SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) - Peter Cottontail, beloved by children from the Land Park neighborhood and beyond, arrived at William Land Park Golf on April 13. He provided plenty of hugs and sat under a colorful balloon arch with children while families took photos. Nearby, fairies from Pixie Tribe added some extra magic by decorating children’s faces, turning them into butterflies, tigers or whatever designs they wanted.  

It was the third annual Bunny on the Green event organized and hosted by William Land Park Golf Course and the Land Park Community Association. More than 100 families attended to celebrate spring at the golf course.  Complimentary hamburgers and hot dogs were served, along with cups of Vic’s raspberry ribbon ice cream. Juice boxes were ready for the children while the adults enjoyed mimosas. 

At the nearby putting course, children participated in a contest and practiced their developing golf skills. Curt David, the William Land Park Golf general manager, generously donated food and contest prizes. David’s staff helped serve the food and brought smiles to visitors. 

A highlight was the Easter Bonnet Contest. Children decorated their bonnets with little chicks, flowers, ribbons and colorful eggs. Then, the Easter Bunny led the parade so everyone could enjoy their hats. Winners received prize baskets for categories such as Most Creative, Best Design and Over the Top. A craft table was set up for children ready to take a break and focus on making fun Easter decorations. 

Local business sponsors Little Whale Swim School, Jeffrey Schaff Law and Ideal Plastic Surgery made funding for the event possible. SMUD also provided a table with helpful home energy information and extra giveaways. Land Park Soccer had a game table. Every child left with a smile and a surprise toy they chose from a basket of plastic Easter eggs. 

The Land Park Community Association is an all-volunteer board dedicated to advocating for quality of life in William Land Park. This event is one of several that the association’s board plans to host this year. A possible family friendly fall event at the golf course is being discussed. The Land Park Community Association also partners with local businesses to host adult meet-and-greet events. In addition, the organization builds relationships with local city and county leaders who attend community meetings. The meetings help neighbors ask direct questions and receive timely information from their representatives.

The organization welcomes the opportunity to partner with other local groups and businesses to celebrate the neighborhood’s quality of life. Residents can attend the upcoming Land Park Community Association community meeting at Fairytale Town at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 5 to learn more about the organization. 

To learn more about the organization’s work and events, visit landpark.org.