Japanese Garden

In 1959, “Duke” Yoshimura came to work in Micke Grove Park and asked Mr. William Micke for permission to build a Japanese Garden for the Japanese community to show solidarity with the people of San Joaquin County.

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Zoo Summer Camps at Micke Grove Zoo!
June 1, 2026 — July 24, 2026 | 8 AM — 4 PM

REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 27, call (209) 953-8800 to register! Wild adventures await with Zoo Summer Camp at Micke Grove Zoo! Register children ages 7 - 11 for these engaging, hands-on experiences that combine education, creativity and outdoor exploration. Camps will run Monday through Friday beginning June 1 - June 5 and concluding July 20 - July 24. Cost is $100 per participant, with an additional $90 fee for each sibling.

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Astronomy In The Park
April 25, 2026 | 4 PM — 10 PM

Come explore Jupiter, Venus, Orion Nebula and the Bodes Galaxies at the next Astronomy in the Park on Saturday, April 25 at Shumway Oak Grove Regional Park. Activities start at 4 p.m. in the Nature Center.

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