some of our sessions are now available online. Please see the events calendar on our website to see what's on.
Latest news
Support & Information during COVID-19
Information and support available for families who have a child with additional needs.
Read more...Celebrating World Down Syndrome Day
We hosted an online catch up and boogie to bring some of our families together on WDSD.
Read more...Sunshine Sessions Amid COVID-19
We have online sessions taking place virtually on Zoom.
Read more...What's on this week
Online Made with Music Age 2-8
Next date: Sat, 28th Mar 2020, 11:30-12:10
Join in from home and get your musical minds at the ready
Find out moreTA Forum in Wetherby - POSTPONED
Wed, 1st Apr 2020, 13:30-14:45
Postponed regular forum for teaching assistants who support children with Down syndrome.
Find out moreKate Stephens - Art Workshops - Refresh Your Art for Spring - POSTPONED
Next date: Tue, 21st Apr 2020, 19:00-21:00
This event is no longer happening on this date.
Find out moreRoad Safety Workshop with Irwin Mitchell - POSTPONED
Wed, 22nd Apr 2020, 19:00-20:30
This event is no longer happening on this date.
Find out moreOnline Made with Music Age 2-8
Next date: Sat, 25th Apr 2020, 11:30-12:10
Join in from home and get your musical minds at the ready
Find out moreLauren's Online Speech & Language - Purple Groups
Next date: Wed, 20th May 2020, 10:00-10:45
These are the Purple Groups and invitations will be sent out with the link to join the session.
Find out moreOnline Made with Music Age 2-8
Next date: Sat, 23rd May 2020, 11:30-12:10
Join in from home and get your musical minds at the ready
Find out moreLauren's Online Speech & Language - Purple Groups
Next date: Wed, 10th Jun 2020, 10:00-10:45
These are the Purple Groups and invitations will be sent out with the link to join the session.
Find out moreOnline Made with Music Age 2-8
Next date: Sat, 20th Jun 2020, 11:30-12:10
Join in from home and get your musical minds at the ready
Find out moreLauren's Online Speech & Language - Purple Groups
Next date: Wed, 15th Jul 2020, 10:00-10:45
These are the Purple Groups and invitations will be sent out with the link to join the session.
Find out moreVirtual Individual Support Sessions
Every Monday, 09:30-13:30
Next date: Mon, 7th Sep 2020
Speak to a member of staff via phone or Zoom on Mondays
Find out moreVirtual Individual Support Sessions
Every Monday, 09:30-13:30
Next date: Mon, 14th Sep 2020
Speak to a member of staff via phone or Zoom on Mondays
Find out moreLauren's Online Speech & Language - Purple Groups
Next date: Wed, 16th Sep 2020, 10:00-10:45
These are the Purple Groups and invitations will be sent out with the link to join the session.
Find out moreFri, 18th Sep 2020, 17:35 - Sun, 20th Sep 2020, 17:35
This weekend we are partnering with Rachel Swann, Independent Ambassador for Tropic Skincare, to hold a virtual pamper in order to raise funds for the charity.
Find out moreVirtual Individual Support Sessions
Every Monday, 09:30-13:30
Next date: Mon, 21st Sep 2020
Speak to a member of staff via phone or Zoom on Mondays
Find out moreDates for your diary
Online Made with Music Age 2-8
Next date: Sat, 28th Mar 2020, 11:30-12:10
Join in from home and get your musical minds at the ready
Find out moreTA Forum in Wetherby - POSTPONED
Wed, 1st Apr 2020, 13:30-14:45
Postponed regular forum for teaching assistants who support children with Down syndrome.
Find out moreKate Stephens - Art Workshops - Refresh Your Art for Spring - POSTPONED
Next date: Tue, 21st Apr 2020, 19:00-21:00
This event is no longer happening on this date.
Find out moreRoad Safety Workshop with Irwin Mitchell - POSTPONED
Wed, 22nd Apr 2020, 19:00-20:30
This event is no longer happening on this date.
Find out moreLauren's Online Speech & Language - Purple Groups
Next date: Wed, 20th May 2020, 10:00-10:45
These are the Purple Groups and invitations will be sent out with the link to join the session.
Find out moreVirtual Individual Support Sessions
Every Monday, 09:30-13:30
Next date: Mon, 7th Sep 2020
Speak to a member of staff via phone or Zoom on Mondays
Find out moreFri, 18th Sep 2020, 17:35 - Sun, 20th Sep 2020, 17:35
This weekend we are partnering with Rachel Swann, Independent Ambassador for Tropic Skincare, to hold a virtual pamper in order to raise funds for the charity.
Find out more
Every Monday, 13:30-14:45
Next date: Mon, 28th Sep 2020
Online 0-3 Session from 1:30pm - 2:40pm
Find out moreLauren's Online Speech & Language - Green Groups
Next date: Sun, 18th Oct 2020, 10:00-16:15
These are the Green Groups and we will send each family their time and Zoom information.
Find out moreOnline Movement with Katie Age 8-16
Next date: Sat, 24th Oct 2020, 12:30-13:10
PLEASE NOTE LATER TIME JUST FOR THIS WEEK
Find out moreLauren's Online Speech & Language - Blue Groups
Next date: Sat, 21st Nov 2020, 10:00-16:00
These are the Blue Groups and we will send each family their time and Zoom information.
Find out moreRuth's online Speech and Language - Yellow groups
Next date: Mon, 23rd Nov 2020, 10:00-12:30
These are the face-to-face Yellow Groups hosted by Ruth Mercer
Find out morePOSTPONED - Magic Cycling Hour Sessions
Sun, 29th Nov 2020, 10:45-17:00
Cycling lessons on Sunday 29th November have been cancelled but there will be future sessions taking place.
Find out moreNext date: Mon, 30th Nov 2020, 13:00-14:00
Online Makaton classes for families who have a child aged 6-12 months
Find out moreSunshine & Smiles zoom Christmas Parties
Sun, 13th Dec 2020, 10:00-16:00
Sunshine & Smiles Christmas Party - 13th December
Find out moreOnline Teaching Assistant Forum
Wed, 3rd Feb 2021, 13:30-14:30
A regular forum for teaching assistants who support children with Down syndrome.
Find out moreZoom call to thank Engage Interactive
Thu, 25th Feb 2021, 19:00-19:30
Join us on zoom to record a quick thank you to Engage Interactive for their fundraising for us.
Find out more
Every Sunday, 15:00-15:35
Next date: Sun, 28th Feb 2021
Online Beginners Yoga with Maddie
Find out moreNext date: Thu, 18th Mar 2021, 19:00-19:40
A relaxed online singing session for people aged 10+
Find out moreWorld Down Syndrome Day Zoom Gathering
Sun, 21st Mar 2021, 11:00-12:00
Join us on Zoom to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day together.
Find out moreOnline Smilers Karaoke Session
Next date: Thu, 1st Apr 2021, 19:00-20:00
Get your song requests in!
Find out moreOnline Made with Music for Ages 8-16
Next date: Sat, 10th Apr 2021, 11:30-12:10
Join in from home and get your musical minds at the ready
Find out moreLauren's Online Speech & Language - Red Groups
Next date: Sat, 10th Apr 2021, 11:30-17:15
Individual group invitations will be sent out with the link to join the session.
Find out moreLauren's Online Speech & Language - Orange Groups
Next date: Sun, 11th Apr 2021, 09:30-16:30
Individual group invitations will be sent out with the link to join the session.
Find out moreSwim Session - Pre-booking Essential
Next date: Sat, 17th Apr 2021, 15:15-16:55
Bookings will open Saturday 10th April
Find out more'I Want To Ride My Bike' Session
Sat, 22nd May 2021, 09:00-17:00
One-to-one cycling sessions with Dave Burns from I Want To Ride My Bike
Find out more