Showing posts with label Easter. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Easter. Show all posts

March 12, 2015

Easter Bunny, Egg Hunts and Breakfast With The Bunny Events


Find Easter Egg Hunts, Marshmallow drops,
breakfast with the Easter Bunny and other
great spring Ann Arbor events at
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Of course the Easter Bunny can be found at Briarwood Mall, however there are many great celebrations of spring happening throughout March and April including many great egg hunts, breakfast with the Easter Bunny, marshmallow drop events and many other free and low cost events celebrating Easter. Below are many great Easter events for families, listed by city - Ann Arbor, Belleville, Canton, Dexter, Manchester, Saline and other nearby communities!

Keep your eyes peeled and let me know of family friendly local Easter Egg hunts that should be highlighted,I'll be adding more as they come to my attention. 

ANN ARBOR:

The Ann Arbor Jaycees are hosting an Easter Egg Scramble on Saturday, April 4 at Lillie Park from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with three egg hunt times (11:30, noon and 12:30). There will also be photos with the Easter Bunny, games, face painting, balloon twisters and a petting zoo. You can also pre-register at www.a2jaycees.org.

The Leslie Science & Nature Center (1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor) is celebrating spring wit a fun-filled, educational event for every member of the family, including guided interpretive hikes, a golden egg hunt for a special prize, an egg grab, family games, and checking out the rabbits in the Critter House. The event happens April 4, from 10:00 a.m.-noon for only $8/individual. Be sure to register for the Leslie Science Center Spring Eggstravaganza, it's sure to be popular!

BELLEVILLE:

The chaos of a spring Easter Egg Hunt
is great fun for the entire family!
The Willow Metropark “Easter Egg Scramble,” happens March 28 at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Come for Easter fun with an egg hunt, crafts, games, and a petting farm. Advance ticket purchase is required for $5 per child plus vehicle entry permit. Please call 734-782-3956734-782-3956.

CANTON:
Summit on the Park is hosting an Easter Bunny Breakfast at the Summit on the Park, Grand Ballroom on March 28, 9:00-11:00 a.m. Families will find strolling entertainment, a beautiful buffet breakfast and a visit with your favorite furry friend. Advance registration required. Cost: Children three and under, $4/Ages 4-12, $10 and Ages 13 and over are $15

Heritage Park is hosting an Easter Bunny Eggstravaganza on  March 28, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. No registration is necessary - but there is a $5/family fee to participate for kids ages 11 and under. Egg Hunts will run continuously in two age categories, which helps to keep the "hunting" fair for even our littlest participants. The grounds tend to be very wet in early spring so please dress accordingly. After the hunt, families should plan to hop over to the Summit on the Park Gymnasium for strolling entertainment.

DEXTER:
This year's Hudson Mills Metropark Easter Egg Hunt will be held on March 29, noon-2:00 p.m. at the activity center. Kids ages 12 and under can join the fun with an egg hunt at the park and participating in a variety of activities such as the “Barnyard Express” show, free face painting and visiting with the Easter Bunny. The event cost is $4 per child in advance/$5 per child at the door plus the vehicle entry pass into the park. 

MANCHESTER:
The Manchester Men’s Club is sponsoring an Easter Egg Hunt at Carr Park April 4 at 1:00 p.m.

MILFORD:
Check out TWO egg hunts at the Kensington Metropark (2240 W. Buno Rd., Milford - At Maple Beach) this year. The Fun on the Farm Egg Hunt on April 2 at 10:00 a.m. and the The Great Egg Hunt on April 4 at 10:30 a.m. Details for the egg hunts have not yet been added to their website however in past years there has been a $3 fee. A Metropark vehicle entry permit or daily $5 admission is also required. For additional information, please call 1-800-477-31781-800-477-3178.

SALINE:
The Saline Recreation Center is hosting Bunnytails on March 31, 10:00-11:00 a.m. Children to age 6 can enjoy the Easter Bunny, a story, snack and craft for only $8.

On April 4, families can enjoy Saline Springfest with something for children of all ages!
  • 11:30 am: Egg Scavenger Hunt (Ages 2-7) - Bring a basket or bag to collect eggs that have been scattered throughout the woods behind the Rec Center. The children will be divided into the following age groups: 2-3, 4-5 and 6-7. A few lucky eggs will have a prize sticker. All participants will receive a goody bag. This event will take place outside rain, shine or snow. Cost is $7/child, for early registration and $10 the day of.
  • 12:00 - 1 pm: Lunch with the Bunny (All ages) - Mr. Bunny himself will be making the rounds as you enjoy a pizza lunch. Bring your camera to take pictures with the Bunny. Cost is $7/child, for early registration and $10 the day of.
  • 12:00 - 1:00 pm: Hippity Hop Trail (Ages 2-12) - Pick up treats and visit with local businesses along the Hippity Hop Trail inside the Rec Center. Those who sign up for the Egg Hunt or Dive will receive free admission for the Trail. Is your business interested in participating?  Those who sign up for the Egg Hunt, Lunch with the Bunny or Egg Dive will receive free admission for the Trail, otherwise the cost is $2 to participate.
  • 1:00 pm: Egg Dive (Age Groups 6-7 and 8-10 years old)  - Floating eggs will be scattered throughout the leisure pool for kids to collect. A few lucky eggs will have prize stickers inside. All participants will receive a goody bag. Participants are welcome to stay and swim after the event. Cost is $7/child, for early registration and $10 the day of.
The Saline Area Chamber of Commerce Eggstravaganza on April 4, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Kids start at Busch's (565 E. Michigan Ave., Saline) and hop to participating businesses to pick up your egg! After you visit the businesses drop your stamped list off at Mickey's Dairy Twist to enter a drawing to win one of 4 baskets filled with items donated from area businesses. Call 734.429.4494734.429.4494 for more info.

YPSILANTI:
The Ypsilanti Jaycees' will be hosting their annual Easter Egg Hunt and Marshmallow Drop on March 28,  10:00 a.m. at Frog Island Park in Ypsilanti. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. with a $1 fee per child. Fun family games begin at 9:30 a.m. while children await their age group egg hunts - the Easter Bunny will even be standing by for a photo op! A marshmallow drop follows the egg hunt and begins at 11:00 a.m., allowing children to return their captured marshmallows for small prizes!

March 11, 2015

Ann Arbor Jaycees Spring Eggstravaganza

With the snow melting and the clocks springing forward, it’s time to mark your calendars for Ann Arbor’s Annual Spring Eggstravanza to be held at Lillie Park South (4365 Platt Rd) on April 4th from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to take photos with the Easter Bunny, decorate baskets and bunny puppets, visit a petting zoo and enjoy balloon twisters, music, face painting and games! This year’s event will feature 3 rounds of Egg Scrambles to begin at 11:30 a.m., noon and 12:30 p.m.. Attendees will be divided by age group at each scramble.

The Spring Eggstravanza is a collaborative effort of Ann Arbor Jaycees and Pittsfield Township Parks & Recreation. For more information, parking maps and preregistration visit www.a2jaycees.org/ees.

March 12, 2010

Easter Egg Hunt Round-up: Ann Arbor, Dexter, Manchester, Saline & Ypsilanti

I have taken my children to several area Easter Egg hunts and marshmallow drops throughout the past few years - Some taking place in the snow, some in the bitterly cold and rain of early spring and others on gloriously beautiful sunny days. We haven’t found one we attend exclusively though - I suppose that's mostly due to my despising these events because my children being pushed, smashed or stepped on by ADULTS who behave terribly - so we'll continue to search for the "right event" again this year!

For interested families, below are several area Easter Egg hunts happening throughout the Ann Arbor area in the coming weeks.

ANN ARBOR

The Ann Arbor Jaycees hold an annual Easter Egg hunt with games, face painting and other fun family activities in addition to the egg-scramble. It is free however they will accept donations for the Ann Arbor Ronald McDonald House. This year the event will be held Saturday, March 27 (Rain Date: Sunday, March 28) from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Veteran's Memorial Park (2150 Jackson Ave.) in Ann Arbor.

DEXTER

Hudson Mills Metropark is hosting their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, March 28th, 12 pm - 2 pm. Kids twelve and under may participate and enjoy a variety of activities such as the petting farm animals, face painting, and visiting with the Easter Bunny while waiting for their age group egg hunt. Tickets are $3 per child in advance, and $5 per child at the door. Call (734) 426-8211 to purchase tickets. A vehicle entry permit is also required to enter Hudson Mills Metropark and is only $25 annually for regular admission or $5 daily.

MANCHESTER

The Manchester Men’s Club is sponsoring an Easter Egg Hunt at Carr Park Saturday, April 3 at 1:00 PM.

SALINE

The Saline Recreation Center is hosting an Egg SCavENgER HuNT on Saturday April 3 at 11:30 a.m. for children ages 2-7 years. Bring a basket to collect eggs that have been scattered throughout the wooded area behind the Recreation Center and Miller Field. Children will be broken down into age appropriate groups with every child receiving a goody bag - A few lucky eggs will have prize tickets inside though! Register each family member in advance at the Recreation Center for $6 by April 2, or for $10 on the day of the event.

YPSILANTI

The Ypsilanti Jaycees' 10th Annual Easter Egg Hunt and Marshmallow Drop will be help on Saturday, 27 March 2010, 9:00am - 12:00pm at Frog Island Park in Ypsilanti. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. with a $1 fee per child. Fun family games begin at 9:30 a.m. while children await their age group egg hunts - the Easter Bunny will even be standing by for a photo op! A marshmallow drop follows the egg hunt and begins at 11:00 a.m. allowing children to return their captured marshmallows for small prizes!

There are many other opportunities for families to participate in area Easter Egg hunts at local churches throughout the area, also Domino Farms is also continuing their Easter Egg hunt, however this year it is for members only. So keep your eyes “peeled” and let me know of other local Easter Egg hunts that should be highlighted or feel free to list them in the comments section below. Please specify when the hunt will take place, the ages allowed at the hunt and any costs to families - Thanks!!!