-Kelly R. Turner
I can hardly believe Spring is already here! The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines springtime as: 1) the season of spring; 2) youth; 3) an early or flourishing stage of development. How true as Spring brings with it a sense of renewal for a lot of us…the trees are filling out with leaves again, flowers are starting to bloom, the ocean has begun to warm up and receive kids of all ages – splashing through the waves, building sandcastles, watching with wonder as the sunlight makes the water sparkle like diamonds.
Spring also brings Easter – which means many things to many of us. Whatever you and your family choose to celebrate on this day, I’m sure it includes a little bit of fun – like opening an Easter Basket on Sunday morning. Or, going to church and then grandma’s house for an Easter Egg hunt. It might mean coloring Easter eggs with mom and dad (which always conjures up memories of vinegar smells for me!). Maybe spending the day with your loved ones, sharing precious time together over your favorite meal.
This post will be dedicated to all the fun stuff going on around town….like Easter Bunny sightings and Easter Egg Hunts! Tonight I will feature events in Lee County….I’m still snooping around Collier but wanted to give you all something to think about while making your weekend plans.
Lakes Park, Easter Bunny Express, April 10, 2009
Come out for a special Easter train ride on Friday, April 10, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Lakes Park. Tickets are $5.00 per child (6 and older), $2.00 per child (1-5 years old). Lakes Park is located at 7330 Gladiolus Drive in Fort Myers. For more information call (239) 267-1905.
Sanibel Community Park, Children’s Spring Festival, April 11, 2009
Kick off Easter at this 15th Annual Event. The celebration begins with a free morning Easter Egg Hunt: 10:00 a.m. (ages 4 and under), and 10:10 a.m. (ages 5 to 8). Additional activities from 10:00 a.m. through 1:00 p.m. will include an Easter Bunny sighting, a bounce house, giant slide, face painting, pony and arts and crafts for kids of all ages. Activity arm bands are $10.00 per child. Photos with the Easter Bunny are $5.00 extra. For more information call (239) 472-4538.
Gulf Coast Town Center, April 11, 2009
Easter Bunny will be Under the Pavilion in Market Plaza on Saturday, April 11, 2009 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Gulf Coast is located at I-75 and Alico Road. Call (239) 267-0783 or visit www.GulfCoastTownCenter.com for more information.
Royal Scoop Homemade Ice Cream, Easter Egg Hunt (Bonita Springs), April 11, 2009
This annual event has kids hopping in search of 10,000 eggs beginning at 11 :00 a.m. on Saturday. Best of all, it’s free and includes an ice cream eating contest and fun relay races like the Bunny Hop, the Cone Carry, and the Egg Toss. For more information call (239) 992-2000.
Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium, 4th Annual Eggcellent Easter Eggstravaganza, April 11, 2009
Easter Egg Hunts are scheduled throughout the day – from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Visitors will have the chance to have their picture taken with the Easter Bunny and play carnival-style games to win candy and prizes. Other activities include a bounce house, activities like making rabbit ears, and other crafts to take home. Also, hop sack races and encounter local wildlife up close and personal. For more information call (239) 275-3435.
Miromar Outlets – Estero, Breakfast With The Easter Bunny, April 11, 2009
Children are invited to come have breakfast with the Easter Bunny in the Restaurant Piazza. Cost is $4.00 per child, and seating is limited. RSVP required by Friday, April 10th to the Mall Office by calling (239) 948-3766. Note that breakfast is for children only.
Estero United Methodist Church, Easter Egg Hunt, April 11, 2009
Come out on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to noon for an Easter Egg Hunt, followed by a free sandwich and drink, as long as you register early. The Hunt starts at 10:05 and will go in age groups of 1-K; 1st – 3rd graders; and 4th – 5th graders. There will be Eggs Galore and lots of Prizes! For more information or to register call (239) 992-5516, or email for_his_children@yahoo.com.
Cape Coral Yacht Club, Easter Egg Hunt, April 12, 2009
Celebrate Easter by spending the day at the Yacht Club pool swimming, sunning, and hunting for Easter Eggs. Ages 1 through 10 are welcome and daily pool fees will apply. For more information call (239) 542-3903.
I hope you all have a wonderful Easter and find time to do something fun with your kids! Terrilyn and I would love to see your pictures too! Send your snapshots to me at kelly@lifexpressions.net – who knows, maybe we’ll feature a few!
Happy Easter!
