This Month - July 2019
Critter Chats -- Every Thursday-Sunday
This summer, special education programs will be found in multiple sites around the Zoo. For everyone from toddlers to teens, these learning opportunities are designed to spark a connection with wildlife and encourage everyone to care about conservation. Meet select Zoo animal ambassadors and their expert caregivers, along with other engaging animal experiences. Ask at the front gate for the daily schedule to find out where they'll be appearing that day. Times and locations subject to change.
July 2-6 -- Zoo Patrol, Week 1
This session of Zoo Patrol offers children ages 12-14 the opportunity to participate in keeper talks, behind-the-scenes tours, animal related games, and crafts. Hands-on lab activities and nature studies may also be part of the program. Sessions run on Zoo grounds Monday through Friday. Each week is $175/child for Zoo members and $200/child for non-members. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, please call 203-394-6563.
July 4 -- Red, White, and Blue Scavenger Hunt
Join the Zoo as it celebrates Independence Day with an educational/natural history talk, Animal Bytes, at the Bald Eagle exhibit on July 4th throughout the afternoon-- with lots of Q&A. There’s a scavenger hunt featuring the Zoo’s naturally red, white, and blue animals! Snowy owls, Red panda, Blue Poison Dart frogs, and more.
July 9-13 -- Zoo Patrol, Week 2
This session of Zoo Patrol offers children ages 6-8 the opportunity to participate in keeper talks, behind-the-scenes tours, animal related games, and crafts. Hands-on lab activities and nature studies may also be part of the program. Sessions run on Zoo grounds Monday through Friday. Each week is $175/child for Zoo members and $200/child for non-members. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, please call 203-394-6563.
July 15-21 -- First Annual Kids Week!
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo will host a Kids Week festival from Monday, July 15 through Sunday, July 21. Join us for dozens of fun-filled activities, live animal shows, hands-on workshops, musical performances, special guest appearances and interactive demonstrations that the whole family will enjoy. Check here for a complete listing of the week's activities.
July 16-20 -- Zoo Patrol, Week 3
This session of Zoo Patrol offers children ages 9-11 the opportunity to participate in keeper talks, behind-the-scenes tours, animal related games, and crafts. Hands-on lab activities and nature studies may also be part of the program. Sessions run on Zoo grounds Monday through Friday. Each week is $175/child for Zoo members and $200/child for non-members. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, please call 203-394-6563.
July 17 -- Evening Lecture Series, 7:00 p.m., Quest for the Southern Muriqui; Dr. Ashley Byun
The zoo’s evening lecture series engage audiences of all ages, especially lifelong learners. Topic: On a recent trip to Brazil, Dr. Ashley Byun took part in a jungle expedition in the Atlantic Ranforest known as Serra do Mar to document the presence of the endangered Southern Muriqui, the largest primate in South America. This extremely rare primate lives only in the Atlantic forests of southeastern Brazil. Serra do Mar is considered one of the remaining places that populations of Muriquis might still occur. Relying on the ethnozoological knowledge of the residents of traditional communities in Ubatuba, Dr. Byun will reveal if she found the elusive Southern Muriqui. $10 suggested donation. Refreshments will be served. Location: The Zoo’s Hanson Building, 1875 Noble Ave., Bridgeport.
July 23-27 -- Zoo Patrol, Week 4
This session of Zoo Patrol offers children ages 6-8 the opportunity to participate in keeper talks, behind-the-scenes tours, animal related games, and crafts. Hands-on lab activities and nature studies may also be part of the program. Sessions run on Zoo grounds Monday through Friday. Each week is $175/child for Zoo members and $200/child for non-members. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, please call 203-394-6563.
July 25 -- Photography Goes Wild! Non-juried Photo Exhibition, 6 -8 p.m.
The Zoo holds its first non-juried photography exhibition, an opportunity for the Zoo’s many dedicated amateur and professional photographers to submit their best work for public viewing. Each photographer can submit up to three photographs, 8 x 10, matted, with a $10 fee per photo. Photos must include animals from CT’s Beardsley Zoo. Milford Photo will provide First, Second, and Third prizes in the form of gift certificates to the store. In addition, a People’s Choice will be selected. The general public can vote on their favorite by making a one-dollar donation for each vote. Photos must be submitted by June 30, 2019. More information at https://www.beardsleyzoo.org/photography-exhibition.html.
July 26 -- AARP Fourth Friday FREE Day
AARP CT’s Fourth Fridays FREE at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is back! AARP CT will provide members with free admission to the Zoo on fourth Fridays May through September(May 24, June 28, July 26, Aug. 23, Sept. 27). Join us as many times as you like, but please be sure to register here. AARP members may purchase admission for up to three guests at a 15 percent discount off regular admission prices.
July 27-28 -- Family Favorite Chris Rowlands LIVE; 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm
Chris is famous for getting everyone involved through singing and dancing—even bringing kids up on stage with him! Rowlands brings animals to life through kid-friendly songs, dance, puppets, and colorful props. Children are invited to wear fun hats and sing along on stage as he shares his self-penned songs about animals and their environment. Free with paid admission to the Zoo. Shown at 11 am, 1 and 3 pm. daily. Each performance is 30-35 minutes long.
July 29 -- International Tiger Day
Global Tiger Day, also called International Tiger Day, is an annual celebration to raise awareness for tiger conservation.
July 30-August 3 -- Zoo Patrol, Week 5
This session of Zoo Patrol offers children ages 9-11 the opportunity to participate in keeper talks, behind-the-scenes tours, animal related games, and crafts. Hands-on lab activities and nature studies may also be part of the program. Sessions run on Zoo grounds Monday through Friday. Each week is $175/child for Zoo members and $200/child for non-members. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, please call 203-394-6563.
This summer, special education programs will be found in multiple sites around the Zoo. For everyone from toddlers to teens, these learning opportunities are designed to spark a connection with wildlife and encourage everyone to care about conservation. Meet select Zoo animal ambassadors and their expert caregivers, along with other engaging animal experiences. Ask at the front gate for the daily schedule to find out where they'll be appearing that day. Times and locations subject to change.
July 2-6 -- Zoo Patrol, Week 1
This session of Zoo Patrol offers children ages 12-14 the opportunity to participate in keeper talks, behind-the-scenes tours, animal related games, and crafts. Hands-on lab activities and nature studies may also be part of the program. Sessions run on Zoo grounds Monday through Friday. Each week is $175/child for Zoo members and $200/child for non-members. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, please call 203-394-6563.
July 4 -- Red, White, and Blue Scavenger Hunt
Join the Zoo as it celebrates Independence Day with an educational/natural history talk, Animal Bytes, at the Bald Eagle exhibit on July 4th throughout the afternoon-- with lots of Q&A. There’s a scavenger hunt featuring the Zoo’s naturally red, white, and blue animals! Snowy owls, Red panda, Blue Poison Dart frogs, and more.
July 9-13 -- Zoo Patrol, Week 2
This session of Zoo Patrol offers children ages 6-8 the opportunity to participate in keeper talks, behind-the-scenes tours, animal related games, and crafts. Hands-on lab activities and nature studies may also be part of the program. Sessions run on Zoo grounds Monday through Friday. Each week is $175/child for Zoo members and $200/child for non-members. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, please call 203-394-6563.
July 15-21 -- First Annual Kids Week!
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo will host a Kids Week festival from Monday, July 15 through Sunday, July 21. Join us for dozens of fun-filled activities, live animal shows, hands-on workshops, musical performances, special guest appearances and interactive demonstrations that the whole family will enjoy. Check here for a complete listing of the week's activities.
July 16-20 -- Zoo Patrol, Week 3
This session of Zoo Patrol offers children ages 9-11 the opportunity to participate in keeper talks, behind-the-scenes tours, animal related games, and crafts. Hands-on lab activities and nature studies may also be part of the program. Sessions run on Zoo grounds Monday through Friday. Each week is $175/child for Zoo members and $200/child for non-members. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, please call 203-394-6563.
July 17 -- Evening Lecture Series, 7:00 p.m., Quest for the Southern Muriqui; Dr. Ashley Byun
The zoo’s evening lecture series engage audiences of all ages, especially lifelong learners. Topic: On a recent trip to Brazil, Dr. Ashley Byun took part in a jungle expedition in the Atlantic Ranforest known as Serra do Mar to document the presence of the endangered Southern Muriqui, the largest primate in South America. This extremely rare primate lives only in the Atlantic forests of southeastern Brazil. Serra do Mar is considered one of the remaining places that populations of Muriquis might still occur. Relying on the ethnozoological knowledge of the residents of traditional communities in Ubatuba, Dr. Byun will reveal if she found the elusive Southern Muriqui. $10 suggested donation. Refreshments will be served. Location: The Zoo’s Hanson Building, 1875 Noble Ave., Bridgeport.
July 23-27 -- Zoo Patrol, Week 4
This session of Zoo Patrol offers children ages 6-8 the opportunity to participate in keeper talks, behind-the-scenes tours, animal related games, and crafts. Hands-on lab activities and nature studies may also be part of the program. Sessions run on Zoo grounds Monday through Friday. Each week is $175/child for Zoo members and $200/child for non-members. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, please call 203-394-6563.
July 25 -- Photography Goes Wild! Non-juried Photo Exhibition, 6 -8 p.m.
The Zoo holds its first non-juried photography exhibition, an opportunity for the Zoo’s many dedicated amateur and professional photographers to submit their best work for public viewing. Each photographer can submit up to three photographs, 8 x 10, matted, with a $10 fee per photo. Photos must include animals from CT’s Beardsley Zoo. Milford Photo will provide First, Second, and Third prizes in the form of gift certificates to the store. In addition, a People’s Choice will be selected. The general public can vote on their favorite by making a one-dollar donation for each vote. Photos must be submitted by June 30, 2019. More information at https://www.beardsleyzoo.org/photography-exhibition.html.
July 26 -- AARP Fourth Friday FREE Day
AARP CT’s Fourth Fridays FREE at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is back! AARP CT will provide members with free admission to the Zoo on fourth Fridays May through September(May 24, June 28, July 26, Aug. 23, Sept. 27). Join us as many times as you like, but please be sure to register here. AARP members may purchase admission for up to three guests at a 15 percent discount off regular admission prices.
July 27-28 -- Family Favorite Chris Rowlands LIVE; 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm
Chris is famous for getting everyone involved through singing and dancing—even bringing kids up on stage with him! Rowlands brings animals to life through kid-friendly songs, dance, puppets, and colorful props. Children are invited to wear fun hats and sing along on stage as he shares his self-penned songs about animals and their environment. Free with paid admission to the Zoo. Shown at 11 am, 1 and 3 pm. daily. Each performance is 30-35 minutes long.
July 29 -- International Tiger Day
Global Tiger Day, also called International Tiger Day, is an annual celebration to raise awareness for tiger conservation.
July 30-August 3 -- Zoo Patrol, Week 5
This session of Zoo Patrol offers children ages 9-11 the opportunity to participate in keeper talks, behind-the-scenes tours, animal related games, and crafts. Hands-on lab activities and nature studies may also be part of the program. Sessions run on Zoo grounds Monday through Friday. Each week is $175/child for Zoo members and $200/child for non-members. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, please call 203-394-6563.
Upcoming Months
August 2019
Critter Chats -- Every Thursday-Sunday
This summer, special education programs will be found in multiple sites around the Zoo. For everyone from toddlers to teens, these learning opportunities are designed to spark a connection with wildlife and encourage everyone to care about conservation. Meet select Zoo animal ambassadors and their expert caregivers, along with other engaging animal experiences. Ask at the front gate for the daily schedule to find out where they'll be appearing that day. Times and locations subject to change.
Aug. 3-11-- Family Favorite Chris Rowlands LIVE; 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm
Chris is famous for getting everyone involved through singing and dancing—even bringing kids up on stage with him! Rowlands brings animals to life through kid-friendly songs, dance, puppets, and colorful props. Children are invited to wear fun hats and sing along on stage as he shares his self-penned songs about animals and their environment. Free with paid admission to the Zoo. Shown at 11 am, 1 and 3 pm. daily. Each performance is 30-35 minutes long.
Aug 6-10 -- Zoo Patrol, Week 6
This session of Zoo Patrol offers children ages 6-8 the opportunity to participate in keeper talks, behind-the-scenes tours, animal related games, and crafts. Hands-on lab activities and nature studies may also be part of the program. Sessions run on Zoo grounds Monday through Friday. Each week is $175/child for Zoo members and $200/child for non-members. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, please call 203-394-6563.
Aug 13-17 -- Zoo Patrol, Week 7
This session of Zoo Patrol offers children ages 9-11 the opportunity to participate in keeper talks, behind-the-scenes tours, animal related games, and crafts. Hands-on lab activities and nature studies may also be part of the program. Sessions run on Zoo grounds Monday through Friday. Each week is $175/child for Zoo members and $200/child for non-members. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, please call 203-394-6563.
Aug 21 -- Evening Lecture Series, 7:00 pm, A Trip to the Ireland Coast; Dr. Kirk Bartholomew
The zoo’s evening lecture series engage audiences of all ages, especially lifelong learners. Dr. Kirk Bartholomew, along with fellow Sacred Heart University faculty and colleagues in Ireland, has been working on a long-term and multi-dimensional research project focusing on the ecology of one of the most beautiful and popular tourist destinations in Ireland—The western end of the Dingle Peninsula in southwest Ireland, With the goal of maintaining this area’s natural beauty into the future, Bartholomew and colleagues are conducting coastal surveys, invertebrate sampling, watershed characterization and land classification. Come experience the magnificence of The Dingle Peninsula and learn what her beauty can teach us. $10 suggested donation. Refreshments will be served. Location: The Zoo’s Hanson Building, 1875 Noble Ave., Bridgeport.
Aug 23 -- AARP Fourth Friday FREE
AARP CT’s Fourth Fridays FREE at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is back! AARP CT will provide members with free admission to the Zoo on fourth Fridays May through September(May 24, June 28, July 26, Aug. 23, Sept. 27). Join us as many times as you like, but please be sure to register here. AARP members may purchase admission for up to three guests at a 15 percent discount off regular admission prices.
Aug 24 -- Teddy Bear Fest, 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Bring your favorite teddy bear friend to the Zoo! This “beary” fun day will feature children’s crafts and storytelling focusing on Bear Awareness and the facts about real bears. FREE admission for children under age 12 who bring their teddy bear to the “Teddy Bear Clinic” and are accompanied by a paying adult.
This summer, special education programs will be found in multiple sites around the Zoo. For everyone from toddlers to teens, these learning opportunities are designed to spark a connection with wildlife and encourage everyone to care about conservation. Meet select Zoo animal ambassadors and their expert caregivers, along with other engaging animal experiences. Ask at the front gate for the daily schedule to find out where they'll be appearing that day. Times and locations subject to change.
Aug. 3-11-- Family Favorite Chris Rowlands LIVE; 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm
Chris is famous for getting everyone involved through singing and dancing—even bringing kids up on stage with him! Rowlands brings animals to life through kid-friendly songs, dance, puppets, and colorful props. Children are invited to wear fun hats and sing along on stage as he shares his self-penned songs about animals and their environment. Free with paid admission to the Zoo. Shown at 11 am, 1 and 3 pm. daily. Each performance is 30-35 minutes long.
Aug 6-10 -- Zoo Patrol, Week 6
This session of Zoo Patrol offers children ages 6-8 the opportunity to participate in keeper talks, behind-the-scenes tours, animal related games, and crafts. Hands-on lab activities and nature studies may also be part of the program. Sessions run on Zoo grounds Monday through Friday. Each week is $175/child for Zoo members and $200/child for non-members. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, please call 203-394-6563.
Aug 13-17 -- Zoo Patrol, Week 7
This session of Zoo Patrol offers children ages 9-11 the opportunity to participate in keeper talks, behind-the-scenes tours, animal related games, and crafts. Hands-on lab activities and nature studies may also be part of the program. Sessions run on Zoo grounds Monday through Friday. Each week is $175/child for Zoo members and $200/child for non-members. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, please call 203-394-6563.
Aug 21 -- Evening Lecture Series, 7:00 pm, A Trip to the Ireland Coast; Dr. Kirk Bartholomew
The zoo’s evening lecture series engage audiences of all ages, especially lifelong learners. Dr. Kirk Bartholomew, along with fellow Sacred Heart University faculty and colleagues in Ireland, has been working on a long-term and multi-dimensional research project focusing on the ecology of one of the most beautiful and popular tourist destinations in Ireland—The western end of the Dingle Peninsula in southwest Ireland, With the goal of maintaining this area’s natural beauty into the future, Bartholomew and colleagues are conducting coastal surveys, invertebrate sampling, watershed characterization and land classification. Come experience the magnificence of The Dingle Peninsula and learn what her beauty can teach us. $10 suggested donation. Refreshments will be served. Location: The Zoo’s Hanson Building, 1875 Noble Ave., Bridgeport.
Aug 23 -- AARP Fourth Friday FREE
AARP CT’s Fourth Fridays FREE at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is back! AARP CT will provide members with free admission to the Zoo on fourth Fridays May through September(May 24, June 28, July 26, Aug. 23, Sept. 27). Join us as many times as you like, but please be sure to register here. AARP members may purchase admission for up to three guests at a 15 percent discount off regular admission prices.
Aug 24 -- Teddy Bear Fest, 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Bring your favorite teddy bear friend to the Zoo! This “beary” fun day will feature children’s crafts and storytelling focusing on Bear Awareness and the facts about real bears. FREE admission for children under age 12 who bring their teddy bear to the “Teddy Bear Clinic” and are accompanied by a paying adult.
September 2019
Coming soon...
