Mix up a good time and support Peoria Zoo at Zootini – the wildest martini tasting event ever – on Thursday, May 8 from 5:30 to 8:00 pm, presented by Peoria Zoological Society at the Zambezi River Lodge.

A variety of martinis (shaken, not stirred) will be served by ten different local restaurants at an after-hours event in Africa! Taste a variety of martinis and walk the boardwalk with friends for a wonderful evening event. Your ticket includes Zoo admission, three complimentary drink tickets, appetizers and live music.

Purchase advance tickets before April 28 for $45 each. Tickets may be purchased after April 28 or at the door for $50 each. Tickets are available for purchase at the Safari Gift Shop at Peoria Zoo, online at www.peoriazoo.org or by calling (309) 681-3500. The event is sponsored in part by Dave Gill Insurance and Heaven on Earth.

Peoria Zoological Society is currently raising funds for the Power of Play. This project will bring a daylong destination for learning through play to Glen Oak Park with the creation of the Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum and the expanded Peoria Zoo. Not able to join us? Donations are accepted and greatly appreciated! Make checks payable to Peoria Zoological Society (PZS) and mail to: 2320 N. Prospect Road, Peoria, IL61603. PZS is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization; all donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.

For more information, contact Brenda O’Russa, Peoria Zoological Society Development Director, at (309) 681-3500. Visit our website at www.peoriazoo.org.