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\nThe theme of the day is \u201cSomething Eggy\u201d and it is aimed at teaching children about taking care of their pets.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
Various exciting activities are planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Contact Dulcie Harris on 074-899-4164 for more information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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