Winter Break Fun
It’s winter break for kids around West Michigan and that means time for family fun! Here are some family activities going on the next two weeks.
Ice Skating at Rosa Parks Circle
Now through the winter season
Rose Parks Circle – Downtown Grand Rapids
The rink is open daily until 9:30pm. Skating is $1 and rentals are free! Bring the whole family out for a cheap activity everyone will enjoy.
Free Admission to the AirZoo
Now through Thursday, December 31
AirZoo – Kalamazoo
www.airzoo.org
Explore the world of aviation for totally free!
Christmas and Holiday Traditions Around the World
Now through Sunday, January 10
Frederik Meijer Gardens – Grand Rapids
www.meijergardens.org
Learn about holiday traditions celebrated around the globe. Plus, enjoy horse drawn carriage rides around the grounds on specific nights.
Night at Your Museum
Sunday, December 27 from 6-9pm
Public Museum of Grand Rapids
www.grmuseum.org or 616-456-3977
Grab a flashlight and explore the dimly-lit Museum as drama unfolds and exhibits come to life. Call ahead because reservations are required.
Outdoor Adventure Camps
Monday, December 28 through Thursday, December 31
Kalamazoo Nature Center
www.KNCCamp.org
Get the kids outside and exploring nature this winter break!
Snowflake Break Days
Monday, December 28 through Friday, January 1
Public Museum of Grand Rapids
www.grmuseum.org
Adults are just $5 and accompanying children are FREE!
“Pirate, Pizza and Pool Party”
Tuesday, December 29
Holland Aquatic Center
www.hollandaquaticcenter.org
Contact the Holland Aquatic Center for more details.
Winter Break Arts Camp
Tuesday, December 29 & Wednesday, December 30
Holland Area Arts Council
www.hollandarts.org
Combat winter break boredom with guided arts classes for kids of all ages.
Holiday Fun
Tuesday, December 29 through Thursday, December 31
Holland Museum
www.hollandmuseum.org
From 10am-2pm enjoy free holiday crafts, activities and refreshments.
Winter Break Family Activities
Tuesday, December 29 through Saturday, January 2
Grand Rapids Art Museum
www.artmuseum.org
From 10am-3pm there will be daily activities for the entire family.
Craig’s Cruisers NYE Specials
Thursday, December 31
Craig’s Cruisers – Wyoming
www.craigscruisers.com
You can choose between two parties that include food, games a DJ and more. One is from 4-8pm and the other from 9pm-1am.
New Year’s Eve on the Grand
Thursday, December 31 starting at 5:30pm
Rosa Parks Circle – Grand Rapids
www.newyearsonthegrand.com
The event is FREE and includes concerts and more.
Saugatuck New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Thursday, December 31 at 11:59pm
Launched over Saugatuck Bay
www.saugatuck.com
I’ve been a part of the WOOD TV8 team since 2005. As Special Projects Producer, I work side by side with Maranda making things happen behind the scenes. I coordinate Maranda’s Park Parties each summer and produce a variety of station broadcasts and events through out the year. I also serve as the producer of Maranda’s weekly half-hour show, Where You Live. I love the variety of my job and getting to be a part of the impact Maranda is making on kids in our community!
Outside of work, I've been married for seven years to my husband John and we have two beautiful daughters, Sophia and Stella. When I'm not busy trying to keep up with the kids, I spend "me time" reading fashion or celebrity magazines, sneaking in some good reality television, walking around Reeds Lake with girlfriends and exploring new restaurants with my hubby.
Inspirations for my blog come from my daily life as a busy working mom -- trying to juggle a full time job and be a full time mom to a spitfire five year old and a new baby.