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Buttonwood Park Zoo Press Release
Buttonwood Park Zoo Announces Summer Events
 
New Bedford, MA- Buttonwood Park Zoo proudly announces the Zoo's June and July events.  The Zoo is expecting the opening of the Wildlife Carousel this July.  For more information about these events or updates on the Wildlife Carousel, please visit www.bpzoo.org.  
                                                                                       

Toe Jam Puppet Band
Every Monday                                                               10:30AM and 12:30PM
Cost: Zoo admission + $5/family
 
  
Sing, dance and play the hour away with the famous Toe Jam Puppet Band!  


Toddler Tales
Every Thursday                                                             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. 


World Oceans Day
Saturday, June 5 and Sunday, June 6                           All Day
Cost: Free with zoo admission


Buttonwood Park Zoo is joining forces with Dr. Seuss to create a splash for World Oceans Day and the 50th anniversary of Dr. Seuss's beloved book: One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish!  Join us for fun activities and giveaways throughout the weekend. 
 
Spring Lecture Series
Basking with Humpbacks: Tracking Threatened Marine Life in New England Waters
Tuesday, June 15th                                                       7:00PM
Cost: Free
 
The Buttonwood Park Zoological Society's Spring Lecture Series continues!  Rhode Island-based author Todd McLeish will take us along on an entertaining journey with biologists who are studying these creatures to better understand the complex threats they face. He follows basking sharks-the second largest fish in the sea-as they search for food, helps harbor porpoises escape from fishing nets, snorkels in search of wild bay scallops, and learns how the blood of horseshoe crabs is used in medical research. Along the way he visits the islands where rare seabirds nest, tracks humpback whales on their long migration to the Gulf of Maine, and watches as stranded sea turtles are released back into the ocean.
 
 
Build a Bird House Workshop
Saturday, June 19                                                            1:00PM
Zoo members: $10/child
Non-members: $20/child
              
 
Create a beautiful wooden birdhouse.  One birdhouse kit is included in the program fee and tools will be provided-no skill necessary.  Additional kits will be available for purchase after the workshop for $6 each.  This workshop is recommended for children ages 5 and up. An adult must accompany each child.  Participants must pre-register and pay in advance by calling the North Woods Gift Store at
(508) 991-4556 x 14. 

 
Father's Day at the Zoo
Sunday, June 20                                                               All Day
Cost: Fathers are free with a paying child
 
           
Enjoy a relaxing Sunday at the Zoo with Dad.  Play "Who's Your Daddy?", a word-based game about animal dads. 
 

Family Twilight Tour
Friday, June 25                                                                6:00PM
Members: $15/person
Non-members: $18/person
Children under 3 FREE
     
Join us for an exciting evening at the Zoo rain or shine!  This 3 � hour program includes a pizza dinner, a mystery theme program, an evening tour of the Zoo and a campfire with s'mores!  Participants must pre-register and pay in advance by calling (508) 991-4556 x 18 or by visiting at www.bpzoo.org.  

  
Wild Night at the Zoo
Saturday, June 26                                                          7:00PM-11:00PM
Cost: $100/person
 
            
Party with a purpose at the Buttonwood Park Zoological Society's Annual Fundraiser.  Have a Wild Night at the Zoo and help sustain the Zoo's educational and conservation programs!  Purchase your tickets at bpzoo.org or by calling (508) 991-4556, ext. 10.  The event includes a dinner buffet, open bar and a photo with our Asian elephants, Emily & Ruth! 
 
Please Note: The Zoo will be closed on Saturday, June 26 to prepare for the Zoo's Gala.  We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding and support. 


Bear Cub Club
Tuesdays, July 20 to August 24                                      10:30AM-noon
Cost: Members:  $65/child; $30 for second child
Non-members:  $95/child; $45 for second child
 
             
 
Run in conjunction with the I.H. Schwartz Center Early Intervention Program, this integrated playgroup is for 2 and 3-year-olds and a parent.  Each day features a visit to an area of the zoo, animal stories and songs, craft projects and a healthy snack.  For more information or to register, please call
(508) 991-6178 x 31. 

 
Bug-A-Rama
Saturday, July 24                                                               1:00-4:00PM
Cost: Free with zoo admission
 
Explore the wonderful world of insects!  Visit the zoo today for buggy crafts and activities, including catch-and-release insect hunts. 


Zoo Crew - Summer 2010
Cost: Zoo Members: $175 per week for one child. (Siblings are $150 each)
Non-Members: $200 per week for one child.  (Siblings are $175 each)
                
 
Zoo Crew is a summer program for children ages 8-12.  Each session has a balance of outdoor and classroom learning opportunities, educational games and activities, crafts, and fun! Each week-long program runs 9:00AM-3:00PM, Monday thru Friday.  For more information or to register, please call the Zoo's education department at (508) 991-6178 x 31. 
  
 
                          
The Buttonwood Park Zoological Society (BPZS), a private, non-profit organization, was founded in 1969 to support the Buttonwood Park Zoo (BPZ) so that the Zoo will be a significant contributor to the conservation of nature both at home and throughout the world.  
 
Buttonwood Park Zoo (BPZ) features over 250 animals and 30 exhibits, including elephants, bison, mountain lions, bears, eagles, seals, otters, and farm animals.  BPZ is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and has been called "one of the finest small zoos in the United States" by that organization.

It is open daily, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information, visit www.bpzoo.org or call (508) 991-6178.
Buttonwood Park Zoological Society
Sarah O'Connell
Executive Director
email: [email protected]
phone: (508) 991-4556 ext. 12