Pinckneyville Optimist Easter Egg Hunt is at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 20

The Pinckneyville Optimist Club will again sponsor the annual Easter egg hunt for youngsters, ages 2 through 8 at the Pinckneyville Fairgrounds near the Grandstand. Parents and participants are reminded that the hunt will take place starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 19. Eager hunters will be searching for candy eggs, plastic eggs with candy and with money, and other surprises.

Bicycles will also be given away to lucky youngsters for each age group. The hunting areas will be separated into three sections: one for ages 2 -- 3, one for ages 4 -- 5, and one for ages 6 - 8. 8.

This year the Easter Bunny is expected to be present and available for pictures with the kids. Participants are encouraged to arrive early as the hunt will start exactly at 10 a.m.