Get hopping - Spring egg hunts start Saturday

Over the next two Saturdays area youngsters can search through grassy fields and under bushes while participating in egg hunts throughout the area. Below is a list of some Easter-related events.

Organizers are also reminding families to not forget to bring a basket to hold all the goodies.

The annual Spring Fling is returning to Rancho Bernardo-Glassman Recreation Center, set for noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 28. There will be a jumper, egg hunt for toddlers through 12 years and other fun activities like face painting, bubble show and Arts in Motion will lead children in a painting activity. The Spring Bunny will be available for photos. Admission is free.

Gather at the gazebo in Rancho Bernardo Community Park, 18448 W. Bernardo Drive. For details, call 858-538-8129.

The City of Poway is hosting its annual Glow-in-the-Dark Egg Hunt for teenagers from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, March 28. Teens will be searching for 1,000 glow-in-the-dark eggs filled with candy, gift cards and other prizes. The free event will be held at Poway Community Park, 13094 Civic Center Drive.

Space is limited so teens must register in advance at 858-668-4671.

The Carmel Mountain Ranch/Sabre Springs Recreation Center will hold its free spring egg hunt and activities from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 28 at the center, 10152 Rancho Carmel Drive in Carmel Mountain Ranch.

The egg hunts will begin at 10 a.m. for toddlers through 2 years, 10:30 a.m. for ages 3 to 5, 11 a.m. for ages 6 to 8, 11:30 a.m. for ages 9 to 11 and noon for ages 12 and older. There will be a limit of one candy bag per person.

Also available will be craft activities, jump houses, opportunities to take pictures with the bunny and refreshments. There will be cotton candy, popcorn and water available for purchase. For details, call 858-538-8100.

Living Way Church is hosting a free Easter egg hunt and activities for everyone from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 4 at Poway Community Park, 13094 Civic Center Drive in Poway.

There will be a “little kiddie” egg hunt for those under 3 years, plus egg hunts throughout the event. The start times are 9:30 a.m. for 3-year-olds, 10 a.m. for 4-year-olds, 10:30 a.m. for 5-year-olds, 11 a.m. for 6-year-olds, 11:30 a.m. for ages 7 and 8; and noon for ages 9 and 10.

Free activities will include jump houses, a giant inflatable slide, petting zoo, pony rides, crafts and carnival games.

There will also be an optional pancake breakfast that starts at 8 a.m. Tickets are $4 per person. For details, call 858-486-1441 or send an email to lwcpoway@aol.com.

The spring egg hunt hosted by the 4S Ranch Master Association will be 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 4 in Pioneer Park (the Splash Park) at Sienna Hills Drive and Albert Ave. in 4S Ranch. This event is only open to 4S Ranch residents who must present their resident photo ID to enter.

The egg hunt will begin at 9:30 a.m. for ages 3 and younger, 10:15 a.m. for ages 4 to 7 and 11 a.m. for ages 8 and older. Kids can enjoy jumps as well as special treats from event sponsors. Photography by Suzanne will offer professional photos with the Easter Bunny. The 5x7 pictures are $5 each and can be purchased at the event.

There will be an optional pancake breakfast served by Rancho Santa Fe Fire firefighters from 9 to 11 a.m. It will include pancakes plus eggs, chips and salsa from Miguel’s. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $5 per person or $15 per family. At the event tickets will be $5 per person. Proceeds will benefit the San Diego Burn Institute.

To buy pancake tickets or get information on how to order a resident photo ID, go to www.4SConnect.com.

Westwood Club will host a free Easter egg hunt for its members and their guests at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 4 at the club, 17394 W. Bernardo Drive in Rancho Bernardo. Westwood residents must present their club ID card and guest passes to enter.

The Easter egg hunt is for all ages, including adults. Volunteers are also needed to help with the event. For details, contact Nora Kessler at 858-618-2140 or programs@rbwestwoodclub.com.

Chinese Bible Church of San Diego is inviting all in the community to its Spring Fair, set for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 4. It will be held at Maranatha Christian Schools, 9050 Maranatha Drive in Santa Fe Valley.

The event includes a 1:30 p.m. egg hunt, games and activities for all ages, and a wide variety of food. For details, call Gloria Lee at 858-675-8777 ext. 121.

The Rancho Peñasquitos Recreation Council will host its free spring egg hunt and activities in four neighborhood parks throughout Rancho Penasquitos. The hunts will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 4 and attendees are asked to walk to their closest event, if possible, since parking will be limited. There will also be crafts and other activities, including taking a photo with the bunny.

The egg hunt locations are: Peñasquitos Creek Park, 8021 Park Village Road; Ridgewood Park, 12604 La Tortola; Rolling Hills Park, 11082 Carlota Drive; and South Village Park, 14756 Via Azul. For details, call 858-538-8131.