Above: An example of Pysanky, a Ukrainian tradition of beautifully decorating Easter Eggs.

Easter is on its way! There are several egg-themed activities for families this weekend, including an underwater egg hunt and egg-decorating workshop. Families can also catch an affordable family-friendly flick at the Ron Robinson Theater downtown, or take part in free activities at Heifer Village.

Workshop: “Eggscellent Easter!” at Garvan Woodland Gardens in Hot Springs: Pysanky, or Ukrainian eggs, are created through a simple process using wax and dyes, and the results can be stunning. It’s great for the whole family and you can’t beat the excitement of revealing the final design underneath as the wax is melted away. All supplies provided; children 6 and older are welcome; parental supervision required. $25; members are $10. 1:30-4 p.m. March 29. Info: (501) 262-9300, GarvanGardens.org.

Screening of "Fantastic Mr. Fox" at Ron Robinson Theater: Wes Anderson's stylish, stop-motion flick features an all-star cast (George Clooney, Meryl Streep, Bill Murray) as the voices of a fox family, their wildlife neighbors and the unhappy farmers who plot to stop the animals from stealing their food. Rated PG. $5. 2 p.m. March 28. Info: (501) 320-5715, CALS.org.

Easter Egg Hunt & Family Fun Day at Excell Park in Jacksonville: Bring your basket to Jacksonville’s largest Easter egg hunt! Toddlers to 10-year-olds are invited to participate in this holiday tradition in a fun and safe environment. The Easter bunny will make a special appearance, too! The egg hunts include 2,000 eggs per group. The schedule is: walking to age 3 (field 2) at 10:15; ages 4-5 (field 2) at 10:45 a.m., ages 6 & 7 (field 3) at 10:30 a.m., and ages 8-10 (field 3) at 11 a.m. All participants must arrive at Excell Park by 10 a.m; in case of rain, all ages meet at the Jacksonville Community Center at 10 a.m. After the egg hunt, stay for Family Fun Day! All ages are welcome, and food and admission are free. 10 a.m. March 28. Info: (501) 982-4171, CityOfJacksonville.net. FREE!

Spring Fling at Heifer Village: Send off spring break week at Heifer Village. Through March 29, visitors can explore how to change the world with free activities, including interactive exhibits, scavenger hunts, a fishing game, crafts and relay activities. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. March 23-29. Info: (501) 907-2697, Heifer.org. FREE!

Underwater Easter Egg Hunt at Jim Dailey Fitness & Aquatic Center: Kids can swim and search for Easter Eggs, win prizes and meet the Easter Bunny. Free for members; Non-members pay daily fee: $5, children under 16 $2. 1 p.m. March 28. Info: (501) 664-6976, LittleRock.org/ParksRecreation.

For more central Arkansas events, browse our full online calendar here.