From baby lambs to painting egg buoys the North Shore is filled with opportunities for an Easter expedition. Here are five events across the North shore:
Spring egg hunt, North Shore Children’s Museum, Peabody | April 12
Hunt for candy-filled eggs throughout the fun-filled exhibits of the North Shore Children’s Museum. Find one of the golden eggs for a special prize. reserve your spot for the 3 p.m. or 5 p.m. hunt at nschildrensmuseum.org/visit/our-programs
Easter Bunny and Painting with Create & Escape, The Gloucester House, Gloucester | April 12
Kids can have their photo taken with the Easter bunny then paint on a pre-drawn canvas at this workshop hosted by DIY crafts studio Create & Escape. In addition to the bunny-based fun there will be bagels and donuts and plenty of fun. Tickets available at createandescapediy.com/pages/events
Spring Lamb Festival, Goats to Go, Georgetown | April 12
Sure the Easter bunny is great, but this event might just make goats and lambs your new favorite holiday animals. Join the Spring Lamb Festival for a 30-45 Guided Minute Walk and Make (or Take Home) an Easter Egg Bag Kit and Take a picture with the Easter Bunny. Get your tickets at this link
Wakefield Egg Hunt, Wakefield, April 12
Join the Wakefield Center Neighborhood Association for an egg hunt for children age seven and younger and their parents. Children are sorted by age group, then they romp through a fresh hay bed, searching for thousands of chocolate eggs. Prizes are awarded too. For more information: wcna.org/calendar
Easter egg buoy painting, Art Haven, Gloucester | April 19
Come paint an egg-shaped buoy as a colorful Easter egg at Gloucester’s community art studio. All materials are provided, but be sure to wear clothes that can handle some paint splatters. Tickets are $5 and pre-registration is encouraged.