 The egg-cellent Easter events happening near you
Family Fun Day at California Country Park
Head to Jackson's Café and be part of the Easter celebrations on Friday (3 April).
There will be live music, stalls, a craft table and barbecue from 10am to 4pm.
Easter Fun Day at Woodley Town Centre
Join in this free event from 11am to 2pm on Saturday (4 April). You will be able to meet the Easter Bunny, take part in a trail and a colouring competition.
Easter Fair at Cantley Park
Enjoy your Easter Monday (6 April) with a fun day out for the family at Cantley Park from 11am to 4pm.
You can meet the Easter Bunny and take part in a trail, get your face painted and enjoy rides and inflatables. There will also be classic cars, craft and gift stalls, and more. Entry and parking are both free.
Easter Bike Bonanza
There'll be plenty of family cycling fun when our My Journey Wokingham team host their annual Easter Bike Bonanza on Thursday 9 April.
The event takes place from 11am to 2pm on the track behind FBC Centre, off Gorse Ride North, in Finchampstead.
Easter Egg Hunt at Dinton Activity Centre
Join us for a fun-filled adventure as you search for hidden eggs along a 2km trail. Keep an eye out for clues that will lead you to the ultimate prize of a delicious chocolate treat.
The trail costs £2.50 per child and runs until Sunday 12 April. Collect your map from reception. You can pay on the day or book in advance.
Children's Fun Fair at Dinton Pastures Country Park
The Fun Fair run by J&B Events will be around until Sunday 12 April. It's open daily from 11am to 7pm and located on the field behind The Coffee House.
Charges apply for rides and there's a fee entry with lots of free activities for the kids.
Easter Egg Hunt at Shinfield Tennis Club
The tennis club will be combining its open day with a fun Easter egg hunt on Friday (3 April) from 10.30am.
Throughout the day, there will be free tennis sessions, a raffle and face painting. Money raised will be donated to Parkinson's UK.
 Craft village perfect spot for Easter weekend
Holme Grange Craft Village is home to more than 20 local, independent businesses.
The site in Wokingham is full of independent traders and artisan crafters, working in a collection of converted barns, as well as a range of outside seating and lots to keep the whole family entertained.
You can stop in over the long Easter weekend to use the shops, historic café, salons or book onto classes and workshops for the months ahead. Please check the individual businesses for opening hours.
There are also events running throughout the year. Watch this video to find out more about the traders there.
The site can currently be easily accessed from the south on Heathlands Road, via Nine Mile Ride or Honey Hill, and has free parking. Follow Holme Grange on Facebook or Instagram to keep up with what’s happening there.
 Step out for good causes as walk celebrates 10 years
The Wokingham Walk is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year and everyone is invited to take part.
All routes start and finish at Elms Field in Wokingham, with this year's event being held on Sunday 19 April.
You can choose to follow a five, ten or 15-mile route through the countryside and around the town.
Organised by Wokingham Lions, there will be rolling start times from 9am until 10.30am.
The walk costs £15 for adults, £5 for those aged 12 to 17 and anyone under 12 can take part for free.
You can simply walk for fun or get sponsored and start a fundraising page for a cause close to your heart. All proceeds from the Wokingham Walk will be used to support local charitable causes.
 New festival celebrates community and togetherness
Wokingham Mela is a brand-new two-day festival, which celebrates community culture and creativity.
Join in the fun at Elms Field in Wokingham across the weekend of 25 and 26 April from 11.30am to 6.30pm.
The event will feature live music and performances, global food stalls, wellness and community spaces, and local artisans.
It will also feature Wokingham's Got Talent and a choir competition. Entry is free.
 Author and life coach on how to thrive in motherhood
Join Rebecca Hogan at Wokingham Library for the launch of her book Me to We.
The author and life coach will be at the library on Friday 24 April from 10.30am to 12noon.
The book aims to help mothers harness the power of self-compassion and self-confidence.
This is a free event, but booking is required as places are limited. Signed copies of the book will be available on the day.
 Meet Bluey and enjoy inflatables at Spring Fair
Get ready for a day packed with fun activities for the whole family with the Spring Fair at Dinton Pastures Country Park in Hurst.
Organised by JL Events, entry is free and children can enjoy inflatables and rides, face painting and lots more.
Join in the fun from 11am to 4pm on Sunday 26 April. There will also be meet and greets with Bluey, sand art, Spring themed crafts and games with prizes every time.
 Helping to keep carers active and connected
Caring often happens quietly. You might keep an eye on a parent, help a partner manage their health or support a child who needs a little more from you.
And it can make looking after yourself more difficult, but there’s advice and support as part of Carers UK’s Carers Active Day.
Alongside our partners, there are a series of events around Wokingham Borough on 15 April as part of Carers Active Day. These include:
These events offer carers a chance to take time for themselves and connect with others. We also help them stay active year-round, through our discounted leisure centre memberships in partnership with Places Leisure.
Other support options for carers
 Charity hosts pop-up shop at town hall
Visit the Smart Works pop-up shop at Wokingham Town Hall on Friday 24 April.
The charity helps women to secure employment by providing free, high-quality interview clothing and one-to-one interview coaching.
You will be able to shop for brand-new items donated by retailers, as well as high-quality pre-loved items, making this the perfect chance to grab a bargain while supporting a good cause.
Early bird entry (£8) is from 6pm and includes a glass of fizz, with regular entry (£5) from 7pm and the event finishes at 8pm. Get your tickets online in advance.
The pop-up shop will then be open to the public on Saturday 25 April from 10am to 3pm, with free entry and no ticket needed.
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