CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA (MPG) – Kids followed the trail of the Easter Bunny to KiDTOPia’s “A Hoppin’ Good Time” for an Easter party at Citrus Town Center on Saturday, April 9. The egg hunt held was part of Sunrise MarketPlace’s effort through FUNTOPIA, a local Citrus Heights Kids Club, to include children, parents and merchants by hosting family-friendly events in the heart of town.

FUNTOPIA hosted the at-no-cost event by providing booths for balloon twisting, face painting, crafts and photo opportunities to ‘Meet and Greet’ the Easter Bunny, drawing smiles and preserving children’s moments.

Sara Espinosa, the event’s Marketing Director, said, “The little Easter egg hunt and dance party was a coordinated event on behalf of Sunrise MarketPlace,” which is a collection of over 400 stores, restaurants and services, including Citrus Town Center, at the corner of Sunrise Boulevard and Greenback Lane.

The lively music which accompanied the energized children into the plaza was produced by Tyler DJ ‘Hop T Hop,’ who emceed the event, entertaining the audience and wearing a black top hat and “bunny ears”. ‘Hop T Hop’ also works for Sunrise MarketPlace’s marketing department, and says he really enjoys KiDTOPia’s various activities throughout the year as he takes on different personalities according to the event and season.

Citrus Town Center is located at 7925 Greenback Lane, Citrus Heights. For more information about FUNTOPIA Kids Club or Citrus Town Center visit www.citrustowncenter.com/about/