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Win! Tickets To The GR Symphony’s “Green Eggs and Ham” Lollipop Concert

Win! Tickets To The GR Symphony’s “Green Eggs and Ham” Lollipop Concert
February 29, 2012
Contests

Who doesn’t love the Dr. Seuss story Green Eggs and Ham?  Pair that classic book with the fantastic GR Symphony and you are in for a treat! If you are an experienced Lollipop concert attendee then you know what a …Read the Rest

Win! Disney On Ice Presents Mickey And Minnie’s Magical Journey Tickets

Win! Disney On Ice Presents Mickey And Minnie’s Magical Journey Tickets
February 28, 2012
Contests

Disney… the word alone makes my children shriek with joy.  Now pair up Disney and ice and it’s a shout!  The Van Andel Arena is bringing our favorite characters to town in Disney on Ice Presents Mickey and Minnie’s Magical …Read the Rest

“It’s a Jolly Holiday” With Mary Poppins On GR Broadway!

“It’s a Jolly Holiday” With Mary Poppins On GR Broadway!
February 22, 2012
Katie

“It’s A Jolly Holiday With Mary…” and a wonderful night of entertainment when you see GR Broadway’s Mary Poppins! If the singing, dancing and set design aren’t enough to “wow” you then the special effects (or magic) will have you in …Read the Rest

Win! Tickets To See The Laurie Berkner Band At LaughFest

Win! Tickets To See The Laurie Berkner Band At LaughFest
February 21, 2012
Contests

Do you and your little ones rock out to “I Know A Chicken” or “We Are The Dinosaurs?”  Then you know I am talking about Laurie Berkner and her amazing band.  This long-time children’s music artist is coming to LaughFest …Read the Rest

GRkids Around The House: The Recipe Binder

GRkids Around The House: The Recipe Binder
February 21, 2012
Katie

Does your recipe box look like this?   Here’s a simple solution that worked for me and maybe you? I often spot recipes in magazines or find myself writing them down on random pieces of paper – thus not fitting …Read the Rest

GRkids Go Out: Chuck E. Cheese’s

GRkids Go Out: Chuck E. Cheese’s
February 13, 2012
Excursions

My children had a couple of days off so we ventured over to Chuck E. Cheese’s on Alpine to release some energy and accrue some tickets!  Here is an account of our experience. Who went:  My 6 year old son …Read the Rest

GRkids Create: Valentine Card Holders

GRkids Create: Valentine Card Holders
February 6, 2012
Crafts

Have you been faced with the challenge of making yet another classroom Valentine card holder?  Do you rummage through the pantry for near empty containers?  Transfer cereal into Ziploc bags so you can use the box? We asked you – …Read the Rest

GRkids Create: Easy Valentine Gifts for Loved Ones

GRkids Create: Easy Valentine Gifts for Loved Ones
February 5, 2012
Crafts

Looking for inexpensive gifts for a teacher, grandmother or aunt this Valentine’s Day?  Or do you want to give your children (and husband) some ideas for yourself this holiday?  Here are a few cheap, easy, and fun Valentine’s for your …Read the Rest

Won’t You Be My Neighbor?

Won’t You Be My Neighbor?
February 2, 2012
General

This series on neighborhood activities offers fun events and ideas to create community in your neighborhood. We last wrote about neighbor hood fun with the Neighborhood Halloween Party in October.  Since then, I (Katie) have been in the process of …Read the Rest

Win! Tickets for Mary Poppins, the Broadway Musical

Win! Tickets for Mary Poppins, the Broadway Musical
January 25, 2012
Contests

THIS CONTEST IS CLOSED.  CONGRATULATIONS TO LISA AND HER FAMILY, THEY WILL BE GOING TO SEE MARY POPPINS ON OPENING NIGHT!  TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE SEE DETAILS BELOW. Are you ready to be swept away with Mary Poppins …Read the Rest

GRkids Go Out [to the Symphony] Our take on the Little Red Riding Hood Concert

GRkids Go Out [to the Symphony] Our take on the Little Red Riding Hood Concert
January 21, 2012
General

What a treat!  My family just returned from a GR Symphony’s Lollipop concert and we loved it!  I’m sure you’re familiar with the story of Little Red Riding Hood, but have you ever seen it as a ballet with music, …Read the Rest

Win! Grand Rapids Symphony “Little Red Riding Hood” Lollipops Concert Tickets!

Win!  Grand Rapids Symphony “Little Red Riding Hood” Lollipops Concert Tickets!
January 6, 2012
Contests

THIS CONTEST IS CLOSED.  CONGRATULATIONS TO SHEILA M. AND HER FAMILY FOR WINNING THE FAMILY 4 PACK OF TICKETS TO THE SHOW. BE SURE TO WATCH FOR UPCOMING LOLLIPOP CONTEST GIVEAWAYS . Have you ever been to a Grand Rapids …Read the Rest

Grkids Go Out: Bumper Bowling at Westgate Bowling Center

Grkids Go Out: Bumper Bowling at Westgate Bowling Center
December 21, 2011
GRKids Go Out

Who went: 2 boys (age 6) and 1 girl (age 4.) What we did: The three children enjoyed 1 1/2 hours of bumper bowling fun and a cheap fountain beverage.  If you have little ones the alley will also give …Read the Rest

Guide to Holiday Lights around Greater Grand Rapids

Guide to Holiday Lights around Greater Grand Rapids
December 8, 2011
Christmas

Hoping to see some great holiday lights this season without having to put them up yourself?  Grab your PJ’s, hot cocoa and cookies, pile in the car and enjoy these homes even Clark Griswold would love. 1. Holiday Road A …Read the Rest

What Are Your Christmas Traditions?

What Are Your Christmas Traditions?
December 7, 2011
Christmas

Tradition:   a long-established custom or belief that has been passed on from generation to generation (as defined by Webster). Tradition:  all of the fun crafts, and activities we do at Christmas (as defined by my 6 year old). I love …Read the Rest

Santa Sightings

Santa Sightings
November 25, 2011
Christmas

  Looking for a place to visit with Santa but don’t know his holiday schedule? Look no further!  The GRKids family has made a Santa List and checked it twice for you this season.   AJ’s Fun Park/ Nite Lites …Read the Rest