31 March 2006

Governor to celebrate Easter with Governor’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Once again, the eggs have been filled and are awaiting children between the ages of one and nine. Governor Kathleen Sebelius and Judge Gary Sebelius invite Kansas kids to participate in the Governor’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt.

“The Annual Easter Egg Hunt is a fun opportunity for families and children of all ages to participate in a great Kansas tradition. I encourage parents and grandparents to bring the kids and spend some time looking for eggs with Gary, the bunny and me,” Governor Sebelius said.

The annual event will take place on Saturday, April 8th at 11:00 a.m. It will be on the Cedar Crest Lawn in Topeka.

In the event of rain, candy will be distributed downtown at 11:00 a.m. in the driveway between the Curtis Building and Curtis Parking Garage. The entrance is located on Kansas Avenue between 10th Street and 11th Street.

Free shuttle service will begin at 9:00 a.m. at 12th Street and Wanamaker at Room Makers. The free shuttle bus will be provided between the Room Makers parking lot and Cedar Crest beginning at 9:00 a.m., and the last bus to Cedar Crest will depart at 10:40 a.m.

Kaw Valley State Bank and Trust sponsors the Easter Egg Hunt. In addition, Hobby Lobby, Candyopolis, and Durham Bus Company, among others, have assisted in making this a success. Volunteers for the event will include individuals from the Kansas National Guard, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and various sororities.

Since 1965, the hunt has become a tradition after being first hosted by Governor and Mrs. Bill Avery.