The Buttonwood Park Zoological Society currently has an opening for a Marketing/Events Intern.  The internship will not only provide practical hands-on marketing experience, but also an in-depth understanding of a non-profit and cultural organization. The marketing/events intern reports to the Executive Director.  The intern will assist with researching, implementing and tracking marketing initiatives and...

Wednesday, January 20, 2009 Zoo Explorers: The Mystery of the Scrambled Eggs • 10:30 am Cost: Zoo admission + $5 per family Does your 3 to 5-year-old love Dora and Diego?  Then join us for this real life mini-adventure at the zoo.  Help the zoo staff solve “The Mystery of the Scrambled Eggs.”  This adventure will take place in the barn, but please dress for the weather. Register the day of program...

This is your chance to get your hands on a great book of environmentally based activities for children of all ages and grades k – 12! Energize your classroom and students with this national environmental curriculum that helps children learn how to think about nature, not what to think. What: Project Learning Tree workshop Where: Buttonwood Park Zoo When: Saturday, January 23, 2010 9am – 4pm Cost: $15 per...

The Park Board will host a public hearing on the Zoo’s Draft Master Plan on January 19, 2011 at 6pm at the Warming House.  To view the Zoo’s Draft Master Plan Click Here. For more information, please call the Zoo at (508) 991-6178.

The Buttonwood Park Zoo is pleased to announce the arrival of a new cougar cub!  The male cub is now out on exhibit and ready for his debut!  Why not come visit our new baby this week and help another baby at the same time?  Anyone who visits the Zoo and brings a new baby product or gently used baby toy between Monday, December 28th and Thursday, December 31st will earn one free adult admission.  See the...

Milk & Cookies with Santa is going foward today at 12:30 PM!  We have managed to have a portion of the Zoo lot plowed, but we encourage carpooling to ensure there is adequate space for everyone.  If you have any questions, please call 508-991-4556, ext 10.

The Zoo will be closed today and all events cancelled due to the current weather conditions.  Registration for today’s Milk & Cookies with Santa may be transferred to tomorrow at 12:30 PM.  Otherwise, refunds will be issued on Monday, December 21st.

Santa has arrived at the Zoo! Santa will be stopping into the Zoo for one last weekend.  There are three different events designed to fit into any busy holiday calendar! Space is limited in these programs. Sign up early and don’t miss your chance to visit with Santa and the animals. ________________________________________________________________________________ BREAKFAST WITH SANTA Saturdays, December...

MILK & COOKIES WITH SANTA December 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21 Zoo Members: $6/person Non-Members: $9/person Children under 1 are free Enjoy cookies and milk with Santa before he makes his annual trip.  Photo, gift from Santa, train ride and admission to the zoo for the day is included in program price.   Space is limited but there are a few openings left!  Register securely online or call (508) 991-4556,...

Santa is coming to the Zoo before he embarks on his journey ’round the world on December 24th! We’ve got events scheduled to fit into any busy holiday calendar.  All of our events feature a photo with Santa and a train ride.  Space is limited so be sure to find the right program for you and REGISTER TODAY! Check our Calendar Page for non-registration events offered in December like Merry Tuba Christmas. ...