Aurora Downtown hosts Egg Hunt on the Island April 13

Aurora Downtown will host the third annual "Egg Hunt on the Island" from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 13. The free, all-ages egg and fun hunt invites families to explore downtown Aurora.

Similar to a First Fridays event, there are several participating venues, each offering a special opportunity to enjoy. The event is held rain or shine.

"This year, we are changing up the popular event to include more downtown businesses. We want families to see and enjoy all that downtown Aurora has to offer," said Marissa Amoni, manager of Aurora Downtown, a nonprofit of downtown business and property owners.

There are 16 participating venues and attendees are encouraged to start at the Gina and Richard Santori Public Library of Aurora where they can pick up an Egg Hunt bag to decorate, and grab a map that will lead them to fun and goodies throughout downtown Aurora.

Visit participating businesses and museums, ride the trolley, make crafts, and take part in egg and scavenger hunts. Attendees who visit five or more venues and get their map punched can then stop at 1 E. Benton St. for a prize.

Participating "Egg Hunt on the Island" venues include:

• Gina and Richard Santori Public Library of Aurora, 101 S. River St., hosts an Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt in the Children's Department. Search for large paper eggs, then turn in the completed quiz for a prize.

• SciTech Hands-on Museum, 18 W. Benton St., is open with a free Scavenger Hunt. The museum also offers limited paid admission during the Egg Hunt.

• Aurora Arts Initiative, 61 S. Stolp Ave., offers free eggs for kids and art for sale.

• Zen Loft Wellness Center, 6 W. Downer Place upstairs, hosts free Mini Kids Yoga Flow and offers $1 per minute chair massages for parents.

• All Spoked Up Aurora, 14 W. Downer Place Ste 12, is open with coloring activities.

• Wyckwood House, 14 W. Downer Place Ste 16, hosts a free kids craft & Bozo Bucket games plus discounts and specials for parents.

• Waubonsee Community College Aurora Downtown Campus Library, 18 S. River St., is open with coloring pages and cookies. Once colored, they will post the pages in the windows for everyone to see.

• Aurora Historical Society at David L. Pierce Art and History Center, 20 E. Downer Place, is open with a treasure hunt in the exhibit.

• G.A.R. Memorial Museum, 23 E. Downer Place, is open with candy for children to add to their Egg Hunt bag.

• Collier Community Center, 36 S. Stolp Ave., hosts activities including coloring boiled eggs as long as supplies last.

• Balderas Beauty Salon, 25 N. Broadway, hosts a pin the fluff on the bunny game.

• Aurora Regional Fire Museum, 53 N. Broadway, is open with sweet treats and an outdoor Egg Hunt at 2 p.m. for ages 4 to 10. The museum offers discounted admission during the Egg Hunt.

• Two Brothers Roundhouse, 205 N. Broadway, is open with coloring pages in the cafe.

• La Quinta de los Reyes, 36 E. New York St., hosts the Easter Bunny. Bring your camera.

• Endiro Coffee, 29 W. New York St., is open with a coloring contest and the "Endiro Bunny." Special drinks and treats will also be available.

• Ballydoyle Pub, 28 W. New York St., is open with an Egg Hunt. Look for the golden egg; it's lucky. See venue for details.

For more information, visit www.auroradowntown.org.