Walsall Council is offering free “Hearts & Crafts” family sessions across the borough during the February 2026 half-term, aimed at helping parents keep children entertained without extra cost. The programme is being delivered through Walsall Family Hubs in partnership with Walsall Libraries and local community venues.
Events connected with the Hearts & Crafts theme are scheduled during the half-term week of Monday 16 to Friday 20 February 2026 at several local venues across Walsall, including sessions in the North locality (Blakenall), Brownhills, Darlaston and other community sites. Parents should consult the Walsall Family Hubs ‘Find an activity’ listings for full, venue-level details and times.
Activities on offer include Valentine’s-themed card-making, sensory play and group art projects for young children. Most sessions are advertised as drop-in, but some workshops at Family Hubs or other venues require advance booking — these bookings are handled via the Family Hubs event pages or external booking links (for example, Eventbrite) where shown.
The council says these family activities are part of a wider move to bring support services and low-cost or free activities into local neighbourhoods as household budgets remain stretched. The sessions take place the week after Children’s Mental Health Week (9–15 February 2026) and the council is encouraging creative activities that support children’s wellbeing.
For the full timetable, venue addresses (for example, North Family Hub: 275 Blakenall Lane, Blakenall, Walsall WS3 1HJ) and booking information, parents should check the Walsall Family Hubs ‘Find an activity’ page and the Walsall Council newsroom listings. The council’s Bloxwich Community Library (Bloxwich Community Library, High Street, WS3 2DA) is also a local family hub and warm space; check the library and Family Hubs pages for any last-minute additions or time changes.
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