Bunnies and bounties of eggs at Easter hunts

Touchdown Club

by Lori R. Cooper

On April 8 the Jim Thorpe Touchdown Club held its third annual Easter egg hunt. The event was held in Olympic stadium at a cost of $10 per family, which included the hunt, a bounce house and pictures with the Easter Bunny.

Jim Thorpe seniors Mikaylah Pruitte,17 and Mia Hydro,18, volunteered at the bounce house. As members of the National Honor Society they said it’s a fun way to get their volunteer hours.

President of the Jim Thorpe Touchdown Club Vivian Capria noted,” The See TOUCHDOWN CLUB, page 16

Mt. Pocahontas in Albrightsville held their Easter egg hunt on April 8 at the community playground outside of the Clubhouse. Amy Laich, president of Mount Pocahontas board, noted, “The hunt gets kids out and gives them something to look forward to every Easter.”

Laich really pitched in by dressing as the Easter bunny. Husband Mark prepared the food for the party afterwards. He stated he loves to get the community together and loves to watch the kids play. This event, free to community members, was organized by activities director Ellen Cuffari. The hunt was broken down by ages, 1-4 year olds and 5-9

See MT. POCAHONTAS, page 16