Easter events, community gatherings planned across Boundary County
Bonners Ferry Herald | UPDATED 14 hours, 25 minutes AGO
The Rotary Easter egg hunt is one of several events being held for local youth in the community.
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Several Easter events, markets and community gatherings are planned across Boundary County in the coming days, offering residents a variety of opportunities to celebrate the holiday and connect with the community.
Rotary Club to host Easter egg hunt at fairgrounds
The Rotary Club of Bonners Ferry will host its annual Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 4, at the Boundary County Fairgrounds.
The hunt will begin promptly at 11 a.m., and organizers encourage families to arrive on time, noting that eggs are typically collected within minutes.
Approximately 2,000 eggs, including real and filled plastic eggs, will be hidden for participants. The Easter Bunny will also be on hand to hand out special eggs containing coupons and pose for photos with children. The Easter Bunny will have 100 special eggs.
Participants will be divided into age groups: 1-2 years old, 3-5, 6-7, 8-9, and 10 and older. Adults may assist children in the youngest group.
New this year, one golden egg will be hidden in each age group, with prize opportunities for those who find them.
Face painting will also be available, provided by Rotarian Sarah Fischer.
Moyie Springs to host community Easter egg hunt
The Moyie Springs Community Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday, April 4, at Moyie Springs City Hall.
The event will begin at 1 p.m. at 3331 Roosevelt Road and is open to children in several age groups, including ages 2-5, 6-8 and 9-11.
Deli sliders will be served, and attendees are asked to bring a salad, dessert or chips to share.
Easter egg hunt planned during Spring Fling event
An Easter egg hunt for children 12 and under will be held April 4 as part of the Spring Fling and Vendor Showcasing event at Black Mountain Barn.
The hunt will begin at 2 p.m. at 1207 Fitzpatrick Road. Photos with the Easter Bunny will also be available, with 4x6 prints offered for purchase.
Veterans, First Responders appreciation lunch planned
A veterans and first responders appreciation lunch will be held Friday, April 3, at noon at Accurate Northwest Autobody on South Hill in Bonners Ferry.
The event will feature loaded Texas brisket baked potatoes, and all community members are welcome to attend.