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Wild Wednesday
Date: 1/7/2009 - 1/7/2009
( 11:00 a.m.
to 12:00 p.m.
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Join us for an educational program (story, animal or craft) in the warmth of Professor Beardsley's Research Station. In addition, all children will receive one free Carousel pass, and all adults will receive a free cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate.
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Wild Wednesday
Date: 1/14/2009 - 1/14/2009
( 11:00 a.m.
to 12:00 p.m.
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Join us for an educational program (story, animal or craft) in the warmth of Professor Beardsley's Research Station. In addition, all children will receive one free Carousel pass, and all adults will receive a free cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate.
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Wild Wednesday
Date: 1/21/2009 - 1/21/2009
( 11:00 a.m.
to 12:00 p.m.
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Join us for an educational program (story, animal or craft) in the warmth of Professor Beardsley's Research Station. In addition, all children will receive one free Carousel pass, and all adults will receive a free cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate.
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Wild Wednesday
Date: 1/28/2009 - 1/28/2009
( 11:00 a.m.
to 12:00 p.m.
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Join us for an educational program (story, animal or craft) in the warmth of Professor Beardsley's Research Station. In addition, all children will receive one free Carousel pass, and all adults will receive a free cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate.
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Asian New Year Event
Date: 1/31/2009 - 1/31/2009
( noon
to 3 p.m.
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It's the Year of the Ox! We'll celebrate with a children's parade, story time, crafts, and talks about related animals. Snow date is Feb. 7.
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February 2009 |
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Wild Wednesday
Date: 2/4/2009 - 2/4/2009
( 11:00 a.m.
to 12:00 p.m.
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Join us for an educational program (story, animal or craft) in the warmth of Professor Beardsley's Research Station. In addition, all children will receive one free Carousel pass, and all adults will receive a free cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate.
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Explorer Open House
Date: 2/4/2009 - 2/4/2009
( 7 p.m.
to 8 p.m.
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Teens interested in learning more about zoos and zoo careers are welcome to attend our Explorer Open House (parents are welcome, too). Explorers are young men and women 14-21 years old that are affiliated with the Boy Scouts of America. The Explorers are special interest posts where members learn and participate in specific life skills. Zoo Explorer Post members attend lecture style classes with hands-on activities from February to August. Explorers may then be eligible to take part in a zookeeper shadow day in September or October. Interested teens or parents can call Chris Clark in our Education Department at 203-394-6563 for more information. The fee for the Explorers program is $85. The open house is free. SNOW DATE: February 5.
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Wild Wednesday
Date: 2/11/2009 - 2/11/2009
( 11:00 a.m.
to 12:00 p.m.
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Join us for an educational program (story, animal or craft) in the warmth of Professor Beardsley's Research Station. In addition, all children will receive one free Carousel pass, and all adults will receive a free cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate.
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Wild Wednesday
Date: 2/18/2009 - 2/18/2009
( 11:00 a.m.
to 12:00 p.m.
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Join us for an educational program (story, animal or craft) in the warmth of Professor Beardsley's Research Station. In addition, all children will receive one free Carousel pass, and all adults will receive a free cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate.
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Wild Wednesday
Date: 2/25/2009 - 2/25/2009
( 11:00 a.m.
to 12:00 p.m.
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Join us for an educational program (story, animal or craft) in the warmth of Professor Beardsley's Research Station. In addition, all children will receive one free Carousel pass, and all adults will receive a free cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate.
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March 2009 |
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Zoo Tots
Date: 3/10/2009 - 3/10/2009
( 10:30 a.m.
to 11:30 a.m.
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This monthly program for children 18 months to three years, who are accompanied by an adult, may includes stories, activities, crafts and live animals. This session, entitled "The Eyes Have It," will focus on animal eyes. Pre-registration is required by calling 203-394-6563. The cost is $10 for zoo members and one child, and $15 for non-members and one child.
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Zoo Tots
Date: 3/10/2009 - 3/10/2009
( 1 p.m.
to 2 p.m.
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This monthly program for children 18 months to three years, who are accompanied by an adult, may includes stories, activities, crafts and live animals. This session, entitled "The Eyes Have It," will focus on animal eyes. Pre-registration is required by calling 203-394-6563. The cost is $10 for zoo members and one child, and $15 for non-members and one child.
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Tiny Adventurers Program
Date: 3/25/2009 - 3/25/2009
( 10:30 a.m.
to 11:30 a.m.
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This program for children ages 3 to 5 (and one caregiver) takes place the last Wednesday of September, October November, March, April and May. Each day, there will be two sessions: one at 10:30 a.m and one at 1:00 p.m. We will learn about an animal or area of the Zoo by visiting a Zookeeper and having a special talk. We will also create a craft and meet one of our education animals up close. Each program will last 45 minutes to an hour. March’s topic is “The Wonders of Wolves.” Participants must call the Education Department at 203-394-6563 for reservations. The fee is $10 for members (one adult and one child) and $15 for non-members (one adult and one child).
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Tiny Adventurers Program
Date: 3/25/2009 - 3/25/2009
( 1 p.m.
to 2 p.m.
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This program for children ages 3 to 5 (and one caregiver) takes place the last Wednesday of September, October November, March, April and May. Each day, there will be two sessions: one at 10:30 a.m and one at 1:00 p.m. We will learn about an animal or area of the Zoo by visiting a Zookeeper and having a special talk. We will also create a craft and meet one of our education animals up close. Each program will last 45 minutes to an hour. March’s topic is “The Wonders of Wolves.” Participants must call the Education Department at 203-394-6563 for reservations. The fee is $10 for members (one adult and one child) and $15 for non-members (one adult and one child).
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April 2009 |
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Zoo Tots
Date: 4/14/2009 - 4/14/2009
( 10:30 a.m.
to 11:30 a.m.
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This monthly 45-minute program for children 18 months to three years, who are accompanied by an adult, may include stories, activities, crafts and live animals. Pre-registration is required by calling 203-394-6563. The cost is $10 for zoo members and one child, and $15 for non-members and one child. This session, entitled The Nose Knows, will focus on animals’ sense of smell.
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Zoo Tots
Date: 4/14/2009 - 4/14/2009
( 1 p.m.
to 2 p.m.
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This monthly 45-minute program for children 18 months to three years, who are accompanied by an adult, may include stories, activities, crafts and live animals. Pre-registration is required by calling 203-394-6563. The cost is $10 for zoo members and one child, and $15 for non-members and one child. This session, entitled The Nose Knows, will focus on animals’ sense of smell.
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Tiny Adventurers Program
Date: 4/29/2009 - 4/29/2009
( 10:30 a.m.
to 11:30 a.m.
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This program for children ages 3 to 5 (and one caregiver) takes place the last Wednesday of September, October November, March, April and May. Each day, there will be two sessions: one at 10:30 a.m and one at 1:00 p.m. We will learn about an animal or area of the Zoo by visiting a Zookeeper and having a special talk. We will also create a craft and meet one of our education animals up close. Each program will last 45 minutes to an hour. April’s topic is “Oh those Otters.” Participants must call the Education Department at 203-394-6563 for reservations. The fee is $10 for members (one adult and one child) and $15 for non-members (one adult and one child).
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Tiny Adventurers Program
Date: 4/29/2009 - 4/29/2009
( 1 p.m.
to 2 p.m.
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This program for children ages 3 to 5 (and one caregiver) takes place the last Wednesday of September, October November, March, April and May. Each day, there will be two sessions: one at 10:30 a.m and one at 1:00 p.m. We will learn about an animal or area of the Zoo by visiting a Zookeeper and having a special talk. We will also create a craft and meet one of our education animals up close. Each program will last 45 minutes to an hour. April’s topic is “Oh those Otters.” Participants must call the Education Department at 203-394-6563 for reservations. The fee is $10 for members (one adult and one child) and $15 for non-members (one adult and one child).
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May 2009 |
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Zoo Tots
Date: 5/12/2009 - 5/2/2009
( 1 p.m.
to 2 p.m.
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This program for children ages 18 months to three years (who are accompanied by an adult) may include stories, games, crafts and a live animal presentation. This session, entitled “Hop To It,” will focus on animals that hop, jump and even bounce. The cost is $10 for zoo members and one child, and $15 for non-members and one child. To reserve a space in the program, pre-register by calling the zoo’s Education Department at 203-394-6563.
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Zoo Tots
Date: 5/12/2009 - 5/12/2009
( 10:30 a.m.
to 11:30 a.m.
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This program for children ages 18 months to three years (who are accompanied by an adult) may include stories, games, crafts and a live animal presentation. This session, entitled “Hop To It,” will focus on animals that hop, jump and even bounce. The cost is $10 for zoo members and one child, and $15 for non-members and one child. To reserve a space in the program, pre-register by calling the zoo’s Education Department at 203-394-6563.
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Tiny Adventurers Program
Date: 5/27/2009 - 5/27/2009
( 10:30 a.m.
to 11:30 a.m.
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This program for children ages 3 to 5 (and one caregiver) takes place the last Wednesday of September, October November, March, April and May. Each day, there will be two sessions: one at 10:30 a.m and one at 1:00 p.m. We will learn about an animal or area of the Zoo by visiting a Zookeeper and having a special talk. We will also create a craft and meet one of our education animals up close. Each program will last 45 minutes to an hour. May’s topic is “Zoo Babies.” Participants must call the Education Department at 203-394-6563 for reservations. The fee is $10 for members (one adult and one child) and $15 for non-members (one adult and one child).
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Tiny Adventurers Program
Date: 5/27/2009 - 5/27/2009
( 1 p.m.
to 2 p.m.
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This program for children ages 3 to 5 (and one caregiver) takes place the last Wednesday of September, October November, March, April and May. Each day, there will be two sessions: one at 10:30 a.m and one at 1:00 p.m. We will learn about an animal or area of the Zoo by visiting a Zookeeper and having a special talk. We will also create a craft and meet one of our education animals up close. Each program will last 45 minutes to an hour. May’s topic is “Zoo Babies.” Participants must call the Education Department at 203-394-6563 for reservations. The fee is $10 for members (one adult and one child) and $15 for non-members (one adult and one child).
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