Blossom Into Spring!


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Kids' Night Out
(Ages 6-12) On Friday, March 10 and April 14, drop your kids off for a night of fun at the Community Center! From 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. they'll play games, socialize, and participate in various activities including crafts while parents enjoy a night out! The fee is $12 for members, $15 for residents and $20 for non-residents. Register online at www.marylandheights.com/webtrac or at the Welcome Desk. 


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Lucky Leprechaun Hunt
(Ages 2-8) A rainbow appeared and dropped gold coins everywhere! The Maryland Heights Leprechauns need your help finding them all! Join us on Saturday, March 11 at 11:00 a.m. at the Community Center and help us find special coins and win prizes! The fee is $8 for members, $9 for residents, and $12 for non-residents. Register online at www.marylandheights.com/webtrac or at the Welcome Desk. 


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St. Pat's Lunch
(Ages 62+) Join us on Sunday, March 12 at 12:00 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. at the Community Center for our annual St. Pat's lunch. This event is sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission, the Mayor and City Council. Maryland Heights residents who are 62 years of age or older by March 12 can reserve a spot for this traditional corned beef and cabbage meal. Dessert and door prizes are included! This event is for Maryland Heights residents only. Reservations will be taken beginning February 1 at 8:30 a.m. through Friday, March 3. Two seating times are available: 12:00 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. Stop by the Community Center Welcome Desk or call (314) 738-2599 to make a reservation. Space is limited. This event is free to attend!


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Mom Prom
(Ages 21+) Moms, gather your girlfriends because this night is for you! Come dance the night away at Mom Prom on Saturday, March 25 from 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. at the Community Center. Dust off your wedding gowns, bridesmaid's dresses or even old prom dresses and join us for this fun-filled night. A DJ will provide tunes for the evening and there will be contests for "Tackiest Dress," "Best Hair" and even a game to crown the new "Queen!" Don't miss out on what promises to be an unforgettable night. Beer, wine, soda, and snacks will be provided. We will also be collecting donations for the Maria's Backpacks School Supply Drive. Tickets can be purchased at the Welcome Desk and are $30 per person. 


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Underwater Egg Hunt
(Ages 6-12) Grab your swimsuit and towels and join us for an underwater glow in the dark egg hunt! This event will take place on Friday, March 31 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at he Indoor Aquatic Center. The hunt will start at 6:00 p.m. Children will have the opportunity to win awesome prizes such as gift cards, swim passes, Easter baskets and so much more! Once the hunt is over, spend the rest of the time swimming until 7:30 p.m. If you purchase tickets before March 17, they are $10. After that day, they are $12 per person. Register online at www.marylandheights.com/webtrac or at the Welcome Desk. 


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Adult Egg Hunt
(Ages 21+) Who said egg hunts are just for kids? Channel your inner child and hunt for eggs in the dark on Friday, March 31 at Vago Park. This years event will take place throughout the ENTIRE park. Check-in at the Kiwanis Pavilion at the front of Vago. Don't forget to bring your flashlight and a container to collect your eggs! Outside food and drinks are welcome, no glass containers please. Tickets are now on sale at the Welcome Desk! You must purchase a ticket in advance as there will be no day of purchases. Check-in begins at 7:30 p.m. and the hunt will begin at dusk (roughly around 8:00 p.m.) If you purchase a ticket before March 17, the fee is $12. After that date, the fee is $15. 


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Youth Egg Hunt
(Ages 10 and under) Hop around the back of Vago Park and collect eggs at this annual tradition! On Saturday, April 8, there will be two different time slots for the egg hunt. For the morning hunt, all participants must be checked in by 9:30 a.m. and the hunt will begin at 10:00 a.m. In the afternoon, check-in ends at 12:30 p.m. and the hunt begins at 1:00 p.m. Kids will be grouped by age and have a chance to win prizes. The Easter Bunny will be available for photos so bring your camera! Tickets are limited and each child must have a ticket to participate. Tickets are on sale at the Welcome Desk. Tickets will not be available for purchase on the day of the event. The fee for this event is $5 per child.


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Volunteer Service Day
(Ages 8+) Make a difference in our community by assisting elderly and disabled residents with yard work. Volunteer Service Day takes place on Saturday, April 22 from 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Tasks primarily include raking/bagging leaves and may include some weeding or minor shrub trimming. Leaf bags will be provided. Volunteers are encouraged to bring a rake and work gloves and must provide their own transportation. 
This is a great opportunity for Scout Troops, civic organizations, church groups, those needing service hours, or those just wanting to help! Applications for those eligible for assistance are on our website at www.marylandheights.com/volunteer or at the Welcome Desk. To sign up as an individual, family or group, go to www.marylandheights.com/volunteer


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Murder Mystery Dinner
(Ages 21+) Welcome to the first annual Maybury garden party thrown by Aunt Dee to raise money to buy fertilizer. Unfortunately, someone has tried to sabotage the garden spot! Earnest D. Sass shows up to cause trouble and someone stops him "cold." Who could it be? Expect lots of mayhem at this murder mystery dinner. Participate a lot, a little, or sit back and enjoy the show! This event takes place on Friday, April 28 from 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. at the Community Center. The buffet dinner (subject to change) will include chaminade chicken, mashed potatoes, glazed carrots, Italian salad, and peach cobbler. Register online at www.marylandheights.com/webtrac or at the Welcome Desk. The fee for this event is $55 per person.