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Sunflowers for ages 2-8 on a Saturday morning, every 2 weeks. You can book onto the session here. Here is what the session will look like this week: A singing and music session with Made with Music Made with Music is a charity in Leeds who provide accessible and educational live music experiences for families and young people. They use signing and singing to encourage learning and fun. This session is for children aged 2-8 and Made with Music encourage everyone to join in to allow each individual to enjoy the personal and social benefits singing brings to a group. Siblings are welcome. Bookings will close at 4pm on Friday and please remember to cancel your place if you can no longer attend. Enjoy!

It’s time to dig out your dancing pants because we’re having a Youth Group Disco! For secondary school aged children (11-19), the disco will be held at Stainbeck Community Hall from 6.30pm – 8.30pm. There’ll be music, dancing and food! Although this event is for older children, we do need to ask that there will be parent/carer supervision at all times. Book your place here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/sunshineandsmiles/1407820

Does your child struggle to go to school due to feelings of worry or stress?… Have your heard of the Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) support groups led by the friendly and supportive Educational Psychologist Team. You’ll find a safe space to: Share and listen to other parents and get ideas to help Learn more about what you can do to support your child, and what you can expect from school Autumn Term 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd Oct, 10-11.30am, Shipley library Autumn Term 12th, 19th, 26th Nov and 3rd Dec, 1-2.30pm, Online You will need to be able to attend all 4 sessions Book: by e-mailing EBSA@bradford.gov.uk One Minute Guide to Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) : Bradford Local Offer | One Minute Guides – Emotionally based school avoidance EBSA

Because kids shouldn’t get all the fun! Love the iconic Thriller? Want to be part of a small cast experience and create your own version? Then this workshop is for you! Join Kathleen in reimagining the legendary Thriller with a mini production full of funky moves, themed physical theatre, and feel-good vibes. No experience needed—just bring your energy and curiosity! 👥 Who Is This For? This workshop is designed for adults aged 18+, especially: Parents and carers who deserve a break Anyone curious about musical theatre or physical performance Those looking to explore a new skill or creative outlet People who want to connect with others in a fun, nurturing space 🎭 What to Expect A relaxed, supportive environment Simple, fun choreography inspired by Thriller Themed physical theatre activities Lots of laughs, funky moves, and musical creativity A chance to just be yourself and enjoy the moment 👟 Dress comfortably—wear clothes that allow free movement and supportive footwear like trainers or pumps. 🚫 What Not to Expect High-intensity routines Pressure to perform or get things “perfect” Any need for previous experience Kathleen’s workshops are low on physical intensity but big on fun—accessible and adaptable for all. Just let us know if you have any specific needs or support requirements. Meet your Instructor […]

Swimming sessions for Sunshine Families  Sessions are 40 minutes long and we will run 2 sessions of 4 pods on a fortnightly basis. The 1st pod will run from 3.15pm to 3.55pm followed by 20 minutes between sessions, with the 2nd session being from 4.15pm to 4.55pm with 20 minutes to exit the baths. Each pod will be a 1/4 of the pool – 2 shallow end pods & 2 deep end pods (your child must be able to swim without arm bands or floats for the deep end pods) with a maximum of 6 people from the same family or support bubble in each pod. All sessions must be booked in advance and spaces are released for booking the Saturday before the swim session. The link to book is: Sunshine & Smiles Swimming We will then ensure we pass family details to Bramley for the purposes of NHS track & trace & for checking into the session. There will be two teachers available on the poolside to give advice & guidance to families during the session, unfortunately teachers cannot be in the water with children due to ensuring social distancing & the session being Covid secure. You will be allocated poolside changing cubicles on arrival and will need […]

Bookings will be open from Monday, 29th September at 10am. More details to follow soon!  Please keep an eye on our SNAPS Family Facebook group for further updates on these events, or email: laurabeckett@snapsyorkshire.org for further details.

We are opening our doors to welcome young people with learning disabilities, PMLD and/or autism, with their families and carers. Interplay Theatre. Creating sensory theatre which places the audience at the centre of the experience. LS12 Creative. Home to all of Interplay Theatre’s participation work that happens in our building, in our area and beyond. 2025 Saturday 6th September Saturday 4th October Saturday 1st November Saturday 6th December 2026 Saturday 10th January Saturday 7th February Saturday 7th March 11am – 12.30pm or 2pm – 3.30pm These monthly free-form open days are themed differently each time and introduce ideas, celebrate messy spaces, and promotes play, whatever that means for you. Our Sensory Youth Theatre group will share music, creative play and art, and our artists are led by the participants with very few rules or expectations. Come and explore, create, and express yourselves in a relaxed and supportive environment. Booking a place means we can plan and tailor our activities to the young people and we can ensure that the sessions don’t get too busy. Find us on the 15, 16, 72 and 508 bus routes. To Book:  Email: takepart@interplaytheatre.org.uk Call: 0113 263 8556 Text: 07444 229628

Join us for a relaxing family afternoon at Bianco Lounge, brought to you by Little Hiccups in collaboration with Bianco Lounge. This event is designed to give families a relaxing afternoon in a welcoming environment. Enjoy a friendly atmosphere, great company, and delicious food. The aim of this is to hold a regular event for families to be able to relax and to get together. It will be held the first Sunday every 3 months at 3pm. It will be a very relaxed event. There will be Little Hiccups representatives there to meet and greet but the goal is to allow families to have a bit of family time together and/or meet other families. There will be no planned activities and parent/carers remain responsible for their children. Please also be aware, that we will be in a reserved area, but that the Bianco Lounge is still open to the public.  Little Hiccups will give ensure there is juice available for the children and every adult will be treated to one free drink on Little Hiccups. Bianco Lounge are generously putting out snacks and nibbles. On booking, please do alert us of any allergies.  Bianco Lounge is in The White Rose Shopping […]

Dates (2 sets – book on one set or both!): Weekly on a Wednesday 10th Sept – 22nd Oct 2025  (7 sessions) Weekly on a Wednesday 5th Nov – 17th Dec 2025 (7 sessions) Time: 11.15am – 12.15pm Session: 1 hour Price: £30 for a block of 7 sessions. Venue: https://www.bodymindagency.com/ Instructor: Yoga with Debs: https://www.yogawithdebs.org.uk No yoga experience is required.  These sessions are about providing a space for you to turn up as you are and enjoy some yoga based movement, breathing practices and relaxation as well as practical tips, focusing on regulation, grounding and resetting. There are no expectations, there is no judgement. A space for you to come and be you and take some time for your self-care. The aim of this is for you to have an opportunity for self care but also as a social opportunity to meet other parents who ‘get it’ (if you want to! No pressure!) Mobility, pregnancy or other health issues can be catered for  – please provide these in the registration form which will be sent to you on booking, so Debs can review and speak with your beforehand if necessary. You can also complete it now here. Accessibility Disabled toilet. No Changing Place. […]

A group-based physiotherapy programme for children who want to improve their balance, coordination, and confidence in physical activity. This group is designed for children who: Are aged 8–11 years Are independently mobile (with or without a walking aid) Experience challenges with balance and coordination Have low confidence in group physical activity May be neurodiverse (e.g. autistic characteristics, ADHD, DCD — diagnosis not essential) Are willing to take part in a 6-session course in a supportive group setting Have a parent or guardian who can attend with them and support them during the sessions This group will include fun, structured activities to help children build physical confidence, improve movement skills, and connect with others in a safe and inclusive environment. Find out more: https://www.littlehiccups.co.uk/physiotherapy-support

Registrations are live for our next online B&A events for 11–25-year-olds. Open for any young person 11-25 years old wop has been impacted by Meningitis. This event is open to the young person who has experienced the disease and their siblings Our 11–17-year-olds will take part in a creative session with The Crafty Hen and our 18–25-year-olds will enjoy a practical session looking at their personal strengths and how to use them to move forward positively in their lives, with Morissa from Family Action https://www.meningitisnow.org/get-support/supporting-young-people/believe-achieve/events-weekends/