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Turtle Back Zoo is OPEN 10am to 4pm

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Upcoming Events

03 August

SUMMER STAGE | Ron Albanese LIVE CONCERT

August 3, 2024 Available Family Fun, Special Event 		View Details
04 August

Turtle Back Hatchlings

August 4, 2024 Berson Education Center, 560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052 Available Uncategorized 		View Details
04 August

SUMMER STAGE | Ron Albanese LIVE CONCERT

August 4, 2024 Available Family Fun, Special Event 		View Details

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Turtle Back Zoo

Penguin House CLOSED due to maintenance.