%20017%20(1080p).mkv_20230903_001551.401.jpg "CMC017") **Episode 17: Maru-chan Really Wants a Bird!/Maru-chan Has a Birthday Party!** **Original Airdate: April 29th, 1990** Maruko has sparrow fever and begs her parents non-stop to buy one for her. Then, Maruko's dreams of a grand birthday party are dashed when her mother exercises her executive authority over the guest list. Timing help provided by Mr. Manager.