Showing posts with label Stone Zoo. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Stone Zoo. Show all posts

Friday, May 8, 2009

The Stone Zoo's got some green and wild things cooking!!

Recycle computers and electronics at Stone Zoo!
Free recycling day on Sunday, May 17

In honor of Endangered Species Day, Stone Zoo is inviting people to help the environment by responsibly recycling their old electronic and computer equipment. Items may be dropped off in the Stone Zoo parking lot from 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 17. CRT Recycling, which has a zero landfill policy, will recycle the items. CRT Recycling ensures that computer hard drives, which may contain personal info, are shredded if they are removed from the machine. For more information on CRT Recycling, visit www.crtr.org.

The company recycles the following items for FREE from schools and non-profit organizations: computer monitors, laptops, CPUs, servers, CD Rom/DVD drives, speakers, mice, keyboards, plugs, wires and parts/accessories of computers, copy/fax/scanner/printers, phones of any kind and phone systems, UPS (computer battery back -up systems), camera/video/audio equipment, DVD players, stereos, VCRs, Walkmans, iPods and accessories, microwaves, air conditioners, refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers, hot water tanks and heaters, washing machines, dryers, stoves and dishwashers. Please note that televisions will not be accepted.

For more information, please visit www.stonezoo.org. Stone Zoo is located at 149 Pond Street, Stoneham.

Celebrate Endangered Species Day!May 16 and 17 at Stone Zoo

Did you know that Endangered Species Day is May 15? Did you know that Stone Zoo is home to several endangered species including jaguars, hyacinth macaws and snow leopards? On Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17 visit the Animal Discovery Center at Stone Zoo to learn about endangered species, including our very own special residents – the Panamanian golden frogs!

Pick up an Endangered Species scavenger hunt, and participate in activities and animal encounters to learn what you can do to help endangered species and raise awareness.

Meet our Zoo staff and learn about animals and conservation!
2:00 p.m.—Jaguar, at exhibit in Treasures of the Sierra Madre

About Endangered Species Day: Endangered Species Day is a celebration of our nation’s wildlife and wild places. Started in 2006 by the United States Congress, Endangered Species Day is the third Friday of May.

ALSO: A Wild Affair!

Everyone’s Wild for Stone Zoo’s 2009
Fifth Annual Tasting Event to Benefit Zoo’s Education and Conservation Programs
WHAT: A Wild Affair is a “tasting” event that will feature stations hosted by local restaurants and caterers - as well as live entertainment, a silent auction and an opportunity to stroll among the animals. Last year’s sold-out event attracted more than 600 guests and this year promises to be even better with the opening of Stone Zoo’s new gibbon exhibit. Endangered animals native to Southeast Asia, gibbons are arboreal (tree dwellers) and the exhibit will be 20 feet tall to allow them to climb and swing from trees, mimicking their natural environment. Proceeds from A Wild Affair support the operation and continued growth of Stone Zoo, including its education programs and conservation initiatives.
WHEN: Saturday, June 20, 2009
TIME: 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
WHERE: Stone Zoo, 149 Pond Street, Stoneham, MA 02180
TICKETS: Tickets are $40.00 in advance and $50.00 at the gate. To order tickets call 617-989-3760 or or visit www.stonezoo.org. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: 781-438-5100 or visit www.stonezoo.org

Thursday, April 2, 2009

April Vacation at the Zoos

Need to keep the kids busy during April vacation? The folks at Stone Zoo and Franklin Park Zoo wanted me to pass along some fun activities taking place at their zoo...

Bunny Bonanzoo
April 11, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Stone Zoo

Hop on down the bunny trail to Stone Zoo where an Easter celebration awaits! Activities include holiday games, crafts and seed planting. Be sure to visit with our special guest, the Easter Bunny, who will be ready to smile for photographs.

Conservation Week
April 20 – 24, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Stone Zoo

While school is out for April school vacation week, have fun while visiting the Zoos! Each day will offer a variety of engaging and educational activities for kids of all ages, as well as many helpful hints for preserving our planet.

Stone Zoo info

Hours of Operation: Summer Hours (April 1 – September 30)
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Weekdays
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Weekends and major holidays

General Admission: Adults: $9.00
Senior Admission (62+): $8.00
Child Admission (ages 2-12): $6.00
Children under 2: Free
Members: Free

Address: 149 Pond Street
Stoneham, MA 02180
Ph: 781- 438-5100

Website: stonezoo.org

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Conservation Week
April 20 – 24, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Franklin Park Zoo & Stone Zoo

While school is out for April school vacation week, have fun while visiting the Zoo! Each day will offer a variety of engaging and educational activities for kids of all ages, as well as many helpful hints for preserving our planet.

Animal Survivors Spring Break
Come spend four fun-filled days at Franklin Park Zoo during spring break! This year’s theme is Animal Survivors and we’ll explore the relationships between predator and prey, as well as the unique adaptations animals have that help them survive in an “eat or be eaten” world. Topics include habitats, adaptations, predator-prey and extreme survival and are taught through interactive presentations, keeper encounters, behind-the-scenes tours, games, crafts and more!

For more information, call 617-989-3742. Class sizes are limited – advanced registration is required!

Participant Ages: 6 – 10 years old
Location: Franklin Park Zoo
Dates: April 21 – 24 (Tuesday through Friday)
Prices: $150 Members, $175 Non-Members
Time: Drop-off: 8:30 – 9:00 a.m.; Pick-up: 3:00 p.m.

Earth Day
April 26, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Franklin Park Zoo

Come celebrate Earth Day with crafts, activities, animal encounters and environmentally-friendly exhibitors at Franklin Park Zoo! Did you know Zoo New England supports conservation efforts both locally and abroad? Throughout the day, we will celebrate the great diversity in the animal kingdom with all of the incredible animals that call our Zoos home. Discover all the different ways that you can have fun while helping our planet.

Franklin Park Zoo info

Hours of Operation: Summer Hours (April 1 – September 30)
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Weekdays
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Weekends and Major Holidays

General Admission: Adults: $12.00
Senior Admission (62+): $10.00
Child Admission (ages 2-12): $7.00
Children under 2: Free
Members: Free

Address: One Franklin Park Road
Boston, MA 02121
Ph: 617-541-LION

Website: http://www.franklinparkzoo.org/