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Thu Aug 3 10:01:41 PDT 2023

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ZOO HIGHLIGHTS
"A Whole Zoo World" This Saturday!

This Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., follow clues found on magic lantern signs that will lead you to the Cave of Wonder, as part of "A Whole Zoo World" for a chance to enter to win a family-four pack of tickets to see Disney's hit Broadway musical ALADDIN at the Orpheum Theater for its August 10th performance.

Plus, win other prizes while supplies last! More information available here (https://sfzoo.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=05b8326f4402b997fe7a097e3&id=b550f3ae70&e=7683a9aed3) ! Use the Promo Code SFZOO (https://sfzoo.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=05b8326f4402b997fe7a097e3&id=cc084ec06b&e=7683a9aed3) to receive a discount for all performances from August 2-13 (excluding matinees).

Live Music, Food & Fun at Sunset Fridays
Bring your blanket or folding chair, find a place on the lawn and enjoy live music at Sunset Fridays at SF Zoo! This Friday, August 4th, we're opening up the Giraffe Lodge for a peek at our reticulated giraffes inside the barn! Enjoy a live performance by Greg Dayton and the Big Cats and grab some tapas and a beverage at the pop-up food tent. Guest vendors this week include, The Daisy Refillery (https://sfzoo.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=05b8326f4402b997fe7a097e3&id=0a34240b3b&e=7683a9aed3)  and P (https://sfzoo.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=05b8326f4402b997fe7a097e3&id=3276422da7&e=7683a9aed3) rimrose Threads (https://sfzoo.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=05b8326f4402b997fe7a097e3&id=76fd7d2a8e&e=7683a9aed3)  and more, plus participate in conservation-themed kids activities and get your face painted!

The event takes place just after the Zoo closes, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Playfield area where kids can play at the Elinor Friend Playground, Sculpture Learning Plaza and ride the Dentzel Carousel. As a SF Zoo Member, admission is FREE! If you are not yet a member, become one now or renew online (https://sfzoo.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=05b8326f4402b997fe7a097e3&id=37301ce442&e=7683a9aed3) !  Tickets for non-Zoo Members, ages 12 and over, is $12.00; children 11 and under are free. Find more information on event page (https://sfzoo.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=05b8326f4402b997fe7a097e3&id=6503d01647&e=7683a9aed3) or purchase event tickets online (https://sfzoo.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=05b8326f4402b997fe7a097e3&id=66ba36abdf&e=7683a9aed3) .

A big thank you to our August 4th supporters, including Dametra Café, Bungalow Kitchen, Cypress Inn, Canyon Ranch and the San Francisco Zoological Society.
Become a Zoo Docent!
You've no doubt seen our intrepid Zoo Docents out and about and all around the Zoo during your visit. These knowledgeable individuals are among our greatest assets as they share information about wildlife, wild places and fun facts about our animal residents. For those of you interested in volunteering as a Zoo Docent, we are hosting a Docent Program Informational Event on Sunday, August 27 from 1 to 3 p.m. in the large classroom of the Lurie Education Building.

The program includes a detailed presentation about the docent program followed by a complimentary Zoo tour and a hands-on demonstration on the use of our biofact cart (biological artifacts like skulls, bones and feathers). Enjoy light refreshments while connecting with others who share your passion for animals and our planet! Limited space is available. RSVP to docent at sfzoo.org (mailto:docent at sfzoo.org) .
(Photo by May Woon)
Zoo Member Offer

The Columbia Sportswear Employee Store located in Richmond is offering SF Zoo Members an exclusive offer valid August 11-September 3, 2023. All Columbia brands including Columbia, Mountain Hardwear, SOREL and prAna will be discounted 40-60% below retail price. For store access, provide your digital invite (https://sfzoo.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=05b8326f4402b997fe7a097e3&id=68e5b784aa&e=7683a9aed3)  (printout or shown on your mobile device) plus proof of affiliation (membership card or this Animail). You may bring up to four additional guests with each visit.
Happening in August!
International Owl Awareness Day
Friday, August 4th is International Owl Awareness Day which celebrates all things owl, from their role as a keystone species in many ecosystems, helping to regulate populations of other species, such as mice, rodents and insects, to their contributions to biodiversity, and the domino effect of their presence keeping their ecosystems balanced. Here at the Zoo, we have four species: burrowing owl, spectacled owl ("Quetzel," pictured), barn owl and Great horned owl, that serve as important animal ambassadors. Of the nearly 255 owl species around the world, many are endangered due to habitat loss while many wild owls are threatened by problems caused by humans, such as electrocution, traps, poison or being hit by a car. It's good to be observant and aware, and appreciate them from afar.
(Photo by May Woon)

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