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Name: Send a Smile Card Group
Start: 1764930600
End: 1764936000
Location: South Benfleet Library

Send a Smile Card Group

Date: Fri 05/12/2025
Time: 10:30 - 12:00
Venue: South Benfleet Library
Cost: Free
Booking: not required

Social

Seniors

Crafts and Creative

Description:

Join us in making cards for local care home residents and those at risk of social isolation and loneliness.

You can bring your own materials or choose from donated card making supplies at our monthly group!

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