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Buttonwood Park ZooLetter |
April 2010 | |
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Hours and Information |
Buttonwood Park Zoo is open every day (except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day) from 10:00am - 5:00pm. Gates close at 4:30pm.
Admission Fees
Adult:$6.00
Senior:$4.50
Teen:$4.50
Child 3-12: $3.00
Child under 3: Free
Group rates are available for groups of 10 or more with advance registration.
Call (508) 991-6178 for more information.
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Spring vacation is just a few weeks away. Don't miss our Spring Fling Week activities including entertainment, crafts and a special celebration of the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. As the weather gets nicer, don't forget to stop by and see some of our new animals that arrived over the winter! |
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Weekly Favorites
Every Monday at 10:30AM and 12:30PM
Zoo admission + $5/family
Sing, dance and play the hour away with the famous Toe Jam Puppet Band!
Toddler Tales
Every Thursday at 10:30AM
Cost: Free with zoo admission
Enjoy a zooper fun story time at the zoo! Toddler Tales is free with zoo admission and includes a snack and a craft/activity. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Please note: there will be no Toddler Tales on Thursday, April 22.
Monkey Business
Every Friday 1:00PM-4:00PM
Cost: Free with zoo admission
Join us for our open play Fridays. This is a great way to wrap up the school week with a quick visit with the animals and an afternoon of games, toys and puzzles. We'll provide the toys, you provide the monkeys! Please note: there will be no Monkey Business on Friday, April 23.
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Scrapbooking Workshop
Saturday, April 17 1:00-4:00PM Cost: Zoo admission + $5/participant
Create a special zoo themed make-and-take for beginners or bring your own supplies for open scrapbooking. Participants of all experiences are welcome and are asked to bring their scrapbooking supplies and/or at least 5-10 pictures. Recommended for children 10 and up.
Participants are asked to pre-register by calling (508)991-4556 x 18 or by visiting www.bpzoo.org. |
Spring Fling Week
April 19-23, Monday thru Friday
Cost: Free with zoo admission
Spring has sprung at the Buttonwood Park Zoo and we're celebrating all week long with a different entertainer and craft each day. Crafts will be from noon to 2:00PM. Join us for a special celebration of the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day on Thursday, April 22nd. Please visit www.bpzoo.org for more information about Spring Fling Week.
Entertainment Schedule
Monday, April 19: Toe Jam Puppet Band at 10:30AM and 12:30PM
Tuesday, April 20: Jody Scalise (comedy, mime, storytelling and songs) at 11:00AM
Wednesday, April 21: Tony Baloney (magic) at 11:00AM
Thursday, April 22: Vic and Sticks (musical due who perform with recycled instruments) at 11:00AM
Friday, April 23: Toe Jam Puppet Band at 10:30AM and 12:30PM
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Birthday Parties at the Zoo
The Buttonwood Park Zoo is now booking birthday parties. If you are interested in holding your child's birthday party at the zoo, please call the Bear's Den Caf� at (508) 991-4556, ext. 6 at least 2 weeks prior to the party. If the date is available, a $25 deposit will be required to hold it for your party.
Price: $11/person
Members' Price: $10/person and the birthday child is free!
This birthday package is available for groups of 10 to 20. If adults accompany children to the party and participate in lunch, the charge is $10 or $11. If adults accompany children to the party, but do not participate in lunch, the charge is a $5 per adult.
The birthday package includes:
- Admission to the zoo
- A reserved, decorated section of the Bear's Den Caf�
- New! Lunch includes 2 slices of pizza and a small beverage
- A birthday cake (1/4 sheet cake)
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Save the Date: Wild Night at the Zoo
Saturday, June 26 SAVE THE DATE for the Buttonwood Park Zoological Society's Annual Fundraiser on Saturday, June 26th and party with a purpose! Have a Wild Night at the Zoo and help sustain the Zoo's educational and conservation programs. The event includes a dinner buffet, open bar and a photo with our Asian elephants, Emily & Ruth! Stay tuned for more information on these upcoming events! |
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April Coupon
Free Popcorn with $5.00 Purchase
At the Bear's Den Cafe
Present this coupon prior to cafe purchase and recieve a free popcorn with your purchase of $5 or more (excludes sales tax). Valid throughout the month of April 2010.
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Offer Expires: April 30, 2010 |
Contact Info Buttonwood Park Zoological Society
(508) 991-4556 www.bpzoo.org | | |
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