By Darrel Wheeler, Contributing Writer
Prince Hall Fidelity Lodge #10, The Order of the Eastern Star PHRA Ruth Chapter #11, San Diego Consistory # 91, F&AM District #11, and Azeem Temple #102 combined their energies and generosity last Saturday, April 12th, to host their 18th Annual Egg-Stra Special Affair at JRYMCA at 151 YMCA Way.
The special event was more than a hot pursuit of eggs, the fun event also featured music, arts & crafts, games, dancing, a variety of contests, prizes, and much more. The big mad dash for the multi-colored plastic eggs was filled with treats, and some even contained money.
Extra activities included face painting by Kim Phillips-Pea, Art Director Southeast Art Team, the Monster Truck jumper from Cali Venture Party Rentals, Miss Black California Roushaun Johnson, Our Kings, cakewalk, peep kabobs, bubble table, marshmallow coloring, corn hole, jumbo connect 4, jumbo jenga, sack races, Hola hoop contest, and craft stations.
“This is what Free Masons do, we are here to provide an enjoyable experience for the children of the community. This is fun. It’s a joy to watch the kids have a good time,” said Past Master Dearcy Long.
“We’ve been doing this for 18 years, and as long as there’s a gleam in my eye and a pep in my step, we are trying to do 18 more,” he added.
With the collaboration of the Jackie Robinson YMCA, the 18th Annual Egg-Stra Special Affair provided a fun-filled “Egg-citing” Saturday for the families in attendance.
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