How does your family like to celebrate Independence Day? We typically enjoy a laid-back holiday with a barbecue at my parents’ place, and we sometimes shoot off fireworks from the driveway or over the pond once the sun goes down.

If you’re looking for something fun to do, here are some local ideas to consider for your family’s Fourth:

Mother’s Day will be here soon, and there are lots of opportunities for moms in our area to spend some special time with their families or to simply to treat themselves. Take a look at the list below to find the activity that’s just right for you!

Easter is coming!! This is one of my favorite holidays for so many reasons, but a big one is that it’s like a celebration of spring for the whole community! There are so many fun events that are popping up—or should I say, HOPPING up—right now, that I just had to share some of them with you.

Check out the list below for your chance to hunt some eggs or meet the Easter Bunny.

Saturday, April 6

Home Depot Kids Workshop & Easter Bunny Photos
at Home Depot, Brooklyn Park

Saturday, April 6  9am–12pm
In this FREE workshop, you and your child (ages 5–12) can build a birdhouse and customize it with paint and stickers. While you’re there, make sure to grab a free photo with the Easter Bunny!
More info: facebook.com/events/807997392932041

Easter Bunny at Stony Hill Gifts
at Stony Hill Gifts, Rogers

Saturday, April 6  10am–2pm
Join Stony Hill Gifts for its spring open house and enjoy free photos with the Easter Bunny from 10 to 2. The store is also offering gift card drawings and a free gift with $20 purchase.
More info: facebook.com/events/333613287259190

Thursday, April 11

FYCC Bunny Bingo
at Albertville City Hall

Thursday, April 5  6–7:30pm
Enjoy a family night out, get your photo taken with the Easter Bunny, and win some great prizes! (Cost: $10/family if pre-registered online, $15 at the door)
Info & Register: myfycc.com/event-registration/?ee=356

If you’re looking for a kid-friendly way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, check out these great events taking place in and around STMA: