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CALM calls for parents to come forward

CALM coordinators Helen Seward and Sam Goodchild at the CALM
memorial bench and pump in the walled garden in Lydiard Park
Swindon charity CALM (Children’s to be collected and then each entry
Cancer & Leukaemia Movement) is will be written out in calligraphy
putting together a book of remem- before the book is displayed at
brance where memories of children Lydiard House.
who lost their lives through cancer Helen, 46, of Pinehurst, said: “We
or leukaemia can be honoured. have started to write to parents to
Project coordinators Helen Seward ask if they would like their loved
and Sam Goodchild are calling for one in the book but the problem
families to come forward to make is that over the years people move
sure their child is part of this special house or change numbers so it’s
book. quite hard to find all of them.
Sam, 43, from Greendmeadow, “A parent never forgets their child
whose own daughter Charlie died but we want their memories to live
at the age of seven in 2005, said: on in the wider world as well. This
“We just don’t want any child to is a way to cherish memories and
be forgotten. The book will serve as remember what they gave us.”
a way that families can remember Helen’s daughter Abigail died at
their loved ones and make sure their the age of three in 2002 from a
memories stay alive.” brain tumour and she’s been sup-
The leather-bound book was porting the charity ever since.
donated by the Rotary Club a few For details call CALM on 01793
years ago. The plan is for the names 813025 or visit www.calmcharity.org

Two playgroups
mark 25 years

Sparklers children with staff, from left, Laine Waite, Tracey Jones and Clare
Steven. Not pictured: Helen Young
Sparklers Pre-School at Peatmoor Primary School is celebrating 25 years
with a party on Saturday 9 May, 12noon to 3pm, and past families and staff
are invited to attend. To register for the party which will include games, a
disco and refreshments, call 01793 875777.
www.sparklerspreschoolswindon.co.uk
King William Playgroup in Old Town has operated for 25 years at Savern-
ake Street Community Centre.
Last year the group moved into its own dedicated room which has allowed
it to expand activities and display work permanently. To mark the anniversary
they aim to raise £20,000 for an all weather outdoor play space.
Teams of six are invited to a charity quiz on Friday 17 April, 7.30pm.
Entry is just £10. For details call 01793 527678 or 07882 211456.
A 25th year party takes place on Thursday 23 April, when a birthday cake
will be cut and items will be made for a time capsule.
www.kingwilliamplaygroup.co.uk
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