(BRIDGEPORT, CT) – Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is thrilled to announce the return of its wildly popular Glow Wild Lantern Festival, kicking off September 25th through December 14th, every Thursday through Sunday evening from 5:30-9:30 p.m. This year, guests can expect all new lanterns and offerings to become part of the glow in the zoo’s illuminating after-hours adventure.

​This year’s lanterns will take guests on a glowing journey through time with prehistoric Dinosaurs and under the sea fun with fish. Over 50 large-scale, lighted sculptures will transform the Zoo’s pathways into a world of wonder. Returning favorites like the breathtaking 100-foot dragon and expanded interactive themed areas offer more glowing moments for guests of all ages.

​(BRIDGEPORT, CT) – Something bold is brewing at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo. In a new partnership with Sound Coffee, the Zoo is proud to introduce Beardsley Blend, encouraging guests to stay wild and stay grounded. This small-batch coffee debuted earlier this summer at the Zoo’s highly anticipated Wild Wine, Beer & Food Safari and is now pouring in the Peacock Café and available for purchase in the gift shop.
Blended locally and roasted with purpose, Beardsley Blend isn’t just a great cup of coffee, it’s a commitment to conservation. A portion of every bag sold supports the Zoo’s mission to educate, engage, and inspire conservation action.
“This collaboration brings together two local organizations passionate about community, sustainability, and great flavor,” said Jeff Roy, Founder of Sound Coffee. “Beardsley Blend is more than a coffee, it’s a way to bring people together around something meaningful.”
Taste the flavor of Sound Coffee and plan your next visit to the zoo, click here for tickets https://www.beardsleyzoo.org/.
 
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About Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo Connecticut’s only zoo, celebrating 102 years, features 350 animals representing primarily North and South American and Northern Asian species. Guests won’t want to miss our Red Pandas, Andean bears, maned wolves, Mexican gray wolves, and American Red Wolves. Other highlights include our Spider Monkey Habitat, and new prairie dog exhibit! As an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and participant in its Species Survival Plan (SSP) programs, the non-profit Zoo is committed to the preservation of endangered animals and wild habitats. Tickets may be purchased on the Zoo’s website at beardsleyzoo.org
About Sound Coffee Co. Sound Coffee Co. is an independent coffee roaster based in Bridgeport, Connecticut, crafting small-batch coffee that reflects a love of place, music, and sustainability. From its café locations to pop-up events and wholesale partnerships, Sound Coffee is dedicated to roasting with care and connecting people through great coffee. Learn more at www.soundcoffees.com.