First came spring, then came Easter and Passover. For Christians, the season of Lent comes to end after Holy Week, with Good Friday recognizing the crucifixion of Jesus and Easter Sunday celebrating the resurrection and new life. For those following the Jewish faith, Passover begins Friday evening and commemorates the exodus of the Jews from Egypt and freedom from slavery.
Most Americans celebrate rebirth at Easter by decorating hardboiled eggs and going on a family Easter egg hunt. What are your Easter traditions? Here are some events and religious services to get the season hopping.
Friday, April 6, Good Friday
Good Friday service at , 1 p.m.
at , 7 p.m.
Saturday, April 7, Easter Saturday
Lions/Kiwanis at Waterfront Park, 10 a.m.
Easter Saturday services at , 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., both followed by brunch and an Easter egg hunt.
Holy Saturday Service at , Noon.
at , 7 p.m.
at Temple Beth Hillel in Richmond, 5:30 pm
Sunday, April 8, Easter Sunday
Stop by the on Easter Sunday to pick up fresh eggs, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
at , 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. followed by an Easter egg hunt.
Easter Sunday services at , 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m., and 11:15 a.m.
Do you know of an Easter event around town? Add it to our Martinez events calendar.
