Rainbows Hospice invitation to join 25th birthday celebrations
RAINBOWS Hospice has cared for thousands of children, young people and their families from across Loughborough and beyond and is now set to celebrate its 25th anniversary with a special birthday party.
Rainbows was founded in September 1994, by Gail and Harry Moore whose daughter, Laura, died of Leukaemia in 1989.
And on Saturday, September 21, the hospice will open its doors to the community to showcase its facilities. Guests can take a tour following the 25 years of Rainbows and listen to ‘Tent Talks’ from staff about the charity’s vital work.
There will be music from 13-yearold CBBC star Eva Rose Finnemore, who was a hit when she performed at Rainbows earlier this year, as well as a Bake Off cake competition.
Visitors are encouraged to bring along their culinary creations and the contest will be judged by celebrity baker Fiona Cairns and former cricketer Matthew Hoggard, who are both Rainbows Patrons.
Fiona, who shot to fame after bakery Fiona Cairns Ltd was commissioned to make the royal wedding cake for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, will also be creating a special birthday cake masterpiece for visitors.
Rainbows CEO Dee Sissons welcomed people in Loughborough to the join the event.
“Come and experience Rainbows through the eyes of our children, young people and their families.
“As well as it being a very special birthday for us, our Open Day is about celebrating the incredible work that happens at Rainbows, none of which would have been possible without the amazing help that we have received from our supporters over the last 25 years.
“Rainbows is continually developing and is a hospice that is nationally and internationally recognised. We have a fantastic team at the hospice but we couldn’t do it without your support. On behalf of everyone here at Rainbows, thank you.”
Over the last few months, supporters have also kindly been knitting an array of flowers. These will be showcased in the grounds of the hospice on the day, as a ‘Memory Meadow’ to mark the 25 years of care and visitors who make a donation to Rainbows towards this project will be able to choose a flower to take home with them on the day.
Guests can also browse stalls and enjoy a BBQ, refreshments and lots of cake.
The event takes place at Rainbows Hospice, Lark Rise, Loughborough, from 10.30am – 3pm. For more information, visit rainbows.co.uk/ openday