In brief

Newport Dunes will host an Easter weekend celebration, starting Friday

with an egg hunt and luncheon for children from Canyon Acres Children’s

Services.

The group of 40 children and their families are invited to participate in

finding 3,000 colorful eggs, followed by a luncheon at the Bayview Room.

The day will also include decorating bonnets, baskets and eggs. Once the

decorations are all in place, the Easter Bunny will hop across the sandy

shores of the bay and join the children.

On Saturday morning, the Dunes will host another egg hunt for local

children 11 and younger. There will be more than 1,000 eggs hidden on the

shore. Youngsters are encouraged to bring their own baskets, although

some will be available for purchase.

Following the hunt, a pancake breakfast will be served at the Bayview

Room. There will also be a number of Easter-themed games for the children

afterward.

The events will wrap up Sunday with a bike parade and brunch.

For more information or to make reservations, call (949) 729-DUNE.