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Maranda's Family Fun Update

Updated: Tuesday, 02 Apr 2013, 11:02 AM EDT
Published : Thursday, 14 Mar 2013, 10:44 AM EDT

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOTV) - Here are some fun events taking place this weekend that you’ll want to check out.

Monster Jam Thunder Nationals
Friday, March 15 through Sunday, March 17
Van Andel Arena – Grand Rapids
www.ticketmaster.com
Expect to see outrageous jumps, crushed cars, plenty of concrete-streaking action, and some of the most incredible donuts ever.

Laughfest Super Saturday Kids Zone
Saturday, March 16 from 10am-2pm
GRCC Ford Fieldhouse – Grand Rapids
www.laughfestgr.org
This year’s event will include tons of exciting activities for kids of all ages including laser tag, inflatables, face painting, art projects, treats and more.

Grand Rapids Ballet presents “Who Am I?”
Saturday, March 16 at 10am
Frederik Meijer Gardens – Grand Rapids
www.meijergardens.org
The Grand Rapids Ballet Junior Company in conjunction with Meijer Gardens Butterflies are Blooming will present a butterfly ballet.

The Bunny Train
Saturday, March 16 and Sunday, March 17
Coopersville/Marne Railway
www.coopersvilleandmarne.org
Enjoy a ride through the countryside with the Easter Bunny and a cast of wacky musical characters.

St. Patrick’s Day Parades are taking place on Saturday in communities including Grand Rapids, Holland, Muskegon and Kalamazoo!

Strawberry Shortcake and the Doodlebops
Sunday, March 17 at 1pm
DeVos Performance Hall – Grand Rapids
www.laughfestgr.org






 

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