Let’s face it, most folks actively seek ways to save a couple bucks, especially when it comes to things we generally spend quite a bit on, such as food, products, and even pets. Some use coupons while others wait for clearance sales, but what about buying second-hand gift cards from online outlets? There is certainly…
Read moreCitizens of Franklin County will enjoy enhanced benefits from the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium as a result of actions taken by the Governing Board of the Columbus Zoological Park Association and the Zoo’s Appointed Board of Trustees at their regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday. The Columbus Zoo strives to be an affordable community destination where…
Read moreThe Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) has chosen Mystic Aquarium as the only aquarium or zoo nationwide to receive its National Medal for Museum and Library Service for 2014. Mystic Aquarium made the announcement today at a press conference attended by Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn) and Senator Christopher Murphy (D-Conn). Both Senators supported…
Read moreEarth Day isn’t just about the surfaces on which we stand. This year, the National Aquarium is urging the public to consider the other 71% of the planet: water. During the 48 days between Earth Day (April 22) and World Oceans Day (June 8), the Aquarium will be encouraging the public to make conservation pledges…
Read moreThe sixth annual WCS Run for the Wild 5k run and family fun run/walk takes place this Saturday, April 26 at WCS’s Bronx Zoo. This year’s run/walk is dedicated to saving elephants by raising funds to support the recently launched 96 Elephants Campaign. 96 Elephants is working to: secure moratoria on the sale of ivory;…
Read moreLast week at the 39th Hampton Roads Volunteer Achievement Awards event the Virginia Aquarium Stranding Response Program was honored under the Nonprofit Volunteer Program category. Several Virginia Aquarium staff and Stranding Response volunteers were at the event. The Stranding Response Team is comprised of around 80 volunteers who do a variety of tasks both on…
Read moreThe World Famous Weeki Wachee Mermaids are inspiring and delighting visitors of all ages, but they are in the Lowcountry for only a few more days. The mermaids who are visiting from Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, are swimming amongst the sea life in the Aquarium’s Great Ocean Tank, including sharks, for a truly unforgettable…
Read moreCutting-edge science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education will benefit kindergarten through community college classrooms next year thanks to a new grant that supports teachers and students along the Oregon coast. The Oregon Department of Education announced the $664,000 award on February 25. The grant supports the development of the Oregon Coast STEM Hub that…
Read moreMore than 130 of the top zoos and aquariums are throwing the 8th Annual Party for the Planet™ – the largest combined Earth Day celebration in North America. “Each year, AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums help connect more than 181 million visitors to nature, and these visitors have a strong interest in taking action to help…
Read moreWHEN: May 1, 6, 11, 23–26 In addition, watch for upcoming announcements about our Spring Concert Series. Relax and enjoy musical performances by local groups while visiting the fish and other sea animals at the Aquarium. WHERE: Seattle Aquarium, 1483 Alaskan Way, Pier 59, Seattle, WA WHAT: May 1: The original May Day with a…
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