September 15th at John Ball Zoo Park. Picnic Area: The Grove - Lunch at 11:30 with Zoo visit to follow.
Admission to the zoo is as follows: Adults and Seniors $5.00 Children 3-13 $4.00 Children under 2 are free.
Zoo hours are 10:00am to 4:00pm
Bring the family, your own beverages (no alcohol) and a dish to pass for this fun event. Hot dogs will be provided.
Suggested items needed for this picnic: Paper plates, napkins, Chips, etc.
DIRECTIONS:
The Zoo is conveniently located at the corner of Fulton and Valley (1300 W. Fulton) just west of downtown Grand Rapids. The Zoo is two miles west of downtown Grand Rapids and there is easy access from the I-196 expressway.
From 196 east take Lake Michigan Dr. exit and go right to Fulton. The Zoo entrance is located to your right.
From 196 west, take the Lane St. exit. Turn left on Lane and go to Fulton St. Turn right on Fulton, and proceed to corner of Fulton and Valley for Zoo entrance.
http://www.accesskent.com/CultureLeisureAndTransit/Zoo/zoo_index.htm