Egg hunt scheduled by Hanover Parks and Recreation

Hanover County Parks and Recreation will hold its annual Easter Egg Hunts on March 28. The first hunt will be at Pole Green Park beginning at 10 a.m., followed by the second hunt at Poor Farm Park at 1 p.m. New this year is an Easter Egg Hunt at Montpelier Park, set for 3 p.m.

Children up to 8 years old are invited to hunt for candy eggs by age group. Those who find the lucky eggs will receive a prize. The event also will feature a temporary tattoo booth, arts and crafts, and the Easter Bunny's meet-and-greet area. The free Easter Egg Hunts will be held rain or shine.

Pole Green Park is off Pole Green Road at 8996 Pole Green Park Lane in Mechanicsville. Poor Farm Park is off state Route 54 at 13400 Liberty School Road in Ashland. Montpelier Park is at 17205 Mountain Road in Montpelier.

For more information, call Hanover County Parks and Recreation at (804) 779-7948 or (804) 365-4695, or visit http://www.co.hanover.va.us or e-mail .