Get Out: Egg Hunt, Creative Writing Group, Sheep Shearing

When & where: Saturday, April 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Wemrock Orchards in Freehold

Why you should go: This annual event is more than just an Easter egg hunt (though with over 2,000 eggs to find, the hunt is certainly a big part of the festivities). Wemrock Orchards will offer free farm tour hayrides. The Wemrock Bunny and Truman, a green dragon from Kidsville News, will be on hand. There will also be goats, baby chicks, and bee observatory for visitors to see. Wemrock Orchards and Thunder 106 FM will award prizes during the event.

What it will cost: $2 to participate in the egg hunt

When & where: Saturday, April 23 and Sunday, April 24 from noon to 3 p.m. at Longstreet Farm in Holmdel

Why you should go: The staff at the Holmes Hendrickson House will conduct their annual sheep shearing demonstration and show how wool was used in Colonial America. There will also be wagon rides at the site.

What it will cost: Free

When & where: Saturday, April 30 at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. at the Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank.

Why you should go: Stand-up comic Brian Regan is sure to entertain with his off-beat observations on everyday life.

What it will cost: Tickets cost $49.50, $39.50 or $29.50 depending on seating. Additional handling fees apply: $2 per ticket in person or mail orders; $7 per ticket phone orders; $9.50 per ticket online orders. Click here for a further discussion of handling fees. Click here for information about reduced fees for contributing members. Discounts available for groups of 12 or more. Call the box office at 732-842-9000 to purchase group rate tickets.

When & where: Thursday, April 21 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Monmouth County Library Headquarters in Manalapan.

Why you should go: The Monmouth Creative Writing Group is a five-year-old organization that welcomes all writers from novices to seasoned professionals. The group meets twice a month. Stop by and find out what the organization is all about.

What it will cost: Free

When & where: Saturday, April 23 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Woodbridge Elks Lodge, 665 Rahway Ave.

Why you should go: You’ve finished your spring cleaning, and you’re looking to unload some unneeded items. Bring them to the weekly flea market to sell. If you’re looking for some hidden treasure, the market is a great chance to find toys, clothing, books and more.

What it will cost: Anyone looking to sell should arrive at 6:30 a.m. Car spaces cost $14 each. Those looking to browse can attend for free.