Peter Cottontail isn’t too far away. In fact, he is making pit stops all throughout Butler this weekend!

Several organizations will be hosting Easter egg hunts in his honor, and I was wondering if anyone attending them could help me out …

You see, I am too old to attend any hunts this year (but, I have “eggcellent” egg-finding strategies if any younger readers need pointers). This prevents me from asking a question that has plagued me for years. So, if anyone would be so bold, I would appreciate it if they could ask the question of him in my absence and report the findings.

Here is the question, and I need it phrased exactly this way: Mr. Easter Bunny, where do you get the eggs from?

I didn’t think the Easter Bunny laid eggs. Do you make them in a workshop? Do you steal them from unsuspecting candy chickens? How do you crack open the shell without shattering it?

If you need me, I’ll be pondering these thoughts while the rest of you hippity hop to enjoy the candy and camaraderie this weekend holds!

Butler Little Theatre continues performances of the psychological drama “Downstairs” by Theresa Rebeck at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. The play depicts the relationship between siblings as they uncover long-buried secrets. Admission is $18. For more information, visit butlerlittletheatre.com.

Learn about the historical Brydon Coal Mine during the story hike “Dust to Dawn: Harnessing Coal,” running through April 6 during park hours at Jennings Environmental Education Center, 2951 Prospect Road, Brady Township. The self-guided hike takes place across Route 8, near the Foltz Schoolhouse and Brydon Coal Mine, with parking conveniently located at the schoolhouse. Expect to spend approximately one hour exploring various terrains and surfaces, including hills, gravel, grass, dirt and rocks. Visit events.dcnr.pa.gov for more information.

Children with special needs ages 1 to 18 are invited to the Adapted Easter Egg Hunt at Alameda Park, 184 Alameda Park Road in Butler Township, on the ADA walking trail from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Friday. The goal is to create a fun, accessible and welcoming environment where everyone can enjoy the excitement of Easter egg hunting. Admission is $8 and registration is required at bcpr.recdesk.com.

Children ages 1 through 10 are invited to the Scavenger Easter Egg Hunt at Alameda Park, 184 Alameda Park Road, on Friday. Time slots for different age groups run from 6:30 to 9 p.m., including a flashlight hunt for 8- to 10-year-olds. Registration is $10 per child and will include access to the fun and the snacks. Register at bcpr.recdesk.com.

Experience rock opera “Jesus Christ Superstar” at The Strand Theater, 119 N. Main St., Zelienople, at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $30 for non-reserved seating and performances continue next week. For more information, visit the event Facebook page.

Butler County ABATE Chapter 13 is hosting a motorcycle swap meet and flea market from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at East Butler Fire Hall, 808 Grant Ave. in East Butler. Admission is $5. For more information, call Henry at 724-290-2078.

Jammies & Jesus is a cozy, immersive Easter celebration for the whole family. From 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, families can register for one of three sessions, which include a special movie, photos with the Easter Bunny, snacks and more at the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA, 2001 Ehrman Road, Cranberry Township. For more information and the registration link, visit the event Facebook page.

Butler’s Best Buddies Extravaganza lasts from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the senior high school, 210 Campus Lane in Butler Township, and includes a 5K, fun run and Easter egg hunt for children ages 10 and under. There will be snacks, photo ops, face painting and fun. Day-of and late registration for the runs is available. Visit runsignup.com or the event Facebook page for details.

Have breakfast with the Easter Bunny from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at St. John’s United Church of Christ, 501 E. Main St., Evans City. There will also be an Easter egg hunt. This event is for children from infancy to second grade. Admission is free, but registration is required via the Facebook page link.

Bring the whole family to the free Easter egg hunt in Harrisville Community Park, off South Main Street, at 11 a.m. Saturday. There will be coffee and doughnuts for the adults. Make sure you bring a basket and look at more information on the event Facebook page.

Jackson Township’s Easter egg hunt will commence at 3 p.m. Saturday in Sippel Reservoir Park behind Northgate Plaza, 400 Reservoir Park Drive, Adams Township. This event is for children ages 1 to 12 years old. Register your child at givebutter.com/2026easteregghunt.

Bring a basket for the fun, games and photos with Mr. Bunny himself at the Hippity Hop Egg Hunt in Cranberry Township’s Municipal Building and Armstrong Great Lawn, 2525 Rochester Road. This event lasts from 6 to 8 p.m. for children ages 10 and under. Registration is not required and admission is free. Visit cranberrytownship.org for more information.

Butler County Symphony Orchestra’s performance of “John Williams to Bernstein: Legends of Screen and Stage” will start at 7:30 p.m. Saturday in Butler Intermediate High School’s auditorium, 551 Fairground Hill Road in Butler Township. Tickets range from $12 to $36 at butlersymphony.org.

Go under the sea at Sing Hosanna!’s production of “The Little Mermaid,” running at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday in Succop Theater at Butler County Community College. Tickets are $18 at events.ticketleap.com/tickets/singhosanna/disney-the-little-mermaid.

Square dance the night away from 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday at Harrisville Volunteer Fire Company’s hall, 313 E. Mercer St. Doors open one hour before and admission is $8. Visit the event Facebook page for more information.

Children in grades one through eight are invited to practice their reading skills and spend time with the kitties at Shelter Buddies this Sunday at Butler County Humane Society, 1015 Evans City Road in Connoquenessing Township. Time slots are available from noon to 2 p.m. Call 724-789-1150 to reserve your spot.

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Molly Miller is an Eagle correspondent.