Easter season starts off with egg hunts

The fun and excitement of Easter begins in Lind, Ralston, Ritzville and Washtucna as each community has their annual Easter egg hunts.

Saturday, March 31

Ritzville – The Community Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 2739 is scheduled for March 31 in Ritzville City Park at 9 a.m. All monies and donations collected are awarded in prizes at the event.

The money is divided between various eggs at the event to allow multiple participants to win. Gift certificates to McDonalds and the Ritz Theatre are also prizes hidden in the eggs at the hunt.

Donations may be sent to PO Box 322, Ritzville with checks payable to Eagles Auxiliary. For questions, call 660-1124.

Ralston – The annual Ralston Grange Easter egg hunt is scheduled at the Ralston Park on Saturday, March 31 at 9 a.m.

The egg hunt begins at 9 a.m. A continental breakfast and games in the Ralston Grange Hall follows the hunt. Kids of all ages, from toddler on up, are welcomed to participate.

Every child taking part goes home with eggs and a candy treat. Each family participating is asked to donate one dozen hard-boiled, decorated eggs. Please leave them at 410 W. Tenth on Friday, March 30. Anyone needing more information may call Ana Lobe at 659-0919.

Friday, April 6

Ritzville – Life Care Center Easter egg hunt is on Friday, April 6 and begins at 10 a.m. for children six and under. Children should bring their own basket to collect eggs, snacks are provided at the event.

Prizes, candy and eggs are all awarded at the event. There is also an opportunity for adults and children to pet baby animals of all different sizes. The Easter bunny also plans to make a special appearance at the event.

Contact LCC at 659-1600 if you plan to attend.

Saturday, April 7

Washtucna – The Washtucna Associated Student Body members are sponsoring the Washtucna community Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 7. The Easter egg hunt begins at 9 a.m. at Bassett Park.

The Washtucna ASB is accepting cash and candy donations at Java Bloom or at the Washtunca school office.

Lind – The Lind Easter egg hunt, sponsored by the Lind Lions Club, takes place on April 7 at the Lind Town Park beginning at 11 a.m. The hunt is open to children in preschool through sixth grade, and baskets and candy are the prizes for the event. The Easter bunny is also planning to make an appearance.

Beginning at 1 p.m. on April 7, the kite-flying contest takes place at the Lind Airport. Participants must bring their own kite.