The Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens in Hilo will be temporarily closed this Friday, October 14, for a school-based educational event consisting of local 3rd and 4th grade students from area schools.  The event is scheduled to include motivational speakers, educational presentations, music, and lunch provided by the Akaka Falls Lions Club.

The Zoo will resume normal operations on Saturday, October 15, with gates open to the public at 10:00 a.m., while the Friends of the Pana‘ewa Zoo will hold their annual Plant Sale fundraiser at the Pana‘ewa Equestrian Center Saturday from 8am-2pm