SPRING FLING

4. '[Blank] Showers Bring May Flowers'
5. A meal eaten outdoors, typically in a park or scenic area, often enjoyed during springtime.
7. A term describing outdoor dining often enjoyed during pleasant spring weather.
9. A Christian holiday with eggs hunts, festive treats, and gatherings with family and friends.
11. The astronomical event marking the official start of spring.
14. The stage when flowers fully open, displaying vibrant colors and attracting pollinators.
15. Bright yellow flowers that are among the first to bloom in early spring.
16. The process of renewal and growth that nature undergoes in spring.

1. The process by which a seed develops into a plant, marking new life.
2. Spring weather phenomenon often responsible for nourishing new growth.
3. Month that marks the start of spring
5. Creatures such as bees and butterflies that transfer pollen between plants.
6. A springtime Jewish holiday commemorating the liberation of the Israelites.
8. Spring flowers known for their bright, vibrant colors and iconic shape.
10. Tiny green shoots that emerge from the ground
12. A Hindu festival marking the arrival of spring, celebrated with vibrant colors.
13. Birds known for their melodic calls that often signal the arrival of spring.
14. A small, fluffy animal often associated with Easter and springtime.