The Bone Marrow Donor Programme (BMDP), in collaboration with the National Library Board (NLB), will be holding a special event to mark World Marrow Donor Day. Titled A Gift of Life: Through Stories and Art, the session invites families to take part in meaningful activities that celebrate courage, kindness, and the gift of life.
Event Highlights
On 7 September, from 1 pm to 3 pm, families can look forward to an engaging programme at the library:
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Storytelling session: Children will enjoy the heartwarming reading of BMDP’s original storybook, filled with themes of kindness, courage, and hope.
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Arts and crafts: Kids can join a hands-on session by decorating faux cakes for the global Cake-Off, a creative way to honour marrow donors worldwide.
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Meet Olly the owl mascot: Families can snap photos with BMDP’s friendly mascot while learning about the importance of giving back.
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Donor engagement: Attendees will also hear about how bone marrow donors save lives and why their selfless gift makes a difference.
Why Families Should Join
This programme is designed for children aged 3 and above and offers parents a chance to spark conversations about empathy and giving hope to others, while their little ones enjoy stories and creative play.
Event Details
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Date: Saturday, 7 September 2024
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Time: 1 pm to 3 pm
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Venue: National Library, Singapore
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Admission: Free
This meaningful event is a chance for families to bond while learning about the life-saving role of bone marrow donors.
For more information, visit the official NLB event page.
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