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Kilkenny Child and Family Support Network and MacDonagh Junction staged a Jurassic Takeover on Hallowe'en
Kilkenny Child and Family Support Network joined forces with MacDonagh Junction Shopping Centre for a special dinosaur-themed family event this Hallowe'en.
Jurassic Takeover was the name of the fun family event which took place from 12pm-4pm in
MacDonagh Junction on Hallowe'en. There were dinosaur shows, free facepainting, scavenger hunts, an interactive play area and lots of goodies. There was even a competition for the best Hallowe'en costume!
While the children were busy being amused, parents and guardians received information and
advice from the various Kilkenny Child and Family Support Network service providers who set out their stalls at the shopping centre for the event.
Kilkenny Child and Family Support Network is a partnership of agencies, services and community groups working together to provide supports for children, young people and their families across the county and include services such as Newpark Close FRC; Kilkenny Childcare Committee; Family Carers Ireland; Community Connect; Kilkenny Community Early Years Project; An Garda Siochana; Foróige; Kilkenny Leader Partnership; Amber Women’s Refuge; Tusla PPFS and Fostering; Fr McGrath Family Resource Centre; Ossory Youth; CYPSC, Droichead FRC.
A full list of providers and their contact details is available on www.kilkennyparenthub.ie
Sandra Collins, who is senior Tusl manager for Kilkenny commented, “This was a lovely event for families before the trick or treating started on Halloween and we thank MacDonagh Junction for their support. If you are seeking advice on parenting, looking for support, or information on local events, information on all the services part of the Network can be found on Kilkenny Parent Hub. The website offers a one-stop support for parents, families and caregivers on current news and events in the area. It makes perfect sense to provide families across the county with vital information in one location and I thank the service providers who met with the public at MacDonagh Junction.”.
www.kilkennyparenthub.ie
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