Easter 09 Southland Events

Easter Events

Your Local Chruch for Sonrise or Easter Sunday Service!

Calvary Chapel Montebello -
Good Friday at Montebello City Park Amphitheater will take place at 7:00p.m.
Easter Services at Montebello City Park will take place at 6:00, 8:00 & 10:00a.


Calvary Chapel Chino Valley and Pastor David Rosales invite you to join us for Easter Services on April 10th and April 12th. 12205 N. Pipeline Chino, CA 91710 USA
Good Friday Services*, April 10th - 12noon & 7:00pm
We will have worship with our own CCCV worship team during our noon service and we will be joined by The Kry during our evening service.
Easter Sunday Services*, April 12th - 6:00am, 8:00am, 10:00am, 12noon
Our own CCCV worship team will be providing worship during our Easter morning services.



For the Kids

Spring Eggstravaganza
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Breakfast starts at 8:00 am, activities begin at 9:00 am
Activities include stage entertainment, children's crafts, field games, a petting zoo, moonbounces, visits with the Spring Bunny, and of course, the candy scramble for children 12 years of age and younger.
LOCATION: Henry Boisseranc Park 7520 Dale Street

Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, Apr 11 10:00a to 2:00p
at Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden, Arcadia, CA
The great easter egg hunt fees: regular arboretum admission fees apply for non-members, plus $10 per child to participate in the event. The event cost for members is $5 per child. Pre-registration is not necessary. Easter baskets will be provided for every paid child at the event.
No outside baskets allowed

Saturday April 11
Spring Egg Hunt
Ages: 10 years old and under
Time: 10:30 Sharp!
Location: Oak Knoll Park 5700 Orange Avenue
Crafts, activities, food, egg hunt with toy and candy filled eggs, visits with the Easter Bunny (Please, don’t forget your camera!). Don't be late, this event starts at 10:30 SHARP!

Saturday April 11th
Flashlight Egg Hunt
Ages: 12 - 17 years old
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Arnold/Cypress Park 8611 Watson Street
Admission: FREE - Bring your Flashlight and basket!
INFORMATION: City of Cypress - (714) 229-6780

The Glory of Easter at the Crystal Cathedral
Long-running musical passion play featuring over 100 actors, soaring angels and special effects.
When: Runs for about 10 days before Easter
Where: Crystal Cathedral, 12141 Lewis St, Garden Grove, CA 92840
Cost: $35-$45, $20 Discount nights available
Parking: Free on site Info: www.crystalcathedral.org/glory_easter/
Note: Not recommended for children under 9 years old due to vivid portrayal of Christ's death. Dress warmly.

Fountain Valley Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 11, 2009
8 am - 11 am
Egg Hunt begins at 10:00 am
DON’T BE LATE! Or your child may miss the egg hunt. Remember to have a basket or sack for your child to collect their eggs. We encourage parents to remain out of the hunt areas so children can enjoy collecting their own goodies. Everything will begin at 8am, and the Egg Hunt, Carnival Games, Crafts, Face Painters, Bounce House and are all free so come join us for all the fun! For children 11 and under.

Pancake Breakfast provided by the FV Kiwanis Club
$4.00 pre sale, $5.00 day of event per person, $15.00 pre sale for a family of 5
LOCATION: Recreation and Sports Park
INFORMATION: 714-839-8611

Fullerton Spring Holiday Festival & Monster Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Arts & crafts faire, community performances on stage, a children’s area with face painting, art workshops and games, a monster egg hunt where kids search for hidden eggs containing monster toys and stickers, gallery tours of our student art exhibit by high school students, and tours of our historic villa. The Easer Bunny may even be seen hiding eggs! Everything is FREE. This festival open house is a gift to the community. Everyone volunteers their time to put it together. Food vendors will be available but people are encouraged to bring their own food in to the park and picnic in our theatre while they watch the show.
LOCATION:Muckenthaler Cultural Center 1201 West Malvern Avenue Fullerton
INFORMATION: 714-839-8611

Huntington Beach Annual Easter Hunt
Saturday, April 11, 2009
9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
The Huntington Beach Kiwanis Club and the City of Huntington Beach Community Services Department present the annual Easter Hunt in Huntington Central Park. Bring your kids to this free hunt! Easter hunt, game booths, entertainment, exhibits, refreshments and a visit from the Easter Bunny with plenty of candy for the children. Pancakes and other refreshments will be available for purchase.
LOCATION: Huntington Beach Central Park
INFORMATION: 714-536-5486

Easter Sunrise Service at the Hollywood Bowl
Non-denominational Easter service with multi-denominational clergy and a 240 voice choir, 250 children in the Living Cross and Children's Choirs in nature's cathedral, decorated with thousands of Easter Lilies and ending with the mass release of the White Birds of Peace.
When: Easter Sunday, 5:30 to 7 am, gates open at 3:30 am
Where: The Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N.
Highland Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90068
Cost: Free Parking: Free stacked parking on site
Info: www.hollywoodbowleaster.com, (323) 463-7111
Note: Disabled seating available, sign language interpretation provided

Bel Air Presbyterian Easter Service at the Hollywood Bowl
The combined traditional and contemporary service will include a 100 person choir and contemporary worship band. When: Easter Sunday, 11 am, doors open at 9
Cost: Free Parking: Free stacked parking on site Info: www.belairpres.org, (818) 788-4200

Bunny's Spring Fling at the LA Zoo & Botanical Gardens
Kids can make bunny ears, pet bunnies and have their photo taken (for a fee) with Big Bunny and other cartoon characters at this three-day event at the LA Zoo. There will be crafts, face painting, music and more.
When: Easter Weekend, 10 am - 4 pm
Where: the LA Zoo, 5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles, CA, in Griffith Park, off the I-5 and 134 Freeways
Cost: Check website Parking: Free Info: www.lazoo.org

Haute Dog Easter Parade
500 pooches in bunny ears and bonnets will parade along the sidewalks of Belmont Shore in Long Beach on Easter Sunday. Pet fair will continue at Livingston Park. Best canine Easter outfit wins dog food for a year. There are prizes for human finery as well.
When: Easter Sunday, 2:30 pm, approximately an hour.
Where: Event starts at Livingston Park, Livingston Dr. at Park Ave in Long Beach
Cost: Fee for dog participation, Free to watch. Folding chairs are available to rent.
Parking: metered street parking Info: www.HauteDogs.org

The Great Easter Egg Hunt at the Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden
Activities for children of all ages include nature crafts, eco games, and photo opportunities. Easter baskets are provided for every paid child; no outside baskets will be allowed.
When: Saturday before Easter, 10 am - 2 pm, Arboretum hours 9 am - 5 pm
Where: LA County Arboretum, 310 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, CA 91007
Cost: General admission, plus fee per child to participate in the hunt.
Info: www.arboretum.org, 626-821-5897

Easter Parade
Fred Astaire and Judy Garland star in Irving Berlin's Oscar-winning classic, Easter Parade (NR), billed as the "happiest musical ever made. " What better way to wrap up the holiday?
Aero Theatre 1328 Montana Avenue Santa Monica, CA 90403
Ages: 5-18 Time: 7:30pm Cost: Adults $10; Children, Students, Seniors $8

Giggles 'n' Hugs Easter Egg Hunt
The restaurant invites families for an egg hunt in the play area, with treats and prizes for the kids to find, including some eggs stuffed with Giggles 'n' Hugs membership cards. The winner of the karaoke contest gets a monthly membership card, too. 310.478.4847
Ages: 0-8 Time: Karaoke 11:30am; Egg hunt 12:30pm Cost: Free with paid admission
Giggles 'n' Hugs 11701 Wilshire Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90025

Easter on the Farm
Families can spend the whole day at the farm with the Easter Bunny, egg hunts, tractor-drawn wagon rides, egg dying, and a variety of baby animals to pet. 805.523.2957; 805.529.3690 Ongoing Daily 4/11/09 - 4/12/09; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: All Ages Time: 10am-4pm Cost: Adults & Children (2 & up) $5, (under 2) free
Underwood Family Farms 3370 Sunset Valley Road Moorpark, CA 93021

Easter Brunch & Egg Hunt
Family Easter brunch at Descanso Gardens is a holiday classic. Kids can participate in egg hunts on Saturday on the main lawn (every 45 minutes) and pose with the Easter Bunny. Brunch is available both Saturday and Sunday; Advance reservations are required for brunch. An early arrival is recommended for the egg hunts, as baskets sell out.
818.790.3663 http://www.descansogardens.org Ongoing Daily 4/11/09 - 4/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 9am-2pm
Cost: Brunch: Adults $45; Children (4-12) $15; (Under 3) Free; Members $38; Egg hunts: $5/basket
Descanso Gardens 1418 Descanso Drive La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011

Easter Bunny Train
Fillmore & Western Railway offers a special Easter Lunch train excursion, with a visit and treats from the Easter Bunny. During lunch, the train takes guests on a three-hour tour of Heritage Valley's orange and lemon blossoms. Advance reservations for lunch are required - but not for the train ride alone. Either way, everyone gets a visit with the big bunny.
800.773.8724 http://www.fwry.com Ages: All Ages Time: 12n-3pm
Cost: Lunch: Adults $47; Children (4-12) $26, (2-3) $23; Ride only: Adults $24; Children (4-12) $14, (2-3) $10; Infants on lap free Fillmore & Western Railway Co. 351 Santa Clara Street Fillmore, CA 93015

Gospel Brunch at House of Blues
Sunday Gospel Brunch at the House of Blues is 45 minutes of roof-raising music accompanied by a huge buffet. Shows are held each Sunday; advance reservations are recommended to guarantee seating.
323.848.5100 http://www.hob.com/la Ongoing Each Sun; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: All Ages Time: 10am & 1pm Cost: Adults (13 and up) $40.50; Children (5-12) $19, (under 5) free
House of Blues - Sunset Strip 8430 W Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood, CA 90069

Irvine The Great Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 11, 2009
10:00am - 1:00pm
Bring your loved ones and join your neighbors in celebrating springtime. Participate in the various games, crafts and activities, take a family picture with Mr. Bunny (don't forget your camera); and hunt for special prizes in our annual 'Great Egg Hunt'. Hunt will be divided into age groups.
Registration fee is $12 per child. Parent or guardian must attend with an enrolled child. Ages 2-12. Limited walk ins accepted at Limited walk ins accepted at Woodbridge Park (Alton & Lake) on the day of the event. *Limited to one hunt per child!
LOCATION: Woodbridge Community Park 20 Lake Road Irvine, CA INFORMATION: 949-724-6734

Easter Service & Egg Hunt
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Services at 9:00 and 11:00am
Join us as we gratefully celebrate Easter Sunday with the official Grand Opening of the MC Beachside Campus. We'll even have an Easter Egg Hunt for the kids! Invite your friends, your neighbors, and join in the celebration!
LOCATION:Mariners Church Beachside Campus 18110 Magnolia Street Fountain Valley, CA, 92708 e
INFORMATION: 949.854.7600

Irvine Park Railroad Easter Eggstravaganza
Saturday, March 28th through Saturday, April 11th
At the Irvine Park Railroad Easter Eggstravaganza, children and adults can ride the train through beautiful Irvine Regional Park. And, children ages 2 through 12 can participate in an Easter egg hunt. Each egg will be filled with candy or a prize. Easter egg hunts begin daily at 10:00 AM and tickets may be purchased to participate in an egg hunt at a specific time. Please bring an Easter basket for each child that will be participating in the Easter egg hunt. Irvine Park Railroad will also offer Easter baskets for sale. Tickets must be purchased on the day of the event in order to receive a wristband for the Easter egg hunt. Children can also meet the Easter bunny and have their picture taken with him at a cost of $10.00 per photo and there will be other activities to enjoy during the Easter Eggstravaganza including hay rides, a moon bounce, picture stands and a lot more.
LOCATION: 1 Irvine Park Road Orange, CA 92869 INFORMATION:714-997-3968

Placentia Easter Egg-citement!
Saturday, April 11, 2009
8 am - 11:30 am
8:00 a.m.- Pancake breakfast hosted by Placentia Rotary Club
10:00 a.m. - the egg hunt will begin at and different areas will be designated for different age groups; 1 – 2 years, 3 – 4 years, 5 – 7 years, and 8 – 10 years.
Plastic eggs will be hidden throughout the park filled with candy, prize coupons, and assorted goodies!
There will also be face painting, and family games for all ages! Don’t forget to bring a container for your eggs and your camera to take a picture with the Easter Bunny!
LOCATION: Kraemer Memorial Park 201 N. Bradford Avenue INFORMATION: 949-993-8232

San Clemente Easter Eggstravaganza
Saturday, April 11, 2009
10am-1pm
It's the great big egg event that you just don't want to miss - Egghunts, unlimited action, plus Little Bo Peep and her herds of sheep, a wandering Path of Random Facts, and the usual indulgences - like scrumptious food, face painters, strange animals, jugglers big and small and other astounding acts of fun! Pancake breakfast provided by San Clemente Kiwanis and Key Club will be available for a nominal fee.
LOCATION:San Gorgonio Park 2916 Via San Gorgonio San Clemente INFORMATION: 949-361-8264

EASTER BRUNCHES

Castaway
1250 Harvard Dr, Burbank, CA 91501
Perched up on the hill in Burbank, this special-occasion destination offers an Easter Brunch buffet into the early evening. $34.95 for adults; $14.95 for kids. Receive $5 off if you get there in the first hour, between 9am and 10am.

Jar
8225 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Easter brunch with a multicultural spin at this beloved Beverly Boulevard spot features a la carte American comfort foods like corn pancakes and chilaquiles with creme fraiche.

Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel
9641 Sunset Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
The Pink Palace continues its time-honored tradition with a three-course prix-fixe brunch, a complimentary beverage, and candy for the kids from the Easter Bunny in the lobby. $89 adults; $45 for children under 10.

Cafe Del Rey
4451 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Enjoy sublime harbor views with a prix-fixe Easter brunch menu, including choices of brioche French toast, grilled asparagus salad, and a prime sirloin burger, $75 adults; $25 children.

House Of Blues
8430 W Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Sophisticated down-home cooking in the world's most opulent shanty--the gospel brunch is an L.A. classic. Prices range from $19 to $40.50 per person.

Roy's Restaurants
800 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90017
This sophisticated Hawaiian-fusion restaurant will be giving the holiday an island makeover, highlighted through three courses such as crab and lobster rangoons, chevre-crusted salmon and Kona coffee chocolate mousse. There's also a special menu for kids with more traditional dishes. $30 adults; $12 children.

McKinley's Grille
Sheraton Fairplex, .Pomona
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Place: McKinley's Grille at the Cost: $28.95 for adults and $14 for Children...

Amaranta Cocina Mexicana
6600 Topanga Canyon Road Ste 1029, Canoga Park, CA 91303
This authentic Mexican kitchen in the West Valley will be featuring a la carte brunch fare with a decidely Latin spin, such as white corn tamales stuffed with cheese and sour cream, and eggs in tomato and Serrano chili sauce.

Ivy At The Shore
1535 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Celebrate Easter with a swanky brunch at this famed seaside restaurant just steps from the Pier. No special menu, just all the usual supects like huevos rancheros, homemade scones, salads and more.

Campanile
624 S La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Fabulous Cal-Med mainstay features a delightful a la carte Easter brunch, with dishes like eggs in a hole, beef brisket hash and wild mushroom quiche. Pastries are $5 each or $15 for a basket.

Parkway Grill
510 S Arroyo Pkwy, Pasadena, CA 91105
Easter is one of only two times during the year that this Pasadena mainstay offers brunch; a la carte items include tiger shrimp corndogs, smoked salmon frittata and apricot-stuffed French toast.

The Clubhouse Restaurant - Easter Brunch Buffet
3333 Bristol Street Costa Mesa 714 708-2582
10:30 am - 5 pm
Buffet menu includes a carving station, omellete station, hot buffet entree, cold displays, salads and a dessert table. Reservations suggested.
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Terra Nova Easter Brunch
Wyndham Orange County 3350 Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, California
Reservations required (714) 442-8593
9 am - 2 pm
When making your reservations, be sure to specify if you prefer dining inside in the TerraNova or outdoors lakeside. This years brunch features: Fresh Fruits and Produce, Muffins and Croissants baked daily, cooked to order Omelets, Eggs Benedict, Cheese Blintzes, Country Style Potatoes, Belgian Waffles, French Toast, Bacon, Sausage, and Scrambled Eggs. Luncheon items include Shrimp Cocktail, Smoked Salmon, Gourmet Salads, Chicken Piccata, a Carving Station, Wild Rice Primavera, Seasonal Vegetables, Assorted Desserts, and a decadent Chocolate Fountain. $25.95 per person / $9.95 (12 and under).

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