Earnhardt Queen Creek hosts spring festival

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Earnhardt Queen Creek hosts spring community festival

If you’re craving springtime fun, hop on over to Spring into QC, presented by Earnhardt Queen Creek Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram! It happens Saturday, March 22 from 9 am-1 pm at Frontier Family Park in Queen Creek.

Photo courtesy of Queen Creek Parks and Recreation

The event includes the Rodeo Egg Roundup, with egg hunts for children of all ages scheduled throughout the day. A tot spot hosts fun for the little kids age 5 and under, and the Teen Takeover features activities for those age 13-18.

Other activities include animal races — look for races among chicks, tortoises, bunnies, the tortoise versus the hare and more. Choose the winner correctly, and you’ll receive a free raffle ticket! Do-it-yourself splatter art projects, a story walk, mini golf and interactive games round out the fun. Entertainment includes performances from local art and dance groups.

Admission, animal races and egg hunts are free, with nominal charges for activities and food. Wristbands, offering access to all other attractions, can be purchased on-site for $15.

Image courtesy of Queen Creek Parks and Recreation

Frontier Family Park is located at 20039 S. 220th Street in Queen Creek. Free parking and shuttles are available from Central Christian Church, 22505 E. Ocotillo Road.

Earnhardt Queen Creek Rodeo Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is located at 35747 N. Ellsworth Road. Earnhardt Chevrolet, located at 23645 S Ellsworth Road, also sponsors this event. Don’t miss a day filled with family fun and community festivities at Spring into QC!

Earnhardt Auto Centers and its locations have a long history of involvement in community events and supporting local causes. Today, Earnhardt Auto Centers represents 15 brands at 17 dealerships throughout the Phoenix metro area.

Founder Tex Earnhardt started Earnhardt Auto Centers in 1951 with a Chandler-based Ford franchise. Over the years, the company expanded, opening more dealerships with Tex at the forefront. Tex’s sons, Hal and Jim Babe joined the business, and later Tex’s grandsons, Derby, Dodge and Bull, also took leadership roles. Thank you, Earnhardt Auto Centers, for your involvement in the local communities!

Carolyn Sostrom

Carolyn Sostrom is a long-time Arizona resident who loves desert sunsets, warm weather, Zumba, and the Western lifestyle. She attended Saguaro High School in Scottsdale and then Arizona State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in journalism. Similarly to the protagonist in *The Devil Wears Prada*, Carolyn moved to New York City right after college. She started working for the fashion magazine company Conde Nast but never transitioned to the dark side. After a few years, she left New York in the rearview mirror and returned to her home state, taking a reporter job at the *Apache Junction Independent*. With over 30 years of freelance writing experience, Carolyn especially enjoys writing about community events and profiling individuals who are making a difference in their communities. She had the pleasure of interviewing a variety of cowboy personalities for an article she wrote for the *Scottsdale Independent* about the history of DC Ranch and its roots as a working ranch. Now, her Western adventures with CLN have her diving into the rugged automotive scene, exploring the trucks and rigs cowboys rely on for work, home, and play, a niche where grit meets horsepower. She works at Raising Special Kids, a nonprofit resource center for families of children with disabilities and special healthcare needs. Carolyn also volunteers with the Autism Society of Greater Phoenix. Carolyn believes that everyone has a story, and she loves connecting with others to hear their stories. She’s dedicated to ethical journalism and accurate reporting, which shines through in her storytelling.