BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Virginia Zoo - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Virginia Zoo X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://virginiazoo.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Virginia Zoo REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T144056 CREATED:20240321T182249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T182251Z UID:32171-1711533600-1711537200@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:Wild Walks DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about our animals\, habitats\, and Zoo conservation? Join us for a free\, guided 60-minute tour at 10 am led by Education staff every Wednesday. The topics will change each week\, but all tours will incorporate themes of Connection\, Care\, and Community as they relate to Zoo conservation. Space is limited and reservations can be made on the day of your visit. \n\n\n\n\nReserve your spot today! URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/wild-walks-9/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/f0e3bbb3-b0b1-6808-f831-4709f929837d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T123000 DTSTAMP:20260406T144056 CREATED:20240304T180136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T180140Z UID:33472-1709726400-1709728200@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:"Lands of Scientia" book-reading DESCRIPTION:Geremiah DelValle is a 15-year-old teen author who wrote his book\, Lands of Scientia in middle school at the age of 11. He has a love for science and literature\, so he loves to speak about his book to encourage the joy of reading. This page-turner will keep readers waiting to see if the Freedom Trio can save the Lands of Scientia. Come visit Geremiah on Wednesday\, March 6 to hear a portion of the book during Story Time and learn more about what inspired him to write this book. \n\n\n\nThis event is included with admission for all Zoo guests on March 6. URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/lands-of-scientia-book-reading/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Unknown.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T190000 DTSTAMP:20260406T144056 CREATED:20240111T174004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T174006Z UID:32968-1706205600-1706209200@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:GenZoo Launch Event DESCRIPTION:Are you a young professional with a passion for saving the world’s wildlife? As a member of GenZoo\, you’ll join peers with similar goals in helping to advance the Virginia Zoo’s mission and connect with nature. Join us on January 25th at 6PM at the Virginia Zoo to learn more about how you can use your time and talents to support wildlife conservation\, all while networking with a variety of professionals in Hampton Roads. You’ll get to meet a few of our scaly and slithery friends\, too! \n\n\n\nRSVP here by January 15: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfebH6ZTS4_B-sVJtso3bRdjDGXLELMOcMn-2gtuG984eb0zA/viewform \n\n\n\nDesigned for networking and philanthropy for young professionals\, GenZoo will dedicate their time\, talents and resources to support the Virginia Zoo’s mission in wildlife conservation. At our kickoff event\, we will build committees that collectively work towards a better tomorrow. URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/genzoo-launch-event/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/genzooWP-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240101T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T144056 CREATED:20231228T171948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T181050Z UID:32869-1704101400-1706716800@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:Science Museum of Virginia Membership Swap DESCRIPTION:Virginia Zoo members visiting the Science Museum: (January Hours Tuesday-Sunday from 9:30-5) \n\n\n\n🧬 Virginia Zoo members will enjoy $10 admission when they visit the Science Museum of Virginia in January 2024.(Must present a valid Virginia Zoo membership card and photo ID). Must be redeemed in person at Guest Services. \n\n\n\n🧬 Virginia Zoo members will receive 10% off in the Science Museum gift shop\, café\, and concession stand by showing their membership card. \n\n\n\n🧬 Virginia Zoo members who join the Science Museum in January 2024 can apply the regular admission they paid for the visit PLUS take an additional 10% off a membership to the Science Museum.**Excludes Museums for All membership levels. \n\n\n\nScience Museum members visiting the Virginia Zoo: Open Daily 9:30– 4 pm (last admission at 3 pm\, Closed on New Year’s Day) \n\n\n\n🦁 Members of the Science Museum will enjoy discounted admission when they visit the Virginia Zoo during the month of January. (Members will enjoy $10 admission with a valid member card and photo ID) Not valid for special events and education programs. \n\n\n\n🦁 Science Museum members will also have 10% discounts in the gift shop and food service locations. \n\n\n\n🦁 Science Museum members who join the Virginia Zoo during the month of January can takeadvantage of two extra months free on a Virginia Zoo membership (14 months of membership!). URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/science-museum-of-virginia-membership-swap/ CATEGORIES:Membership Swap ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/282cc084-329b-4d9d-b2d0-5c6256b5ac71.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240101T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T144056 CREATED:20231208T172537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T164337Z UID:32544-1704101400-1706716800@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:Nauticus Member Swap DESCRIPTION:Nauticus Members Visiting the Zoo in January\, the following benefits await: \n\n\n\n🦁 Free General Admission \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n ● Nauticus members enjoy free general admission each day. Must show a Nauticus membership card and valid ID to ticket booth staff upon arrival. Not valid for special events\, programs\, or field trips. \n\n\n\n🦁 Gift Shop and Restaurant Discounts: Enjoy 10% off in the Gift Shop and at The African Village Restaurant. Please present your Nauticus membership card to the cashier at checkout for discount to apply. \n\n\n\n🦁 Special Membership Offer: Purchase a one-year Virginia Zoo membership at any level and receive two additional complimentary months of membership (14 months of membership!). To redeem\, join at our Membership Desk or by contacting our Membership Department: Call 757-441-2374 or email info@virginiazoo.org. Have Nauticus membership card on hand. URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/nauticus-member-swap-2/ CATEGORIES:Membership Swap ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/battleship-walkthough-19.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T144056 CREATED:20231011T185054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T185056Z UID:32167-1701252000-1701255600@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:Wild Walks DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about our animals\, habitats\, and Zoo conservation? Join us for a free\, guided 60-minute tour at 10 am led by Education staff every Wednesday. The topics will change each week\, but all tours will incorporate themes of Connection\, Care\, and Community as they relate to Zoo conservation. Space is limited and reservations can be made on the day of your visit. \n\n\n\n\nReserve your spot today! URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/wild-walks-7/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/f0e3bbb3-b0b1-6808-f831-4709f929837d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231127T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231127T235959 DTSTAMP:20260406T144056 CREATED:20221114T201253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T183830Z UID:30330-1701043200-1701129599@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:CyBEAR Monday DESCRIPTION:It’s CyBEAR Monday. Take advantage of our CyBEAR Monday deal: 20% OFF any Zoodoption level! Zoodoption packages make perfect gifts for people of all ages; become a Zoo Parent to any of your favorite Zoo animals. Use promo code CYBEAR23 at checkout. \nValid on 11/27/2023 only. \nZoodoptions will be mailed before the USPS Christmas shipping deadline and should arrive before Christmas. \n\n\n\nPURCHASE ZOODOPTIONS URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/cybear-monday-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/ZOO_8748-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231122T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231122T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T144056 CREATED:20231011T185031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T185033Z UID:32165-1700647200-1700650800@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:Wild Walks DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about our animals\, habitats\, and Zoo conservation? Join us for a free\, guided 60-minute tour at 10 am led by Education staff every Wednesday. The topics will change each week\, but all tours will incorporate themes of Connection\, Care\, and Community as they relate to Zoo conservation. Space is limited and reservations can be made on the day of your visit. \n\n\n\n\nReserve your spot today! URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/wild-walks-6/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/f0e3bbb3-b0b1-6808-f831-4709f929837d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T144056 CREATED:20231011T185003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T185004Z UID:32163-1700042400-1700046000@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:Wild Walks DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about our animals\, habitats\, and Zoo conservation? Join us for a free\, guided 60-minute tour at 10 am led by Education staff every Wednesday. The topics will change each week\, but all tours will incorporate themes of Connection\, Care\, and Community as they relate to Zoo conservation. Space is limited and reservations can be made on the day of your visit. \n\n\n\n\nReserve your spot today! URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/wild-walks-5/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/f0e3bbb3-b0b1-6808-f831-4709f929837d.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T183000 DTSTAMP:20260406T144056 CREATED:20230221T124335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T125319Z UID:30841-1677081600-1677090600@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:Frog Watch USA Volunteer Training DESCRIPTION:Help the Virginia Zoo gather important information about amphibians in Hampton Roads and contribute to real conservation efforts! Are you interested in local conservation and the animals in your backyard? Then FrogWatch USA™ might be the right program for you. Come join the Virginia Zoo as we explore the outdoors to discover local amphibian species and learn about conservation issues they face and how you can help. You do not have to be a frog or toad expert to be a citizen scientist in the FrogWatch USA™ program. All you need is an interest in nature and a commitment learning more about local amphibians! \n\n\n\nThere is no fee to attend and you need only attend ONE of the classes. Training sessions are located at the Virginia Zoo. \n\n\n\nAll children must accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nTo register for the training\, please email kate.reichert@norfolk.gov or call 757.441.2374 ext. 225. \n\n\n\nFrogWatch USA™ is a long-term citizen science monitoring program of frogs and toads. \n\n\n\nAs a volunteer-based monitoring program organized by Akron Zoo\, FrogWatch USA™ gives citizens across the country an opportunity to collect data and gather information to help combat the global decline of amphibians. General information about FrogWatch USA™ can be found on here. URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/frog-watch-usa-volunteer-training/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/IMG_0153.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR