August
Critter Chats, Every Thursday-Sunday
This summer, special education programs will be found in multiple sites around the Zoo. For everyone from toddlers to teens, these learning opportunities are designed to spark a connection with wildlife and encourage everyone to care about conservation. Meet select Zoo animal ambassadors and their expert caregivers, along with other engaging animal experiences. Ask at the front gate for the daily schedule to find out where they'll be appearing that day. Times and locations subject to change.
Aug. 3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11, Family Favorite Chris Rowlands LIVE; 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm
Chris is famous for getting everyone involved through singing and dancing—even bringing kids up on stage with him! Rowlands brings animals to life through kid-friendly songs, dance, puppets, and colorful props. Children are invited to wear fun hats and sing along on stage as he shares his self-penned songs about animals and their environment. Free with paid admission to the Zoo. Shown at 11 am, 1 and 3 pm. daily. Each performance is 30-35 minutes long.
Aug 6-10, Zoo Patrol, Week 6
This session of Zoo Patrol offers children ages 6-8 the opportunity to participate in keeper talks, behind-the-scenes tours, animal related games, and crafts. Hands-on lab activities and nature studies may also be part of the program. Sessions run on Zoo grounds Monday through Friday. Each week is $140/child for Zoo members and $165/child for non-members. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, please call 203-394-6563.
Aug 13-17, Zoo Patrol, Week 7
This session of Zoo Patrol offers children ages 9-11 the opportunity to participate in keeper talks, behind-the-scenes tours, animal related games, and crafts. Hands-on lab activities and nature studies may also be part of the program. Sessions run on Zoo grounds Monday through Friday. Each week is $140/child for Zoo members and $165/child for non-members. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, please call 203-394-6563.
Aug 21, Evening Lecture Series, 7:00 pm, A Trip to the Ireland Coast; Dr. Kirk Bartholomew
The zoo’s evening lecture series engage audiences of all ages, especially lifelong learners. Dr. Kirk Bartholomew, along with fellow Sacred Heart University faculty and colleagues in Ireland, has been working on a long-term and multi-dimensional research project focusing on the ecology of one of the most beautiful and popular tourist destinations in Ireland—The western end of the Dingle Peninsula in southwest Ireland, With the goal of maintaining this area’s natural beauty into the future, Bartholomew and colleagues are conducting coastal surveys, invertebrate sampling, watershed characterization and land classification. Come experience the magnificence of The Dingle Peninsula and learn what her beauty can teach us. $10 suggested donation. Refreshments will be served. Location: The Zoo’s Hanson Building, 1875 Noble Ave., Bridgeport.
The zoo’s evening lecture series engage audiences of all ages, especially lifelong learners. Dr. Kirk Bartholomew, along with fellow Sacred Heart University faculty and colleagues in Ireland, has been working on a long-term and multi-dimensional research project focusing on the ecology of one of the most beautiful and popular tourist destinations in Ireland—The western end of the Dingle Peninsula in southwest Ireland, With the goal of maintaining this area’s natural beauty into the future, Bartholomew and colleagues are conducting coastal surveys, invertebrate sampling, watershed characterization and land classification. Come experience the magnificence of The Dingle Peninsula and learn what her beauty can teach us. $10 suggested donation. Refreshments will be served. Location: The Zoo’s Hanson Building, 1875 Noble Ave., Bridgeport.
Aug 23, AARP Fourth Friday FREE
AARP CT’s Fourth Fridays FREE at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is back! AARP CT will provide members with free admission to the Zoo on fourth Fridays May through September (May 25, June 22, July 27, Aug. 24, Sept. 28). Join us as many times as you like, but please be sure to register at http://www.beardsleyzoo.org/aarp/. AARP members may purchase admission for up to three guests at a 15 percent discount off regular admission prices, and will receive a coupon for the gift shop.
Aug 24, Teddy Bear Fest, 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Bring your favorite teddy bear friend to the Zoo! This “beary” fun day will feature children’s crafts and storytelling focusing on Bear Awareness and the facts about real bears. FREE admission for children under age 12 who bring their teddy bear to the “Teddy Bear Clinic” and are accompanied by a paying adult.
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