6,000 Eggs Up For Grabs in the South Loop 4/23

The Prairie District Neighborhood Alliance will host its Annual Easter Egg Hunt, at Chicago's Women's Park and Gardens featuring a variety of family activities, on Saturday, April 23 from 12:00 p.m. to 2 p.m. This popular holiday event is expected to draw over a 1000 people from the South Loop and surrounding communities.

The Easter Egg hunt will begin at 12:15 p.m. During the hunt, children will search for over 6.000 brightly colored toy and candy filled plastic eggs and will be able to win prizes. The egg hunt is recommended for children ages 10 and under. There will be separate designated areas for the hunt, with an area for the younger children and an area for the older children. Children must be accompanied by an adult. "The Easter Egg Hunt is such a fun event for the kids, and it is just wonderful to see so many of them hunting for eggs all dressed up in their Easter outfits," said Gail Dempsey, Board member of the PDNA. "We know so many residents and neighbors in the South Loop look forward to this event every year," she said.

The PDNA will be giving away a large number of great prizes provided by event sponsors, the Chicago White Sox, City Point Community Church and Chi Bakery. Prizes include: (200) two hundred White Sox Tickets, (5) Five $100 gift certificates to Target and plenty of toys and candy.

Other activities include: An animal petting zoo, piñatas and a visit with the Easter Bunny. There will be lots of great photo opportunities, so parents should bring their cameras. Glessner House, a landmark House Museum which is located adjacent to the Women's Park, will partner with the PDNA to provide fun carnival games for the kids. "We are happy to be a part of our community and welcome families into the museum," said Lynee Smaczny, Assistant to the Director at Glessner House. Attendees will also enjoy special Easter cupcakes and cookies provided by Chi Bakery, as well as plenty of candy, treats and refreshments.

The Chicago Women's Park and Gardens is located 1801 S. Indiana Avenue in Chicago. Admission is $10 for children and $3 for adults. There is no charge for children age 12 months and under. Space is limited and RSVP is REQUiRED. For more information visit the PDNA web site at: www.pdnachicago.com or call (312) 401-2688.

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