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Family, Fun & Everyday Magic

A family lifestyle blog by Manchester mum and YouTuber Sarah Monaghan, sharing weekly updates, theatre reviews, family days out, attractions, crafts, baking and everyday magic.

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FAMILY WEEKLY UPDATE: 17TH - 23RD AUGUST 2026 | A MANCHESTER SHOPPING TRIP, POKÉMON DOUGHNUTS & LOTS OF DRAWING

In this Family Weekly Update, the children spend their money in Manchester, we try the new Pokémon Krispy Kreme doughnuts and I continue working on my artwork.

Weekly Update 10th-16th August 2026 collage: kids at Dear Zoo display, bowling, theatre seats, and museum exhibit.

FAMILY WEEKLY UPDATE: 10TH - 16TH AUGUST 2026 | DEAR ZOO, BOWLING, PIKMIN, UNO & A VERY SMASHED DELIVERY!

This week's Family Weekly Update takes us bowling at the Trafford Centre and to Dear Zoo Live at The Lowry, followed by quieter days filled with drawing, Pikmin, UNO and one very smashed delivery.

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FAMILY WEEKLY UPDATE: 3RD - 9TH AUGUST 2026 | PAW PATROL, MISS SAIGON & MAKING MY FIRST MUGS

In this Family Weekly Update, we head to HOME Manchester for a PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie preview, see Miss Saigon and turn my drawings into mugs.

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Latest Weekly Updates

FAMILY WEEKLY UPDATE: 17TH - 23RD AUGUST 2026 | A MANCHESTER SHOPPING TRIP, POKÉMON DOUGHNUTS & LOTS OF DRAWING

In this Family Weekly Update, the children spend their money in Manchester, we try the new Pokémon Krispy Kreme doughnuts and I continue working on my artwork.

FAMILY WEEKLY UPDATE: 10TH - 16TH AUGUST 2026 | DEAR ZOO, BOWLING, PIKMIN, UNO & A VERY SMASHED DELIVERY!

This week's Family Weekly Update takes us bowling at the Trafford Centre and to Dear Zoo Live at The Lowry, followed by quieter days filled with drawing, Pikmin, UNO and one very smashed delivery.

FAMILY WEEKLY UPDATE: 3RD - 9TH AUGUST 2026 | PAW PATROL, MISS SAIGON & MAKING MY FIRST MUGS

In this Family Weekly Update, we head to HOME Manchester for a PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie preview, see Miss Saigon and turn my drawings into mugs.

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Theatre

REVIEW – HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL AT THE LOWRY – A FUN FAMILY THEATRE TRIP TO EAST HIGH 🏀🎭

Come along on our family theatre trip to see High School Musical at The Lowry. From karaoke and Wildcats pom-poms to our Circle seats and the show itself, here's what Alice and I thought of this fantastic new stage production.

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REVIEW - DEAR ZOO LIVE – A COLOURFUL FAMILY THEATRE TRIP WITH THE KIDS 🦁🐘

We went to see Dear Zoo Live on its UK tour for a colourful family theatre trip filled with puppets, familiar animals and lots of audience interaction. Here's what we thought of the show, plus our seats, merchandise and family day out.

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REVIEW – THE MAGIC BOOKMARK AT HOME MANCHESTER – BOOKS, PANTO FUN & PLENTY OF LAUGHS

We saw The Magic Bookmark at HOME Manchester during Little HOME Family Festival. Find out why this funny, colourful family show ended up being Leo's favourite of the weekend.

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Attractions & Experiences

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LITTLE HOME FAMILY FESTIVAL: TWO DAYS OF FREE FAMILY FUN AT HOME MANCHESTER

Our third year at Little HOME Family Festival was our biggest yet, with two days of free family fun, theatre, crafts, puppetry, cinema and circus skills at HOME Manchester.

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WILD THINGS AT LOWRY: A FREE FAMILY DAY OUT CELEBRATING CHILDREN'S BOOKS

We visited Wild Things at Lowry, a colourful free family exhibition celebrating children's books with original illustrations, interactive activities, storytelling and plenty of family fun

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Review: Horrible Science: Cosmic Chaos Exhibition at the Science and Industry Museum Manchester – An Out-of-This-World Family Day Out

Our visit to Horrible Science: Cosmic Chaos Manchester at the Science and Industry Museum was a fun, interactive family day out filled with hands-on science, space adventures and plenty for kids to explore.

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🏀✨ A WILDCATS NIGHT AT THE LOWRY! ✨🏀

We headed to The Lowry to see High School Musical and honestly, this was such a fun family theatre trip! ❤️

The fun started before we'd even taken our seats. Alice got her own Wildcats pom-poms, posed for photos, we attempted some High School Musical karaoke (very badly 😂) and she even got to sit at Sharpay's dressing table! 💖

Then it was time to head into the theatre, where the atmosphere was amazing before the show had even started, with audience cameras, cheerleaders and a Wildcats cheer. 📣🏀

I was 23 when the original High School Musical came out, so I didn't grow up with it, but I've always enjoyed the movie. Alice had never seen it before, so I wasn't sure what she'd think.

She absolutely loved it – especially the huge dance numbers – and sat watching them in awe. 🥹❤️

And me? I actually enjoyed the stage production even more than the movie!

Fantastic choreography, clever staging, a brilliant cast and, of course, all those songs we know and love. I also couldn't get enough of Sharpay's fabulous costumes! 💖✨

Afterwards I told Alice there was a movie... and now she can't wait to watch it! 😂

🏀 High School Musical is at The Lowry, Salford until 19th September before heading to London.

🎭 Read my full theatre-trip review on the blog – link in bio.

Our tickets were kindly gifted for review purposes.

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🐾🦖 We were invited to a special preview screening of PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie at HOME Manchester, and we had a paw-some family day out!

Before the film, HOME rolled out the red carpet with family activities, photo opportunities and even some very adorable four-legged guests. It made the screening feel extra special before we settled in to watch the latest PAW Patrol adventure.

This time, the pups crash land on a mysterious island full of dinosaurs, where they meet Rex, a pup who has been stranded on the island for years. When Mayor Humdinger's latest scheme causes a volcano to erupt, the PAW Patrol must work together to save the island in their biggest rescue yet.

One of the highlights for us was the relaxed screening. Leo doesn't usually enjoy going to the cinema because he finds it too dark and too loud, but he really enjoyed the experience at HOME. The lights were kept on low, the volume was turned down slightly, and we knew we could move around if he needed to. It made the whole experience much more comfortable for our family, and it was lovely to see him enjoying every minute of the film.

PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie is showing at HOME Manchester from 7–13 August, and all of HOME's screenings are relaxed, making them a great option for families who would benefit from a more comfortable cinema environment.

Thank you to HOME Manchester for inviting us to this special preview screening. 🐶💙

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Leo and I had such a lovely day at the We Invented The Weekend Festival at MediaCity! ❤️

What started as a few hours out turned into over four hours of exploring, playing and discovering new things together.

Some of our highlights included:
✨ Play Street with the giant U-Build structure and Scrap Street Challenge
✨ North West End Live performances
✨ A free backstage tour of The Lowry
✨ Pirate Taxi outdoor circus show
✨ Meeting Bluey
✨ Free colouring and crafts at The Lookout

One of the things I loved most about the festival was the sheer variety of activities on offer. We were there for hours and still didn't manage to see everything!

📍 AT A GLANCE

🎟️ Cost: Free

📍 Location: MediaCity & Salford Quays, Greater Manchester

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best For: Families, children and anyone looking for a fun free day out

🍔 Food & Drink: Food stalls across the festival site, plus plenty of restaurants and cafés around MediaCity, Quayside and The Lowry

🚋 Getting There: Easy to reach by tram, bus or car

🚗 Parking: Available at Quayside MediaCityUK and nearby Salford Quays car parks

⏰ How Long To Allow: Half a day to a full day

⭐ Our Favourite Activity: The Lowry backstage tour

👍 Would We Recommend It? Absolutely!

We'll definitely be back next year. 😊

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We recently spent the day at HOME Manchester and it was a great opportunity to learn more about the venue's wider family programme.

If you've followed me for a while, you'll know we already visit HOME regularly for family theatre productions and the Little HOME festival, but this visit gave us the chance to spend more time exploring some of the other family-friendly activities available.

The children loved spending time in Creativity Corner, which has become one of their favourite parts of visiting HOME. Alice enjoyed the dressing-up costumes, puppets and imaginative play, while Leo got stuck into the crafts and proudly made a jellyfish to take home.

We also tried HOME Bar & Kitchen for the first time and the pizza and chips were a huge hit with all of us.

And our day at HOME didn't end there either, as Alice and I returned later that evening to watch Malory Towers. It was the perfect way to round off the day and a lovely reminder that HOME offers so much for families.

We've also attended Little HOME for the last two years and already have several events booked for this summer. Little HOME, HOME's free annual family festival, returns on 1st and 2nd August with a packed programme of family activities, performances, workshops and screenings.

Why HOME is great for families:

🎭 Regular family theatre productions

🎬 Family and relaxed cinema screenings

🎨 Creativity Corner with crafts, books, dressing-up and imaginative play

🖼️ Free gallery exhibitions

🍕 HOME Bar & Kitchen

🚋 Easy to reach by bus, tram and train

🎪 Little HOME – HOME's free annual family festival

If you're looking for family-friendly things to do in Manchester, HOME is definitely worth checking out.

You can read my full blog post over on sarahmonaghan.com, which is linked in my bio.

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We went to see Sisters 360 and it turned out to be such a lovely family theatre trip ✨

Sisters 360 follows step-sisters Fatima and Salima as they chase their dream of winning a skateboarding competition — but when family life changes, their bond is put to the test 🛹✨

A fun, high-energy show full of heart, humour and lovely messages about sisterhood and resilience ❤️

Alice was completely transfixed the whole time and loved getting a handshake and fist bump from Salima 🥹

Both kids also loved the colourful bat puppet 🦇🌈

Such a feel-good theatre trip for families ✨

Read our full review at the link in bio

#familytheatre #manchester #thingstodomanchester #dayoutwithkids #familyfun

🕵️‍♂️ Come with us to the Spies, Lies and Deception Exhibition at the Imperial War Museum North…

This free, family-friendly exhibition in Greater Manchester explores the secret world of espionage through real artefacts, spy gadgets and interactive experiences.

From dressing up as a spy in the Mission Room to completing the Secret Mission trail, there’s plenty to keep younger visitors engaged — while the powerful real-life stories add depth for adults too.

Running until 31 August 2026, it’s a brilliant option if you’re looking for something educational and interactive to do with the family.

👉 Read our full review via the link in bio

Have you visited Imperial War Museum North before?

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We went to the new Horrible Science: Cosmic Chaos exhibition at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester and it was such a fun family day out 🚀

From touching a real piece of the Moon 🌕 to exploring all the interactive exhibits, there was so much for the kids to get stuck into. Alice loved dressing up as an astronaut and both of them really enjoyed all the hands-on activities throughout.

Even though our time slot (and most of the others that day) were sold out, it didn’t feel overcrowded at all. There was plenty of space to explore and we never felt rushed, which made such a difference.

It took us just over an hour to go round and it’s definitely one I’d recommend if you’re looking for something fun and interactive to do in Manchester 💫

✨ To find out more about this fun exhibition, you can read my full review via the link in my bio

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✨ FAMILY WEEKLY UPDATE ✨

This week was a mix of everything — catching up on editing, a lovely theatre night with my mum, lots of Easter prep, and finishing it all off with a really fun Easter party 🐰💛

One of my highlights had to be going to see Top Hat The Musical at The Lowry — such a feel-good show and a really special night out with my mum 💃

The rest of the week was full-on Easter mode… baking, decorating, making a piñata (which took way longer than I expected 😅), and getting everything ready for our party.

Easter Sunday was such a lovely day. The kids had their Easter surprises, we did an egg hunt, played games, and spent time with family — exactly what Easter should be all about 💛

If you’d like to read more about our week, you can find our latest Family Weekly Update over on my blog (link in bio) ✨

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✨ TOP HAT THE MUSICAL – THE LOWRY ✨

On Tuesday, my mum and I headed to The Lowry to see Top Hat the Musical and it ended up being such a lovely evening 💛

I’ll be honest — old-school musicals aren’t usually my thing, but this one really surprised me. The tap dancing is incredible, the costumes are stunning and there were so many songs I recognised 🎶

My mum absolutely loved it too — especially the humour and the big dance numbers — and it was just such a nice night to spend together ✨

Full blog post now live – link in bio 🎭

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A rainy walk, a nostalgic show and a really lovely night with my dad 💛

On Tuesday we went to The Lowry to see Eric & Ern — and it ended up being such a special evening.

It was absolutely chucking it down when we arrived (and way too windy for an umbrella 🌧️), but once we were inside with a drink in hand and settled into our seats, it felt like the perfect cosy night out.

I’ve only ever seen a few clips of Morecambe and Wise before, so I didn’t recognise a lot of the sketches, and it’s not quite my usual style of humour…

…but my dad absolutely loved it 🥰 He was laughing the whole way through, and seeing how much he enjoyed it honestly made the night for me.

We both agreed the second act was even better, and overall we had such a nice time together.

👉 You can read the full blog post via the link in my bio

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🍀 These Leprechaun Hat treats were a HUGE hit at our St Patrick’s Day party!

They’re so easy to make using biscuits, marshmallows and chocolate — and they turned out so cute 😍

Perfect for party food, school treats or a fun activity with the kids 💚

We’ll definitely be making these again next year!

👉 Save this so you don’t forget for next St Patrick’s Day 🍀

👉 Full recipe on my blog (link in bio)

Would you try these? ✨

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🍀 Shamrock Hot Dogs – the easiest St Patrick’s Day party food!

We made these for our St Patrick’s Day party this week and they were such a hit 💚

Just hot dogs and puff pastry with a fun little shamrock twist – perfect for picky eaters and so simple to make.

Definitely one we’ll be making again next year!

👉 Save this so you’ve got it ready for next St Patrick’s Day

👉 Find the full recipe on my blog – link in bio 🍀

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🍀 Shamrock Mini Pizzas – such a fun and easy St Patrick’s Day food idea!

We made these for our St Patrick’s Day party and they were such a hit 💚

Made using tortilla wraps and simple toppings, they’re really easy to put together and perfect for picky eaters.

Save this for next year ✨

Full recipe is over on the blog – link in bio ✨

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🍀 DIY Leprechaun Hat Craft

This is a really fun St Patrick’s Day craft to make with kids — and the best part is the hat is actually wearable once it’s finished.

Using coloured card, scissors and glue, you can make your own leprechaun hat for St Patrick’s Day that’s perfect for parties, school celebrations or dress-up.

I’ve shared the full step-by-step tutorial on my blog if you’d like to make one too.

🍀 Link in bio

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🍀 DIY Shamrock Paper Chain

This is a really simple St Patrick’s Day craft that’s perfect to make with kids.

All you need is some green card, scissors and glue or a stapler, and you can turn a few strips of card into a shamrock paper chain decoration.

It’s a fun way to decorate the house for St Patrick’s Day, and using different shades of green makes the finished chain look really festive.

I’ve shared the full step-by-step tutorial on my blog if you’d like to make one too.

🍀 Link in bio

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🍀 Pretzel Shamrocks – the easiest St Patrick’s Day treat!

We made these fun little pretzel shamrocks using mini pretzels, pretzel sticks and green white chocolate and they turned out so cute!

They’re super simple to make and perfect if you want a quick St Patrick’s Day snack for a party, movie night or school treat.

They’re also a great one for children to help with as most of the fun is dipping the pretzels in chocolate and arranging them into shamrock shapes.

🍀 Full recipe on my blog – link in bio!

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🌿 A lovely morning at Z-arts to see Brave Bettie 🌿

We went into Manchester to see Brave Bettie, a woodland adventure for children aged 3–8.

Before the show even started the children were invited into the story — learning some Shona words and a rain dance they later got to perform during the show.

Alice and Leo even got picked to shout out their favourite animals which they were very excited about 🐧🦒

It’s a really thoughtful show about courage, friendship and protecting nature, with some lovely interactive moments for younger audiences.

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🌳 Our trip to see Brave Bettie at Z-arts 🌳

We had such a lovely morning heading into Manchester to see Brave Bettie, a woodland adventure for children aged 3–8.

The story follows Bettie, who loves the woodland behind her home. When she discovers it’s going to be cut down, she wishes for the courage to save it — and suddenly a legendary protector from the stories she reads appears to help her on an adventure through the forest.

Alice loved the moment where Bettie helps a hedgehog collect leaves, and Leo’s favourite part was when everyone joined in with the rain dance.

Swipe to see some photos from our trip to Z-arts 🌿

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🌿 Brave Bettie Review🌿

We recently went to see Brave Bettie at Z-arts and I’ve written a full review over on the blog.

It’s a magical woodland adventure for younger children with a really lovely message about courage, friendship and protecting nature.

You can read the full review via the link in my bio 🌿

#ManchesterWithKids #FamilyDaysOut #FamilyBlog #ZArtsManchester #DaysOutWithKids

We had such a lovely time exploring the Triceratops exhibition 🦖✨

Swipe to see some of the highlights from our visit

From the moment we walked in and saw the HUGE Triceratops skeleton, Alice and Leo were completely amazed. There were so many hands-on activities to explore too — interactive displays, creative play areas, and sensory elements that made it really engaging for kids.

It’s such a fun, family-friendly exhibition and perfect for dinosaur lovers of all ages.

✨ It’s completely FREE to visit — you just need to book a time slot in advance.

📍 Manchester Museum — running until 22nd February

🔗 You can read our full review at the link in bio.

#ManchesterMuseum #DinosaurExhibition #FreeDaysOut #ManchesterWithKids #FamilyDaysOut

🦖 A FREE family day out in Manchester that the kids absolutely loved!

We went to see Triceratops: Eat, Roam, Repeat at Manchester Museum and it’s such a brilliant exhibition — from the huge Triceratops skull to the hands-on Dino Dig (with high-vis vests and goggles!).

It’s interactive, engaging and really easy to explore at your own pace.

📍 Manchester Museum
🎟️ Free (booking required)
📅 Until 22nd February

🦖 Read our full review at the link in bio.

Would your child love the Dino Dig? 💚

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✨ Catching up on blog content! ✨

My Weekly Update: 26th January – 1st February is now up on the blog 💛

This week was such a lovely mix of theatre, creativity and family life — from a rare grown-up date night at The National Lottery’s Big Night of Musicals 🎭 to lots of behind-the-scenes blog work and crafty experiments.

Lawrence and I had the best night at the AO Arena (just the two of us!), I finally tried shrink plastic charms for my theatre characters, had a very exciting Hobbycraft delivery, and we ended the week helping Leo create his Arctic habitat for school ❄️

Seeing him so proud of his project honestly made the whole week.

Sometimes it’s the mix of big theatre moments and little creative wins that makes everything feel special ✨

💻 Link to post in bio.

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Come with us to see The Smeds and The Smoos at The Lowry! 🚀✨

This charming stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s beloved story follows Janet the Smed and Bill the Smoo — two star-crossed alien friends whose families don’t get along. When the young couple runs away, their families travel across colourful planets in search of them, meeting quirky creatures and having all sorts of cosmic adventures along the way! 🌈

Alice and I loved exploring the vibrant planets, meeting cheeky alien puppets, clapping along to catchy songs, and even getting a little wet when Grandfather Smed and Grandmother Smoo watered the Lurgles’ roses! 💦 From swimming with the Smeds in the Loobular Lake to shouting and pointing where Janet and Bill were hiding in the Wurplar Wood, the children got to join in all the fun.

⭐ On at The Lowry until 1st November

⭐️ We gave it a sparkling 5 stars! 🌟

⭐️ Read the full review at the link in our bio!

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Come With Us To Bees: A Story of Survival at World Museum Liverpool

🐝✨ Step inside the hive and see the world through a bee’s eyes at Bees: A Story of Survival at World Museum Liverpool!

This stunning exhibition blends art, science & technology across 8 immersive rooms. From glowing hive walls and buzzing soundscapes to giant tactile models and interactive pollen rooms – it’s a magical mix of learning and fun.

Alice & Leo’s favourite? Symphony, where their movements turned into light and sound. Truly unforgettable! 🌟

📍 At a Glance
📍 Location: World Museum, William Brown St, Liverpool L3 8EN
📅 Dates: 4 May 2024 – 28 September 2025
👧 Recommended Age: 10+ (younger children may enjoy sensory elements)
⏱ Visit Time: 60–90 minutes
🎟 Tickets: Adults £12 | Concessions £11 | Ages 12–17 £5 | Under 12s FREE

You can read our full review at the link in our bio

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🐱✨ Come With Us To See The Cat That Slept for a Thousand Years at Manchester Museum

This summer, Manchester Museum has a very unusual resident — a GIANT robotic cat that purrs, twitches, and dreams! ✨

The Cat That Slept for a Thousand Years is a magical, family-friendly exhibition blending art, storytelling, and play. My kids loved cuddling the snoozing 10-metre-long feline, leaving letters, and enjoying the calm, glowing gallery space. 💤💜

It’s the purr-fect free day out in Manchester — but only until 14th September, so don’t miss it!

At a Glance
📍 Location: Manchester Museum, Oxford Road, Manchester
📅 Dates: 19 July – 14 September 2025
🎟 Entry: Free (book in advance)
⏱ Average visit time: 30 mins – 1 hour
👧 Suitable for all ages
♿ Accessibility: Step-free, sensory-friendly, ear defenders available

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FAMILY WEEKLY UPDATE: 10TH - 16TH AUGUST 2026 | DEAR ZOO, BOWLING, PIKMIN, UNO & A VERY SMASHED DELIVERY!

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