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Easter Bunny at Northridge Mall through Easter
Daily March 19 through April 3, 2010
Monday - Saturday 11 am - 8 pm and Sunday Noon - 6 pm
796 Northridge Mall, Salinas - (831) 449-7226
www.shop-northridge-mall.com
Visit the Easter Bunny in Center Court. Opening weekend (March 19, 20 and 21), enjoy free face painting and balloons. |
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Bunny Brunch at Casanova Oak Knoll Park
Saturday, March 27 - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
735 Ramona Ave., Monterey
(831) 646-3866 ~ www.monterey.org
Parents and children ages 3-6 are invited to enjoy brunch with the bunny, crafts, entertaining stories and an egg hunt. Cost for Monterey City residents is $25 per parent/child pair and $10 for each additional participant; for non Monterey City residents is $33 per parent/child pair and $13 for each additional participant. |
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San Francisco Zoo's Big Bunny Spring Fling
Wednesday, March 31 - Sunday, April 4 ~ 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
(415) 753-7080 ~ www.sfzoo.org
Visit live bunnies in the Bunny Patch, take a photo with a "Big Bunny" and enjoy story time, a puppet show, crafts and more. Kids ages 4 through 14 who bring their own plush bunny will receive $2 off regular zoo admission. Admission price is $15 for adults, $9 for children ages 4-14, and children ages 3 and under are FREE. |
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Monterey County Fairgrounds Easter Party
Friday, April 2 ~ 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
2004 Fairground Road, Monterey
(831) 372-5863 ~ www.montereycountyfair.com
The Fairgrounds will be "hopping" with all sorts of Easter fun on Friday, April 2. There will be an egg hunt, a "guess-the-jelly-bean" jar, egg painting, arts & crafts and more! Best of all, the event is FREE to Kids' Club members and, even if you are not already a member, you can become one at the event!
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Marina's Family Easter Celebration
Saturday, April 3 - beginning at 8:00 am
Rocky Han Community Center, 211 Hillcrest Avenue, Marina
(831) 883-3968
New format this year! Event begins at 8:00 am with a Bunny Breakfast, basket and bonnet-making crafts and entertainment. Kids will get to show off their Easter baskets in a 10:00 am parade, followed by a traditional egg hunt (no prizes). This is a FREE event hosted by the Lions Club, Marina Kiwanis, Marina Youth and Arts, and the American Legion. |
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Breakfast in Bunnyland
Saturday, April 3 - 8:30 am to 11:30 am
Devendorf Park, Junipero between Ocean Ave and Sixth,
Carmel
(831) 649-8808
Visit the Easter Bunny, have your face painted and celebrate spring's arrival in the city's beautiful downtown park. There will be games and other fun holiday-inspired activities for both adults and children. Hosted by the Carmel Host Lions Club. |
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Great Golden Egg Hunt at Cypress Community Church
Saturday, April 3 ~ 10:00 am
Highway 68 at Corral de Tierra
(831) 484-2141 ~ www.cypresschurch.org
Thousands of eggs are hidden on "The Hill" just for you! Children ages toddler through 5th grade are welcome. There will be separate hunting areas for different ages. A Golden Egg Prize will be awarded for the winning basket. Crafts and prizes and goodies for all! |
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Easter on the Farm
Saturday, April 3 ~ 10:00 am- 1:00 pm
Santa Cruz Fairgrounds
2601 Lake Ave., Watsonville
(831) 724-5898
Two egg hunts (10 am & 12:15 pm), live bunnies to view and pet, arts & crafts for children, old-fashioned games, hay rides and more. FREE Donations appreciated. |
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The Eggstravaganza
Saturday, April 3 ~ 11:00 am
Natividad Street Park, Salinas
(831) 905-9413
The Eggstravaganza will have egg hunts for all ages. There will be lunch, entertainment, exhibitors, and bounce houses. This event is FREE for kids 12 and under, $5 for ages 13 to adult. Hosted by Salinas Jaycees, the City of Salinas and Restorative Justice Partners.
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Marina Peninsula Nisei Veteran's Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 3 ~ 11:00 am
Angelus Way in Del Rey Oaks Park
(831) 372-0219
Open to children under 10 as well as handicapped children of all ages. Over 2,000 eggs will be hidden. In the event of rain, eggs will be given away. FREE.
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10th Annual Egg Fest
Saturday, April 3 ~ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Oldemeyer Center ~ 986 Hilby Ave., Seaside
(831) 899-6805 (Note: The phone number listed in the April/May Scoop! was incorrect. Please use this number for future inquiries.)
The egg hunt will include 5,000 eggs plus 12 baskets in three designated areas. For children ages 12 and under. The Egg Fest will include bounce houses, a petting zoo, pony rides and Easter crafts. |
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EastMinster Pet Rescue Parade
Saturday, April 3 ~ Noon - 4:00 pm (Parade at 3:00 pm)
Sunset Center ~ San Carlos between 9th & 10th Avenues, Carmel
(831) 238-6111 ~ www.EastMinsterPetShow.com
Pre- and post-parade activities
include a Doggie Egg Hunting contest, costume contest, pet sign language demonstration, "Best in Show" presentation, silent auction & more. Face painting and photo opportunities with Mr. & Mrs. Easter Bunny, too! Proceeds will be donated to SPCA, AFRP, Peace of Mind Rescue and All Creatures Great & Small. Adoptable pets will be part of the parade and will be available from all 4 agences, including bunnies! Doggie Egg Hunting Contest entry fee: $10. |
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Easter Parade at Del Monte Shopping Center
Saturday, April 3 ~ 2:00 pm - 4:00 PM
Hwy 1 at Munras Ave., Monterey
(831) 373-2705 ~ www.shopdelmonte.com
Join the Easter Bunny for special treats and an Easter parade throughout the shopping center. Storytime and craft fun at Borders Express, fun activity tables at Pizza My Heart and Islands Fine Burgers & Drinks filled with Easter-themed coloring sheets and crayons. Bring your camera! FREE.
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Eggstraordinary Egg Hunt at Roaring Camp Railroads
Sat., April 3 & Sun., April 4
Departures at 11 am, 12:30 am and 2 pm
6 miles north of Santa Cruz, Felton (831) 335-4484
www.roaringcamp.com
Visit the Easter Egg patch and hunt for colorful chocolate candy eggs. Crafts, games & prizes for children train riders. Train rides: $21.50 adults; $15.50 children. |
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Salvation Army Breakfast & Egg Hunt
Sunday, April 4 ~ 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
2460 N. Main St., Salinas ~ (831) 443-9655
Enjoy a FREE Easter breakfast at 8:30 am followed by a special service at 10 am. The Easter egg hunt begins at noon for ages 0 through 12. |
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Pancake Breakfast & Egg Hunt at Northminster Presbyterian Church
Sunday, April 4 ~ 9:00 am - Noon
315 E. Alvin Dr., Salinas
(831) 449-2717 ~ www.northminster.org
Join the Easter fun for a pancake breakfast at 9 am and at 11 am. Cost: $4 ages 13 and up, $3 ages 8-12, FREE under 8. Children's Egg Hunt at 11:15 am for children ages 12 and under. |
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Dates and times subject to change. Entry fees may apply.
Contact the event provider for
details prior to attending any event listed here. |
