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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) - During your holiday break, enjoy some festive family fun all over West Michigan. There are many great ideas to keep the kids busy and Maranda has a link to some of her favorite picks. Check them out!

GRAM Winter Break Fun
Thursday, December 19 through Saturday, December 22
Grand Rapids Art Museum
Each day from 10am-3pm there will be hands on activities for families taking place.

Holiday Nights at Binder Park Zoo
Friday, December 21 through Sunday, December 23
Binder Park Zoo - Battle Creek
From 5-8pm each night, families can stroll the lit paths of the zoo and see the animals, ride the carousel, participate in special holiday activities and meet Santa and Mrs. Claus.

The Nutcracker
Friday, December 21 through Sunday, December 23
DeVos Performance Hall - Grand Rapids
The Grand Rapids Ballet presents The Nutcracker!

Holiday Magic Planetarium Show
Saturday, December 22 & Sunday, December 23
Grand Rapids Public Museum
This dazzling laser light show is accompanied by your favorite Christmas songs.  Sing along and make this a part of your family's holiday tradition.  The show is at 1pm on both days.

Shrek the Musical
Sunday, December 23 at 7:30pm
Forest Hills Fine Arts Center - Grand Rapids
www.fhfineartscenter.com
The fun film comes to life on the stage with Shrek the ogre and his swamp-dwelling friends.

Find fantastic ideas for your family for every occasion on Maranda Where You Live.  Tune in December 21 and 33 to see how West Michigan is celebrating the holiday, from local companies that are giving back and brightening the season for others, to expert advice on smart spending during this busy time of year.  Watch Fridays at 7pm on WXSP and Saturdays at 7:30am & 7:30pm on WOTV and 6:30pm on WOOD TV.  Get more information about Maranda online at www.wotv4women.com.