Unique Easter Basket Gifts for Kids in Kokomo
Easter is upon us and earlier than normal on Sunday, March 31. So we’re sharing a few unique gifts to add to your family’s Easter baskets for a great start to the Spring season. Most of these gifts can be purchased locally or online, so let’s get hopping!
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Unique Local Gifts
Sensory Kits from Sense-Ability Creations
Sense-Ability Creations makes sensory activities and kits available to purchase through their Facebook Page. After getting started in February, they are designing new and fun sensory kits for major holidays that can also be customized by color and theme. Sensory Kits available now include a “pour and play” sensory bin fillers or kits that include a tub and lid, custom slime, and custom dough sets. All of these are available with gluten free or dye free options too. Check out their Facebook page to place an order to find more information.
Build your own Easter Basket with Tastefully Indiana and So Good Candies
You can visit Tastefully Indiana and So Good Candies during their Easter Open House happening on Saturday, March 23rd from 10 AM-3 PM and build your own Easter Basket. They plan to have lots of options including choice candies from So Good Candies and other small gifts. You can find more details by following their Facebook Page.
Jack’s Donuts
Who doesn’t love donuts? Order a set of Jack’s Easter-themed donuts to start your Sunday off right. Their donut decorating kit comes with special sprinkles and two kinds of icing for only $18. Our family loves these kits and (depending on the size of your group) there is usually enough for leftovers! Orders and payment can be made by calling our local shop at 765-450-6495. Follow Jack’s Donuts on Facebook for more details.
The Popcorn Cafe
Another unique Easter treat for your kids would be any of the specialty popcorn from the Popcorn Cafe. Some of the new specialty popcorn flavors this month include Salted Caramel, Milk Chocolate Salted Caramel, Lemon Bar, Blue Raspberry Lemonade, Honey Mustard, Smoky Sweet & Sour, Dark Chocolate Thin Mint, and Frosty Shamrock. Popcorn is the perfect snack to fit in your kid’s backpack (mini or junior size) or enjoy together for a family’s Movie night. You can see all the flavors of popcorn available and even make an order on their website.
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Gifts of Springtime Experiences
Wrangler & Friends
Consider having Wrangler come to your house for a special Easter surprise! These special experiences are called Wranglergrams. Wrangler and his friends love to spread joy and help families learn about animal care. You even get to feed Wrangler some treats when he visits. Easter Wranglergrams are available to book right now until through Easter (March 31) by calling 765-419-1748 or visiting the website.
Indiana State Park Annual Pass
Everyone is getting excited about Spring and being outside! You can purchase an annual entrance pass granting access to all Indiana State Parks and Recreation Areas online on the Indiana Department of Natural Resources Website. Pair this gift with some outdoor or hiking gear from PF Hendricks & Company, and you can then start planning your visits to learn and play at some of our nearby state parks and recreation sights including: Mounds, Mississinewa Lake, and Prophetstown.
Register for a Spring sport with PlayPen Sports Academy or the Kokomo Family YMCA
Spring sports will be starting next month! You can still register youth ages 2-6 to play soccer or baseball with PlayPen Sports Academy before the programs begin in April. Online registration is available on the PlayPen Sports website along with more details. The next session of swimming lessons, little dribblers, and centipede soccer are coming up fast too. YMCA Members and non-members can register on the YMCA Website. Grab a sports bag and pair this gift with a soccer ball, baseball glove, or new swimsuit for a sweet surprise on Easter morning.
Attend an event or get a gift card from Fired Arts Studio
Fired Arts Studio has many new pieces you can paint to help you “Think Spring” and celebrate Easter. On Saturday, March 30, the Easter Bunny will be at the studio for a special ticketed event. You can find more details about this event and gift cards on the Fired Arts Studio Website. What a fun way to celebrate Easter then making something new together as a family.
Looking for more? Check out our Kokomo Events Calendar for even more ways for you to experience Easter with your family in Kokomo.
