May Events
              May 3rd: Oregon Safe Kids Day
              9 a.m. 2 p.m.
              Join Oregon Safe Kids Coalition to kick off National SAFE KIDS Week, Oregon SAFE KIDS Day will feature exhibits, prizes, safety tips and hands-on activities for children and parents. National SAFE KIDS Week is an annual event that highlights prevention of childhood injuries.
              Free with regular zoo admission.
              For information, call Oregon Safe Kids Coalition at 503-373-1540, ext. 277.
               
              
                
                  | May 4th: Mom & Me at the Zoo10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
 Visit any local Washington Mutual financial center to pick up discount tickets to our first annual Mom & Me celebration. Special activities for kids and treats for moms round out this fun day. Free with zoo admission. |  | 
                
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              May 11: Mother's Day Brunch
              9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
              The Catering Department at the Oregon Zoo invites you to join us for our 7th annual Mother's Day Brunch.
              
              Display of Fresh Seasonal Fruits
              Assorted Pastries and Muffins
              Scrambled Eggs with Cheddar & Fresh Chives
              Rosemary Roasted Red Potatoes
              Crisp Bacon and Link Sausage
              Made-to-order Omelettes
              Cider Cured Pork Loin with Dried Fruit Chutney
              Cinnamon Swirl French Toast with Real Maple Syrup
              Smoked Salmon Tortellini with Lemon Caper Cream
              Penne Pasta Primavera Salad with Vegetables &
                    Sun-dried Tomato Pesto Dressing
              Spinach Salad with Red Onion, Toasted Pine Nuts,
                    Feta Cheese & Herb Dressing
              Bay Shrimp and Cucumber Salad
              Fresh Asparagus with Black Currant Balsamic Dressing
              And oh, the desserts...
              
              $15.95 Adults (12 and older)
              $ 7.95 Youth (ages 3-11)
              Zoo admission not included in the price and not required for the brunch
              
              Reservations highly recommended
              Mothers Day Reservation Line: 503-525-4299
              May 17th: Celebrating Wildflowers
              A fun and beautiful celebration of wildflowers and migratory birds native to the Northwest.
              May 24th: Winged Wonders Grand Re-Opening
              10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
               A temporary exhibit of butterflies will enchant zoo visitors again this summer. Learn about these wonderful creatures, and how you can attract them to your own backyard in this interesting, interactive exhibit. Grand opening activities include games and crafts 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
A temporary exhibit of butterflies will enchant zoo visitors again this summer. Learn about these wonderful creatures, and how you can attract them to your own backyard in this interesting, interactive exhibit. Grand opening activities include games and crafts 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
              Exhibit open May 24 - September 1, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Additional fee for entrance.
              
              
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