Burlington Review

Springtime festivities are set to unfold with the Burlington County Spring Resource Fair and Egg Hunt, especially catering to children with various abilities. Scheduled for Saturday, April 12, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the event will be hosted at the Burlington County Special Services School, located at 20 Pioneer Boulevard in Westampton.

Attendees can anticipate sensory-friendly egg hunts, engaging games, music, and food. The event will also feature touch-a-truck displays, and visitors can gather information from numerous vendors, agencies, and service providers. This annual celebration is organized by the Burlington County Sheriff’s Office, Burlington County Special Services School District, and Burlington County Commissioners. It enjoys popularity as one of the largest events of its kind in South Jersey.

Burlington County Sheriff James Kostoplis expressed the significance of the event, stating, “It’s gratifying to organize a community event that allows families with children with all different abilities to enjoy all the fun associated with the spring and its holidays.” He emphasized the opportunity it provides for sharing information and enhancing community ties with officers and first responders.

Burlington County Commissioner Deputy Director Allison Eckel highlighted the county’s ongoing commitment to inclusivity. She stated, “Whether it’s creating inclusive playgrounds and trails or events like the Spring Resource Fair and Egg Hunt, Burlington County strives to be one of the most inclusive and accessible destinations in the nation.” Eckel underscored the county's efforts in taking action to ensure all residents and their families feel welcome.

An essential service introduced at the fair will be the Sheriff’s Office’s upgraded locator technology, AngelSense. This technology supports tracking and locating vulnerable residents, funded by a $150,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice.

Children at the event will have access to the Special Services School’s inclusive playground, which features barrier-free equipment. The playground includes adaptive swings and sensory-friendly playhouses. Additionally, this amenity is open to the public outside of school hours, made possible through a partnership between the school district and Burlington County Commissioners.

Dr. Ashanti Holley, superintendent of the Burlington County Special Services School District/Burlington County Institute of Technology, remarked on the event’s appeal. “The Spring Resource Fair and Egg Hunt reflects our commitment to inclusion and community,” Dr. Holley stated, highlighting that every child is celebrated during the event.