Grace Sousa is looking for eggs during Easter Hut. Photo by Adam Bell.
Grace Sousa looking for eggs during the Easter Egg Hunt. Photo by Adam Bell.

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VFW Post 9242 held its annual Easter Egg Hunt for special needs children on April. 4 at the Veterans Memorial Park.

The earlier hunt started at 11 a.m. and included special needs children aged 2-10 years old, while a second hunt at noon for other children.

Participant Grace Sousa said she heard about the event from her mom Marissa Sousa and wanted to hunt for for eggs.

“My favorite part is (hunting for the eggs),” Grace said. “We are gathering together and making friends.”

  • Gilbrt Garcia is giving a hi-fi to Emilio Garcia. Photo by Adam Bell.
    Gilbrt Garcia giving a high-five to Emilio Garcia during the Easter Egg Hunt. Photo by Adam Bell.
  • Rabbit is having a good time during the Easter hunt with VFW. Photo by Adam Bell.
    Easter Bunny cheers on the kids. Photo by Adam Bell.
  • The kids are having a great with the Rabbit. Photo by Adam Bell.
    Kids hanging out with the Easter Bunny. Photo by Adam Bell.
  • The kids are getting line up for Easter hut. Photo by Adam Bell.
    Getting ready for the hunt. Photo by Adam Bell.
  • The kids are having great time doing the Easter Hut. Photo by Adam Bell.
    The hunt is on! Photo by Adam Bell.

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