🐰 Woodland Egg Hunt, Kids Show & Classic Easter Hunt

March 31, 2026

Good morning!

Spring energy is kicking in, and this week’s lineup is looking like a win—especially if you’ve got kids or just want something fun and different to do. There’s plenty happening across Connecticut to keep things interesting.

Here’s what’s inside:

🌳 A scenic woodland egg hunt with animals, trails, and DIY decorating
🎭 A lively, kid-friendly theater show packed with music and fun
🐰 A classic Easter egg hunt with crafts, photos, and family activities
📗 This Month in CT History: Connecticut Takes to the Skies
📰 Local headlines you might’ve missed

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An Easter egg hunt, but make it a full-on outdoor experience

If you want to switch things up this Easter, the Woodland Egg Hunt at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center is worth checking out on Friday, April 3 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Kids can stroll the trails collecting eggs, meet resident animal friends, and even say hello to the Easter Bunny along the way, making it way more interactive than your typical egg hunt.

The twist is they’ll trade in their collected eggs for wooden ones and head to creation stations to decorate them, turning it into part scavenger hunt, part arts and crafts. It’s designed for kids up to 10, with a limit of 4 wooden eggs per participant, and admission is $8 for adults and $15 for children, with pre-registration required.

Music, dancing, and pure chaos—in the best way

If you’re looking for something indoors and entertaining, The Paper Bag Players are bringing their 67th season show, “Hey There, Howdy, Everybody!” to The Klein Memorial Auditorium on March 31 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Expect sing-alongs, audience participation, foot-stomping dances, and larger-than-life characters that keep kids fully engaged from start to finish.

It’s designed for ages 3 to 9, but it’s one of those shows where parents end up enjoying it too. Tickets are $10, and the one-hour runtime makes it the perfect quick, high-energy outing that doesn’t drag.

A fast-paced tradition you don’t want to miss

If you’re going for that classic Easter vibe, the Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society is hosting its Easter Egg Hunt on April 4 starting at 10:00 AM sharp. The hunt kicks off right on time and once the eggs are gone, they’re gone, so arriving early is key if you want your kids to get in on the action.

After the hunt, families can stick around for crafts, story time, and guided tours of the historic house, plus photos with the Easter Bunny. Tickets are $10 for children and free for adults (limited to two per child), pre-registration is required, and all proceeds support the museum.

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Score a championship golf experience with this limited-time deal

If you’ve been itching to get out and do something different (that doesn’t involve another food run), this deal at Norwich Golf Course is lowkey a steal. Right now, you can grab 18 holes of golf with a cart for one, two, or even four people at a discounted rate, making it a solid option whether you’re going solo, on a date, or turning it into a group hang.

Located at 685 New London Turnpike in Norwich, this public championship course brings a mix of scenic views and legit challenge with its 6,228-yard, par-71 layout. It’s beginner-friendly but still interesting enough for experienced players, plus you’ve got extras like a full pro shop and The Caddy Shack restaurant to hang out after your round. With a 4.7 rating and hundreds of reviews, it’s one of those experiences people actually come back for.

TOP EVENTS TODAY YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS

HAVE YOU SEEN THIS YET?

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There’s no shortage of live music happening all around the state. Check out the upcoming show calendar below:

THIS MONTH IN CONNECTICUT HISTORY

Connecticut Takes to the Skies

Back in the 1930s, during the height of the Great Depression, Connecticut made a bold move that would quietly shape its future. Governor Wilbur L. Cross pushed for a full aerial photographic survey of the entire state, seeing it as a smarter, more efficient way to plan infrastructure, manage resources, and secure federal funding at a time when budgets were tight.

Over the course of two months in 1934, planes flew in precise patterns across Connecticut, capturing more than 10,000 images from 11,400 feet in the air. These weren’t quick snapshots either. Each photo had to be perfectly timed, aligned, and scaled, with photographers manually operating heavy cameras mid-flight to ensure accuracy.

Once completed, the images were stitched together into a massive 31-by-42-foot mosaic map, giving the state its first complete visual record of land use. It helped uncover boundary errors, improve planning for roads and water systems, and even allowed residents to purchase aerial views of their own homes. Today, that same collection remains one of the most valuable historical resources in the Connecticut State Library, now digitized for public access.

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HEADLINES AROUND THE STATE

Popular CT Brunch Chain Shut Down Across All Locations

All remaining Place 2 Be restaurants in Connecticut have been forced to shut down after the state revoked their sales tax permits. The closures affect locations in New Haven, Hartford, and West Hartford, along with a bakery spinoff. The move comes amid ongoing legal and financial issues tied to the business and its owner.

Connecticut Sun Set to Relocate to Houston

After more than two decades in Connecticut, the WNBA’s Connecticut Sun are expected to move to Houston following the upcoming season. The team has been a consistent playoff contender and a major part of the state’s sports culture, making the relocation a significant loss for local fans.

Stamford Program Brings Music Education to Kids in Need

A nonprofit in Stamford is helping bridge communities through music by providing education and performance opportunities to children in need. Project Music recently hosted an event bringing together students from multiple cities, using music as a way to build connection and collaboration.

West Hartford Ice Rink Closing for Major Upgrades

The Veterans Memorial Ice Rink in West Hartford is shutting down temporarily for renovations starting March 30. The upgrades include a new refrigeration system, improved facilities, and modernized features, with plans to reopen in August.

Free Easter Dinner Planned for Wallingford Community

A longtime local nonprofit is preparing its annual free Easter dinner for those in need, taking place April 5 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at First Congregational Church. Meals will be available for dine-in, pickup, or delivery, with volunteers working to make sure no one is left out this holiday.

Thanks!

Thanks for reading today’s newsletter! Hopefully you found a few fun ideas to get out, explore, and make the most of what Connecticut has going on this week.

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