ZOObilee is a casual, family after-hours event to benefit the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens.  This inaugural year will feature the opening of the Play Park, a 2.5 acre interactive children’s zoo.  Areas within the Play Park include:  a water spray ground, a forest play area, an animal care area, a squirrel monkey exhibit with a children’s play area, a Discovery Building with learning centers, a garden maze, a river otter exhibit and more. Exploring the Play Park, entertainment, games and activities, carousel and train rides, kid friendly food, libations for the adults, animal encounters, and tons of fun will round out your ZOObilee experience.  All proceeds will fund the care and feeding of the animals, educational programs and conservation initiatives. 

Honorary Chairs:
The Kathryn and Steven Umberger Family

Chairs:             
Holly Jones
Janet Shepherd
Margaret Wetherbee

Title Sponsor:
Blue Cross Blue Shield

Date:                  
Sunday, May 21, 2006

Time:                 
5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Theme:            
Splash into Summer at the new Play Park

Dress:                
Adults - Casual Attire
Children - Bathing Suits

Price:                 
$75 adult
$25 children  - Children under 3 free
Sponsorships available - $2,500 to $25,000

Evening Happenings:
Explore the new 2.5 acre Play Park
Kids – wear your bathing suits to play in the Water Splash Area
Raffle featuring unique Zoo items
Adult-friendly drinks
Kid Friendly Food
Entertainment, Games, Dancing
Animal Encounters
Carousel and Train Rides

Contact:           
Diane David – Director of Development – 757-3937
Linda Crofton – Sponsorships & Corporate Relations – 757-4463 Ext.134
Wendy Swalls – Development Assistant – 757-4463  Ext.196

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