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Patch Picks: Easter Events

Head to one of these local festivities to celebrate Easter.

It’s time for egg hunts, jelly beans and chocolate bunnies. Easter is Sunday, April 24 and here are 5 suggestions to help get into the spirit.

Calling all kids looking to take part in a fun-filled Easter party. Children will have the opportunity to meet the one and only, Easter Bunny and create Easter baskets to put their own decorated ceramic Easter Eggs inside. Lunch for the kids will be included and you bet they will be able to try the delicious Easter cupcakes. You won't leave empty handed, kids will be able to take home their arts and crafts along with a party favor.

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  • Price: $35 per child.
  • Reservations are required. Parents can reserve a spot up until the day before the event.
  • When: Thursday, April 21 and Saturday, April 23 from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
  • Note: Parents are welcome free of charge, light refreshments will be served.
  • Contact: 516-328-2253

Easter Egg Hunt 

Ready, set, HUNT! The is beginning its Easter festivities one week early. This weekend take part in the holiday fun with your friends and family. There will be crafts and activities for children and two separate egg hunts during the day. There will also be a special appearance by the Easter Bunny, tables to make bracelets and face paint as well as a silent auction. The Plant Sale will be a good opportunity to choose from a wide array of spring flowers to purchase. There will be complimentary beverages in addition to homemade cakes and food for purchase. The event will be held rain or shine!  

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  • Price: Open to the Public, free of charge.
  • When: Saturday, April 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Note: The Egg Hunts will take place at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
  • Contact: 516-741-5148

Celebrate Easter with your local community at the 56th Annual Easter Sunday and Vintage Car Parade. According to the , it is expected to begin on Franklin Avenue and Tenth Street in Garden City and will conclude on Seventh Street. The parade will feature antique, classic and specialty cars throughout the metro area. There will be music from the Banjo Rascals and Easter Bunnies handing out treats.

White Post Farms

This Easter take part in the fun and festivities at White Post Farms. This weekend thru Easter Sunday join in on the fun. Included with your paid admission, visitors can have their picture taken with the Easter Bunny, take part in an Easter Egg Hunt and visit the Craft Center where youngsters can decorate Easter eggs for an additional cost.

  • When: April 16 – April 24
  • Price: $13.95 + tax (children and adults)
  • Note: Visit www.whitepostfarms.com for coupons, credit cards and checks are not accepted

Barnyard Easter Egg Hunt

If the weather is pleasant and you want to try something different, visit the Queens County Farm Museum to take part in the Annual Egg Hunt in the orchard. Spend the day outdoors and celebrate the spring with spirit. Take part in all of the Easter festivities: meet “Whiskers” the bunny, dance the “Bunny Hop” and play games with eggs because Easter only happens once a year!

Admission: $5 per person

Contact: 718-347-3276

Check back next week for events taking place near Mineola to celebrate Earth Day!

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