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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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KidsOutAndAbout.com: Discover more. Do more. Connect more. If you like my publisher's column, you can easily scroll through past columns in the "Notes from Deb" section of our site. |
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Make this summer unforgettable at Helen Woodward Animal Center’s Summer Critter Camp! Each day is packed with hands-on animal encounters, exciting, themed activities, creative crafts, and outdoor games that keep kids learning, laughing, and exploring. Campers will meet amazing animal ambassadors, from furry and feathered to scaly, and surprising, while discovering how animals live, communicate, and thrive. Families can choose single-day or full-week sessions, and campers who book a full week receive a FREE camp shirt! We also offer a special 7th/8th grade camp experience designed just for older campers ready for even more adventure. Sign Up Today !
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Join us for Grandma Kathy’s Tales & Tunes puppet show and singalong every Friday from 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.!
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Foodies and craft beer aficionados will love SeaWorld's Seven Seas Craft Beer & Food Festival, featuring craft beer from favorite local breweries, plus fresh international cuisine infused with local, sustainable ingredients and unique signature flavors from around the world. In addition to hundreds of tasty bites and delicious drinks, guests can enjoy live music and their favorite animal exhibits, including dolphins, sea lions, bat rays, flamingos, sea otters, and more.
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Watch a favorite film under the stars with the ocean as your backdrop. From a relaxed seat in the sand to an elevated private bonfire experience complete with s’mores, tailor your movie night exactly how you want it—simple, social, or indulgently unforgettable.
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Join us for a sunshine-filled Easter Egg Hunt presented by Ralphs Grocery at Fit Social, our beautiful beachside venue! Bring the family, hunt for treasures, and celebrate spring with ocean views, fresh air, and festive fun.
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Step into the beautifully restored Crown Room at Hotel del Coronado for a memorable Easter celebration. Linger over a generous brunch showcasing classic morning dishes, pristine seafood, sushi and sashimi, interactive carving stations, and a showstopping dessert display—all served in one of the resort’s most iconic and storied spaces. Includes a glass of champagne for those ages 21+.
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In our Sewing class, kids ages 8-12 will practice hand-sewing techniques and basic stitches while learning safe machine operation and simple troubleshooting. They develop project-planning skills, moving from initial sketches to finished pieces, and create functional and decorative items such as pouches, pillows, and small accessories.
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Looking for Easter services in San Diego? Join us at Carmel Church on April 5, 2026 for family-friendly Easter services, an Easter egg hunt with BLUEY! bounce houses, food trucks, and a celebration of the resurrection of Jesus!
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Don’t miss Elmo’s Eggstravaganza – our exciting Easter Celebration, happening on select dates from March 22 - April 20! Guests can visit Sesame Place for a hoppin’ good time with rides, a stage show, the Sesame Street Party Parade, and special Easter fun with everyone’s favorite furry friends dressed in their Easter best! Take photos with the Easter Bunny, take a spin on your favorite rides, participate in an interactive Easter Egg Scavenger hunt, and shake your bunny tail at the Furry Friends Bunny Hop Dance Party. It's sure to be an egg-cellent time!
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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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The KidsOutAndAbout annual guide to summer camps in the San Diego area is back! You can search by date, age, or categories like day/overnight, sports, drama, music, theatre, arts & crafts, technology, robotics, horseback riding, preschool, & more.
Our guide puts summer fun right at your fingertips!
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Looking for a thrilling family-friendly adventure in the San Diego 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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Click here to discover Birthday party locations in the San Diego area. From Arcades to Ziplines our Big List will help you think outside the box and plan the party of your kids' dreams! KidsOutAndAbout has dozens of ideas!
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2025's best places to take kids in San Diego as voted by parents. Who won the top spot? An indoor play center, museum, farm, nature center, sports team? Click through to find out, as well as favorite Arts Educator, Sports Educator, and STEM educator! Plus
there is LOTS more to do in San Diego!
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Have a great weekend!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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