Published for Friends of The Memphis Zoo
EXZOO-
BERANCE!
Exzooberance™ is a bimonthly Memphis
Zoological Society publication providing
information for friends of the Memphis Zoo.
Send comments to MZS, 2000 Prentiss Place,
Memphis, TN 38112, call (901) 276-WILD
or log onto www.memphiszoo.org.
Vol. XXI, No. 4
50 years old!
Special Issue
Memphis Zoological Society
Board of Directors
as of July 2011
July 8 is “Julie” the hippo’s 50th birthday! We’re celebrating with
a special hippo issue of Exzooberance filled with great facts about
hippos, their lives at the Memphis Zoo and special events coming up
to raise awareness for their new home — Zambezi River Hippo Camp.
Read on and find out how to join the adventure to Zambezi!
Officers:
Diane Smith & Gene Holcomb, Co-Chairs
Joseph C. DeWane, M.D., Vice Chair
Dorothy O. Kirsch, Secretary
Russell T. Wigginton, Jr., Treasurer
Kelly H. Truitt, Past Chair
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Directors:
You might be familiar with our Adopt-an-Animal
program, but we’ve launched a special hippo adopt to help
fund Zambezi River Hippo Camp. Find out how far this
small purchase can go. Adopt a hippo today!
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MidSouth Chevy
full page ad
“Julie” and “Splish” are the Zoo’s two female hippos
taking up residence in their 56-year-old home just behind the
Cat House Café. While you may be familiar with them, you may
not know many of these interesting facts about their species and
their homes in Africa. Learn more in this special hippo Creature Feature.
Scott McCormick
Joyce A. Mollerup
Brandon Morrison
Carol W. Prentiss
Karl Schledwitz
Richard C. Shaw
Brooke H. Sparks
Honorary Lifetime Directors:
Donna K. Fisher
Roger T. Knox, President Emeritus
Scott P. Ledbetter
Frank M. Norfleet
Senator James R. Sasser
Rebecca Webb Wilson
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Did you know the building where the hippos live now is actually
the third hippo house since the Zoo first housed hippos in 1914? Did
you know the Memphis Zoo was once dubbed the “Hippo Capital of
the World?” Learn more about the fascinating history behind hippos
at the Memphis Zoo.
Alison Barton
Robert A. Cox
Stephen Donly
Thomas C.
Farnsworth III
David Hopkins
Diana Hull
Henry A. Hutton
Ex Officio:
Dr. Chuck Brady, Zoo President & CEO
Bill Morrison, City Council Representative
Larry Abramson, Docent/Volunteer Representative
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Credits:
Abbey Dane, Editor / Writer
Brannon Moore, Writer
Tiffany Langston, Writer
Geri Meltzer, Art Director
Jennifer Coleman, Copy Editor
Tonya Kuhl, Contributing Designer
Toof Printing, Printer
Exzooberance paper generously donated by
International Paper employees
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Explore the future of the hippo exhibit at the Memphis Zoo as we
continue to raise funds for Zambezi River Hippo Camp. This will be
an African-themed exhibit with hippos, nile crocodiles, okapi and
flamingos! Join the adventure to Zambezi!
Depar tmen t s:
Zoo Admission Hours:
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12 Special Events
13 July/August Calendar
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15Honorariums/Memorials
16 Kids’ Activity Page
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Special Adopt!
Your
Support
will make a
difference!
Julie
Plush Hippo
Happy Birthday Julie!
“Julie” the hippo will be turning 50
on July 8, and you can help her celebrate in a very special way. We are
currently offering a special hippo adopt
program. In honor of her 50th birthday,
you can adopt Julie for just $50. A portion of the funds raised from this adoption program will go toward Zambezi
River Hippo Camp.
If you’re not familiar with our Adoptan-Animal program, you’re missing out
on one of greatest ways to support the
Zoo while connecting with your favorite
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animals. By adopting an animal at the
Memphis Zoo, you help pay for the care
and feeding of that animal for a year.
With more than 4,000 hungry mouths
to feed, the Zoo needs all the help it
can get!
When Julie is adopted, her new
“parents” will receive a personalized
adoption certificate, a photo of Julie
and keeper notes with facts about
hippopotamuses in the wild and Julie’s
life at the Memphis Zoo. This special
adoption package will also include a
Zambezi River Hippo Camp window
decal and a special hippo plush toy.
Adopting Julie isn’t the only way to
contribute to our Zambezi River Hippo
Camp campaign. Any time you make a
purchase at the Elephant’s Trunk Zoo
Shop, The Trading Post or The Bamboo
Shop, you can donate your change. The
retail associate will round your total
to the nearest dollar, and that extra
change will go toward building our hippos a new habitat. Your support will
make a difference.
Creature Feature
Hippopotamus
(hippopotamus amphibious)
The River Horse
The Memphis Zoo is proud to be
home to the mother-daughter hippo
duo, “Julie” and “Splish.” Julie was born
to parents “Adonis” and “Josephine” at
the Memphis Zoo on July 8, 1961. At 50
years old, she is one of the oldest hippos
in captivity. Her sister, “Donna,” at the
Mesker Park Zoo is the oldest at 59. The
average age of a hippo in captivity is approximately 30, with a few living past 50.
After the elephant, the hippopotamus is
the largest and heaviest land mammal.
Age is catching up to Julie a bit, causing
her to be slower getting out of the pool,
but she is still healthy and strong.
The hippopotamus is a semi-aquatic
creature, meaning they inhabit both
land and water. The name hippopotamus means “river horse” in Greek. True
to their name, hippos spend the day in
water coming out to graze on land in the
cool of the night. Male hippos are very
territorial in water, but much less so on
land. An adult dominant male will fiercely
defend his territory from other adult
males. A normal social group consists of
one dominant male and up to 30 females
and juveniles.
During the day they remain cool by
staying in the water or mud. Their skin
actually secretes a natural sunscreen
substance which is red in color. The secretion is sometimes referred to as “blood
sweat,” but it is neither blood nor sweat.
This secretion is initially colorless and
turns red-orange within minutes, eventually becoming brown. Hippos emerge at
dusk to graze on grass. While hippopotamuses rest near each other in the water,
grazing is a solitary activity. Although
hippos like to lie close to each other, they
do not seem to form social bonds except
between mothers and daughters. Julie is
a good mother, allowing Splish to be the
first in the pool in the mornings and the
first inside for supper at night. Julie loves
Learn more
about the past, present
Splish
and future of hippos
at the Memphis Zoo
on pages 6 -7.
the attention of her keepers, whether they
are feeding her treats like melons and
bananas or spraying her back and mouth
with the hose.
Julie has always lived here in Memphis
and has had nine offspring throughout
her life. “Splish” and “Splash,” Julie’s
youngest calves, were born on Christmas
Day in 1988. These two happen to be
twins, which is a rare occurrence among
hippos. Splash was sent to Michigan so
he could have a family of his own, while
Splish stayed here to live with her mom.
So the next time you visit the Zoo, be
sure to say hello to Julie and Splish at
the hippo exhibit.
D i d Yo u K n o w …
• After the elephant, the hippopotamus is the
largest and heaviest land mammal.
• The hippopotamus is a semi-aquatic creature,
meaning they inhabit both land and water. During
the day they remain cool by staying in the water
or mud.
• Their skin secretes a natural sunscreen substance which is red in color, sometimes referred to
as “blood sweat.”
• The average age of a hippo in captivity is
approximately 30.
Julie
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vv (Right) Cutline to come (Above) In March of 1989, LIFE magazine featured hippo twins “Splish” and “Splash,” born at the Memphis Zoo. The twins were named by Memphian Cybil Shepherd as part of a naming
A Bit of Hippo History
H
ippos have been at the Memphis Zoo for
almost 100 years. Zoo visitors have seen many
changes in the Zoo’s appearance over the years,
The Hippo House — 1916
but the faces of the animals who call the Memphis
1916, which was a Zoo sensation at the time. The hippos lived in the hippo house
Zoo home have changed as well. Our records show
white marble along today’s hippo pool where the old building once stood.
The Zoo’s hippos were transported to this new hippo house from Galloway Hall in
until the age of the building required a new home in 1955. There are still pieces of
that since 1914, six Nile hippos (not counting their
offspring who eventually moved to other zoos)
have been residents here, including the famous pair
“Adonis” and “Venus.” Other hippos included “Uebi,”
“Josephine,” “Julie” and “Splish.”
The Zoo’s nickname “Hippo Capital of the World”
was received in the 1950s. Learn more in this timeline by reading the history of hippos and their
exhibits at the Memphis Zoo and how you can
become a part of building their new home, Zambezi
MICHAEL MCMULLAN
River Hippo Camp!
A Dynasty
The Memphis Zoo received its first two hippos on April 1, 1914. The hippos
were kept in Galloway Hall for a short time, which later became the Reptile
House. The original hippo house was not completed until 1916.
Julie’s twins continue an ancestral line from Adonis, one of the Zoo’s first
hippos. Julie, pictured here with twins Splish and Splash, is the daughter
of Adonis. Julie’s mother, Josephine, was Adonis’ mate. No other animals
at the Memphis Zoo can claim an ancestral heritage of nearly a century
with the Zoo! If Splish one day has a mate, her offspring would keep this
dynasty alive.
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ceremony held at the Zoo.
Venus and Adonis
Adonis is pictured here with female Venus, who
had 16 calves of her own. When these two hippos
arrived at the Zoo, there was much fanfare throughout the City. Some schools even dismissed to view
the new arrivals.
At one time the Memphis Zoo was known as the
Hippo-Breeding Capital of the World because of
Adonis. He produced 25 offspring and lived to be
54 years old, setting a lifespan record for hippos in
captivity at that time.
Both hippos are pictured here with their long-time
keeper, Mr. Will Flynn. He watched over Venus and
Adonis from the time they arrived from Germany in
1914, until he retired in 1955. Venus died just a few
months after his retirement, and Adonis died in 1965.
The Demolition of the Old House — Fall 1955
(Above) The building on the far left in the picture above is the corner of the
current hippo house.
Julie’s Mother
(Above right) Adonis’ mate, Josephine, is pictured here with one of her offspring.
Josephine was the mother of Julie, one of the hippos currently living at the Memphis
Zoo. Celebrating her 50th birthday July 8, Julie is the second oldest female in
captivity, coming in second to her sister Donna, age 59, living at the Mesker Park Zoo.
(Bottom right) In March of 1989, LIFE magazine featured hippo twins Splish and
Splash, born at the Memphis Zoo on Christmas Day, 1988. The twins were named
by Memphian Cybil Shepherd as part of a naming ceremony held at the Zoo. The rare
birth of these twins garnered national attention with additional mentions on “Good
Michael McMullan
Twins Splish and Splash — March 1989
Morning America” and USA Today.
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Venturing to Zambezi: Upcoming Events
As we continue to raise funds for Zambezi River Hippo
Camp, join us for these special hippo events that will support
our building campaign.
ENJOY
July 9 – Happy Birthday to Julie
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. • Included with Zoo Admission
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OFF*
“Julie,” one of our two female hippos, is turning 50 July 8!
We’re throwing a birthday celebration Saturday, July 9 with
birthday games, touch carts, visits from our animal ambassadors and a special birthday treat for Julie!
*When you bring a birthday card for Julie, you’ll get $3 off
your admission! We’ll post the cards at her exhibit to add to the
birthday celebration. Valid 7.9.11 only. Cannot be combined with
other discounts.
July 15 – Hard Rock Café Block Party
1 to 7 p.m. • Hard Rock Café Memphis • No admission required
Hard Rock is celebrating 40 years of rock, and we’re
partnering with them for a block party downtown. Join us
for tours of Hard Rock’s special memorabilia bus. We’ll be
on hand with information about our special Adopt-a-Hippo
program, Zambezi River Hippo Camp, memberships and of
course, our animal ambassadors! Don’t miss this special
celebration with our friends at Hard Rock!
Nile Crocodiles
Crocodile Cove recently opened at the Zoo, but these crocs will have an
even better home in Zambezi.
T
his summer, we’re launching a public campaign
to raise funds for a new home for the hippos: Zambezi
River Hippo Camp. Once the money has been raised,
we will break ground and bring the Zambezi River to
Memphis. Check out the map to the right to see what’s
in store for hippos at the Memphis Zoo.
August 27 – Rockin’ for Zambezi at
Hard Rock Café
7 to 10 p.m. • Hard Rock Café Memphis • $10 per person
We’re joining with Hard Rock again to close out the
summer with a fundraiser for Zambezi River Hippo Camp at
one of the most rockin’ places in Memphis! When you join us
for this event, 100 percent of your admission fee will directly
support our campaign to build Zambezi. Enjoy a night of live
music downtown, and support your Memphis Zoo. Join us on
this adventure to Zambezi!
Adopt a Hippo
In honor of Julie’s 50th birthday, we’re offering a special
“Adopt a Hippo” as part of our Animal Adopt program. When
you adopt “Julie” or “Splish” for $50 this summer, a portion
of the funds goes toward Zambezi River Hippo Camp, and the
rest will go to the care of our hippos. Learn more about this
great program on page 4.
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Underwater Hippo Viewing
Did you know hippos are excellent swimmers? Watch them gracefully glide
along the bottom of their pool from inside the underwater viewing room.
Zambezi River Hippo Camp
Flamingo Flats
Okapi
The flamingos of the Memphis Zoo will enjoy an all-new home at
These interesting looking hoof stock will be a new addition to the
“Flamingo Flats.”
Memphis Zoo. A relative of the giraffe, okapi look like a cross
between a zebra and a giraffe.
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Edzoocation
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programs
Zoo Camp 2011
1st-2nd Grade
Monday - Friday • Now through August 5
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. • Aftercare 2 to 5:30 p.m.
$165/members; $195/nonmembers
Aftercare: $85/members; $90/nonmembers
(July 5-8, Tuesday-Friday only, $132/members,
$156/nonmembers;
Aftercare: $68/members, $72/nonmembers)
Registration deadline: The Monday before Camp.
Reservations made after the deadline will incur a
$20 late registration fee per child per program.
What a Watery Life
Number of Spaces: 12 campers for all PreK-K classes;
20 for Grades 1st-7th. Note: Children pick camp for
the grade they are entering into for the 2011-2012
school year.
It’s not too late to register for Zoo Camp! Just
choose the topic that fits your child’s age and interest
best and join us for the wildest camp in town!
Pre-K
(Child must be 4 years old and potty-trained to attend.)
Colors and Patterns
July 5-8, July 18-22, Aug. 1-5
Brights and browns, stripes and spots — colors
and patterns can make all the difference in the animal
world. Find out when patterns are preferable and
solids mean survival in this hands-on camp.
Animals on the Move
July 11-15, July 25-29
Swinging through the trees, running on the
ground, or gliding through the water — these are just
some of the interesting ways animals get around.
Explore how and why animals move so differently.
Sense-able Animals
July 5-8, July 18-22, Aug. 1-5
Ever wonder how animals see after dark, hear
underwater, and feel without fingers? In this insightful
class, we’ll see how animals make sense of the world
around them.
Egg-cellent Adventures
July 11-15, July 25-29
What do a chick, a fly, and a tadpole all have in
common? They all hatch from eggs! This egg-cellent
adventure takes a peep at the variety of animals that
lay eggs and what makes their babies so very special.
Discover more programs and get more information at memphiszoo.org/education.
Animal Grossology
July 5-8, July 18-22, Aug. 1-5
Your kids will flip over this camp about animals
that live in water. From sea lions to penguins, fish
to turtles, we will dive into what animals need to
survive in a watery world.
July 11-15, July 25-29
Spit and slime are good for more than just grossing out your little sister — in the wild kingdom, being
gross can be important to survive. In this camp we’ll
pick through the icky, sticky, ooey, gooey, and oh-sointeresting world of animal grossology.
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Fire and Ice
July 11-15, July 25-29
Imagine making your home on the side of a
volcano or even a glacier! Some animals take “living
on the edge” to the extreme — discover how in this
exciting exploration.
Animal Outlaws
July 5-8, July 18-22, Aug. 1-5
Some animals have a bad reputation, but many
of them are just misunderstood. This new camp
explores the rough and tough and softer sides of the
wild kingdom’s most rebellious public enemies.
Backyard Buddies
July 11-15, July 25-29
Our own backyard is full of fabulous and interesting wildlife. From opossums to owls, spiders to
snakes, we’ll take a look at the amazing animals
that call our neighborhood home.
3rd-4th Grade
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Toys and Treats
July 5-8, July 18-22, Aug. 1-5
Everyone loves toys and treats, and animals
are no exception. This enriching camp is sure to
be a treat for wildlife and kids alike as we learn how
having fun is also good for you.
Scout Programs
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. • $25 per person
(includes gate admission); one free chaperone/10 scouts
Number of Spaces: minimum of 15 participants
(we can help combine smaller groups); maximum of 30
participants • Programs can be scheduled most Saturdays
throughout the year • Call at least three (3) weeks in
advance to register. (901) 333-6765
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This program geared toward Girl Scouts and Cub
Scouts, our Badge-in-a-Day program will give your
scout the opportunity to earn a badge while
participating in fun, educational, and interactive
activities, including crafts, live animal visits, experiments and tours of the Zoo! Please visit the Zoo’s
website for available badges. Limited space and dates
available. All participants are responsible for acquiring the earned badge through their local council.
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Alien Invaders
July 11-15, July 25-29
The aliens have landed! No, not the green space
creatures — these alien invaders are already on Earth
but they are far from friendly. Come explore why
some plants and animals can actually cause harm
to an environment and its original inhabitants.
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5th-7th Grade
The Magical Mythical Zoo
July 5-8, July 18-22, Aug. 1-5
Pack your bags and brooms for a magical journey
through the Zoo. Learn how to concoct potions, care
for magical creatures, and fly through the sky in this
spellbinding camp!
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Junior Girls
Tigers
Bears
Brownies WolvesWebelos
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Farm Porch Pastimes
Music on the Porch
Join us at the Expo Building at Once Upon A Farm
for a down-home good time as we celebrate life on
the farm with special music. Included with regular
Zoo admission.
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• August 13
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Information line: (901) 333-6600 • Registration line: (901) 333-6765 • www.memphiszoo.org/education
Pre-registration is required. Prices are subject to change. The Education Department reserves the right to cancel a program due to insufficient registration.
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Events
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Birds & Bee
Members Night
6 to 9 p.m. • Exclusive Members Party
No outside beverages are permitted
Members Night returns with some
of your favorite activities, including a
sea lion show at 6:30 p.m., Birds & Bees
until 7 p.m. and entertainment in the
Courtyard. Plus, at the July Members
Night, the American Association of
Zookeepers (AAZK) will be holding
special activities in honor of National
Zookeeper Appreciation Week (July 17-23).
Special activities will include:
• A raffle for animal art to raise awareness and funds for rhino conservation.
• Activity stations that display various
aspects of the zookeeping profession
• Banner stations for visitors to sign
that will be displayed during zookeeper
week
Member Presale: July 15-21 • Event Date: Sept. 2
$30/members • $35/nonmembers
7 to 10 p.m. • Ages 21+ Only
Zoo Brew returns for the final Brew of the
summer as we celebrate Labor Day weekend.
Tickets go on sale to the general public July 22!
You’ve worked hard all summer, and now it’s
time to kick back and enjoy this one-of-a-kind,
beer-tasting event with beers from around
the world, live music and great food. Buy your
tickets early! Members, purchase tickets over
the phone or in person one week before the
general public. Limit four tickets per member
household during pre-sale. This event WILL
sell out.
JUL
Zoo Brew Tickets Go on Sale
Sept. 10
Zoo Rendezvous
7 to 10:30 p.m. • Ages 21+ Only
$200 per person
Sponsorships start at $750.
Don’t miss the biggest party
of the year. Stay tuned to
memphiszoo.org for
more info
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Junior Zookeeper Day
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Included with Zoo admission
Have you ever wondered what it’s like
to be a real zookeeper? Join us as we
celebrate National Zookeeper Week with
special activities on Saturday, July 23. We’ll
have activity stations throughout the Zoo
where you can learn how to be a zookeeper
for a day and even earn an honorary Junior
Zookeeper certificate!
Zoo Brew
Keeper Day
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Zoo News
Crocodile Cove
If you’ve been to the Memphis Zoo recently, you may have noticed that
Denizens of the Deep has received a bit of a face lift. This exhibit has been
re-named Crocodile Cove and is the home for two Western Nile crocodiles.
The male is 9 1/2 feet long, and the female is 7 feet long. These fullygrown crocodiles share their exhibit with approximately 400 tilapia, a fish
species native to Africa’s Nile River.
Nile crocodiles generally live 30 to 50 years in captivity. In the wild, they
can be found in central and western Africa. The Nile crocodile diet ranges
from smaller mammals, such as birds and zebras, to young elephants and
large cats, such as leopards. Humans pose the most threat to these crocs in
the wild, as they are constantly being hunted and their habitats are being
destroyed by pollution.
If you’re missing the animals from Denizens, don’t worry. The alligator
has been moved to the Herpetarium, and the fish now reside in the Aquarium.
Crocodile Cove is seasonal, open from early spring until early fall. This
new exhibit is a preview for Zambezi River Hippo Camp, which will also
feature Nile crocodiles.
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Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
You spoke and we listened!
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New membership cards
and easier online discounts
coming soon!
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Military Appreciation
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Independence Day
Music on
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Summer Zoo Camp
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Julie the hippo’s
50th birthday
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Hard Rock Café
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Summer Zoo Camp
July 18-22
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July 18-22
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Labor Day Weekend Activites!
Sept. 2 – Zoo Brew
Sept. 4 – Members Night
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Zambezi Fundraising Opportunities
Throughout the history of the Zoo, animals such as the
hippos have been able to see improvements in their exhibits
thanks to the donations provided by our supporters each
year. You can give to the building campaign of Zambezi
River Hippo Camp through a variety of ways:
Donate Your Change at the Zoo Shops
When you purchase items in the Zoo’s shops, you have
the opportunity to donate your “change for change.” If your
purchase isn’t an even dollar amount, you can round your
change up to the nearest dollar. Your change will go
directly to the Zambezi building campaign.
Website
Did you know you can donate to the Zoo directly
through our website? Just visit memphiszoo.org/donate to
make your donation online. This method is quick, easy
and secure.
Great gifts like this hippopotamus hand puppet are available in the
Elephant’s Trunk Zoo Shop. Round up your change on any purchase,
and your donation will go towards our fundraising efforts for
Zambezi River Hippo Camp.
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Bamboo Shop
Next time you’re in the Bamboo Shop at the exit of the
CHINA exhibit, you can help support Zambezi River Hippo
Camp. Purchase a commemorative hippo medallion inside
this Zoo shop for just $1, and your donation will go directly
to Zambezi.
Planned Giving
With a planned gift to the Zoo, as part of the overall financial
and estate planning you want for the future of your family, you
can help ensure its future in Memphis. In the process, you may
also get some tax-saving benefits. Examples include a gift of
appreciated assets, making the Zoo a beneficiary of your
individual retirement plan, will, or life insurance policy, or a
special Charitable Trust. Whatever your planning needs, we
want to work with you to achieve your family and charitable
goals. Please call Jimmy Jalenak at (901) 333-6516 to begin
the process.
As a nonprofit organization, we depend on donations to
improve our animals’ exhibits. If you’re interested in making a
contribution, no matter the amount, contact us at (901) 333-6553
or visit memphiszoo.org. The mural below is featured on the
wall of the hippo house and will be periodically updated with
our progress on the funding for Zambezi River Hippo Camp.
You can keep track with us by simply visiting the hippo exhibit.
Thank you for your support of the Memphis Zoo.
Honorariums & Memorials
The following friends are gratefully acknowledged for their thoughtful gifts made June 1, 2010 -May 31, 2011
Honorariums
Gift Received in Honor of
Master James Barton III
Charlie Anderson
Will Baird
Mr. and Mrs. James Barton
Andrew Harris
Graham Hawks
Will Jenks
Eli Jones
Nash Kaye
John Monaghan
Clayton Nearn
Griffin Ostner
Nelson Saenz
Charlie Shackelford
Mark and Lane Whitehead
Jack Zanone
Gift Received in Honor of
L.D. and Betty Beard
Sara and Tom Tilton
Gifts Received in Honor of
James B. Jalenak
Sally Harper
Roger and Ann Knox
Gift Received in Honor of
Mrs. Dorothy Kirsch
Ms. Charlotte Bernsen
Gift Received in Memory of
Menefee F. Kelley
Sarah Haizlip
Summit Asset Management
LLC
Gift Received in Honor of
Tristan Merediz
Arawata Garden Club
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Kids’ Ac tivit y Page
This hippo is trying to get to the Zambezi River to cool off from the hot
African sun, but she seems to be a bit lost. Can you help her find her
way? Avoid the dead ends and reach the cooling waters of Zambezi!
The Memphis Zoo is raising
funds to bring the Zambezi
to Memphis with its all-new exhibit,
Zambezi River Hippo Camp.
Learn more at
memphiszoo.org/zambezi
Start
Finish
SATURDAY SCHOOL
Ages 5 – 18
Classes begin October 1
Memphis College of Art Community Education
A Memphis tradition for over 70 years
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Sat, July 23 / 10am – 1pm
Frheilderen
for c nder
6&u
family day
Free
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help you create
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A drop-in activpm
from 11am – 1
For children and
their grown-ups.
Saturday, July 9
Come TogeTher
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film series and an op
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Kids will contribute to a group collage
and create their own to take home.
Explore sharing ideas with other
artists to create a work of art and
also innovative ways of expressing
themselves through art-making.
Saturday, august 13
PinCh, Pull
and Play!
Inspired by the Pisgah Forest &
Nonconnah Pottery exhibition,
opening at the Brooks on August
6, kids will explore self drying clay
and a variety of pottery techniques
to create their own unique bowls
and vessels.
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Paid
Non-Profit
Organization
U.S. Postage
Memphis, TN
Permit No. 1124
For more information and applications call 901-529-4242
Or visit our website at ORPHEUM-MEMPHIS.COM
Requested in-home dates July 1-5
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Memphis, TN 38112
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