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Weekly News - 5th January 2026

Happy New Year and welcome to our first newsletter of 2026! We hope everyone has had an enjoyable time over the holidays.

This week we have: Sunbeams (Ages 0-4), Early Development- DucklingsOnline Karaoke Session for ages 10+Online Yoga for 16+Caitlin's Red Speech and Language Groups (Saturday and Sunday), and Yoga for Sunflowers (Ages 2-8).

As always we are available by telephone and email for advice, support and signposting – please don’t hesitate to get in touch at any time.

Weekday: 07442 332678

Weekend: 07472 320168 

Email: hello@sunshineandsmiles.org.uk

Latest news

Tree planting event

If you would love to spend some time outdoors, join us for an exciting tree planting event with the Conservation Volunteers from TCV Hollybush

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SEND parent carer information drop-in

The next SEND parent carer information drop-in is on Wednesday 14th January at 10.30 - 12.30 at the Swarcliffe Community Hub.

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Volunteers required for research project

The University of Leeds are looking for volunteers for their Chronic Illness & Disability Project, which offers students an opportunity to learn by experience about what is like to have, or to care for someone who has, a chronic illness or disability.

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Register your interest for Endure 24

We’re very excited to announce that Sunshine & Smiles are once again the Local Charity Partner for the Leeds Endure24 (the North’s biggest 24-hour trail race) taking place 3rd-5th July 2026!

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What's on this week

Early Development Group - Ducklings

Early Development Group - Ducklings

Next date: Tue, 6th Jan 2026, 10:00-11:30

Using tools & resources to encourage development

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Online Karaoke Session for ages 10+

Online Karaoke Session for ages 10+

Every other Wednesday, 18:00-19:00
Next date: Wed, 7th Jan 2026

Join us online for singing fun with Kerry

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Online Yoga for 16+

Online Yoga for 16+

Every other Friday, 19:30-20:15
Next date: Fri, 9th Jan 2026

Online Yoga Sessions

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Caitlin's Red Speech and Language Groups

Caitlin's Red Speech and Language Groups

Next date: Sat, 10th Jan 2026, 10:00-14:30

Caitlin's Speech & Language Groups

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Yoga for Sunflowers (Ages 2-8)

Yoga for Sunflowers (Ages 2-8)

Next date: Sat, 10th Jan 2026, 10:30-11:30

Sunflowers for ages 2-8 on a Saturday morning, every 2 weeks

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Caitlin's Red Speech and Language Groups

Caitlin's Red Speech and Language Groups

Next date: Sun, 11th Jan 2026, 10:00-14:30

Caitlin's Speech & Language Groups

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Individual Support Sessions

Individual Support Sessions

Every Monday
Next date: Mon, 12th Jan 2026 - Fri, 16th Jan 2026

9:30am-2:30pm: Face to face, phone or video support available

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Ruth's Purple Speech and Language groups

Ruth's Purple Speech and Language groups

Next date: Mon, 12th Jan 2026

Ruth's Speech & Language Groups

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Sunbeams (Ages 0-4)

Sunbeams (Ages 0-4)

Every Monday, 10:30-12:00
Next date: Mon, 12th Jan 2026

Join us with your little one for play and a cuppa, with some singing and signing too

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Early Development Group - Busy Bees

Early Development Group - Busy Bees

Every other Tuesday, 10:00-11:30
Next date: Tue, 13th Jan 2026

Using tools & resources to encourage development

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