Toddlers have something to smile about in Vange after the introduction of the Doodles and Dance group.

Creative - Angie King and Michelle Richardson with children at the Doodle session Picture: ROB BROWNE

Doodles takes place on Tuesday at Gordon Hall in Bardfields, when children under the age of five can play with arts and crafts at the play dough table, the painting table or the special activity table.

Friday is dance day and tots let their hair down on the dance floor in front of the colourful disco lights.

The group was set up by mums Michelle Richardson, 27, and Angie King, 39, who felt there were not enough educational play groups for toddlers in Basildon.

The group has been running for five weeks. Call 01268 527356 or 01268 583298 for details.

Published Wednesday August 4, 2004

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