Aberdeen Easter ‘Miracle’ Tree

Source: Clark’s Crossing Gazette, March 24, 2016  Aberdeen Easter ‘Miracle’ Tree sparks friendly competition Miracles are hard to come by. Like money, they don’t typically grow on trees. But in the vibrant town of Aberdeen, an Easter “Miracle” Tree is currently ‘sprouting’ eggs. Last Christmas, Aberdeen Christmas Miracles assisted a family of five whose house… Continue reading Aberdeen Easter ‘Miracle’ Tree

Happy Easter! Celebrate with Easter Egg Art

Source: Nancy Shute, The Salt, March 25, 2016  Easter Egg Art: Hatched From An Ancient Tradition To Celebrate Rebirth This story was originally published in April 2012. It all starts with the egg. In spring, chickens start laying again, bringing a welcome source of protein at winter’s end. So it’s no surprise that cultures around… Continue reading Happy Easter! Celebrate with Easter Egg Art

Different Easter Traditions Around The World

Source: Maris Berndette Koe, Parent Herald, March 19, 2016  Easter is just around the corner and kids are getting excited about it. Chocolate eggs, Easter bunny and Easter egg hunt are some of the most popular Easter day traditions celebrated around the world. Most countries are celebrating Easter food traditions differently. Here are some food… Continue reading Different Easter Traditions Around The World

It's a miracle! Easter eggs growing on Aberdeen, Sask., tree for charity

Source: Madeline Kotzer, CBC News, March 23, 2016  The miracle of kindness is growing on a tree in Aberdeen, Sask. The miracle of kindness is growing on a tree in Aberdeen, Sask. Thousands of shiny, colourful Easter eggs hang in clusters on the town’s Easter “miracle tree”, on Main Street. “The main goal was to… Continue reading It's a miracle! Easter eggs growing on Aberdeen, Sask., tree for charity

Almond Macaroon Nests

Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup butter, room temperature 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature 1 cup white sugar 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups flaked coconut 2 drops red food coloring (optional) 2 drops yellow food coloring (optional) 1 cup chocolate coated peanuts Directions:… Continue reading Almond Macaroon Nests

Hot Cross Buns

Ingredients: 3/4 cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C) 3 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon instant powdered milk 1/4 cup white sugar 3/8 teaspoon salt 1 egg 1 egg white 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon active dry yeast 3/4 cup dried currants 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 egg yolk 2 tablespoons water 1/2 cup… Continue reading Hot Cross Buns

Prairie Rose Floral & Gifts: Easter Flowers

Brightest Flowers for Easter You can’t send Easter eggs – so send a fresh bouquet of Easter flowers instead! Prairie Rose Floral & Gifts has the best and brightest flowers for Easter, including the traditional Easter Lily. Send Easter flowers to Kindersley, SK or nationwide for a joyful Easter celebration.   Prairie Rose Gift &… Continue reading Prairie Rose Floral & Gifts: Easter Flowers