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Friday Craft and Knitting Group

Name: Friday Craft and Knitting Group
Start: 2026-06-05T11:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-06-05T14:00:00+01:00
Location: St Thomas Church and Community Project

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When

Friday, 5 June 2026, 11:00 – 14:00

St Thomas Church and Community Project

239 Garretts Green Lane, Garretts Green, Birmingham, B26 2SA

Time

11:00 – 14:00

Price guide

£2

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A very informal gathering of over 50s who want to knit or crochet with other fellow knitters and to natter at the same time and enjoy bottomless tea and coffee and a slice of hot buttered toast. Bring your own craft to do or join in with one of the group projects. This is for complete beginners as well as though with more skill and knowledge. Why not come along and have some fun. £2 donations are welcome.

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