Where to find the Easter Bunny hoppin’ around Walton

April 13, 2011

Area family activities include Easter egg hunts, live music and a tea party Apr. 21 – 24

Easter Egg Hunt at Coastal Branch Library Apr. 21

The Friends of the  Coastal Branch Library will be sponsoring an Easter Egg Hunt, Thursday, April 21, 2011 from 11 a.m. to Noon at the Library located at 437 Greenway Trail behind the Government Center on Highway 331 South.

Children will meet in the story time area of the library before the Easter Egg Hunt which will take place in the Reading Room Garden of the Library.  There will be lots of eggs to hunt followed by an Easter Party with refreshments.  For further information call (850) 267-2809.

Easter Egg Hunt and Car Show Apr. 23
Location: Freeport Regional Sports Complex
9 a.m.
 – 12 Noon
Car show begins at 9 a.m., followed by the arrival of the Easter Bunny at 10 a.m. The Easter Egg hunt starts at 10:30 a.m. There will be a charity raffle for a 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. Proceeds go to the children’s empty Christmas stocking fund.

Mad Hatter’s Tea Party at Alys Beach Apr. 23
Time: 10 a.m. – 12 Noon
Alys, the White Rabbit and the Mad Hatter cordially invite you to a Tea Party. Enjoy fairy tale food, hat decorating and mingle with the classic characters. Don’t be late!

 The event is free and open to the public but hats are limited to the first 150 young guests. A suggested donation of $5 will be accepted and will benefit Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation.

The Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation provides resources for the promotion of the arts through cultural events and educational programs. The Foundation maintains a cultural and education presence in Walton County exposing children and families with cultural experiences. For more information, please visit www.mattiekellyartsfoundation.org

Easter Explosion at Village of Baytowne Wharf Apr. 23

Start your day with an Easter Sing-A-Long with David Seering from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Grab your lawn chair and come participate in this special holiday sing-a-long. Enjoy some of your favorite hymns, praise songs and other church music at this non-denominational gathering. Then an afternoon of fun is planned for the whole family. From 12-3 p.m. enjoy a visit with the Easter Bunny, face painting, crafts and an inflatable fun zone.

Easter at Eden Gardens State Park Apr. 24
Location: Eden Gardens StatePark – Point Washington
Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Eden Gardens State Park and the Friends of Eden Gardens would like to invite everyone to Easter at Eden. Families are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch. The Easter Bunny will be available for traditional photos. There will be live music by Lucky Mud. Donations to the Friends of Eden Gardens are welcome and appreciated. To volunteer or for additional information call the park office.
 Fees: Park entrance fees will be waived to participants. 
Contact: (850) 267-8320.

Seaside Easter Celebration Apr. 24
12 – 2 p.m.
Join Seaside and Cottage Rental Agency for the annual Easter Egg-stravaganza including a visit from the Easter Bunny, lots of candy, live music from 30A Radio and other fun in the Amphitheater all for the little ones to enjoy!