Children and their parents are welcome at several Easter events this weekend. Here is a round-up of Easter egg hunts and other such activities in the Tri-Cities. But take note: some require pre-registration.
COQUITLAM
Friday, April 3: At Galloway Park on Burke Mountain, the hunt is on for 30,000 chocolate eggs during the fifth annual Burke Mountain community easter egg hunt. Children will be able to search for hidden treats (up to four years of age at 11 a.m., ages five and older at 11:30 a.m.), hear a live band, visit a fire truck and more. Participation is by donation (suggested: $5 per family, bring your own basket) and will raise money for Tri-City Transitions. Registration for the hunt starts at 10 a.m., rain or shine.
Saturday, April 4: At Colony Farm Regional Park, an eco-Easter event runs from 10 a.m. to noon. It is free and for tots aged three to five, with no registration required. Activities include crafting a basket, listening to stories from the Wildlife Rescue Association and taking part in an Eco Easter Hunt with the Easter Bunny. This event is hosted by the Colony Farm Park Association.
Saturday, April 4: At Place Maillardville Community Centre, 1200 Cartier Ave., Coquitlam, an Easter egg hunt and fun activities for children eight years and younger take place from noon to 3 p.m. Activities include: the hunt, games, a magic show, crafts and face painting. The cost is $6 per child and all kids must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required - no drop-ins - so call 604-933-6166 or email [email protected].
Saturday, April 4: At Blue Mountain Park, an Easter egg hunt with Coquitlam-Maillardville NDP MLA Selina Robinson runs from 10 a.m. to noon with two hunts, one at 10:30 a.m., the other at 11:15 a.m. The free event is open to all ages.
PORT COQUITLAM
Saturday, April 4: At the Gathering Place at the Outlet in Leigh Square, an Easter Arts Celebration runs from 1 to 3 p.m. for children up to age 13; it includes egg decorating, egg hunt, arts activities, storytelling entertainment and more. This event sells out. Pre-registration is required at www.experienceit.ca or by calling 604-927-7529. The cost is $11 and all children must be accompanied by at least one adult.
PORT MOODY
Saturday, April 4: Westhill Park is site of the College Park Community Association's fifth annual Amazing Race and Easter egg hunt from 10:15 a.m. to noon. This event is for children up to age 14 and is free for members of the association but families can sign up to be a member for $20 for a year. For more information, email Brenda Stewart at [email protected]
Sunday, April 5: At Port Moody Station Museum, children can hunt for marbles and turn them in for chocolate eggs during this Easter Extravaganza from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Activities include: the hunt, a magic show, Easter basket making and bunny ear making, and a demonstration of dog dancing with Joyce Johnstone and her border collies Skye and Twinkle Toes. There will be a special area for toddler egg hunting and hidden "eggs" are re-supplied so no need to rush. Admission is $5 per person (cash only), with proceeds going to Port Moody Heritage Society. For info, call 604-939-1648 or visit portmoodymuseum.org.
