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1 month ago | 
grkids.com | Melody Vander Weide |West Michigan
LockersThere are two different types of locker rooms at the Holland Aquatic Center. There’s a traditional single-gender men’s and women’s locker room complete with lockers, restrooms and showers. These locker rooms are connected to the 50-meter competitive pool deck and not far from the other amenities and pools. There is also a Universal Change Room on the East side of the building.
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2 months ago | 
grkids.com | Melody Vander Weide |West Michigan
We all know date nights are important, but sometimes leaving the house feels impossible. Maybe the kids are staging a bedtime coup. Maybe Michigan’s winter weather has turned your driveway into an Olympic luge track. Or maybe you’d rather stay home in sweatpants because people-ing is exhausting. (No judgment, we’ve been there.)The good news? Staying in doesn’t mean sacrificing fun or connection.
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Jan 14, 2025 | 
grkids.com | Melody Vander Weide |West Michigan
Listen, fellow tired parents – you know those rare magical places where you can actually enjoy your coffee and let the kids burn off their energy? Well, Alger Heights just hit the jackpot. Giggles & Gourmets opens on Monday, February 10, at 2426 Eastern Ave SE, with a bakery and play space!Two genius sisters have combined an actual bakery (yes, REAL baked goods!) with a play café. We’re talking legit cinnamon rolls that’ll make you stop sharing with your toddler.
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Dec 9, 2024 | 
grkids.com | Melody Vander Weide |West Michigan
$15-$25. Ages two & under free. Beverage tickets additional. Reservations required. Back for another season, the magical Enchanted Trail experience will run through February 22, 2025. The Enchanted Trail is a magical and relaxing two-mile roundtrip walk (choose to hike or snowshoe) starting at the Cross Country Center. During your trail walk, you’ll experience the magical soft warm glow of lights leading you along a beautifully lit winter trail.
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Nov 26, 2024 | 
grkids.com | Melody Vander Weide |West Michigan
There are many things to love about Christmas in Grand Rapids. Whether it’s seeing Santa, visiting a Christmas market or exploring the trees at Frederik Meijer Gardens, there’s always something to do. And the “Breton Village train” is no exception. The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Express is a beloved Grand Rapids-area Christmas train. Filled with nods to President Ford, there’s even more new details to look for on this year’s visit.
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Nov 14, 2024 | 
grkids.com | Melody Vander Weide |West Michigan
Hey Grand Rapids, John Ball Zoo is turning this holiday season into your most exciting one yet! Not only are we giving you a chance to snag a membership at a special price, but we’re also running a can’t-miss giveaway. From November 25 – December 18, 2024, get 10% off John Ball Zoo memberships. This isn’t just a holiday deal—it’s an extended Black Friday event that’ll keep giving back all year long!Unlimited Admission: Enjoy free entry all year long, starting at just $85.
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Nov 13, 2024 | 
grkids.com | Melody Vander Weide |West Michigan
School-aged kids getting glasses is pretty common. When they say they can’t see the board or start complaining about headaches, most parents know it’s time for an eye exam. No biggie, right? That’s exactly what I thought when my daughter came home from school and off-handedly mentioned that she needed to sit in the front of class now because it was getting hard to see the board.
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Nov 7, 2024 | 
kzookids.com | Melody Vander Weide |West Michigan
Hey Kalamazoo! Mark your calendars for November 16-18, 2025, because our favorite aviation museum is marking its 45th anniversary with something totally different – their first-ever Paper Airplane Championship. The Air Zoo is going all out with a weekend of activities — including 45% off admission — but the real buzz is about this new paper airplane competition that’s open to everyone from kids to engineers.
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Oct 24, 2024 | 
grkids.com | April Hunt |West Michigan
Cookie Shop - Grand Rapids 951 Cherry St SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49506 Sweet Treats OfferedCookies FeaturesGluten Free Why You Should GoStop by Le Bon Macaron to get these French treats deliciously homemade. Choose flavors from the signature collection like chocolate, nutella or salted caramel. Or try honey lavender, jasmine or passion fruit from the fruit and floral collection.
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Oct 16, 2024 | 
grkids.com | Melody Vander Weide |West Michigan
Officially known as Whiting Forest of Dow Gardens, this Midland family attraction is open year round (minus Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day) and does require admission. Your ticket gets you into the Canopy Walk as well the adjacent Gardens – including their amazing Children’s Garden. Whiting Forest is in Midland, MIPush a stroller if you’d like, the canopy walk is accessed by long, gradual ramplike walkways. Take your time to explore the different nooks and crannies along the way.
