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Lineup for Party for the Planet:
A Month-Long Celebration of the Earth
LG&E and KU sponsor events throughout April
The Louisville Zoo is throwing its annual bash for the Earth — Party for the Planet: A Month-Long Celebration of the Earth, powered by Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company. The lineup for the month of April includes expanded discount options with $5 Fun Day Mondays (April 13, 20 & 27), special activities; zookeeper presentations; a regional art contest for students; $8 admission on April 19 and events to delight patrons of all ages.
“This year’s expanded discount options offer more opportunities for everyone to join in the fun,” said Laura Douglas, vice president of Corporate Responsibility and Community Affairs at LG&E and KU. “Families throughout Kentucky are invited to take advantage of the special admission and come spend time together at the Louisville Zoo, while learning more about the earth and its many creatures.”
Earth Day Festival
During the Earth Day festival on April 19, guests can enjoy $8 admission to the Zoo and free parking, courtesy of LG&E and KU.
Back again this year is Trashformation: a Trash-to-Treasure Recyclable Art Contest for students from preschool through grade 12. This fun contest offers six artwork divisions and is open to individual students, groups or classes. Contest rules and registration forms are available at louisvillezoo.org/trashformation. The registration deadline is March 20. Winners will be announced at the Earth Day Festival and all entries will be displayed.
Visit louisvillezoo.org for a complete list of Earth month events.
Party for the Planet Activities
Saturdays, April 4, 11, 18 and 25; 7:30 –11:30 a.m.
ZooPoopyDoo Compost and Mulch Sale
Get your garden ready for spring with our unique, high-quality ZooPoopyDoo compost and hardwood bark mulch. Compost is $40 per scoop. Mulch is $19.50 per scoop. There are 17.8 cubic feet per scoop. These products are now available for pre-purchase online at louisvillezoo.org.
Saturday, April 4, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Eco-Partners: Bernheim Forest
Join our MetaZoo Education Department along with the Children at Play Initiative at Bernheim Forest as they offer a “Free-Play Day” with Zoo admission. As part of our April 4th Play Day, local musician Gregory Acker will use instruments to lead a fun musical play session with guests.
Sunday, April 5, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
EGGStravaganza
This is one EGGciting weekend. Bring your baskets for the Easter Egg Hunt. Eggs can be redeemed for a prize following the hunt. Also, visit with the Easter Bunny.
Saturday, April 11, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Eco-Partner: Kentucky Herp Society
Stop by the Zoo’s front plaza and visit with the Kentucky Herp Society and some of their amazing creatures.
Sunday, April 12, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Arctic Ambassadors Day
Arctic Ambassadors Day featuring Zoo mascots Tundra and Griswald and bear facts at Glacier Run.
Monday, April 13, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Fun Day Monday
Enjoy $5 general admission courtesy of LG&E and KU, with special zoo keeper talks and appearances by LG&E and KU’s “Louie the Lightening Bug.”
Sunday, April 19, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (enjoy the Zoo until 6 p.m.)
$8 admission all day, free parking
Eco-Partner displays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Celebrate Earth Day at the Louisville Zoo, and enjoy $8 admission courtesy of LG&E and KU. Spend the day learning about the Zoo’s conservation efforts and visit environmental displays located throughout the Zoo featuring some of our eco-partners.
Monday, April 20, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Fun Day Monday
Enjoy $5 general admission courtesy of LG&E and KU, with special zoo keeper talks and appearances by LG&E’s “Louie the Lightening Bug.”
Saturday, April 25, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Eco-Partner: Kentucky Science Center
Kentucky Science Center staff will be on hand to help you learn how to do your part to help our planet.
Sunday, April 26, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Eco-Partner: Kentucky Science Center and World Penguin Day
Kentucky Science Center staff will be on hand to help you learn how to do your part to help our planet. Guests can learn about the Zoo’s penguins by visiting hands-on interactive stations and keeper talks. The Zoo’s newest mascot will also make his debut and have appearances throughout the day.
Monday, April 27, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Fun Day Monday
Enjoy $5 general admission courtesy of LG&E and KU, with special zoo keeper talks and appearances by LG&E’s “Louie the Lightening Bug.”
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The Louisville Zoo, a non-profit organization and state zoo of Kentucky, is dedicated to bettering the bond between people and our planet by providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for visitors, and leadership in scientific research and conservation education. The Zoo is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) and by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).
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Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) family of companies, are regulated utilities that serve a total of 1.2 million customers and have consistently ranked among the best companies for customer service in the United States. LG&E serves 321,000 natural gas and 397,000 electric customers in Louisville and 16 surrounding counties. Kentucky Utilities serves 543,000 customers in 77 Kentucky counties and five counties in Virginia. More information is available at www.lge-ku.com and www.pplweb.com.
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