Zoo Atlanta Library Program Launches Statewide

Check out the Zoo Atlanta Family Pass at any participating public library in Georgia

February 23, 2011 ― Georgia families can now check out free excursions to Zoo Atlanta, just by owning a library card. Announced today from the steps of the state capitol, a new partnership between Zoo Atlanta and the Georgia Public Library Service allows adults with valid library cards access to the Zoo Atlanta Family Pass at any participating public library branch throughout the state of Georgia.

Launched in 2009, the program originally applied only to branches of the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System. Today’s announcement marks the first time the program has been available in all 159 Georgia counties.

“As one of the state’s largest living science labs, Zoo Atlanta is a resource for all of Georgia, not just Atlanta,” said Raymond B. King, President and CEO of Zoo Atlanta. “We’re proud to partner with the Georgia Public Library Service on increased access for everyone in our state.”

“This wonderful collaboration between Zoo Atlanta and Georgia’s public libraries brings a new dimension to our services,” said Dr. Lamar Veatch, Georgia’s State Librarian. “We are very pleased to play a role in bringing this Georgia treasure to all corners of our state.”

One Zoo Atlanta Family Pass is available for checkout in each participating public library. The pass may be checked out once per year, per card, per household, and is valid for two adults and up to two children. The pass is not valid for fee-based events or programs and may not be combined with other discounts or promotions. Standard general admission will apply to families with additional children; children must be accompanied by an adult.

“We are very excited about seeing this program expand not just throughout the Atlanta metro area, but throughout Georgia,” said Marcus E. Margerum, Vice President of Marketing and Sales at Zoo Atlanta. “It’s an important part of our mission to extend opportunities for all Georgians, not just those living within a particular mile radius of the Zoo.”

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Holiday Half-Off Started December 1 at Zoo Atlanta

General admission is 50% off for month of December
 
Jingle bells will translate to jingling pockets at Zoo Atlanta this December. Atlantans interested in treating visiting friends and family to a day at one of the city’s most popular destinations can do so at a dramatically reduced rate with the Zoo’s new monthlong Holiday Half-Off offer.

Limited-time special pricing will be as follows: adults 12 and up, $10; children 3 to 11, $7.50; seniors 55 and up, $8; college students, $8; and military, $8. Children 2 and under are free. The offer is valid for the month of December only and is not valid with any other discount, offer or promotion. Georgia state sales tax is added to all prices. Zoo Atlanta is open year-round with the exceptions of Thanksgiving Day and Christmas. Parking is free.

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Zoo to host City of Atlanta and Fulton County Family Days This Weekend

Zoo Atlanta will host City of Atlanta and Fulton County Family Days on Saturday, August 14 and Sunday, August 15, 2010. Proudly supported by Walmart and The National PTA Urban Family Engagement Initiative, the weekend offers free admission to guests who can demonstrate residence or employment in either the City of Atlanta or Fulton County Government.Admission is valid for two adults and up to four children per family.

Recognized forms of identification:

City of Atlanta or Fulton County residents: Recognized forms of ID include a Georgia Driver’s License; State of Georgia-issued voter identification; or water, gas or light utility bill demonstrating residence in the City of Atlanta or Fulton County.
City of Atlanta or Fulton County Government Employees: Recognized forms of ID include a City of Atlanta employee identification card or Fulton County Government employee identification card.
City of Atlanta and Fulton County Family Days hosted by Zoo Atlanta in 2009 were extremely
well-attended; guests should expect unusually high volume in the Zoo on both of these days. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early and consider MARTA travel, as parking will be limited. For more information, visit the Family Day event page.

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Music! Tigers! Beers!

Tickets are now on sale for Brew at the Zoo and Wine too!, presented by Comcast, Saturday, May 29 from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Zoo Atlanta. Now back for a third year, the Zoo’s signature seasonal event is rapidly gaining a reputation as the city’s most unique festival experience.

Highlights will include sampling of more than 30 brews, 12 wines and four champagnes; four live bands ranging from rock to 80s new wave to hip-hop to folk; and exclusive viewing of the source of Brew at the Zoo’s popularity: more than 1,000 animals from around the world. A portion of proceeds from Brew at the Zoo 2010 will benefit the care of Zoo Atlanta’s Sumatran tigers.

How do YOU Brew? Prior to the event, Zoo Atlanta hosts the How do YOU Brew? Video Contest, inviting creative filmmakers to submit a 30-second DVD for a chance to win a $1,000 prize package including tickets to Brew at the Zoo, an exclusive VIP animal encounter, a Brew at the Zoo T-shirt and a limited-edition pilsner glass. The winning video will premiere during Brew at the Zoo on Saturday, May 29. Entries must be received by May 14. Filmmakers can find inspiration from the original How do I Brew? commercial on vimeo.com. Full contest detailsand eligibility requirements are available on zooatlanta.org/brew. Contestants must be 21 and up to enter.

Advance tickets are available now on zooatlanta.org. Advance tickets are $35 for Zoo Members; $40 for non-Members; $45 if purchased on the day of the event. Designated drivers and non-drinkers may purchase tickets at $20. Guests must be 21 and up to drink. Visit zooatlanta.org for event details.

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Boo at the Zoo Returns

T2F Note: What better way to spend a fall day than at the zoo? This week's highly coveted Fayette Front Page Day Tripper Award goes to Zoo Atlanta for hosting this year's event during daylight hours.

Fun family Halloween festival runs October 24, 25 and 31

Atlanta’s favorite fun family Halloween festival is set to return – this year on three fun-filled days. Zoo Atlanta’s signature seasonal event, Boo at the Zoo, is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, October 24 and 25 and Saturday, October 31. Activities will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The popular celebration invites guests of all ages to sample sweet treats, meet whimsical costume characters, and enjoy live entertainment. Costumes are not only welcome, but encouraged: costume contests will take place during each day of the event.

Successful 2007 and 2008 installations of the event took place during the evening, with just one disappointment for Boo at the Zoo guests. Most of the Zoo’s star attractions – more than 1,000 animals from around the world – had gone to bed by the time the event began. With this year’s return to a daytime event, visitors will get to see their favorite Zoo residents, many of them joining in the fun themselves with their own Halloween-themed enrichment treats.

Boo at the Zoo is free for Zoo Atlanta Members and children under 3; free with general admission.

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Come Out to Zoo Atlanta August 8 and 9

Zoo Expects Up to 16,000 Visitors

City of Atlanta and Fulton County Family Days at Zoo Atlanta offer free admission to residents of the City of Atlanta and Fulton County

Zoo Atlanta will host City of Atlanta and Fulton County Family Days on Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9. On these two dates, guests who can demonstrate residence in or employment by the City of Atlanta or Fulton County government will enjoy free admission for one adult and up to three children per family.

Guests must present I.D. at Zoo Admissions. Recognized forms of identification include a Georgia Driver’s License; State of Georgia-issued voter identification; City of Atlanta employee identification card; Fulton County Government employee identification card; or water, gas or light utility bill.

Zoo officials expect unusually high volume on both dates. Guests are encouraged to arrive early and consider MARTA travel, as parking will be limited.

Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9, 2009
9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; ticket booths close at 4:30 p.m.

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Little People® LIVE arrives at Zoo Atlanta for Mother's Day Weekend

Saturday, May 9 at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Sunday, May 10 at 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.

A fun-filled musical extravaganza celebrating one of the world’s best-known
toy brands lands at Zoo Atlanta Mother’s Day weekend, with six free
performances of Fisher-Price’s Little People® LIVE. Loaded with entertaining
characters, songs, dancing and surprises for younger children, the interactive
traveling show commemorates the 50th birthday of the classic Little People®
toys.

Shows are free for Zoo Members and children under 3; free with general
admission. Guests may pick up show tickets in the Zoo’s Flamingo Plaza
or outside the Conservation Resource Center (ARC). Tickets are first-come,
first-served.

Coca-Cola World Studio
Conservation Action Resource Center (ARC)
Zoo Atlanta
800 Cherokee Avenue, S.E.
Atlanta, GA 30315

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