Free kids’ craft session, baby-changing, lactation station slated for Friday, May 17

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BUCKHANNON — The Mountain CAP Family Support Center will be offering FREE children’s crafts during the Strawberry Festival festivities on May 17 between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.

The Center’s baby changing and lactation room will be open that same date from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. For more information call 304-878-1115.

The Mountain CAP Family Support Center is located at 30 East Main Street in downtown Buckhannon.

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