Calling all mammals for a Zootopia In-Store Event!

  Disney stores (check your nearest location & their event listings) are hosting special events for Zootopia – the new moving coming to theaters March 4th.   On March 5th, you can take the kids to the Disney Store to get to know the characters from Zootopia. They’ll have special activities so kids can become a “Junior Zootopia officer” and help solve a case! All trainees will receive a FREE giveaway! *Minimum age for participation is 3 years. There’s limited capacity and they don’t allow lineups prior to 30 minutes before event begins.  Check with your local store for event

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Baby Gorilla to be born at The Louisville Zoo

Update: On March 14, 2016 the baby was born after an emergency C-Section.  The mama gorilla passed away due to complications on March 15, 2016. See some footage of the baby by clicking here.  Mom Mia Moja Baby! The Louisville Zoo announced today that one of the gorillas in their Gorilla Forest exhibit is expecting!  The baby will likely be born in May 2016 according to the ultra sound findings.  Mom is Mia Moja and dad is Mshind.                      When the baby is born, it will bring the Louisville Zoo’s gorilla count up to 11.  You will be able

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Penguins & PJs Overnight Adventure at Newport Aquarium

Photo courtesy of Newport Aquarium website On March 18th, you can get behind the scenes at the Newport Aquarium and spend some quality time with the penguins.  This unique opportunity features camping out with the sea life, penguin themed crafts and game and more.  There are guided tours, an animal encounter and a penguin presentation. We have This would be fun for any family or group.  Gather up some friends and do it together or plan it as a birthday party with a few friends.  Catch it, children must be at least 6 years old to attend and of course,

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“Pay What You Can” at Lexington Children’s Theatre

The Lexington Children’s Theatre wants to make sure that anyone who wants to see their show, can see their show!  They are having a “Pay What You Can” performance on February 13th at 7pm.  The box office opens at 6pm that evening.  The show is “The Legend of John Henry” and it takes place at their main stage.  Full information about the show can be found by clicking here. If you are not familiar with “Pay What You Can” situations – I have seen them in a variety of places from ticketed events like this to coffee shops.   It

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Louisville Zoo Membership Deal

Families throughout the state head to the Louisville Zoo for the day year-round.  If you visit more than once, it may be wise to consider a membership.  If you’ve been thinking about it  – here’s a good reason to go ahead and get one before it warms up and you’ll be ready to go visit the animals this spring! Through March 13, you can save $5 when you purchase any brand NEW Louisville Zoo Membership; the first 300 new members to take advantage of this exclusive online offer will also receive a $10 Gift Card to Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers.

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