Saturday, January 31, 2009

The Naples Zoo Celebrates 40 Years

http://www.napleszoo.org/zoobilee/index.html

On Friday, February 20, 2009, join the Naples Zoo as it celebrates 40 years as a zoo. It's also their 55th anniversary open to the public and 90th as a botanical garden!

Discover a delightful evening with delicious food and beverages, live entertainment, dancing in the starlight beneath the canopy of historic trees, a live auction, and wildlife experiences that could only be offered at Naples Zoo. 

Plus, enjoy meeting Jim Fowler, international animal expert from Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom
Funds raised from this event support the ongoing programs and exhibits in Naples Zoo! 

ZOObilee 2008 was a sell out event. 2009 promises to do so again as tickets are once again reasonably priced at $150. To enjoy the Patron Event the night before with Jim Fowler, tickets are just $250 and include a ZOObilee ticket as well.

Your Evening Itinerary

Amid the sounds of live entertainment, enter the historic garden. Wander the path past the National Wildlife Federation certified Backyard Wildlife Habitat on your way to Rainforest Grove where music and beverages await. 

Meet the professional keepers and their wild friends along the way. Between Malayan tigers and African lions, view a wild selection of silent auction items while enjoying festive beverages.

Best of all, Shula's Steak House is back for an encore performance of last year's much raved about cuisine. Delight in a delicious dinner-by-the-bite while meeting Executive Director David Tetzlaff and some of his wild friends near RainForest Grove.

Following his presentation, Jim Fowler will receive the inaugurual Lawrence and Nancy Jane Tetzlaff Distinguished Conservation Award. Immediately following, Naples Mayor Bill Barnett will host a lively auction.

Afterwards enjoy dessert and drinks and dancing under the starlight until 11 p.m. Get your tickets online today!

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