Sunday, December 30, 2012

Zoo Run Run (Nashville Zoo @ Grassmere)


Unleash the beast and stick to those New Year’s resolutions with a little help from your animal friends at Nashville Zoo. Our annual run is a 5K route that will take you on a mad dash through the park. Whether you sprint, gallop, waddle, or crawl the Zoo Run Run is sure to bring out your inner animal!

EVENT DETAILS:
The Run will be officially timed, so experienced runners are encouraged to join us! This is an actual 5K route; however, some of the course is off-road.
The "Run" is also a walk - we encourage families to bundle up, grab their strollers and come out to experience Nashville Zoo in wintertime!
Dinner will be served to participants as they complete the course. Spectators are welcome to purchase a meal for an $10 donation to the Zoo.

!!THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!!
Location:
The Zoo Run Run takes place on Nashville Zoo’s property and leads participants throughout the park and on the back of the property, winding through some undeveloped areas as well as public pathways. Be aware that several areas are gravel roads, dirt trails or otherwise unpaved paths.
Date: Saturday, January 26, 2013
Fee:
Registering by 12 p.m., Friday, Dec. 14:
Zoo Member ages 13+ - $27
Non-Zoo Member ages 13+ - $32
Zoo member and non-member children (ages 5-12) - $15
Add a ChronoTrack Chip - $2 per registrant

Registering after 12 p.m., Friday, Dec. 14:
Zoo Member ages 13+ - $37
Non-Zoo Member ages 13+ - $42
Zoo member and non-member children (ages 5-12) - $25
Add a ChronoTrack Chip - $2 per registrant
Race Day:
$50 per participant, ages 13+
$30 per participant, ages 5-12
Times:
EVENT DAY SCHEDULE:
1 p.m. - Zoo closes to the public
1:30 p.m. - Late registration/check-in begins
3 p.m. - Race starts
4 p.m. - Post-race celebration (includes award presentation)
Additional Information:
All proceeds benefit Nashville Zoo, a not-for-profit, 501(c)3 organization.
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Nashville Zoo FrogWatch USA...


Nashville Zoo FrogWatch USA

It won’t be long before the frogs and toads begin to fill the air with their calls to remind us that spring is here. Tennessee is home to 21 native species of amphibians and is a perfect place to hear the variety of frogs and toads that call Tennessee their home. Unfortunately scientists estimate that half of all amphibian species may be threatened with extinction. But there is something you can do to help! Join FrogWatch USA! As a volunteer-based monitoring program, FrogWatch USA gives citizens across the country an opportunity to be directly involved in gathering information that can ultimately lead to practical and workable ways to stop amphibian decline. By collecting data on local frogs, you can help conserve these incredible animals and help preserve them for future generations.

You do not have to be a frog or toad expert to be a FrogWatch USA volunteer. All you need is an interest in frogs and toads and a willingness to participate in a volunteer training session with a commitment to monitor a site for at least three minutes twice a week throughout the breeding season. An ideal habitat consists of a wetland, such as a marsh, swamp, or pond that is quiet, safe at night and convenient for you to visit a few times a week. It could a creek, a favorite hiking trail or campground or even your backyard!

This program is free and open to anyone, individuals and families, who are interested in learning more about our local frogs and toads and wetlands. To become a FrogWatcher all you need to is attend our training sessions and commit to site monitoring at least once a week during the breeding season.

Upcoming Volunteer Training Sessions at the Nashville Zoo
Saturday, Jan. 19 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. General Training
Please pre-register for the training sessions by calling (615)-833-1534 ext. 141 or email jeperjesi@nashvillezoo.org

General information about FrogWatch can be found at www.aza.org.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Original Emancipation Proclamation Viewing


Original Emancipation Proclamation goes on display in Nashville

10:32 AM, Dec 10, 2012   |  
'First Reading of the Emancipation Proclamation,' by Francis Bicknell Carpenter
Written by
Duane W. Gang
The Tennessean
The Tennessee State Museum is accepting reservations starting today for those wanting to see the original Emancipation Proclamation when it is on display in Nashville in February.
Those wanting to see the document — an executive order issued by President Lincoln on Jan. 1, 1863 that freed slaves in the Confederacy — can wait in line or pay a small fee and reserve a time in advance.
The document will be on display for only 72 hours over the course of seven days from Feb. 12 through Feb. 18. Nashville is the only southeast stop for the document as part of the National Archives’ “Discovering the Civil War” exhibition.
Tennessee State Museum Executive Director Lois Riggins-Ezzell said the museum wanted to create a system where viewers could make reservations in advance after visitors at the Henry Ford Museum in Michigan waited up to seven hours to see the Emancipation Proclamation.
“This way, visitors from Memphis, Chattanooga, or Knoxville can make a reservation before driving all the way to Nashville,” Riggins-Ezzell said in a statement.
Reservations can be made on the hour, quarter hour and half hour, with the last 15 minutes of each hour reserved for walk ins, the museum said. About 300 people will be able to see the document each hour.
“The National Archives are very strict about controlling the amount of light which is shown on the document,” Riggins-Ezzell said in the statement. “We have 72 hours of viewing, no more, so we have to make sure everyone who buys a reservation gets in to see it.”
Those interested can make a reservation through the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, either online, at TPAC’s windows or by calling 615-782-4040. There is no admission fee to see the document, but TPAC will charge a $1handling fee to process the reservation.
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Family Events @ Bridgestone Arena


Discounts for Bridgestone Arena Family Shows

Monster Jam (2 shows) - Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam, stars the biggest performers on four wheels: Monster Jam trucks! The twelve-feet-tall, ten-thousand-pound machines will bring you to your feet, racing and ripping up a custom-designed track full of obstacles to soar over - OR smash through. The 2013 touring season brings more Monster Jam excitement with the celebration of Maximum Destruction’s 10th Anniversary providing a massive night's entertainment tailored perfectly for your family's budget, and these colorful, larger-than-life beasts are sure to capture the hearts of both young and old.
· Friday, January 4, 2013 @ 7:30PM
· Saturday, January 5, 2013 @ 7:30PM
Your Cost: $20.75/ticket (reg. $25) for Club Level Sections 201-224 and Upper Level Sections 301-333

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus: DRAGONS (7 shows) - Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey Presents DRAGONS is a once in a millennium event that honors The Year of the Dragon. Circus performers from the farthest reaches of the earth have assembled for Ringling Bros. Presents DRAGONS to showcase their astounding acts of bravery and astonishing athleticism. DRAGONS is a never-before-seen blend of renowned spiritual and real life legends that can be found only at The Greatest Show On Earth!
· Friday, January 25, 2013 @ 10:30AM & 7PM
· Saturday, January 26, 2013 @ 11AM, 3PM & 7PM
· Sunday, January 27, 2013 @ 1PM & 5PM
Your Cost: $16/ticket (reg. $20-$26) for Lower Level Sections 101-107 & 114-120

*BONUS* - 50% OFF Nashville Predators Kids Club All-Star Memberships with the purchase of Monster Jam or Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus tickets.

Your cost with the discount is just $20 per membership (reg. $39) and includes a Predators lunchbox, t-shirt, school supply kit, discount on GNASH birthday party/appearance, monthly newsletter, two tickets to a select home game ($70 value) and more! Go towww.nashvillepredators.com/kidsclub for more details.

Children 2 & up require a ticket. All orders are subject to a $5 handling fee. Payment and delivery for Kids Club memberships will be processed separately from the ticket purchase.   

Contact Dan Schaefer with questions/ticket orders at 615-770-2115 ordschaefer@nashvillepredators.com.