🐰 Spring Weekend Plans: Easter Fun, Family Nights & Local Bites

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Happy Friday!

We hope those of you on spring break have had a great week so far and are ready to tackle the remaining weeks of the school year. And for those who celebrate, we hope you enjoy your Easter weekend! Read on for information about Easter festivities for kids of all ages.

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TO DO

Family Nights at Bolts and Brews

Tucked right off Trolley Road and connected to Ace Hardware, Bolts & Brews in Summerville might not look like your typical hangout spot—but once you’re there, it feels like a hidden gem. We spent an evening there as a family and absolutely loved it. We grabbed dinner from the food truck, enjoyed live music under the open sky, and soaked up the peaceful, plant-filled vibe. As a plant lover, I was in heaven. There are even yard games for the kids, which makes it such a relaxing and fun spot for families.

More than just taproom, Bolts & Brews is all about bringing the community together. They host regular, family-friendly events that make it easy to enjoy a casual night out—whether you're there for a craft brew, a slushie, or just good company.

Here’s what’s coming up this spring:

🎉 Bingo Nights – Every 2nd & 4th Thursday | 6:00–7:00 PM
Free to play and fun for all ages! Kids can win slushies, snacks, gift cards, and more, while adults can score beer, wine, and merch.

🐣 Hoppy Easter – Saturday, April 19 | 3:00 PM
Join in on a festive egg hunt and get a photo with the Easter Bunny! A perfect spring afternoon for the whole family.

🐾 Barks & Bubbles – Saturday, April 26 | 3:00 PM
Bring your pup to chase bubbles or just soak up some good vibes and bubble therapy yourself.

🍖 BBQ & Brews with Twyman's Red Oak Barbecue

• Sunday, April 27 | 1:00–4:00 PM

• Also happening on Sunday, May 4 & 18

🇺🇸 Memorial Day Blues, Brews, and BBQ – Saturday, May 24 | 2:00–5:00 PM
Live blues music, amazing barbecue, and chilled drinks to kick off the long weekend.

Whether you're into plants, pints, or playful evenings with your family, Bolts & Brews is a little slice of Summerville magic you’ll want to visit again and again. Follow them on Facebook to keep updated on their upcoming events.

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June Blooms

If you're anything like me, there's just something special about having fresh blooms in the home—it makes any space feel warmer, brighter, and more joyful. And when it comes to gifting, flowers are one of my favorite ways to show love. That’s why I adore June Blooms—a locally rooted, home-based floral business that brings handcrafted, seasonal arrangements right to your door while supporting a local mom’s beautiful dream.

Founded by Rosalie, a Summerville mom of three, June Blooms grew out of a love for family, nature, and creating everyday beauty. After years as a stay-at-home mom, she turned her passion for flowers into a small business, offering floral deliveries and event arrangements designed with care and creativity. Knowing that every bouquet is made with such attention to detail—and that you’re supporting someone in your own community—makes it even more meaningful.

Serving Summerville and Charleston, June Blooms sources flowers from local wholesalers and, soon, will be incorporating blooms from her own backyard garden. Whether you're celebrating something big or simply adding a little joy to your day, June Blooms brings beauty, heart, and local love to every arrangement.

Check out her site for options and her Instagram to see fun updates from the shop and the blooms she’s putting together!

LOCAL EVENT

Easter Egg-stravaganzas & More

Looking for fun ways to celebrate Easter with your family (or teens!) this year? Here are three local events that promise candy, crafts, and lots of community fun—whether you're looking for farm animals, glowing egg hunts, or good old-fashioned games.

🐰 Easter Fun at West Farm

📍 West Farm, 1542 Cooper Store Road, Moncks Corner
📅 Saturday, April 19 | 10am-4pm

Your favorite place for corn mazes and fall fun is ready to celebrate their first Easter event! Get ready for a day full of springtime fun at West Farm. Snuggle baby bunnies, cuddle goats, and meet pigs, cows, ponies, and more. Enjoy unlimited Moo-Moo barrel train rides, a never-ending egg hunt, and festive photo ops with the Easter Bunny. There will also be face painting & glitter tattoos ($), food, a playground, and pony rides from Hullette Farm ($).

🎟️ Tickets are limited – grab yours at westfarmcornmaze.com

🥚 EGGVENTURE: A Community Egg Hunt

📍 McKissick Field, Summerville, SC
📅 Saturday, April 19 | 10am-12pm
Perfect for kids ages 2–10, EGGVENTURE is packed with egg hunts, crafts, games, food, and prizes—all completely free! Bring your basket, a few friends, and get ready for a fun, relaxed morning that’s all about community and connection. Side note: We attended this last year and it’s less of an egg hunt and more of an egg collection. It’s fun and great for younger kiddos who don’t need a difficult hunt!

✨ Teen Glow-in-the-Dark Egg Hunt

📍 Central Creek Park, Goose Creek
📅 Friday, April 18 | 7pm-9pm
This one’s just for the teens (ages 13–17)! Bring your flashlight and get ready to search for glowing eggs hidden throughout the park. There will be food trucks, crafts, yard games, music, and plenty of glowing fun—all free to attend.

 🔦 Don’t forget your flashlight!
📩 Questions? Email: [email protected]

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Shawerma House

If you're craving bold, flavorful Mediterranean cuisine in Summerville, look no further than Shawerma House food truck. We had the pleasure of trying them at a recent Third Thursday event, and their food definitely left a mark! I ordered the gyro platter—beef and lamb gyro slices served over seasoned rice with fresh veggies and a generous drizzle of tzatziki. It was packed with flavor and absolutely delicious. My son devoured the hot dog pastries, a fun and kid-friendly option that was perfect for his palate.​

Their truck is located daily at 416 Old Trolley Rd, Summerville, SC 29485, Shawarma House from 11am-10pm, so you can swing by for lunch, dinner, or anything in between.

🍽️ Menu Highlights:

• Wraps — lamb gyros, beef kabobs, chicken shawarma, falafel & more

• Plates — as wraps or over rice with a side and sauce, options like lamb, gyro, chicken, falafel & more

• Group meals — enough meat, sides, sauces, and pita for a group

• Pastries — Soft dough filled with meat, cheese, hotdogs, or pizza

• Kids Meals – Choose a half portion of a wrap or rice plate with a drink for only $6.99.

• Baklava — A crowd favorite dessert for $3.99!

Whether you're stopping in for a quick bite or grabbing takeout for the whole family, Shawerma House serves up fresh, satisfying, and comforting Mediterranean eats every day of the week. Visit the website to check out the full menu or order online.

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Creative Easter Ideas

If your family celebrates Easter, chances are your little ones are about to bring home a lot of candy and goodies this weekend. At our house, we’re definitely not anti-sweets—we love a good chocolate bunny as much as anyone—but we also know our kid probably doesn’t need to eat all 100 pieces of candy he’s likely to collect from various egg hunts. 😅

If you're feeling the same way, here are a few creative, low-sugar (and low-clutter) ideas to keep the fun going without going overboard:

🍬 1. Swap Candy for Egg Tokens
If you're hosting an at-home egg hunt, try filling eggs with "egg tokens" instead of candy. It keeps things exciting without adding extra toys or sugar—and makes for great memory-making, too. These can be little slips of paper your child can “cash in” for fun experiences like:

• A family game night

• Picking the dinner menu

• A park or zoo day

• Breakfast in bed

• Staying up 15 minutes past bedtime

🎁 2. Donate the Candy (and Make It Fun!)
If your child comes home with more candy than they can—or should—eat, consider setting up a candy donation box. You can tie a reward to it (like 1 minute of screen time per piece donated, or trading in candy for a small toy or experience), or just talk about how sweet it is (pun intended) to share with others. There are often community groups or organizations that accept candy donations, especially for care packages or local shelters.

🎨 3. Non-Candy Egg Fillers That Still Feel Special
If you still want to fill eggs with something tangible, here are a few ideas that won’t clutter your house or rot their teeth:

• Stickers

• Temporary tattoos

• Coins for a piggy bank

• Puzzle pieces (collect all to complete a small puzzle)

• Beads or craft supplies

• A scavenger hunt clue leading to a small surprise

🌸 4. Focus on Activities, Not Just the Eggs
Easter doesn’t have to be all about what’s inside the eggs. Add in a bunny hop race, egg-on-a-spoon relay, or a family picnic in the backyard. These little things often become the parts they remember most.

At the end of the day, Easter should be about joy, celebration, and time together—not managing sugar highs and cluttered playrooms. A little intention can go a long way in making the day feel special and manageable.

Love,

The Berks 👨‍👩‍👦‍👦