Coming Up: Easter Edition

ATLANTA

Children’s Museum brings Easter to life for little ones

The Children’s Museum of Atlanta will offer a special Easter program on Saturday, April 15, 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., 75 Centennial Olympic Park Drive, Atlanta.

Attendees will learn about the resurrection of Jesus and how Easter came to be. The event will include fun activities such as a bunny hop relay race, spoon and egg race, story time, art, music and dance.

For the full schedule of events or more information, visit www.childrensmuseumatlanta.org.
DEKALB

South DeKalb Police Precinct Community Outreach to host egg hunt

The South DeKalb Police Precinct Community Outreach in partnership with Georgia State University (GSU) will host an egg hunt for children ages 9 and under on Saturday, April 15, noon to 2 p.m., at the GSU campus on Panthersville Road, Decatur.

The event is open to children 9 and under who must be accompanied by an adult.There will be a scavenger hunt and special eggs containing surprises. The hunt will be divided by ages. If you or your organization would like to provide eggs or help in hiding them, contact Marjorie Clay (marjorieclay@bellsouth.net).

Easter Sunrise Service at Stone Mountain Park set

Experience peace and serenity at the annual Easter sunrise service atop Stone Mountain on Easter Sunday, April 16, 7 a.m. at Stone Mountain Park, 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd Stone Mountain.

Guests are invited to hike the mountain or take the Skyride to the top of the mountain to watch the sun rise and to enjoy an inspirational Easter service. The Stone Mountain Sunrise Association will present two simultaneous non-denominational Easter services at the top of the mountain and at the base of the mountain on the Memorial Lawn. Both services will have sign language interpreters for hearing-impaired guests.

Park gates and Summit Skyride open at 4 a.m. to allow additional time for large crowds. For more information, visit www.stonemountainpark.com.

Clarkston Community Easter Egg Hunt set

The Clarkston Community Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday, April 15, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Milam Park, 3867 Norman Road, Clarkston.

Clarkston First Baptist Church is sponsoring the free event, which will feature free food, games and prizes. The egg hunt will begin at 12:30 p.m.  Individuals should bring their own baskets.

For more information, call 404- 292-5688.

GWINNETT

Glow in the Dark Easter egg hunt

Experience the thrill of nighttime Easter egg hunting on Friday April 14, 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., at the Rhodes Jordan Park soccer fields, 100 East Crogan Street, Lawrenceville.

During the first half of the event, children will enjoy games and arts and crafts, followed by a glow in the dark Easter egg hunt. The egg hunt for children 2-5 will begin at 8:15 p.m.; ages 6-9 at 8:45p.m. and ages 10-12 at 9:15 p.m.

Be sure to bring a basket and a flashlight. Space is limited and preregistration is encouraged. Parents are free and must accompany children. Children, ages 2 to 12 are $6 each, parents are free. For more information, call 678-277-0890.

Centerville Community to host Easter “Eggstravaganza”

The Centerville Community Easter “Eggstravaganza” will take place on Saturday, April 15, 10 a.m. to noon at Redeemer Church, 3750 Zoar Church Road, Snellville.

The free event will feature inflatables, face painting, and egg hunts separated by age group. Egg hunts for ages 0 – 3 years will be at 10:30 a.m.; 4 – 6 years at 11:20 a.m.; 7 – 10 years at noon.

Snacks will be available while supplies last. Bring a basket, camera, and blanket. For more information: 770-979-2467.

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

Enjoy a warm, delicious breakfast with the Easter bunny on Saturday, April 15, 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m., at the Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 West Crogan Street, Lawrenceville.

Kids will make a craft and receive a keepsake photo taken with the Easter Bunny. Seating is limited and parents or guardians must attend with children.

All ages are welcome. The cost is $15 per person and guests must pre-register by April 11. For more information, call 770-822-5450.

ROCKDALE | STOCKBRIDGE

Conyers Egg-a-Palooza Easter egg hunt set

Join Rockdale County Parks & Recreation for Egg-A-Palooza on Saturday, April 15, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Johnson Park, 1781 Ebenezer Road, Conyers. There will be egg hunts, bounce houses and more. Children are encouraged to bring their own Easter baskets.

Egg hunt for 2-5 years old will begin at 12 p.m. and 5-12 years will begin at 12:30 p.m. The cost to participate is $3. For more information, call 770-278-7529.

Easter hike and hunt set

Families are invited to a special Easter hike and hunt on Saturday, April 15, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., at Panola Mountain State Park, 2620 Highway 155 SW, Stockbridge.

Ages 2 and under, 3-6, and 7-12 will have their own trails to search for eggs and prizes.

Parents must register in advance. The cost is $5 to participate and $5 to park. For more information, call 770-389-7801 or visit www.gastateparks.org/panola.