5 ways to have fun with your family in Utah County this week
BYU's Mercedes O'Conner beats the throw to UVU's Brittney Vansway at second base in the first game of a doubleheader hosted by BYU at Gail Miller Field in Provo on Tuesday. The Cougars are back in action on Tuesday for the Crosstown Clash against Utah Valley University, and on Wednesday against Washington.
Everett Stevenson, 2, of Lehi, puts an egg into his basket as he along with other children and their parents scramble to gather eggs during an Easter egg hunt in 2017 at the Lehi Sports Park. Community Easter egg hunts abound this weekend.
The Owlz' mascot Hootz slows his gait for a portrait from a fan during the Owlz home opener against the Ogden Raptors in Orem in 2014. This year's Pre-Season Party is scheduled for Saturday.
Utah County is a great place for family fun, with events across the valley for all ages.
Here are five fun events that are perfect for the whole family this week:
Catch the Crosstown Clash
Brigham Young University’s Cougar softball team will face off once again against Utah Valley University’s Wolverines in the Crosstown Clash, set for Tuesday at Gail Miller Field in Provo. Tickets start at $6, with other home games this week including Wednesday against Washington.
When: 6 p.m. Tuesday for the Crosstown Clash, 6 p.m. Wednesday against Washington
Where: Gail Miller Field in Miller Park on the BYU campus, E. 1650 North and Campus Drive in Provo
Go to the Kids Club
Each month, Provo Towne Centre Mall sponsors kid-centric events, with the next set for Wednesday at noon. The April Kids Club is free to the public, though supplies are limited, so being on time is recommended. This month, participants will be making a rainbow collage.
When: Wednesday at noon
Where: The upper level of the Provo Towne Centre Mall, near the food court, 1200 Towne Centre Blvd. in Provo
Hunt Easter eggs
With Easter coming up on Sunday, there are plenty of ways to get out in the community to celebrate with a variety of local Easter egg hunts and spring events. Cities hosting hunts include Cedar Hills, Mapleton, Lehi, Highland, Santaquin, Spanish Fork, Payson, Orem, Salem, Lindon and Vineyard with venues including Thanksgiving Point, Hee Haw Farms and Provo Towne Centre Mall. Get details on each city or venue’s website or by visiting heraldextra.com/online.
When: Friday and Saturday
Where: Parks and venues across Utah County
Party with the Orem Owlz
This Saturday, you can head to University Place for a Pre-Season Party with the Orem Owlz baseball team. The event will include a free hot dog for a picnic in the park for the first 200 guests, as well as Kona Ice, giant yard games and live entertainment by The Fab Folk.
The Orem Owlz’ Hootz and Holly will be available for photo ops, with face painting, inflatables and more.
When: 11:30 a.m. on Saturday
Where: The Orchard at University Place, 575 E. University Parkway in Orem
Enjoy an Easter concert
This Easter Sunday also happens to fall on the same date as the Springville Museum of Art’s Sunday Concert Series, which includes an evening of music in the museum’s Grand Gallery.
As a part of the event, the museum will be open from 3-6 p.m. Sunday, providing the community a chance to appreciate the arts locally.
When: 4:30-5:30 p.m. on Sunday for the concert
Where: Springville Museum of Art’s Grand Gallery, 126 E. 400 South in Springville
