KidsOutAndAbout Weekly Newsletter
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Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers: One of the best things about spring is that it turns all of us into treasure hunters. After a long winter, we adults start scanning the world for signs that life is returning: We notice the first mist of green in a forest's understory, the first brave crocus, the first daffodil. If we point out loud, kids catch on quickly, drawn by the thrill of seeking what
winter was hiding even just a few weeks ago, and they're ready to find magic behind every tree. Of course, in certain parts of North America, spring can be stingy in early April: The calendar may insist it’s here, but the yard is still beige, the trees are still bare, and the only things blooming outside are spreading patches of mud. But there’s no rule that says spring surprises have to come only from Mother Nature! That’s one reason I’m such a fan of egg
hunts. Last year, I wrote an extremely popular step-by-step article showing how to Turn Easter Into a Treasure Hunt, complete with a printable PDF of rhyming clues. It’s right there waiting for you, ready to make you look like a genius with practically zero effort. And if you want to kick it up a notch and invite a crowd, our article Easter Egg Hunts: Tips and Tricks for a Great Party lays out the
strategies for what may be the easiest, fastest, best-bang-for-the-buck kids’ party on Earth. Sure, egg hunts feature prominently in our culture's Easter traditions, but they needn't belong only to Easter, they're a wonderful diversion anytime, in any context. Spring is a season that proves there’s treasure everywhere. Sometimes the universe provides the fun for us. And sometimes we create it ourselves.
—Debra Ross, publisher of
KidsOutAndAbout.com, co-author of The Eclipse Effect: How to Seize Extraordinary Moments to Build Strong Communities
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Hop on down to the Stockyards on Saturday, April 4! Kids can explore Stockyards Station and Mule Alley and look for Easter eggs filled with candy and toys. The day will include photos with the Easter Bunny, live music, kid friendly activities and more!
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Join us in 2026 for Mainstay Farm’s Spring Festival in Cleburne, TX, just outside Dallas & Fort Worth! Enjoy two Easter themed weekends with egg hunts and Easter Bunny visits, followed by two weekends celebrating baby animals and strawberry themed treats, plus picture-perfect photo ops and 30+ family-friendly attractions. Experience one of the top spring events in North Texas!
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Join us at the ballpark and be part of the next generation of Rangers baseball. Thrilling matchups and fun promotional items await! Along with theme nights celebrating teams, tastes, and pop culture and community nights celebrating schools, colleges, groups, and cultural heritage.
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Waste to Wonder explores how creativity and innovation can transform discarded materials into something new. Made in collaboration with the Tarrant County Education Foundation, the exhibit examines how long common items take to decompose, what materials people used before plastics, and how artists and companies are rethinking waste today. Interactive stations invite visitors to sort materials, test recycling knowledge, and explore how many bottles, cans, or plastic bags it takes to make familiar products. Designed using repurposed materials where possible, Waste to Wonder acknowledges that sustainability is an ongoing effort and that imperfect can still be impactful.
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The community-friendly event is open to all ages and abilities. Our goal is to make sure every participant can enjoy the fun, excitement, and joy of an Easter egg hunt - no matter their ability level. We'll have a variety of egg-hunting options designed to meet different needs, including visual, auditory, sensory-friendly, mobility-accessible, and alternative search methods. There will be eggs and activities for everyone. Come celebrate with us in a welcoming environment where every participant can succeed, have fun, and feel included.
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Hop into the spring season with us! Bring your little ones to participate in an age-organized hunt, and fill their baskets with colorful eggs placed throughout our Performance Lawn. Afterwards, meet the Easter Bunny, visit the arts and crafts station, and take a family photo with adorable live rabbits. Please note: The Easter Egg Hunt will begin promptly at 2 PM and is a quick activity that lasts only a few minutes. We strongly encourage visitors to arrive on time, as eggs go fast!
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Kids ages 5–10 are invited to explore nature through art in this playful doodling class. Young artists will observe plants, flowers, and wildlife, then turn their inspiration into colorful, imaginative drawings with guidance from local artist and educator Shirl Hawes.
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Join us for our Easter Eggstravaganza. We will have egg hunts, bounce houses, a petting zoo, games, crafts, Kona Ice, coffee, & much more!
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Catch a flick on the big screen in the PGA District! Friday movies will begin at 7:00 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn blanket to sit on. PGA District restaurants will be open to serve your favorite foods before and after each show; concession beverages will also be available for purchase from our roaming beverage carts. As a reminder, outside food and drinks are not permitted, nor are lawn chairs. Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash at all times.
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Hop into spring with an egg-citing Easter celebration! Join us for a morning or afternoon filled with festive fun, creative activities, and an unforgettable egg hunt. Your little ones will enjoy arts and crafts stations, face painting and colorful hair spray, a dance party with the Easter Bunny, and an exciting egg hunt to find the golden egg! Each child will also receive a kids meal with chicken nuggets and fries.
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Don’t miss the opportunity to see the largest exhibit of live, exotic butterflies in North Central Texas. Exhibit visitors will have the chance to see a diverse collection of butterflies from various parts of the world, including Central, North and South America, Africa, and Asia. The Blue Morpho (Morpho peleides), known for its striking beauty, is one of the most popular butterflies on display. Additionally, local favorites will also be showcased.
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Join us for a one-of-a-kind Underwater Easter Egg Hunt! Kids ages 0 to 12 can splash into the fun, search for colorful eggs, score candy and prizes, and enjoy a full day of poolside excitement. Have a little one who isn’t swimming yet? No worries! A parent can hop in and help out in the kiddie area at no extra cost.
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iD Tech: The World's #1 STEM Summer Camp! BattleBots® Camp? You can only get it here. Roblox Camp? We've got that and more in our Summer '26 lineup. Register today at the top-rated tech camp for 25 years and counting! iD Tech is the very best experience built around your child—their interests, their skill level, their goals for the future. Trusted by 75+ of the world’s top universities and over 1,000,000 parents, iD Tech is where kids and teens learn from the best—coding, game dev, robotics, and more. The future starts at iD Tech! Click here for more information about your local iD Tech opportunities! Virtual camps are also available!
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- Free Spring Mini Photo Session with Shoott - Shoott, Broadway, New York, NY, USA, Friday, April 3, 2026 to Sunday, April 5, 2026, See link for times
- Easter Eggstravaganza - Mike Lewis Park - Mike Lewis Park, Grand Prairie, TX, USA, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 10 am- 1 pm
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Eggstravaganza- North Fort Worth Baptist Church - North Fort Worth Baptist Church, Interstate 35W, Fort Worth, TX, USA, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 10 am- 12 pm
- Spring Event - Easter - Riverside Park, 501 Oakhurst Scenic Drive, Fort Worth, TX, USA, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 11 am- 3 pm
- Easter Eggstravaganza - Thomas Place - Thomas Place Community Center, 4237 Lafayette Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76107, United States, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 10 am- 12 pm
- Adapted and Inclusive Easter Egg Hunt - G. Roland Vela Soccer Complex, 3801 N Elm St, Denton, TX, USA, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 3-5 pm
- Hop-A-Long Dance
Party - Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, 1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine, TX 76051, United States, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 6:30 - 8 pm
- 1st Saturday Bird Walks at Acton Nature Center - Acton Nature Center of Hood County, 6900 Smoky Hill Court, Granbury, TX
76049, United States, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 7 am
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Parents have an abundance of choices when it comes to PreK and day care options in the Fort Worth area! Use our Big List to help find the best one for your kiddos and check our events calendar to find Open Houses where you can meet teachers and tour the
schools.
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Looking for a thrilling family-friendly adventure in the Fort Worth area? Escape rooms are interactive, puzzle-packed experiences where you and your team work together to solve clues and complete your mission-all before time runs out! Whether you're
escaping a spooky cabin, cracking a high-stakes heist, or breaking a magical curse, escape rooms offer exciting, screen-free fun for kids, teens, and adults.
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Have a great weekend!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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