Tots on Tuesday Tots on Tuesday has been running for 27 years. At the Open Door Church (Spalding Road DSJ) during term time the group meets from 10-11.30 am. Each week has a different theme with dinosaurs, pets, transport all being very popular. Activities are in keeping with the theme as is storytime, often accompanied by singing and dancing. Snack time includes a drink and fresh fruit and healthy snacks. Parents also receive a drink and a snack. It is £1.50 for the first child and £1 for siblings. Contact on Facebook.
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Deepings Library What better way to introduce your child to a lifetime love of books than through Book Babies – a group from birth to around one year. Every Tuesday between 10.15 and 11.15 am you’ll find a play mat, toys and of course books, plus the chance to collect your Bookstart Baby Bag filled with goodies. The session is volunteer-led and there are free hot drinks for adults – a lovely little social group! On Friday between 10.15 and 10.45 am there is Rhymetime for 1-3 year olds – a lively group with singing, actions, instruments and more! Run by volunteers, this group is a wonderful way to start a Friday! On Wednesdays between 2 and 2.30 pm pre-schoolers are entertained by the legendary storytellers who often finish the session with a craft activity. Start the week with ‘Stay and Play’ when a different themed toy set is left out (train tracks, dino land, baking, tea party, duplo bricks and city life). All are free sessions, although donations are always welcome. 46
Seedlings Baby and toddler group Seedlings has been running for 30 years, by members of Deeping Baptist Church .Open term time Thursdays from 10 -11.30, sessions begin with play time and a craft activity. This is followed by some action songs and ends with refreshments and a story time which is usually based on people from the Bible. Parents/ carers who come along are encouraged to join in, and can meet with fellow parents/carers too. This is a warm and safe space to play and meet with plenty of onsite parking, an accessible toilet and babychange facilities. All volunteers have been recently DBS checked. A contribution of £1 per family is requested towards refreshments which are offered to all who come along. The church is set back from Bridge Street, Deeping St James, opposite the River Welland (postcode PE6 8HA). Visit www.deepingbaptistchurch.org or follow on Facebook and Instagram.