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SUMMARY:2024 Rise and Shine Cart Tours
DESCRIPTION:2024 Rise and Shine Cart Tours\nCome wake up with the zoo for a guided golf cart tour and experience the zoo as the animals are starting their day.  This tour is 90-minutes long and you’ll learn about the animals that call the Seneca Park Zoo home.\n*Price does not include admission back into the zoo after the tour concludes*\n			\n									BOOK NOW
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/2024-rise-and-shine-cart-tours/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Summer Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T173000
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SUMMARY:ZooBrew September 6 2024
DESCRIPTION:At the Zoo – September 6 / 5:30 pm\nTickets\n** Summer is winding down – celebrate with our last ZooBrew of the year! ** \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 $10\,000 for elephant conservation in 2024! \nJoin us at the only event in town where you can help save elephants from extinction just by attending! \n\nBuy Tickets\n \n**Limited number of tickets will be made 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 $10 in advance\, members $8\, or $15 at the door (if available)\, and include event admission\, live music\, and animal experiences. Beer\, wine\, and food will be available for purchase. This event is held rain or shine. \nDate:    September 6th \nPrice:     $10 in advance here ($8 for members) or $15 at the Front Gate (if not sold out) \nMusic:  Delilah Jones  |  Jimmie Highsmith Jr.  |  Miles Watts and Brothers from Other Mothers \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 100 VIP tickets available!  \nPrice: $50 \nThank you to our sponsors!\nPresenting Sponsor \n \nMainstage Sponsor
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/zoobrew-september-6-2024/
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:20240907T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T120000
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SUMMARY:Community Clean-Up - Ontario Beach 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 7th\, 2024Time: 9:00 p.m. – 12:00 p.m.Where: Ontario Beach Park (Near the Dentzel Carousel)(50 Beach Ave\, Rochester NY\, 14612)\nRegister here\nCONDITIONS FOR CANCELLATIONThunder or lightning AQI of over 200 Average temperature of  Under 0 degrees F Over 80 degrees F Heavy rainfall (flood warnings) Over 2” of snow on the ground Wind conditions over 40 mph. Wind chill is below -18 degrees F \nCommunity CleanUps supported by
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/community-clean-up-ontario-beach-park/
LOCATION:Ontario Beach Park – Dentzel Carousel\, 1 Beach Ave\, Rochester\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Park Clean Up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T120000
DTSTAMP:20240821T133653Z
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SUMMARY:Community Clean-Up - Durand Eastman 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: Saturday\, September 14th\, 2024Time: 9:00 p.m. – 12:00 p.m.Where: Durand Eastman Beach(1342 Lakeshore Boulevard\, Rochester NY\, 14617)\nRegister here\nCONDITIONS FOR CANCELLATIONThunder or lightning AQI of over 200 Average temperature of  Under 0 degrees F Over 80 degrees F Heavy rainfall (flood warnings) Over 2” of snow on the ground Wind conditions over 40 mph. Wind chill is below -18 degrees F \nCommunity CleanUps supported by
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/community-clean-up-durand-eastman-beach/
LOCATION:Durand Eastman Beach\, 1342 Lake Shore Blvd\, Rochester\, NY\, 14614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Park Clean Up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T160000
DTSTAMP:20240912T160311Z
CREATED:20240905T203245Z
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SUMMARY:Deaf Culture Awareness Day at the Zoo 2024
DESCRIPTION:Deaf Culture Awareness Day\nJoin us Sunday\, September 22nd 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.\nSeptember 22 is also Elephant Awareness Day. \nView the schedule of fully interpreted experiences here!
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/dcad2024/
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:20240922T100000
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DTSTAMP:20240910T162230Z
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SUMMARY:Elephant Awareness Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:September 22: Elephant Awareness Day\nGet ready to go grey for Elephant Awareness Day at Seneca Park Zoo! Join us in celebrating these gentle giants by wearing your best grey attire as we shine a spotlight on the incredible world of elephants.\nA weekend all about elephants! With elephant experiences all day long this is a day you won’t want to miss! \nElephant keepers will be providing special enrichment in the morning followed by a watermelon eating contest between some lucky guests and our elephants. At 2:00 p.m. join our amazing hoofstock team for an elephant keeper chat. \nZoo naturalists will be stationed by the elephant pool\, sharing fascinating insights into the unique adaptations that make elephants so remarkable. Learn how their massive ears\, trunk\, and even their skin play a crucial role in their survival.\nOur dedicated docents will be on hand to discuss the vital Elephant Corridor and its significance in preserving elephant populations. Discover how these majestic animals are key players in maintaining the balance of their ecosystems.\nEnd the day with an Elephant Ear fried dough at the Trailside Cafe. \nElephant Awareness Day Schedule\n11:00 a.m.  Elephant enrichment\n12:00 p.m.  Watermelon eating contest between our elephants\n2:00 p.m.  Elephant Keeper Chat\n			\n									Get Tickets\n					 \nPresented By
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/elephant-awareness-day-2024/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Conservation Days,Home Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T193000
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SUMMARY:Marine Birds of the Americas: A Conversation with Sea McKeon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an enlightening evening as Sea McKeon\, Marine Program Director for the American Bird Conservancy (ABC)\, engages in a lively discussion with Randi Minetor. This event will explore Sea’s recent travels to Peru and other fascinating destinations\, shedding light on the critical conservation work carried out by ABC throughout the Americas. \nThis event is free and open to the public\, featuring a hearing loop system for those with hearing impairments and wheelchair accessibility to ensure everyone can participate comfortably. \nThis program is presented in partnership with the Rochester Birding Association. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the vital efforts to protect our feathered friends and their habitats.
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/marine-birds-of-the-americas-a-conservation-with-sea-mckeon/
LOCATION:Brighton Memorial Library Learning Center\, 2300 Elmwood Ave\, Rochester\, NY\, 14618\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T103000
DTSTAMP:20240916T171124Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Birding\, A Sit and Bird Event\, with Sea McKeon from the American Bird Conservancy
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique and relaxing experience where you will learn the fundamentals of birding through a Sit and Bird session. This event will also introduce you to the art of nature journaling\, where you’ll discover how recording your observations with words or drawings can enhance your connection with nature. No artistic talent is required—just bring your curiosity and love for the outdoors! \nThis event is free and open to the public\, but preregistration is required and space is limited to 16 participants. Suitable for ages 12 to 120\, this Birdability event ensures accessibility with wheelchair-friendly paths throughout the park. Binoculars will be available\, and nature journals will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring camp chairs or blankets to sit on and enjoy the serene environment. \nThis rain-or-shine event will be held in lower Seneca Park\, not at the Zoo. Participants should meet at the Longhouse Shelter. All paths are wheelchair and scooter accessible. \nThis program is presented in partnership with the Genesee Valley Audubon. \nSold Out
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/introtobirding/
LOCATION:Seneca Park – Longhouse Shelter\, 2222 St Paul Street\, Rochester\, 14621\, United States
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