Weekend Guide, April 18 to 20

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Friday,  April 18

Easter Egg Hunt: 10 a.m. Best to arrive early, as the hunt begins promptly and the popularity of this event means traffic and parking can result in occasional delays. Prizes will be awarded by age group, plus a grand prize egg will be awarded as well. Free candy for participants will be distributed after the hunt as well. Palmer Elementary School, 3050 Green Pond Road, Palmer Township. (In the event of rain, the hunt will be held indoors at the Chrin Community Center, 4100 Green Pond Road.) 610-253-7191

Easter Egg Hunt: 10 a.m. Mary Meuser Park, Northampton and 23rd streets, Wilson Borough. 610-258-6142

Dancing on the Odds: 7 to 10 p.m. Foxtrot instruction from 7 to 8 p.m., Open dancing 8 to 10 p.m. $10 per person, benefits Third Street Alliance. 41 North Third St.

Line Dancing: 7 to 10:30 p.m. Lessons at 7:15 p.m. $5 per person for members, $6 for non-members. Tatamy Fire Company, 164 Bushkill St., Tatamy. 610-759-2786 or www.purecountrydancers.com

James Supra, Sunshine Symphony: Music at 7 and 10 p.m. Rivals Sports Bar & Nightclub, 5 Lehns Court. 610-923-7625 or www.rivalseaston.com

Steve McDaniels: 8 p.m. The Riegelsville Inn, 12 Delaware Road, Riegelsville. 610-749-0100 or www.riegelsvilleinn.com

Working Class Bohemians: 8:30 p.m. Two Rivers Brewing Company, 542 Northampton St. 610-829-1131 or www.tworiversbrewing.com

Two Man Johnson: 9 p.m. Colonial Pizza & Spaghetti House, 136-138 Spring Garden St. 610-252-3033 or www.colonialpizzapub.com

Ali Oop's Juke Jam: 10 p.m. A funky good time, with Motown, Philly sound and more. Come on out and DANCE! La Pazza, 1251 Ferry St. 610-515-0888 or www.lapazza.com

DJ Mikey Z: 10 p.m. Riegelsville Tavern, 1274 Easton Road, Riegelsville. 610-510-3030 or www.riegelsvilletavern.com

Madam Freak & the Funky Fever: 10 p.m. Porters' Pub, 700 Northampton St. 610-250-6561 or www.porterspubeaston.com

Mike Roi: 10 p.m. Pearly Baker's Alehouse, 11 Centre Square. 610-253-9949 or www.pearlybakers.net

DJ John Harvey: 10 p.m. Dub's on Fifth, 402 South Fifth St., West Easton. 610-438-3827 or www.dubson5th.com

Saturday, April 19

Easter Egg Hunt: 10 a.m. Prizes will be awarded to children based on age groups: 1 to 4 years, 5 to 7 years, 8 to 10 years, and 10 years and over. Other activities are planned as well. Trinity Episcopal Church, 234 Spring Garden St. 610-253-0792 or www.trinityeaston.org

Easton Farmers' Market Winter Mart: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. More than 35 vendors offering fresh, local and organic food and fine crafts. Runs every Saturday through April 26. At the former Weller Center, 325 Northampton St. 610-258-8500 or www.eastonfarmersmarket.com

Record Store Day and Live DJs: 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. With DJs Rabeka, Mumbler, Kru, Dogtrane, Mourning Glory, and Billa. Drawing to win a Technics LP bag and a choice of slipmats with purchase. Used Grooves, 401 Northampton St. www.usedgrooves.com

Easter Egg Hunt: 11 a.m. Bring a basket. Sponsored by the College Hill Neighborhood Association. In Nevin Park, Lafayette Street and Taylor Avenue.

Easter Egg Hunt and Family Fun Day: 11 a.m. Includes arts and crafts, a bounce house, face painting, egg dying, an ice cream eating contest, concert, outdoor bbq, more. Full Gospel Cathedral of Praise, 1100 Ferry St. 610-253-3066 or 201-790-3252

Spring Open House Gallery Exhibit: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Original pastels, watercolors, and oil paintings. Ahlum Gallery, 106 North Fourth St. 610-923-9733 or www.ahlumgallery.com

Bowling Fundraiser for Autism Speaks: 1 to 5 p.m. All ages welcome, $20 per person. Bar Don Lanes, 3700 Nicholas St., Palmer Township. 610-252-8852

Free Texas Hold'em: 7 & 9 p.m. Registration is 15 minutes prior to each game. La Pazza, 1251 Ferry St. 610-515-0888 or www.lapazza.com

Call Your Mamma, DJ: Band at 7 p.m., DJ at 10 p.m. Rivals Sports Bar & Nightclub, 5 Lehns Court. 610-923-7625 or www.rivalseaston.com

Tall Tall Trees: 8 p.m. Indie-folk rocker, part of Mercantile Home's "Live at the Gold Room" concert series. Seating is limited. Tickets are $20, click here to purchase online or pick up in person at the boutique, 140 Northampton St. Performance is at The Grand Eastonian, 140 Northampton St.

Frank Giasullo: 8 p.m. The Riegelsville Inn, 12 Delaware Road, Riegelsville. 610-749-0100 or www.riegelsvilleinn.com

The Ultra Kings: 9 p.m. Two Rivers Brewing Company, 542 Northampton St. 610-829-1131 or www.tworiversbrewing.com

Kim Brewer Band: 9 p.m. Riegelsville Tavern, 1274 Easton Road, Riegelsville. 610-510-3030 or www.riegelsvilletavern.com

Connie Edinger: 9 p.m. Widow's Tavern, 200 Main St., Stockertown. 610-365-8890 or www.widowstavern.com

New Light Quartet: 9:30 p.m. Lafayette Bar, 11 N. Fourth St. 610-252-0711 or www.lafayettebarjazz.com
 
The Roux: 10 p.m. Plus, an Easter Egg coloring contest all evening--prizes include a basket of cheer and beer. Eggs supplied, you supply the artistic talent. Porters' Pub, 700 Northampton St. 610-250-6561 or www.porterspubeaston.com

Big Empty with the Explorers: 10 p.m. Pearly Baker's Alehouse, 11 Centre Square. 610-253-9949 or www.pearlybakers.net

Best You Get: 10 p.m. Dub's on Fifth, 402 South Fifth St., West Easton. 610-438-3827 or www.dubson5th.com

Sunday, April 20

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Weekend Guide, April 11 to 13

Looks like it could be a tasty weekend in Easton. No excuses, the weather is going to be beautiful, and there's something for everyone on the list this week...

Friday, April 11

Rummage, Soup and Cookie Sale:  9 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Bag day is Saturday, April 12--$3 per bag. St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 305 Delaware Road, Riegelsville. 610-749-0830  
Click here for a list of more rummage sales in the Easton area.

John Carelli: 7 to 10 p.m. Tenor vocalist. Mesa Modern Mexican, 42 South Third St. 610-829-2101 or www.mesamexican.com

Line Dancing: 7 to 10:30 p.m. Lessons at 7:15 p.m. $5 per person for members, $6 for non-members. Tatamy Fire Company, 164 Bushkill St., Tatamy. 610-759-2786 or www.purecountrydancers.com
 
Bank Street Band, Avenue 16: Music at 7 and 10 p.m. Rivals Sports Bar & Nightclub, 5 Lehns Court. 610-923-7625 or www.rivalseaston.com

Bear Night: 8 p.m. Complimentary buffet, and smoke-free, always a great time with great folks! La Pazza Bar, 1251 Ferry St. 610-515-0888 or www.lapazza.com

Alex Radus: 8 p.m. The Riegelsville Inn, 12 Delaware Road, Riegelsville. 610-749-0100 or www.riegelsvilleinn.com
 
Go Trio: 8:30 p.m. Two Rivers Brewing Company, 542 Northampton St. 610-829-1131 or www.tworiversbrewing.com

Schubert & Binder: 9 p.m. Colonial Pizza & Spaghetti House, 136-138 Spring Garden St. 610-252-3033 or www.colonialpizzapub.com

DJ Mikey Z: 10 p.m. Riegelsville Tavern, 1274 Easton Road, Riegelsville. 610-510-3030 or www.riegelsvilletavern.com

Paulie Knack: 10 p.m. Porters' Pub, 700 Northampton St. 610-250-6561 or www.porterspubeaston.com

Scott Harrington: 10 p.m. Pearly Baker's Alehouse, 11 Centre Square. 610-253-9949 or www.pearlybakers.net

TBA: 10 p.m. Dub's on Fifth, 402 South Fifth St., West Easton. 610-438-3827 or www.dubson5th.com

Saturday, April 12

Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast & Easton Hospital Birth Fair: 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. Annual all-you-can-eat-pancake breakfast, this year’s theme is "BabyCakes", a baby fair with health education and an array of maternity vendors, including retail stores, photographers, scrapbooking, daycare providers, financial services, lactation consultants, and many others. Tickets are $6 for adults, children 12 and under eat free. Easton Area High School Cafeteria, William Penn Highway and 25th Street, Palmer Township.

Breakfast with the Easton Bunny: 9 a.m. to noon. Tickets for adults are $7, children 5 to 12 are $5, and kids 4 and under get in for free. Christ United Methodist Church, 400 West Berwick St. 610-258-4762

Rummage, Soup and Cookie Sale:  9 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Bag day!--$3 per bag. St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 305 Delaware Road, Riegelsville. 610-749-0830

Easton Farmers' Market Winter Mart: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. More than 35 vendors offering fresh, local and organic food and fine crafts. Runs every Saturday through April 26. At the former Weller Center, 325 Northampton St. 610-258-8500 or www.eastonfarmersmarket.com

Live DJs: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Used Grooves, 401 Northampton St. www.usedgrooves.com
 
"Spring Into Easton: A shopping and tasting crawl": Noon to 3 p.m. 18 Downtown Easton shops will pair up with 18 Easton eateries to serve up tasty samples and tempt visitors into more fully exploring what the city has to offer. Those that visit at least 10 locations can submit a stamped game card to be entered into a prize giveaway drawing. At various locations in Downtown Easton, with a concierge booth on Centre Square. Click here for more details.

Forks Township Easter Egg Hunt: 1 p.m. Egg hunt and baby parade, open to all children up to 10 years of age. Prizes will be awarded in each age group. Bring baskets or bags to collect the eggs and treats. A $2 donation is requested per child, to be used towards programs for needy children in the community. In case of rain, the event will be  held on Sunday, April 13. Sponsored by The Kiwanis Club of Forks Township and Forks Township Parks and Recreation. Forks Township Municipal Park, just off Zucksville Road, near the amphitheatre, Forks Township. 610-252-0785
 
Williams Township Easter Egg Hunt: 1 p.m., at the Williams Township Fire Company Station, 2500 Morgan Hill Road, Williams Township. For questions or more information, call 610-252-7648.

Tatamy Borough Easter Egg Hunt: 1 p.m. Open to all children up to sixth grade. Rain date is Sunday, April 13. At the ballfield in Braden Park, 164 Bushkill St., Tatamy. 610-252-7123

Click here for a complete list of Easter egg hunts in the Easton area.

 
"Music for the Market": 6 p.m. A benefit for the Easton Farmers' Market, nine groups will perform: Terri Fadem, School of Rock, Beautiful Distortion, Not for Coltrane with Shawn Cav, Stinking Badges, Roi and the Secret People, Displaced People with Dechellis, Hot 4 Robot and Exploratory Bite. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Food and drinks will be available  to purchase. VIP tickets, for $60 per person, are also available and include a cocktail hour with a local cheese plate and appetizers, a buffet with Weyerbacher beer or wine sampling, local desserts and munchies, and preferred seating. Bank Street Annex, 316 Northampton St. Purchase tickets at the Easton Farmers' Market Wintermart, 325 Northampton St., or click here to purchase them online.

Free Texas Hold'em: 7 & 9 p.m. Registration is 15 minutes prior to each game. La Pazza, 1251 Ferry St. 610-515-0888 or www.lapazza.com
 
The Innmates, DJ: Band at 7 p.m., DJ at 10 p.m. Rivals Sports Bar & Nightclub, 5 Lehns Court. 610-923-7625 or www.rivalseaston.com

Steve Brosky and Jimmy Meyer: 8 p.m. The Riegelsville Inn, 12 Delaware Road, Riegelsville. 610-749-0100 or www.riegelsvilleinn.com

TBA: 8:30 p.m. Two Rivers Brewing Company, 542 Northampton St. 610-829-1131 or www.tworiversbrewing.com
 
Truth 'n Soul: 9 p.m. The Widow's Tavern, 200 Main St., Stockertown. 610-365-8890 or www.widowstavern.com

Amos: 9 p.m. Riegelsville Tavern, 1274 Easton Road, Riegelsville. 610-510-3030 or www.riegelsvilletavern.com

DJ Elyse: 10 p.m. Porters' Pub, 700 Northampton St. 610-250-6561 or www.porterspubeaston.com

Alias: 10 p.m. Dub's on Fifth, 402 South Fifth St., West Easton. 610-438-3827 or www.dubson5th.com

Danza Palooza: 10 p.m. With DJ Mikenyce. Men are required to wear a blazer; ladies dress to impress. Mesa Modern Mexican, 42 South Third St. 610-829-2101 or mesamexican.com

Sunday, April 13

City of Easton Easter Egg Hunt: 10 a.m. For children ages 3 to 5 and 6 to 8, to be held rain or shine. Bring your camera as the Easter Bunny will make an appearance. Cottingham Stadium, 12th and Northampton streets. For questions, call 610-250-6711.
Click here for a complete list of Easter egg hunts in the Easton area.
 
Frank Belinc: 11 a.m. Two Rivers Brewing Company, 542 Northampton St. 610-829-1131 or www.tworiversbrewing.com

BD Lenz: 11 a.m. Sette Luna, 219 Ferry St. 610-253-8888 or www.setteluna.com
 
"Heart and Soil" Opening Reception: 3 p.m. Photographer Rick Smith’s decade long project of documenting local Northampton County farms and farm families. Sigal Museum, 342 Northampton St. 610-253-1222 or www.sigalmuseum.org or projectheartandsoil.com

Lenten Concert: 3 p.m.  The Easton Musical Arts Chorus will perform Lloyd Larsen's cantata "Wonderous Love" and other selections for Lent. St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 3900 Freemansburg Ave., Palmer Township. 610-252-2258 or www.standrewselca.org

Dueling Pianos: 6 to 9 p.m. Rivals Sports Bar & Nightclub, 5 Lehns Court. 610-923-7625 or www.rivalseaston.com

Open Mic and Karaoke: 7 to 11 p.m. Hosted by Party Animal and DJ Gary. Guitar, comedy, sing, and play. Riegelsville Tavern, 1274 Easton Road, Riegelsville. 610-510-3030 or www.riegelsvilletavern.com

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Baskets at the Ready? Egg Hunts Begin This Weekend

The reasons that spring and Easter are associated with a bunny and eggs are ancient, but the thrill  kids get with hunting for and finding the eggs that crazy hare lays, chocolate or otherwise, are timeless.

And, once again, various groups in the City of Easton and the surrounding municipalities will be hosting egg hunts in the days leading up to Easter Sunday. The festivities are free, unless otherwise noted.

Baskets at the ready? Get set, go!

In Forks Township:
Saturday, April 12 at 1 p.m. Egg hunt and baby parade, open to all children up to 10 years of age. Prizes will be awarded in each age group. Bring baskets or bags to collect the eggs and treats. Sponsored by The Kiwanis Club of Forks Township and Forks Township Parks and Recreation, a $2 donation is requested per child, to be used towards programs for needy children in the community. In case of rain, the event will be  held on Sunday, April 13. Forks Township Municipal Park, just off Zucksville Road, near the amphitheater. 610-252-0785

In Williams Township:
Saturday, April 12, at 1 p.m., at the Williams Township Fire Company Station, 2500 Morgan Hill Road, Williams Township. For questions or more information, call 610-252-7648.

In Tatamy:
Saturday, April 12, at 1 p.m. Open to all children up to sixth grade. Rain date is Sunday, April 13. At the ballfield in Braden Park, 164 Bushkill St. 610-252-7123

In the City of Easton:
Sunday, April 13, at 10 a.m. For children ages 3 to 5 and 6 to 8. Bring your camera as the Easter Bunny will make an appearance. To be held rain or shine. Cottingham Stadium, 12th and Northampton streets.610-250-6711.

In Palmer Township:
Friday, April 18, at 10 a.m. Best to arrive early, as the hunt begins promptly and the immense popularity of this event means traffic and parking can result in occasional delays. Prizes will be awarded by age group, plus a grand prize egg will be awarded as well. Free candy for participants will be distributed after the hunt too. Palmer Elementary School, 3050 Green Pond Road, Palmer Township. (In the event of rain, the hunt will be held indoors at the Chrin Community Center, 4100 Green Pond Road.) 610-253-7191

In Wilson Borough:
Friday, April 18, at 10 a.m. Mary Meuser Park, Northampton and 23rd streets, Wilson Borough. 610-258-6142

In the City of Easton:
Saturday, April 19, 10 a.m. Prizes will be awarded to children based on age groups: 1 to 4 years, 5 to 7 years, 8 to 10 years, and 10 years and over. Other activities are planned as well. Trinity Episcopal Church, 234 Spring Garden St. 610-253-0792 or www.trinityeaston.org

Saturday, April 19, 11 a.m. Bring a basket. Sponsored by the College Hill Neighborhood Association. In Nevin Park, Lafayette Street and Taylor Avenue.

Do you know of any other egg hunts open to the public in the Easton area that we've missed? Tell us in the comments or email us to have them added to the list!

Weekend Guide, March 29 to 31

Due to the holiday, this weekend is a bit light on scheduled events, but there are still some great things to enjoy in the city, including live music, not to mention, there are egg hunts happening in several locations for the kids...

Friday, March 29

 For most Christians, today is Good Friday.

Most schools have the day off, and some businesses, government offices, and public services are closed today. Best to call and check before you go, if you're not sure a destination is open.

All branches of the Easton Library are closed today.

Wilson Borough Egg Hunt: 10 a.m. Mary Meuser Park, Northampton and 23rd streets, Wilson Borough. 610-258-6142

Palmer Township Annual Easter Egg Hunt: 10 a.m. Best to arrive early, as the hunt begins promptly and the popularity of this event means traffic and parking can result in occasional delays. Palmer Elementary School, 3050 Green Pond Road, Palmer Township. (In the event of rain, the hunt will be held indoors at the Chrin Community Center, 4100 Green Pond Road.) 610-253-7191

Dance: 7 to 10 p.m. Rumba lesson with Con Gallagher from 7 to 8 p.m., dancing with music by DJ Carol Coffinger from 8 to 10 p.m. $10 per person. Benefits Third Street Alliance. 41 North Third St. 610-433-7804 or  www.thirdstreetalliance.org

Line Dancing: 7 to 10:30 p.m. No lesson this week. $5 per person for members, $6 for non-members. Tatamy Fire Company, 164 Bushkill St., Tatamy. 610-759-2786 or www.purecountrydancers.com

James Supra Blues Band, DJ Jeze Funk: Band at 7:30 p.m., DJ at 10:30 p.m.  Rivals Sports Bar & Nightclub, 5 Lehns Court. 610-923-7625 or www.rivalseaston.com

Dirk Quinn: 8 p.m. The Riegelsville Inn, 12 Delaware Road, Riegelsville. 610-749-0100 or www.riegelsvilleinn.com

Edison's Hot Mess: 9 p.m. Two Rivers Brewing Company, 542 Northampton St. 610-829-1131 or www.tworiversbrewing.com

Schubert & Binder: 9 p.m. Colonial Pizza & Spaghetti House, 136-138 Spring Garden St. 610-252-3033 or www.colonialpizzapub.com

Start Making Rent: 10 p.m. Porters' Pub, 700 Northampton St. 610-250-6561 or www.porterspubeaston.com

Wig Party: 10 p.m. Pearly Baker's Alehouse, 11 Centre Square. 610-253-9949 or www.pearlybakers.net

DJ Mikey Z: 10 p.m. Riegelsville Tavern, 1274 Easton Road, Riegelsville. 610-510-3030 or www.riegelsvilletavern.com

Saturday, March 30

Easton Farmers' Market Winter Mart: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fresh, local organic produce, all-natural pastured meat, farm-fresh eggs, artisan cheese and bread, baked goods, prepared foods, more. Nurture Nature Center, 518 Northampton St. 610-253-4432 or www.eastonfarmersmarket.com

Easter Party: 10 a.m. to  1:30 p.m. Egg hunt, coloring contest, two leg race, egg walk, bean bag toss, face painting, marshmallow chew contest, more. Hosted by the Future Stars Torch Club. Free for Boys & Girls Club members; $15 for non-members, includes a year long membership to the club. Boys & Girls Club of Easton, 210 Jones Houston Way. 610-253-5846

Easter Egg Hunt: 11 a.m. Nevin Park, between East Lafayette Street and Taylor Avenue. Free, bring a basket or other suitable container to put collected goodies in.

Kids Explore Easton: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Family tour begins on the third floor of the Nurture Nature Center and proceeds to Sigal Museum and MaGik Animation Studios on foot. Meet a historian, scientist, and an animator, special crafts and activities at each location. Free, but registration is requested. Nurture Nature Center, 518 Northampton St. 610-253-4432 or www.nurturenaturecenter.org

Toga Party, DJ Mike West: Band at 7:30 p.m., DJ at 10:30 p.m.  Rivals Sports Bar & Nightclub, 5 Lehns Court. 610-923-7625 or www.rivalseaston.com

Zaire: 8 p.m. The Riegelsville Inn, 12 Delaware Road, Riegelsville. 610-749-0100 or www.riegelsvilleinn.com

Ellyot Ray: 9 p.m.  Black & Blue, 683 Walnut St. 610-438-3604 or www.blackandblueeaston.com

Jordan White: 9 p.m. Two Rivers Brewing Company, 542 Northampton St. 610-829-1131 or www.tworiversbrewing.com

Steve Kelly & Mark Fahad: 10 p.m. Porters' Pub, 700 Northampton St. 610-250-6561 or www.porterspubeaston.com

The What Nows?! & The Queeftones: 10 p.m. Pearly Baker's Alehouse, 11 Centre Square. 610-253-9949 or www.pearlybakers.net

Easter Eve Hip Hop Music Party: 10 p.m. Riegelsville Tavern, 1274 Easton Road, Riegelsville. 610-510-3030 or www.riegelsvilletavern.com

Sunday, March 31

Happy Easter to all who celebrate the holiday!

Many businesses are closed today.

There is no LANTA bus or van service operating today.

Ever wonder about "The Origin of Easter, Bunnies and Eggs"? Click to read all about it!

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Weekend Guide, March 22 to 24

It's finally spring, even if it doesn't quite feel like it yet. Definitely a good weekend to dust off the Easter baskets and go out hunting for eggs, or just go out...

Friday, March 22

New Easton City Hall and Transportation Center Groundbreaking Ceremony: 2 p.m. The public is invited to attend. At the site of the planned new complex, 123 South Third St.

Lenten Fish Dinner: 4 to 7 p.m. Cod, french fries, mac and cheese, stewed tomatoes, dessert and more. Adults, $10; seniors, $9; children $5; children 4 and under are free. Carry out available. Knights of Columbus, 1922 Washington Blvd., Wilson Borough.

Line Dancing: 7 to 10:30 p.m. Lessons at 7:15 p.m. $5 per person for members, $6 for non-members. Tatamy Fire Company, 164 Bushkill St., Tatamy. 610-759-2786 or www.purecountrydancers.com

Nakked Soul, DJ Kevin Rogers: Band at 7:30 p.m., DJ at 10:30 p.m.  Rivals Sports Bar & Nightclub, 5 Lehns Court. 610-923-7625 or www.rivalseaston.com

Sal Ritz & Joe Mixon: 8 p.m. The Riegelsville Inn, 12 Delaware Road, Riegelsville. 610-749-0100 or www.riegelsvilleinn.com

Ojespa Jazz Project: 9 p.m. Two Rivers Brewing Company, 542 Northampton St. 610-829-1131 or www.tworiversbrewing.com

Naked Jake: 9 p.m. Colonial Pizza & Spaghetti House, 136-138 Spring Garden St. 610-252-3033 or www.colonialpizzapub.com

Mike Frank & Friends: 10 p.m. With special guest Ellyot Ray. Porters' Pub, 700 Northampton St. 610-250-6561 or www.porterspubeaston.com

DJ Discreet: 10 p.m. Pearly Baker's Alehouse, 11 Centre Square. 610-253-9949 or www.pearlybakers.net

DJ Mikey Z: 10 p.m. Riegelsville Tavern, 1274 Easton Road, Riegelsville. 610-510-3030 or www.riegelsvilletavern.com

Saturday, March 23

Easton Farmers' Market Winter Mart: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fresh, local organic produce, all-natural pastured meat, farm-fresh eggs, artisan cheese and bread, baked goods, prepared foods, more. Nurture Nature Center, 518 Northampton St. 610-253-4432 or www.eastonfarmersmarket.com

YWCA of Bethlehem's annual Prom Dress Day: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. High school junior and senior girls are invited to attend with valid school I.D. Each girl is allowed one additional female guest to shop among hundreds of dresses arranged by color. Children may not attend.  Admission iss $5. (Admission charge will  be refunded if nothing is selected.) State Theatre, 453 Northampton St. www.ywcabethlehem.org

EAHS IMA Spring Craft Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds benefits EAHS music programs. Easton Area High School, 2601 William Penn Highway, Palmer Township. 610-252-5208

"How to Dye Easter Eggs with Natural Ingredients": 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Marianne Phifer will give instruction on how eggs were dyed before commercial products became the norm. $5 fee, includes one adult and two children. Bachmann Publick House, 169 Northampton St. 610-253-1222 or www.sigalmusuem.org

Weyerbacher 2012 Riserva Release Event: 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Be one of the first to taste 2012 Riserva. All of Weyerbacher's available styles of beer will be set up at different tasting stations located throughout the brewery. Tours will be cancelled for the day, however, full-time staff and tour guides will be positioned throughout the brewery to answer any questions you may have about the equipment. See the new cellar, the whole bottling line and get up close to all of the equipment. Free, you must be 21 or over to sample beers. Weyerbacher Brewery, 905 Line St. 610-559-5561 or www.weyerbacher.com

Annual Williams Township Fire Company Easter Egg Hunt: 1 p.m. Rain or shine. Williams Township Fire Company, 2500 Morgan Hill Road, Williams Township. 610-252-7648.

Forks Township Egg Hunt and Baby Parade: 1 p.m. Open to all children up to 10 years of age. Toddlers up to age 2 are invited to enter the Baby Parade in strollers, wagons, etc. Prizes will be awarded in each age group. Bring baskets or bags to collect the eggs and treats. Springy the Bunny will also be available for photos with children--bring a  camera. A $2 donation is requested per child, to be used towards programs for needy children in the community. In case of rain, the event will be postponed and held on Sunday, March 24. Forks Township Municipal Park, just off Zucksville Road, near the amphitheatre. 610-252-0785 or www.forkstownship.org

Spaghetti Dinner: 4 to 7 p.m. All you can eat. Adults, $8; children 5 to 12, $4; children under 5, free. Prosperity Lodge #567, 520 Easton Road, Riegelsville.

Tommy Zito: 7 p.m. Bella Luna, 3417 Sullivan Trail, Forks Township. 610-253-7458

The Large Flowerheads, DJ LAX: Band at 7:30 p.m., DJ at 10:30 p.m.  Rivals Sports Bar & Nightclub, 5 Lehns Court. 610-923-7625 or www.rivalseaston.com

Dance: 8 to 11 p.m. Music by King Henry & The Showmen. $10 per person. Charles Chrin Community Center, 4100 Green Pond Road, Palmer Township. 610-252-2098

Kevin O'Connell: 8 p.m. The Riegelsville Inn, 12 Delaware Road, Riegelsville. 610-749-0100 or www.riegelsvilleinn.com

Earth Hour: 8:30 p.m. The City of Easton encourages everyone to participate, turn off power and go dark for one hour as part of the World Wildlife Fund's annual event to encourage environmental awareness.

Soft Focus: 9 p.m. Black & Blue, 683 Walnut St. 610-438-3604 or www.blackandblueeaston.com

Presti: 9 p.m. Two Rivers Brewing Company, 542 Northampton St. 610-829-1131 or www.tworiversbrewing.com

KJAMM: 9 p.m. Riegelsville Tavern, 1274 Easton Road, Riegelsville. 610-510-3030 or www.riegelsvilletavern.com

DJ Realion: 10 p.m. Porters' Pub, 700 Northampton St. 610-250-6561 or www.porterspubeaston.com

Hot Bologny: 10 p.m. Pearly Baker's Alehouse, 11 Centre Square. 610-253-9949 or www.pearlybakers.net

Sunday, March 24

Breakfast and Blood Drive: 8 a.m. to noon. All blood donors receive a free breakfast. All are welcome. Brown & Lynch American Legion Post 9, 2260 Corriere Road, Palmer Township. 610-559-8838
City of Easton Annual Easter Egg Hunt: 11:30 a.m. For children ages 4 to 7, there will be a special visitor for pictures, dancing, and a magic show, in addition to the traditional hunt. To be held rain or shine. Free. Cottingham Stadium, just off Northampton Street on North 11th Street. 610-250-6711

Artist Talk: 2 to 5 p.m. Insights from "You're Not Invited," the work of artists whose work contains taboo, controversial, and previously censored material. Exhibit on display through March 30. Quadrant Book Mart & Coffee House, 20 North Third St.  610-252-1188

Artist Talk: 2 p.m. Will Hubscher will discuss his exhibit, "A Journey Through Mongoland," which is on display through April 7. Connexions Gallery, 213 Northampton St. 610-250-7627

Lenten Concert: 3 p.m. Featuring the Easton Musical Arts Chorus. Tickets are $6. St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 3900 Freemansburg Ave., Palmer Township. 610-759-8638

Blues Jam with BC Combo: 5:30 p.m. Bella Luna, 3417 Sullivan Trail, Forks Township. 610-253-7458

Open Mic Hosted by Jim Stocker: 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Riegelsville Tavern, 1274 Easton Road, Riegelsville. 610-510-3030 or www.riegelsvilletavern.com

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In the City or the 'Burbs, There's an Egg Hunt for You

It's time once again for the favorite annual spring sport of both the very young (and their parents!), and the rewards are, as always, very sweet.

We are, of course, talking about the annual egg hunts hosted by each of the municipalities in the greater Easton area.

Read on to find out when your local hunt is scheduled and what's planned...

City of Easton:The City of Easton Recreation Bureau will host its Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, March 24 at 11:30 a.m. at Cottingham Stadium, just off Northampton Street on North 11th Street.  For children ages 4 to 7, there will be a special visitor for pictures, dancing, and a magic show, in addition to the traditional hunt. To be held rain or shine. For questions, call 610-250-6711.

Also, at Nevin Park in the city's College Hill neighborhood, an Easter egg hunt is set for Saturday, March 30 at 11 a.m. Bring a basket or another suitable containter to carry collected goodies.

Wilson Borough:The Wilson Borough Egg Hunt is set for Friday, March 29, 10 a.m., at Mary Meuser Park, Northampton and 23rd streets. For questions or more information, call the borough at 610-258-6142.

Forks Township:The Kiwanis Club of Forks Township and Forks Township Parks and Recreation will hold an Egg Hunt and Baby Parade on Saturday, March 23, 2013 at 1 p.m. at the Forks Township Municipal Park, just off Zucksville Road, near the amphitheatre. The event is open to all children up to 10 years of age. Toddlers up to age 2 are invited to enter the Baby Parade in strollers, wagons, etc. Prizes will be awarded in each age group. Bring baskets or bags to collect the eggs and treats. Springy the Bunny will also be available for photos with children--bring your camera. A $2 donation is requested per child, to be used towards programs for needy children in the community. In case of rain, the event will be postponed and held on Sunday, March 24. The event is sponsored by National Penn Bank and Merchants Bank. For more information, call 610-252-0785 or visit www.forkstownship.org

Palmer Township:One of the premier township events, the Palmer Township Annual Easter Egg Hunt is set to take place on Friday, March 29, at 10 a.m. sharp for all age groups, at Palmer Elementary School, 3050 Green Pond Road, in the township. In the event of rain, the hunt will be held indoors at the Chrin Community Center, 4100 Green Pond Road. Best to arrive early, as the hunt begins promptly and the popularity of this event means traffic and parking can result in occasional delays. For questions or more information, call 610-253-7191.

Williams Township:The Annual William Township Fire Company Easter Egg Hunt will take place on Saturday, March 23, at 1 p.m., rain or shine at the station, 2500 Morgan Hill Road, Williams Township. For questions or more information, call 610-252-7648.

Updated at 2:35 p.m. to add the time of Wilson Borough's egg hunt, and again on Thursday, March 28 at 12:59 a.m. to add the hunt in Nevin Park.