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Maranda's Five Star Family Fun Update

Updated: Tuesday, 02 Apr 2013, 11:03 AM EDT
Published : Thursday, 21 Feb 2013, 8:00 AM EST

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) - Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some fun family events taking place around West Michigan.

Free Family Night at the Kroc Center
Friday, February 22 from 6-9pm
The Kroc Center - Grand Rapids
616-588-7200
The evening features games, activities and a family movie. Activities start at 6pm and the movie begins at 7pm.

Black History Living History Museum
Saturday, February 23
Woodland Mall – Grand Rapids
www.shopwoodlandmall.com
New Hope Church is presenting a Black History Living History Museum at Woodland Mall.  Watch some of the most important and influential figures in African American history come to life as they share their life stories, struggles and accomplishments.

American Girl Adventure
Saturday, February 23 from 2-3:30pm
Blandford Nature Center
616-735-6240
Ever wonder what it was like to live like the American Girls Addy and Kirsten? Come to Blandford to experience a day in a typical pioneers' life. Stay warm with a wood fire stove, learn how to cross stitch, eat a wood fire cooked treat and more. Cost is $12 per person.

Kids Activities at the Coopersville Farm Museum
Saturday, February 23 from 10am-2pm
Coopersville Farm Museum
www.coopersvillefarmmuseum.org
The Museum is offering free admission and activities including music, crafts and more.

Reptile and Exotic Animal Show
Saturday, February 23
Kalamazoo Expo Center
www.kalamazooreptileshow.com
Check out unique reptiles and exotic animals at this annual show.  Admission is $4 for adults and $2 for children.
 

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Maranda joined WOOD TV8, WOTV 4 and WXSP TV in January of 2001 as Children and Family Services Manager, but has served the community as an advocate for kids and families for over 20 years.
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