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Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo Begins “Kids Are Free” for Summer on July 1

6/30/2021

Summer at the Museum Program Funded by State of Connecticut through American Rescue Plan

BRIDGEPORT, Conn. – June 30, 2021 – Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo will launch its “Connecticut Kids Are Free” for summer program on Thursday, July 1, along with other museums, historical sites, and family attractions in Connecticut. Funded by the state through the American Rescue Plan, the Zoo will provide free admission to any Connecticut resident 18 years and younger, along with one accompanying adult. Guests must register for free tickets online at www.beardsleyzoo.org. The program runs from July 1 through September 6.

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo to Offer "Food for Thought" Educational Programming Beginning July 1

6/8/2021

Program Funded by Connecticut State Department of Education Will Teach the Benefits of Farming, Gardening and Fresh Food

BRIDGEPORT, Conn. – June 4, 2021 – Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo, in partnership with Cooperative Educational Services (CES), has received a $249,799 AccelerateCT Summer Program Innovation Grant from the Connecticut State Department of Education. The “Food for Thought” (FFT) program will teach students and families about the benefits of fresh, healthy food and how gardening and farming enrich our lives.

Joining CES and Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo for the project is Green Village Initiative (GVI), a Bridgeport nonprofit organization that focuses on gardening and youth empowerment to spread information about local farms, community gardens, the cultural aspects of food, and how to start growing food at home. GVI manages a network of community and school gardens, a community farm, and a youth leadership program.

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Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo appreciates the support it receives from local, regional and national media outlets. Media representatives are invited to tour
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo on their own or with the Zoo Director by calling (203) 257-0031
Rowena White

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Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo Begins “Kids Are Free” for Summer on July 1

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo to Offer "Food for Thought" Educational Programming Beginning July 1

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