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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 203-394-6575 or e-mailing cskaufman@hotmail.com.
To be added to the media list and receive all press releases and the Zoo’s monthly e-newsletter, e-mail your credentials and contact information to cskaufman@hotmail.com.
To receive the URL to the online image library, where you may download high-res photographs for publication, please e-mail your credentials and contact information to cskaufman@hotmail.com.
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Press Releases
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2010
- Zoo Welcomes New Members to the Family! - 9/2/2010
Meet the Zoo's newest additions -- an Andean condor and three llamas.
- Fall Into Family Fun at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo - 8/19/2010
The Zoo announces a wide variety of events this September and October.
- “Everyone is a Kid” at the Zoo Aug. 16 - 31 - 8/9/2010
The Zoo announces “Everyone is a Kid” pricing from August 16 through August 31, 2010.
- Fall Into Family Fun at CT's Beardsley Zoo - 7/30/2010
The Zoo announces a wide variety of events this September and October sure to delight visitors of all ages.
- Zoo Announces its August Events - 7/23/2010
The Zoo announces exciting additions to its summer calendar of events.
- Move Over Jon Gosselin! Hamton J. Pig Has You Beat! - 7/22/2010
Just days apart, both of the Zoo’s female Guinea Hogs, Jodie and Olivia, gave birth to litters of piglets.
- CT's Beardsley Zoo Recognized for “Making a Difference” in Trumbull - 7/1/2010
Town of Trumbull Business Education Initiative (BEI) recently honored CT's Beardsley Zoo at its 14th Annual Recognition Event with a Making a Difference Recognition Award.
- The Eagles Have Landed! - 6/28/2010
Just in time for the 4th of July, Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo welcomes three Bald Eagles to the family.
- Zoo Invites Public to Welcome a North American River Otter Pup to the Zoo Family - 5/18/2010
Weighing just 120 grams, or 4.2 ounces, at birth, a tiny but healthy North American River Otter named Homer became the newest addition to the Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo family.
- Summer is Wild at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo - 5/5/2010
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo, the state’s only Zoo, releases its summer 2010 programming calendar.
- Zoo Offers Something for Everyone in April and May - 2/26/2010
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo is pleased to release its calendar for April and May 2010.
- Cupid Aims His Arrow at Naka and Booskin - 2/12/2010
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is planning on bringing together Naka and Booskin, the two Amur tigers in residence, to be introduced for the very first time.
- March Offers Family Programming and Discounts at Connecticut’s Only Zoo - 2/3/2010
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo, the state’s only Zoo, is pleased to release its March 2010 programming calendar.
- Zoo Family Mourns Death of Oldest Living Andean Condor in Captivity - 1/26/2010
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo announced today that Thaao, the oldest living Andean condor in captivity, has died at nearly 80 years of age.
2009
- Shoot for Eagle to Support the Zoo's Eagle Exhibit! - 9/8/2009
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. - September 7, 2009 - On Monday, September 21st, Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo will host its 3rd Annual Golf Tournament at the exclusive Connecticut Golf Club in Easton, Connecticut.
- Fall Family Fun at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo - 8/28/2009
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, the state's only zoo, announces updates to its September and October calendar of events.
- There's a New Tiger in Town! - 8/25/2009
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo is the new home to Naka, a four-year-old female Amur tiger that recently arrived from the Rosamond Gifford Zoo in Syracuse.
- Fall Family Fun at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo - 8/12/2009
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo, the state’s only zoo, announces a wide variety of events this September and October sure to delight visitors of all ages.
- Cap Off the Summer at Connecticut's Only Zoo - 8/5/2009
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, the state's only Zoo, announces our updated calendar of events for August.
- Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo Secures $65,000 in Funding from Fairfield County Community Foundation - 8/5/2009
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, the state's only Zoo, recently received two grants totaling $65,000 from the Fairfield County Community Foundation (FCCF).
- Local Celebrities to Guest Star on the Connecticut Free Shakespeare Stage - 7/15/2009
- Connecticut Free Shakespeare Celebrates 10 Years of Summer Performances - 7/13/2009
Connecticut Free Shakespeare (CFS), in its 10th anniversary season, is re-creating its first summer's production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream."
- Summer is Wild at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo - 6/2/2009
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo, the state’s only Zoo, is pleased to release its summer 2009 programming calendar.
- You Can Be A Zookeeper for a Day! - 5/19/2009
If you've ever wondered what it's like to be a Zookeeper, this is your big chance.
- Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo Announces Winning Name for Ocelot Kitten - 4/23/2009
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo, the state’s only Zoo, is pleased to announce the results of its ocelot kitten naming contest.
- Connecticut's Own "Octomom" Gives Birth—to Piglets - 4/22/2009
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, the state's only Zoo, welcomed the birth of eight Guinea Hog piglets on April 16, 2009.
- Zoo Hosts Party for the Planet - 4/17/2009
Beardsley Zoo, the state's only Zoo, invites families to the Party for the Planet, a two-day Earth Day celebration.
- Governor Rell Presents Zoo Director Gregg Dancho with Statewide Award - 4/10/2009
Gregg Dancho, director of Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, the state's only Zoo, will be honored with a Culture and Tourism Distinguished Advocate Award on April 15, 2009.
- DEP Comm. Gina McCarthy to Keynote Conference for Citizen Scientists - 3/12/2009
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, the state's only Zoo, invites the community to the 3rd Annual Connecticut Urban Ecology Conference, which will explore "C.S.I.: Citizen Science Investigators."
- Spring into the Zoo this Season! - 3/12/2009
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, the state's only Zoo, is pleased to release its updated calendar for April and May 2009.
- Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo asks public to choose name for ocelot "Miracle Kitten" - 3/5/2009
It's been five months since he was born and Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo now needs your help to decide what to name the ocelot "Miracle Kitten" born through a groundbreaking artificial insemination (AI) procedure on Halloween of 2008.
- Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo opens registration for career exploration programs for teens - 2/21/2009
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, the state's only Zoo, is offering two innovative programs open to area teens interested in science and conservation.
- Why Wild Animals Don't Make Good Pets - 2/20/2009
Given the tragic events of this week's chimpanzee attack, Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo believes it is imporant to share timely and educational information with you, our valued members and friends.
- March Comes in Like a...Tiger? at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo - 2/20/2009
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, the state's only Zoo, is pleased to release their March 2009 programming calendar.
- Ocelots, Tigers & Crafts - Oh My! - 2/13/2009
The public is invited to come meet Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo's two newest residents: the ocelot "Miracle Kitten" and Booskin, the five year old Siberian tiger that recently arrived from the Detroit Zoo.
- First Responders Help Marine Mammals in Trouble - 1/21/2009
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, the state's only zoo, recently hosted a First Responder class for individuals interested in learning the proper protocol when aiding a stranded marine mammal or sea turtle.
- Families Invited to Ring in the Year of the Ox - 1/16/2009
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, the state's only zoo, invites families to take part in special programming to celebrate Asian New Year on Saturday, January 31, 2009 from Noon to 3:00 P.M.
2008
- Zoo Receives $150,000 Donation from People's United Community Foundation - 12/10/2008
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, the state's only zoo, is proud to announce it recently received a $150,000 multi-year grant from People's United Community Foundation in Bridgeport, Connecticut.
- Wednesdays are Wild at the Zoo This Winter - 12/8/2008
This month, Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo kicks off "Wild Wednesdays" with special programs and free offers for families every Wednesday through early February.
- Endangered "Miracle Kitten" Born Through Artificial Insemination at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo - 12/1/2008
The veterinarian at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo said it's official... the rare endangered ocelot kitten born through artificial insemination (AI) is a BOY!
- AZA Grants Accreditation to Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo - 11/25/2008
The Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) today announced that Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo was granted accreditation by AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission.
- Zoo's Teen Conservation Training Program Garners $78,780 from Two Connecticut Foundations - 11/6/2008
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, the state's only zoo, is pleased to announce that two Connecticut foundations have donated a total of $78,780 over four years.
- November Events at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo - 10/24/2008
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo is celebrating the Thanksgiving season with activities for visitors of all ages.
- Halloween Happenings at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo - 10/10/2008
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo is celebrating the spooky season with activities for goblins of all ages.
- Wild Wine Safari to Benefit Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo - 8/25/2008
Animal lovers and wine connoisseurs from near and far will gather under the stars for the annual "Wild Wine Safari" benefitting Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo.
- Arlo Guthrie in Concert at the Zoo - 8/18/2008
Three generations of Guthrie boys will be on stage at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo this Friday, August 22, 2008 at 8:00 P.M.
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