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SUMMARY:Invasive Species Early Detection Hike - Maplewood Park (10/8)
DESCRIPTION:Join zoo naturalists and members of the community on a hike Saturday\, October 8th from 10:00 am-11:00 am at Maplewood Park to learn about and find invasive species in our local area. An invasive species is a species of non-native plant or animal that can disrupt the balance\, biodiversity\, and overall health of native plants and animals. The Seneca Park Zoo Society has teamed up with the Finger Lakes Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (FL-PRISM) to find\, report\, and educate the public on these invasive species by hiking through this area of Rochester that has not yet been surveyed. \nRegister here.
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/invasive-species-early-detection-hike-maplewood-park-10-8/
LOCATION:Maplewood Park\, 89 Maplewood Dr\, Rochester\, NY\, 14615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Nature Hikes
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SUMMARY:Seneca Park Zoo Fall Fest - Kickoff/Scarecrow Weekend!
DESCRIPTION:For the entire month of October we will be celebrating our first-ever Seneca Park Zoo Fall Fest! Enjoy fun Fall décor\, special seasonal treats\, and themed weekends. If the smell and sight of apples\, pumpkins\, scarecrows\, and hay bales is something you’re into then this will be the perfect time to visit the Zoo! \nThis first weekend will feature a fall-themed Zoo and kickoff with the start of our Scarecrow Contest. Guests who visit the Zoo will be able to see scarecrow submissions and vote on their favorite. \nScarecrow Contest Information: \nAll contestants will be supplied with a basic scarecrow “T-frame” which must be used for the basic frame of your scarecrow.  Your creativity and imagination can take it from there!  Here are a few more things we want you to know: \n\nScarecrows can be no taller than 6’   \nScarecrows must be family-friendly\, and can be any theme\, color\, shape\, etc.  \nScarecrows will be displayed outdoors and must be able to withstand all weather conditions \nScarecrows must arrive at the Zoo assembled and ready to display with any accessories securely attached. \nScarecrows can be dropped off at the Zoo any day between September 23 -Oct 5 between 9:30 am and 4:00 pm \nVoting (by Zoo guests) will take place October 8 – 31\, 2022.   \nThe scarecrow that gets the most votes throughout the month will be declared the Fall Fest Scarecrow winner! Winner will receive a private tour of Seneca Park Zoo with Steve Lacy\, Seneca Park Zoo Director. \n\nNeed some creative inspiration?  Check out these videos: \n\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPsCBJDLxFs \n\n\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ThaReMXYGI  
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/seneca-park-zoo-fall-fest-kickoff-scarecrow-weekend/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Fall Fest,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
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SUMMARY:Invasive Species Early Detection Hike - Four Mile Creek Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join zoo naturalists and members of the community on a hike Thursday\, June 16th from 6:00 pm-7:00 pm at Four Mile Creek Preserve to learn about and find invasive species in our local area. An invasive species is a species of non-native plant or animal that can disrupt the balance\, biodiversity\, and overall health of native plants and animals. The Seneca Park Zoo Society has teamed up with the Finger Lakes Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (FL-PRISM) to find\, report\, and educate the public on these invasive species by hiking through this area of Rochester that has not yet been surveyed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/invasive-species-early-detection-hike-four-mile-creek-preserve-2/
LOCATION:Four Mile Creek Preserve
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Nature Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T180000
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SUMMARY:2022 Drive for Wildlife Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join the 2022 Drive For Wildlife Golf Tournament\, a charity tournament to support the Seneca Park Zoo Society. Hosts Eric Allen and Lee Wilson have arranged a terrific event at The Links at Greystone on Monday\, September 26th. \nYou’ll be playing a four-person scramble format with two-putt and double-bogey max. Mulligans will be available prior to the start of the tournament\, and you’ll have a chance to win great prizes with on-course contests like Closest to the Pin\, Hole-in-one\, Chip Island and more. And don’t forget to get your chances for the prize drawing! \nNew this year!  Golfers will have a chance to win a $5\,000 golf -trip-of – lifetime with our new Pro-Drive contest. \nLunch will be available at the turn\, and food and drinks will be provided at the end of the day. \n  \nSchedule: \n9 a.m. Registration\n10 a.m. Shotgun Start\n3 p.m. Food and Drinks\, tournament prizes and drawing \n  \nPricing: \n$750 Foursome and Hole Sponsor\n$135 Individual Golfer \nFor more information about tournament sponsorship\, contact Kimberly Cenzi at events@senecazoo.org. \n  \n\n\n\n\nRegister by September 21st\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister below. If you would like to pay by check\, please print and complete this registration form and mail in your payment. \n\nRegister now. \n\nThank you for supporting The Seneca Park Zoo Society! Can’t golf? You can still support the event by making a charitable donation: \nDonate.
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/2022-drive-for-wildlife-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:The Links at Greystone\, 1400 Atlantic Avenue\, Walworth\, NY\, 14568\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drive for Wildlife Golf Tournament,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T170000
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SUMMARY:Great Lakes Clean-UPs 2022 - Durand Eastman Beach
DESCRIPTION:Take part in a multi-city week of clean ups along the Great Lakes! The Seneca Park Zoo Society and the Buffalo Niagara Waterkeepers are asking for volunteers to take part in or host their own community clean ups during the week of April 22nd to May 6th.  As a volunteer\, you could join an existing park clean up hosted by the Seneca Park Zoo or host your own with a group or solo. Clean ups can be anywhere that trash is present and near a local waterway. See information below on registering for scheduled clean ups and how to register your own \n  \nFill out the form below if you’re interested and stay tuned for more information! \n\n\n\n\nScheduled Clean UPs: \nDurand Eastman Beach  (4/23) from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. \nJoin like-minded neighbors to help clean-up our local green spaces. You’ll be amazed at the impact a focused group can make in just three hours. Help us make Rochester a cleaner\, greener city! Please dress for the weather and bring water to stay hydrated. Tools\, bags\, and gloves will be provided and all ages are welcome to attend.  \n\n\nRegister Now\n\nMaple Rose Garden  (5/6) from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. \nJoin like-minded neighbors to help clean-up our local green spaces. You’ll be amazed at the impact a focused group can make in just three hours. Help us make Rochester a cleaner\, greener city! Please dress for the weather and bring water to stay hydrated. Tools\, bags\, and gloves will be provided and all ages are welcome to attend.  \n\n\nRegister Now\n\nRegister your own Clean Up: \nFill out the form below to setup a cleanup of your own! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in having your own organization or group do a community cleanup?  Contact Lead Naturalist for Citizen Science\, Dave Will. 
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/great-lakes-clean-ups-deb/
LOCATION:Durand Eastman Beach\, 1342 Lake Shore Blvd\, Rochester\, NY\, 14614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Park Clean Up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T203000
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SUMMARY:Apples\, Ales & Tails 2022
DESCRIPTION:**This event is over – Thank you for your support! Together we were able to raise more than $14\,00 for conservation and education efforts here at the Zoo and in Madagascar*  \nSeneca Park Zoo Society is excited to announce our second annual Apples\, Ales & Tails event! A cider and beer tasting safari\, this event features tasting stations throughout the entire Zoo! Guests will also enjoy delicious food\, drinks and entertainment\, featuring live music and plenty of fun! \nFunds raised from this event will support the Seneca Park Zoo Society’s many education and conservation programs both here at the Zoo and in our community\, as well as reforestation efforts and lemur conservation in Madagascar. \nFor more information\, contact Kimberly Cenzi\, Special Events Manager – events@senecazoo.org or 585.295.7388. \nNote: You must be 21 yrs and older to attend this event. ID will be required upon entry. \nDATE \nSeptember 24th \nTIME\n5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. | Gates close at 6:30 \nFeatures Included in Ticket Price: \n\nFood\, entertainment\, and tastings- breweries in attendance TBD!\nLive music TBD!\n\nTICKET INFORMATION\n \nGeneral Admission Pre-sale: $50 \nVIP Tickets: $85 \n\nOur VIP ticket purchasers will receive access to exclusive cider\, beer and food offerings in the VIP tent\, along with a Seneca Park Zoo pint glass to take home. Only 100 VIP tickets available!\n\nDesignated Driver: $15 \n\nDesignated Drivers will not be served any alcoholic beverages\, but will enjoy delicious food\, entertainment\, and the opportunity to purchase chances to win some great items in the evening’s raffle.\n\n**Limited number of tickets will be made available**  \n**Must be 21 or older to attend. Please bring a valid photo ID to enter the event. \n  \nList of Breweries/Cideries in Attendance: \nSloop – Thinman – Lagunitas – Stoneyard – Athletic – Jacks Abby – Springdale – Lawsons – Brewdog – Singlecut – Allagash – Steuben – Troegs – Rising Storm – Cigar City – Oskar Blues – Firestone – Meiers – Von Trapp – Threes – Wild Basin – Hudson North – Downeast – Embark – Cider creek – Norwhey
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/apples-ales-tails-2022/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Special Events,ZooBrew
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220917T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
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SUMMARY:Cold Asia (Snow Leopard & Red Panda) Awareness Weekend
DESCRIPTION:September 17 & 18\, we’re celebrating two of our ‘Cold Asia’ area animals in snow leopard & red panda here at the Zoo!  You can celebrate these mesmerizing mammals with activities\, video content and a visit to see Kaba\, Timila\, Kenji\, Starlight\, Lukas and Micah! Craft/activity tables\, video content enrichment demos and more! Make sure to wear some snow leopard/red panda swag if you have any in you closet or grab something from the ZooShop to show your support for these amazing animals. \nSaturday (9/17) and Sunday (9/18) you will be able to see some awesome snow leopard and red panda enrichment live at the Zoo! \nSaturday\, September 17th we are also celebrating Deaf Culture Awareness Day at the Zoo! This year we will be partnering with the Rochester School for the Deaf and RIT’s National Technical Institute for the Deaf to provide accessible programming opportunities to the deaf community right here in our local community. Interpreters will be onsite all day to help provide a great experience for all the scheduled programming. \nSchedule of Live Enrichment Sat. & Sun.: \n10:30 a.m. – Snow Leopard enrichment + Naturalist chat. Keeper Q&A to follow \n12:00 p.m. – Red Panda enrichment + Naturalist chat. Keeper Q&A to follow \n2:00 p.m. –  Red Panda enrichment + Naturalist chat. Keeper Q&A to follow \n3:30 p.m. – Snow Leopard enrichment + Naturalist chat. Keeper Q&A to follow \nDownload the snow leopard ‘Spot the Similarities‘ game! \nLearn more about snow leopards and some of the features they share with other animals at the Zoo! Click here \nPrint out this DIY Snow Leopard Mask! \nChannel the Halloween spirit into snow leopard awareness with this quick and easy snow leopard mask cut-out. \nSupport Snow Leopard Conservation \nWe’re raising funds this week for Snow Leopard Trust and Red Panda Network.  Thank you for helping save snow leopards & red pandas! \nSupport Red Panda Conservation \nDid you know?  \nThe global red panda population has declined by 50% over the last 20 years and there may be as few as 2\,500 remaining in the wild. As is the case with many animals\, habitat loss is the number one threat to the red panda. Factors like deforestation\, unsustainable local herding practices and scarcity of bamboo\, which is 98% of their diet\, are all of great concern. \nAre You a Fan of Red Pandas? Become a Red Panda Ranger!  \nKids that love red pandas and want to get involved in their conservation should pursue becoming a Red Panda Ranger. As a Red Panda Ranger it’s up to you to learn about red pandas and then spread the word about them to people you know. \n\n\nDonate\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFollow us on social media or come back to this page to check out the great videos we’re sharing all week! 
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/cold-asia-snow-leopard-red-panda-awareness-weekend/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Conservation Days
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220917T170000
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SUMMARY:Deaf Culture Awareness Day at the Zoo
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, September 17th as we celebrate Deaf Culture Awareness Day at the Zoo! This year we will be partnering with the Rochester School for the Deaf and RIT’s National Technical Institute for the Deaf to provide accessible programming opportunities to the deaf community right here in our local community. This day will coincide with our ‘Cold Asia’ Awareness Weekend\, which will be focusing on red panda and snow leopard conservation. \nSchedule of Live Enrichment with Sign Language Interpreters: \n10:30 a.m. – Snow Leopard Enrichment & Keeper/Naturalist Chat \n12:00 p.m. – Red Panda Enrichment & Keeper/Naturalist Chat \n2:00 p.m. – Red Panda Enrichment & Keeper/Naturalist Chat \n3:30 p.m. – Snow Leopard Enrichment & Keeper/Naturalist Chat \n  \nOther Activities & Information: \nDownload the snow leopard ‘Spot the Similarities‘ game! \nLearn more about snow leopards and some of the features they share with other animals at the Zoo! Click here \nPrint out this DIY Snow Leopard Mask! \nChannel the Halloween spirit into snow leopard awareness with this quick and easy snow leopard mask cut-out. \nSupport Snow Leopard Conservation \nWe’re raising funds this week for Snow Leopard Trust and Red Panda Network.  Thank you for helping save snow leopards & red pandas! \nSupport Red Panda Conservation \nDid you know?  \nThe global red panda population has declined by 50% over the last 20 years and there may be as few as 2\,500 remaining in the wild. As is the case with many animals\, habitat loss is the number one threat to the red panda. Factors like deforestation\, unsustainable local herding practices and scarcity of bamboo\, which is 98% of their diet\, are all of great concern. \nAre You a Fan of Red Pandas? Become a Red Panda Ranger!  \nKids that love red pandas and want to get involved in their conservation should pursue becoming a Red Panda Ranger. As a Red Panda Ranger it’s up to you to learn about red pandas and then spread the word about them to people you know. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/deaf-culture-awareness-day-at-the-zoo/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Conservation Days
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220917T120000
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SUMMARY:Community Cleanup - Turning Point Park
DESCRIPTION:Join like-minded neighbors to help clean-up our local green spaces. You’ll be amazed at the impact a focused group can make in just a couple hours. Help us make Rochester a cleaner\, greener city! Please dress for the weather and bring water to stay hydrated. Tools\, bags\, and gloves will be provided and all ages are welcome to attend. \nWhen: Saturday\, September 17\, 2022 @ 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.\nWhere: Turning Point Park \nRegister here \nThank you to our Community Cleanup Presenting Sponsor: 
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/community-cleanup-turning-point-park-2/
LOCATION:Turning Point Park\, 260 Boxart Street\, Rochester\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Park Clean Up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T185309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T145039Z
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SUMMARY:Invasive Species Early Detection Nature Hike at Thousand Acre Swamp
DESCRIPTION:Join zoo naturalists and members of the community on a hike Thursday\, September 15th from 6:00 pm-7:00 pm at Thousand Acre Swamp to learn about and find invasive species in our local area. An invasive species is a species of non-native plant or animal that can disrupt the balance\, biodiversity\, and overall health of native plants and animals. The Seneca Park Zoo Society has teamed up with the Finger Lakes Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (FL-PRISM) to find\, report\, and educate the public on these invasive species by hiking through this area of Rochester that has not yet been surveyed. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/invasive-species-early-detection-nature-hike-at-thousand-acre-swamp/
LOCATION:Thousand Acre Swamp\, Veterans Park Way\, Penfield\, NY\, 14526\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Nature Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T185952Z
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SUMMARY:ZooBrew September 2022
DESCRIPTION:** ZooBrew 2022 is BACK for the full season** \nSpend an evening outdoors at the Zoo with a drink in hand at ZooBrew! Enjoy great live music\, delicious food and drink\, and animal experiences at this after-hours event exclusively for adults 21+. \nZooBrew supports elephant conservation with a portion of each ticket sold. ZooBrews have raised nearly $60\,00 for elephant conservation. Help us reach our goal of raising $8\,000 for elephant conservation in 2022! \nJoin us at the only event in town where you can help save elephants from extinction just by attending! \n**Limited number of tickets available. Advance ticket sales end at 2 p.m. the day of ZooBrew or when sold out. Tickets are date specific and non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a ticket holder be unable to attend the event\, the purchase will be considered a donation. \nTickets are $9.50 in advance or $12 at the door (if available)\, and include event admission\, live music\, and animal experiences. Beer\, wine\, and food will be available for purchase. Beer and wine tents accept CASH ONLY. This event is held rain or shine. \nDate:    September 9th \nPrice:     $9.50 in advance (available below) or $12 at the Front Gate (if available) \nMusic: 80’s Night! \nThe Breakfast Club \nMr. Ric \nRoc City Paupers \nVIP Tickets: SOLD OUT \nFor the first time ever\, get a VIP ticket which includes a guaranteed parking spot in the Cornell Cooperative Extension lot\, admission\, separate VIP entry\, and 2 drink tickets. Any guests who carpool with the VIP ticketholder must purchase a general admission ticket in advance. Only 75 VIP tickets available!  \nPrice: $45 \nPurchase Tickets \n  \nThank you to Presenting Sponsor:
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/zoobrew-september-2022/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Special Events,ZooBrew
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220827T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220827T170000
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SUMMARY:Elephant Awareness Weekend
DESCRIPTION:In honor of World Elephant Day (August 12) we’re celebrating and raising awareness for these amazing animals the weekend of August 27 & 28 here at the Zoo!  You can celebrate this iconic mammal with activities\, video content and a visit to see Moki\, Lilac and Genny C.! \nGo Grey for a greyT weekend!   \nHelp show your elephant love by wearing grey on your visit! \nSchedule of Events: \nSaturday 27th- \n\nBarn Tours Open House – 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.\nNaturalist Chat – 12 p.m.\nElephant Watermelon Eating Contest – 2 p.m.\nNaturalist Chat – 3 p.m.\n\nSunday 28th- \n\nSpecial Enrichment Opportunity – 11:30 a.m.\nNaturalist Chat – 12 p.m.\nNaturalist Chat – 3 p.m.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDownload the elephant word search and fun facts! \nLearn more about elephants from this fun puzzle and fact sheet! \nSupport Elephant Conservation \nWe will be raising funds for the International Elephant Foundation\, one of our favorite organizations.  Read about the important work they do here. \n\n\n\n\nFollow us on social media or come back to this page to check out the great videos we’re sharing all week!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our Presenting Conservation Days Sponsor: 
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/elephant-awareness-weekend/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Conservation Days
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220820T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T191910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T145536Z
UID:10000235-1660986000-1660996800@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Community Cleanup - Maplewood Park
DESCRIPTION:Join like-minded neighbors to help clean-up our local green spaces. You’ll be amazed at the impact a focused group can make in just a couple hours. Help us make Rochester a cleaner\, greener city! Please dress for the weather and bring water to stay hydrated. Tools\, bags\, and gloves will be provided and all ages are welcome to attend. \nWhen: Saturday\, August 20\, 2022 @ 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.\n Where: Maplewood Park \n  \nRegister here
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/community-cleanup-maplewood-park/
LOCATION:Maplewood Park\, 89 Maplewood Dr\, Rochester\, NY\, 14615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Park Clean Up
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220819T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220819T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T192403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T145601Z
UID:10000236-1660930200-1660942800@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:ZooBrew August 2022
DESCRIPTION:** ZooBrew 2022 is BACK for the full season** \nSpend an evening outdoors at the Zoo with a drink in hand at ZooBrew! Enjoy great live music\, delicious food and drink\, and animal experiences at this after-hours event exclusively for adults 21+. \nZooBrew supports elephant conservation with a portion of each ticket sold. ZooBrews have raised nearly $60\,00 for elephant conservation. Help us reach our goal of raising $8\,000 for elephant conservation in 2022! \nJoin us at the only event in town where you can help save elephants from extinction just by attending! \n**Limited number of tickets available. Advance ticket sales end at 2 p.m. the day of ZooBrew or when sold out. Tickets are date specific and non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a ticket holder be unable to attend the event\, the purchase will be considered a donation. \nTickets are $9.50 in advance or $12 at the door (if available)\, and include event admission\, live music\, and animal experiences. Beer\, wine\, and food will be available for purchase. Beer and wine tents accept CASH ONLY. This event is held rain or shine. \nDate:    August 19th \nPrice:     $9.50 in advance (available below) or $12 at the Front Gate (if available) \nMusic:  Reggae Night!  \niGNiTE Reggae Band \nThe John Payton Project \nVIP Tickets: \nFor the first time ever\, get a VIP ticket which includes a guaranteed parking spot in the Cornell Cooperative Extension lot\, admission\, separate VIP entry\, and 2 drink tickets. Any guests who carpool with the VIP ticketholder must purchase a general admission ticket in advance. Only 75 VIP tickets available!  \nPrice: $45 \nPurchase Tickets \n  \nThank you to Presenting Sponsor:
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/zoobrew-august-2022/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Special Events,ZooBrew
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220818T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220818T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T192920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T145624Z
UID:10000237-1660845600-1660849200@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Early Detection Hike - Whiting Nature Preserve (8/18)
DESCRIPTION:Join zoo naturalists and members of the community on a hike Thursday\, August 18th from 6:00-7:00 PM at Whiting Nature Preserve – Webster\, NY (410 Whiting Rd) to learn about and find invasive species in our local area. An invasive species is a species of non-native plant or animal that can disrupt the balance\, biodiversity\, and overall health of native plants and animals. The Seneca Park Zoo Society has teamed up with the Finger Lakes Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (FL-PRISM) to find\, report\, and educate the public on these invasive species by hiking through this area of Rochester that has not yet been surveyed. \n\nRegister
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/invasive-species-early-detection-hike-whiting-nature-preserve-8-18/
LOCATION:Whiting Nature Preserve\, 403 Whiting Rd\, Webster\, New York\, 14580\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Nature Hikes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220813T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T193456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T145720Z
UID:10000238-1660384800-1660410000@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Panamanian Golden Frog Awareness Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Panamanian golden frogs at Seneca Park Zoo! Join us August 13 + 14 as we celebrate and learn about this amazing species of frogs and discover a little about the culture that these frogs are native to. Make sure to wear your yellow/golden colored shirt to celebrate in style! \nThis event is FREE with Zoo admission. \n\n\nSchedule of Events:\n  \n\n\n10:30 am – Panamanian Golden Frog Meet & Greet/Keeper Chat \n11:00 am – Traditional Dances of Panama \n1:30 pm – Traditional Dances of Panama \n2:00 pm – Rana Dorada Parade \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease consider donating to our Facebook fundraiser supporting Project Golden Frog. \n\nDonate \n\nThank you to our Presenting Conservation Days Sponsor: 
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/panamanian-golden-frog-awareness-weekend/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Conservation Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T193806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T151756Z
UID:10000239-1660071600-1660082400@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Red Panda Cap Night at the Red Wings
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, August 9th for Red Panda Cap Night at the Rochester Red Wings game. The Red Wings play the Norfolk Tides at 7:05 p.m.\, but you’ll want to get there extra early because the first 1\,000 fans will get a special red panda-themed hat! \nWhen: August 9th @ 7:05 PM \nTickets: Order online at RedWingsBaseball.com or call 423-WING \nTickets
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/red-panda-cap-night-red-wings/
LOCATION:Frontier Field\, 333 Plymouth Ave\, Rochester\, NY\, 14608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T200533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T151827Z
UID:10000242-1659636000-1659639600@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Early Detection Hike - Dolomite Trail (8/4)
DESCRIPTION:Join zoo naturalists and members of the community on a hike Thursday\, August 4th from 6:00-7:00 PM at Dolomite Trail – (4405 Canandaigua Rd\, Walworth\, NY 14568) to learn about and find invasive species in our local area. An invasive species is a species of non-native plant or animal that can disrupt the balance\, biodiversity\, and overall health of native plants and animals. The Seneca Park Zoo Society has teamed up with the Finger Lakes Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (FL-PRISM) to find\, report\, and educate the public on these invasive species by hiking through this area of Rochester that has not yet been surveyed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis hike is closed/at capacity. Check out our other upcoming hikes here. 
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/invasive-species-early-detection-hike-dolomite-trail-8-4/
LOCATION:Dolomite Trail\, Walworth\, New York\, 14568
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Nature Hikes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220801T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220807T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T200959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T150914Z
UID:10000244-1659346200-1659891600@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Member Appreciation Week
DESCRIPTION:This week we’re celebrating our amazing community of members! Members are the heart of Seneca Park Zoo – they understand the importance of saving wildlife and wild places and share a love of their Zoo. \nMembers visiting this week will enjoy a complimentary treat and receive an exclusive\, 2022 Member Pin\, available only this week! (One pin per membership\, available while supplies last.) \nIn addition\, there will be daily drawings and surprise giveaways. \nJust by visiting the Zoo\, members could win: \n\nGRAND PRIZE  Four pack of tickets for the Rochester Red Wings Red Panda Cap Night on August 9.\nZoo Walking Tour for up to 10 guests\nTwo tickets to ZooBrew on August 19\nZooParent Adoption Package\n4×8 Commemorative Zoo Brick\nI <3 Seneca Park Zoo lunch tote\nZoo Pride Water Bottle\n\nBecome a member today! \n 
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/member-appreciation-week22/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T201250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T151948Z
UID:10000245-1658570400-1658682000@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Lion Awareness Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, July 23 + Sunday\, July 24 for Lion Awareness Weekend to learn all about these amazing big cats through keeper chats\, enrichment\, training demonstrations and more. Come out and hear directly from animal care staff about what it’s like to care for the Zoo’s three African lions – Chester\, Zuri\, and Asha. \nLive Enrichment and/or Keeper Chat Schedule: \nSaturday:  10:30 a.m. – Keeper Chat + Enrichment \n3:30 p.m. – Naturalist  Chat \nSunday:     10:30 a.m. – Keeper Chat + Enrichment \n3:30 p.m. – Naturalist  Chat \n  \nLearn more about our conservation partners at Lion Landscape and some of the amazing work they do in the field to support and protect lions in their natural range and donate to our fundraiser which will be supporting this great organization! \n  \nDonate to lion conservation! \n  \nThank you to our Presenting Conservation Days Sponsor:
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/lion-awareness-weekend/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Conservation Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220722T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220722T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T201542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T152031Z
UID:10000246-1658511000-1658523600@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:ZooBrew July 2022
DESCRIPTION:** ZooBrew 2022 is BACK for the full season** \nSpend an evening outdoors at the Zoo with a drink in hand at ZooBrew! Enjoy great live music\, delicious food and drink\, and animal experiences at this after-hours event exclusively for adults 21+. \nZooBrew supports elephant conservation with a portion of each ticket sold. ZooBrews have raised nearly $60\,000 for elephant conservation. Help us reach our goal of raising $8\,000 for elephant conservation in 2022! \nJoin us at the only event in town where you can help save elephants from extinction just by attending! \n**Limited number of tickets available. Advance ticket sales end at 2 p.m. the day of ZooBrew or when sold out. Tickets are date specific and non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a ticket holder be unable to attend the event\, the purchase will be considered a donation. \nTickets are $9.50 in advance or $12 at the door (if available)\, and include event admission\, live music\, and animal experiences. Beer\, wine\, and food will be available for purchase. Beer and wine tents accept CASH ONLY. This event is held rain or shine. \nDate:    July 22nd \nPrice:     $9.50 in advance (available below) or $12 at the Front Gate (if available) \nMusic: Latin Night!  \nSonidos Unidos \nChiticalla \nEl Rojo Jazz \nVIP Tickets: – SOLD OUT CHECK OUT NEXT MONTH’S EVENT!  \nFor the first time ever\, get a VIP ticket which includes a guaranteed parking spot in the Cornell Cooperative Extension lot\, admission\, separate VIP entry\, and 2 drink tickets. Any guests who carpool with the VIP ticketholder must purchase a general admission ticket in advance. Only 75 VIP tickets available!  \nPrice: $45 \n  \nThank you to Presenting Sponsor:
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/zoobrew-july-2022/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Special Events,ZooBrew
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220721T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220721T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T201851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T201851Z
UID:10000247-1658426400-1658430000@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Early Detection Hike - Bisig Trail
DESCRIPTION:Join zoo naturalists and members of the community on a hike Thursday\, July 21st from 6:00 pm-7:00 pm at Bisig Trail to learn about and find invasive species in our local area. An invasive species is a species of non-native plant or animal that can disrupt the balance\, biodiversity\, and overall health of native plants and animals. The Seneca Park Zoo Society has teamed up with the Finger Lakes Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (FL-PRISM) to find\, report\, and educate the public on these invasive species by hiking through this area of Rochester that has not yet been surveyed. \nRegister here
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/invasive-species-early-detection-hike-bisig-trail/
LOCATION:Bisig Trail\, 140 Parkway View\, Hilton\, New York\, 14468
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Nature Hikes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T203458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T152240Z
UID:10000251-1657965600-1657976400@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Water Chestnut Pull at Braddock's Bay State Park (7/16) - Kayaks/Canoes Needed!
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers with Canoes/Kayaks/Paddleboards Needed! \nJoin zoo naturalists and members of the community on a chance to remove an invasive species from our local waterways. We are hosting two a water chestnut pulls on July 14th and 16th from 10am to 1pm located at Braddock’s Bay State Park. This is for the July 16th event. We are looking for volunteers who can bring themselves a kayak or canoe to assist in this amazing opportunity to help Braddock’s Bay in the fight against water chestnut. Without your help this plant could completely cover large areas of Braddock’s Bay which will lower the overall health of the bay. Please sign up below to join if you have a kayak or canoe to help with this event! \n* This project will be done on the water so a kayak/canoe/paddleboard of some kind in order to get out on the water will be required!  \nWhen: Saturday\, July 16\nWhere: Westpoint Marina at Braddock Bay  \n  \nRegister here. \n 
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/water-chestnut-pull-7-16/
LOCATION:Braddock Bay
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220715T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220715T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T203755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T152315Z
UID:10000254-1657908000-1657915200@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Community Cleanup - Durand Beach
DESCRIPTION:Join like-minded neighbors to help clean-up our local green spaces. You’ll be amazed at the impact a focused group can make in just a couple hours. Help us make Rochester a cleaner\, greener city! Please dress for the weather and bring water to stay hydrated. Tools\, bags\, and gloves will be provided and all ages are welcome to attend. \nWhen: Friday\, July 15\, 2022 @ 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.\nWhere: Durand Eastman Beach\, Parking Lot B  \nRegister here.\n\nThank you to our Presenting Sponsor Kinecta for supporting this amazing initiative!
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/community-cleanup-durand-beach-july22/
LOCATION:Durand Eastman Beach\, 1342 Lake Shore Blvd\, Rochester\, NY\, 14614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Park Clean Up
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T202502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T202502Z
UID:10000248-1657821600-1657825200@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Early Detection Hike - Corbett's Glen
DESCRIPTION:Corbett’s Glen – July 14 / 6:00 pm\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin zoo naturalists and members of the community on a hike Thursday\, July 14th from 6:00 pm-7:00 pm at Corbett’s Glen (meeting at north parking lot) to learn about and find invasive species in our local area. An invasive species is a species of non-native plant or animal that can disrupt the balance\, biodiversity\, and overall health of native plants and animals. The Seneca Park Zoo Society has teamed up with the Finger Lakes Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (FL-PRISM) to find\, report\, and educate the public on these invasive species by hiking through this area of Rochester that has not yet been surveyed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/invasive-species-early-detection-hike-corbetts-glen/
LOCATION:Corbett’s Glen\, Rochester\, New York
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Nature Hikes
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T203021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T203021Z
UID:10000249-1657792800-1657803600@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Water Chestnut Pull at Braddock's Bay State Park (7/14) - Kayaks/Canoes Needed!
DESCRIPTION:Braddock Bay – July 14 / 10:00 am\n\n\n\n\nVolunteers with Canoes/Kayaks/Paddleboards Needed! \nJoin zoo naturalists and members of the community on a chance to remove an invasive species from our local waterways. We are hosting two a water chestnut pulls on July 14th and 16th from 10am to 1pm located at Braddock’s Bay State Park. This is for the July 14th event. We are looking for volunteers who can bring themselves a kayak or canoe to assist in this amazing opportunity to help Braddock’s Bay in the fight against water chestnut. Without your help this plant could completely cover large areas of Braddock’s Bay which will lower the overall health of the bay. Please sign up below to join if you have a kayak or canoe to help with this event! \n* This project will be done on the water so a kayak/canoe/paddleboard of some kind in order to get out on the water will be required!  \nWhen: Thursday\, July 14 \nWhere: Westpoint Marina at Braddock Bay  \n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/water-chestnut-pull-7-14/
LOCATION:Braddock Bay
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220710T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T203340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T204657Z
UID:10000250-1657360800-1657472400@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:River Otter Awareness Weekend
DESCRIPTION:– July 9 / 10:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us in celebrating and supporting otter conservation by coming out to the Zoo this weekend! Also\, here is some great otter keeper content\, activities\, and more! Make sure to check out and follow our social channels! \nFor this weekend we will be raising money for one of our favorite conservation partners\, River Otter Ecology Project. For every $5 donated to our fundraiser you will be entered to win either an otter-made painting or an exclusive ‘meet & greet’ opportunity where you will get a look behind-the-scenes of our otter habitat and with a chance to see one of our otters up close! This organization works to engage the public in supporting conservation and restoration by linking river otter recovery to the health of our watersheds through education\, research\, and community science. We encourage you to learn more about them and engage in some of the cool projects and things they have on their website! \nOnsite Schedule Saturday: \n10:30 am – Enrichment Experience + Keeper Chat \n11:30 am – One of Dr. Delong’s student researchers\, Jessica\, will be giving a talk about the cognitive studies they do with otters \n2:30 pm – Enrichment Experience \nOnsite Schedule Sunday: \n10:30 am – Enrichment Experience + Keeper Chat \n2:30 pm – Enrichment Experience \n  \nFun at Home: \n  \nOtter Art Project – Make yourself an otter hat! Outside of hat. Inside of hat \nMore Projects and Activities – Visit The River Otter Ecology Project to learn more and do some fun projects/activities here. \nLearn more about all 13 species of otters found around the world! \nFun Facts Matching Game (with pictures!) on otters around the world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate Here\n\n\nOtter Painting\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOtter ID\, Enrichment & Conservation  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Caroline Delong: Visual Object Categorization in River Otters Study 2021 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAssessment and Deployment of Genetic Tools for North American River Otters – Kelsey Lawton\, Grad Student at RIT \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Deep in the Swamp” Read by General Curator at Seneca Park Zoo David Hamliton \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our Presenting Conservation Awareness Days Sponsor: \n 
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/river-otter-awareness-weekend/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Conservation Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220630T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220630T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T203657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T203657Z
UID:10000252-1656612000-1656615600@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Early Detection Hike - Brickyard Trail
DESCRIPTION:Brickyard Trail (meeting at Brighton Town Hall) – June 30 / 6:00 pm\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin zoo naturalists and members of the community on a hike Thursday\, June 30th from 6:00 pm-7:00 pm at Brickyard Trail (meeting at parking lot of Brighton Town Hall) to learn about and find invasive species in our local area. An invasive species is a species of non-native plant or animal that can disrupt the balance\, biodiversity\, and overall health of native plants and animals. The Seneca Park Zoo Society has teamed up with the Finger Lakes Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (FL-PRISM) to find\, report\, and educate the public on these invasive species by hiking through this area of Rochester that has not yet been surveyed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/invasive-species-early-detection-hike-brickyard-trail/
LOCATION:Brickyard Trail
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220626T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105414
CREATED:20220928T203928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T204340Z
UID:10000253-1656151200-1656262800@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Giraffe Awareness Weekend 2022
DESCRIPTION:– June 25 / 10:00 am\n\n\n\n\nCelebrate the longest day of the year with the tallest in the animal kingdom! Following the longest day of the year (June 21) we will have Giraffe Awareness Weekend (June 25 & 26) where we will have plenty of giraffe content\, onsite enrichment\, activities\, and more! Make a trip out to visit with with the four Masai giraffes who currently reside at the Zoo; Parker\, Kipenzi\, new mom Iggy and her baby boy calf Olmy! We also encourage you to donate to our Facebook fundraiser that will go to support one of our favorite partners\, Giraffe Conservation Foundation (GCF)\, which you can do at the button below. \nDue to the current status in the giraffe habitat and all the extra time\, work and uncertainty that comes with a new baby\, mom and rest of the tower adjusting to life things may change/be cancelled at any time. The keepers are planning on keeper chats at 11:30am and 2:30pm on Saturday. There will also be Zoo Naturalists and docent stationed down by the giraffe yard throughout the weekend with some activities\, biofacts and will be able to talk about the giraffes in our care and their conservation in nature. \n  \nOn the Blog: \nRead about the Giraffe Conservation Foundation and why it’s so important to us to support them here. \nGiraffe Training: A TALL Order – Learn from our animal care staff about what goes into giraffe training and why it’s so important! \nActivities: \nGiraffe Mask – Why the long face? Make your own giraffe mask. Don’t forget to color it in! \nDraw your own giraffe – An easy way to draw your own giraffe. Enjoy! \nDraw your own giraffe (the harder way) – If you are up for the challenge\, try this more complex way of drawing your own giraffe. Have fun! \nColoring & Facts – How about some coloring in\, while at the same time learning some exciting giraffe facts? \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate to Giraffe Conservation Foundation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our Conservation Days Presenting Sponsor: \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPhoto by Walter Brooks
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/giraffe-awareness-weekend-2022/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Conservation Days
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SUMMARY:ZooBrew June 2022
DESCRIPTION:At the Zoo – June 17 / 5:30 pm\n\n\n\n\n** ZooBrew 2022 is BACK for the full season** \nSpend an evening outdoors at the Zoo with a drink in hand at ZooBrew! Enjoy great live music\, delicious food and drink\, and animal experiences at this after-hours event exclusively for adults 21+. \nZooBrew supports elephant conservation with a portion of each ticket sold. ZooBrews have raised nearly $60\,00 for elephant conservation. Help us reach our goal of raising $8\,000 for elephant conservation in 2022! \nJoin us at the only event in town where you can help save elephants from extinction just by attending! \n**Limited number of tickets available. Advance ticket sales end at 2 p.m. the day of ZooBrew or when sold out. Tickets are date specific and non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a ticket holder be unable to attend the event\, the purchase will be considered a donation. \nTickets are $9.50 in advance or $12 at the door (if available)\, and include event admission\, live music\, and animal experiences. Beer\, wine\, and food will be available for purchase. Beer and wine tents accept CASH ONLY. This event is held rain or shine. \nDate:    June 17th \nPrice:     $9.50 in advance (available below) or $12 at the Front Gate (if available) \nMusic:  Women Who Rock Night! \nAdrianna Noone \nAmanda Ashley \nThe Local Hang-Ups \nVIP Tickets: \nFor the first time ever\, get a VIP ticket which includes a guaranteed parking spot in the Cornell Cooperative Extension lot\, admission\, separate VIP entry\, and 2 drink tickets. Any guests who carpool with the VIP ticketholder must purchase a general admission ticket in advance. Only 75 VIP tickets available!  \nPrice: $45 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to Presenting Sponsor: \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntertainment Sponsor: \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSupporting Sponsor:
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/zoobrew-june-2022/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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