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As the weather gets colder out, residents of the tristate region bid farewell to fun summer activities until next year. But at the Elmwood Park Zoo, the entertainment continues! When winter seems boring and there isn't anything to do, families can pay a visit to the local animal park, which offers a wide range of enjoyable endeavors. That's because the zoo is open all year round. The wildlife refuge is the perfect destination for bonding with the family, learning about animals and experiencing new encounters. This season, citizens are invited to visit the walk-around safari and participate in the vast amenities it has to offer.

At the Elmwood Park Zoo, the animals aren't the only ones who can celebrate their birthday in the park; children can celebrate at the refuge as well! The animal haven offers birthday packages that are available all year around. Having a birthday at the zoo provides kids with an educational experience complete with delicious food, fun activities and socializing. Since the park does not close seasonally, it makes the ideal place for hosting private events, such as children's birthdays. However, the birthday party rates vary according to the seasons.

At the Elmwood Park Zoo, there is never a dull experience to be had. As one of the leading attractions for things to do near Philadelphia, PA, the zoo is the source for not only a learning opportunity but also fun and entertainment. Elmwood Park Zoo is pleased to announce that they have a variety of upcoming events for the month of August. Aside from hosting weddings and birthday parties, the facility is a known hotspot for zip line courses, festivals, picnics, blood drives and more.

When looking for things to do near Philadelphia, the Elmwood Park Zoo is proud to announce a complete lineup of family-friendly events through the month of July. With the opening of the Birds of Paradise exhibit, adults and children alike can hand-feed tropical sun conures and parakeets every day that the weather cooperates. With giraffe feeding and bison feeding exhibits through July, individuals have the opportunity to come face-to-face with some of the zoo's most popular creatures.

Registration is now available for ZooSnooze overnight campouts at the Elmwood Park Zoo. As a family-friendly environment that hosts numerous activities for children to get up close and personal with the beautiful zoo animals, the zoo has begun uniquely-themed sleepover events for campers of all ages. From June through October, the campout will be held on one Friday per month.

With the arrival of the spring season, the Treetop Adventures park at Elmwood Park Zoo has opened and features obstacle courses and zip lines. For a unique experience, the zoo has recently announced the first Night Adventure in the Treetop Zoofari. The weekend of May 22, those looking for fun things to do in Bucks County can experience the thrill of the adventures after the sun has set. Beginning at 7 pm, the Night Adventure on Friday, May 22 is available for Elmwood Park Zoo members only, while Saturday, May 23 is open to the public.

As the weather becomes warmer and families are looking for outdoor activities, Elmwood Park Zoo is announcing the opportunity for guests to make reservations at their outdoor zip line and adventure theme park this spring. With additional courses and unique adventures, their Treetop Adventures is owned and operated by the Elmwood Park Zoo and located in its trees where guests can zip line over animal exhibits.

With the spring season on the horizon, Easter Sunday is right around the corner. Kids and families will be preparing for the holiday throughout the month, and the Elmwood Park Zoo is happy to announce their Easter Bunny brunch and egg hunt that provides fun for the whole family. Join the Elmwood Park Zoo family as they will host a brunch the weekend of March 28, as well as Easter weekend, including Easter Sunday. The event is open to the entire community as non-members are encouraged to take part in the unique event.

With Valentine's Day approaching, parents are looking for babysitters and activities for their kids in order to enjoy the romantic holiday together. This year, to help couples take the night off, the Elmwood Park Zoo is announcing their Valentine's Kids Night at the Zoo for children ages 6 through 10. On Saturday, February 14, 2015, couples can drop the kids off at the Zoo starting at 5:30 pm. The event runs until 11 pm, though parents are permitted to pick their children up any time after 8 pm.

Elmwood Park Zoo has kicked off its Winter Care Appeal, an annual fundraiser that aims to support the non-profit organization at a time of the year when revenue is at its lowest. As one of the primary locations for things to do in Bucks County, PA, the Elmwood Park Zoo relies on admission and concession income to fund the caretaking of the hundreds of rare and endangered animals in its collection. Winter's inclement weather negatively impacts the Zoo's attendance and thus directly affects the Zoo's purchasing ability. This year's Winter Care Appeal has a fundraising goal of $100,000. The Zoo hopes to raise this money to offset its loss in revenue that would normally go toward animal care and facility maintenance.