Deal Finder E: Cute Pics: Houston Zoo

I am a member of the Houston Zoo so I received this email. Look at the cute pics!

Things I recently learned:
If the weather is a little cold or overcast the zoo is almost empty.
And the parking lot is almost empty, too!
There are tons of indoor buildings at the Zoo.
If you see a zookeeper around, you can ask them questions even if it isn't part of a scheduled activity.
Definitely bring a stroller or wagon. Rentals are between $8 and $11 with $1 returned after you return the item.
Some of the bathrooms are fun to visit just to look at the stalls.
The water outside the petting zoo at the handwashing station can be REALLY cold on cold days.
If you eat a snack (like goldfish you bring from home) in the playground next to the petting zoo, the goats will smell it and come visit you and birds will come to clean up the crumbs.

Reminder: individuals annual memberships aren't really individual because it is you get in free plus a guest. Normal price $50. Catch it for $45.

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From: Houston Zoo <interactivemarketing@houstonzoo.org>
Date: Tue, Jan 19, 2010 at 7:45 AM
Subject: Rhinos Coming To The Houston Zoo
To: 1beautifullife2@gmail.com

Dear Elizabeth,

Here's what's new at the Houston Zoo.

Rhinos Coming to the Houston Zoo

In the past decade, the number of rhinos in the world has dropped rapidly, which only adds to the importance of bringing white rhinos to The African Forest.

We wanted give our Zoo members and fans a chance to learn about rhinos before we bring them in later this year, so we will be hosting the International Rhino Foundation (IRF) on January 28 for a special Call of the Wild Lecture Series presentation.

Dr. Susie Ellis of the IRF will share her incredible experiences and breathtaking photos during this evening event. Learn more about this unique opportunity...

Wild For Love

Saturday, February 13 | 7:00 p.m.

Courtship and romance. Dancing, primping, and displays of strength. It's not just a human phenomenon. Animal mating and courtship rituals can be mild, wild or completely bizarre.

Explore the naturally wild world of animal mating and dating with your special someone at the Houston Zoo's Wild for Love Valentine's dinner and lecture.

Purchase your tickets now!

Valentine's Day Brunch

Sunday, February 14 | 11:00 a.m.

Can't make it to our Wild for Love evening event? Then head to our Valentine's Day Brunch, an all new Valentine's Day event.

Mix and mingle with animals and keepers and let us do the cooking - guests will dine on southern grits and grillades, pancakes, bacon, a ham carving station, and more!

Get details now...

Princess Day - A Benefit For Frog Conservation
Saturday, February 13 | 10:30 a.m.

What would a princess be with out a frog? What would a frog be without a princess?

Princesses will come together for frog conservation at the Houston Zoo's first Princess Day.

Meet some real frogs (endangered Houston toads, actually) and the keepers who care for them. Princesses can enjoy finger sandwiches, cookies and punch, and have their picture taken with the Zoo's frog mascot.

It's B.Y.O.T. (Bring Your Own Tiara). Costumes are encouraged. Frog kissing is optional.

Sign up today!

Souper Bowl of Caring
Saturday, January 30 & Sunday, January 31

As the top football teams battle for the big title, you can tackle hunger right here in Houston. Every dollar and can of food goes directly to the Houston Food Bank.

Bring a can of food on either day to the Houston Zoo and get a free child's ticket with the purchase of an adult ticket.

Get involved today...

Laura Ingalls Wilder - Voice Of The Prairie
...At the Houston Zoo!

Come to the Houston Zoo Saturdays, January 23 & 30 and Sundays, January 24 & 31 to see characters from Kathryn Shultz Miller's delightful play Laura Ingalls Wilder: Voice of the Prairie.

The A.D. Players will be performing this play. Don't miss it! Get more details...

Backyard Monsters
January 23 - May 9, 2010

Learn what it's like to be a bug when larger-than-life animatronics take over The Health Museum at Backyard Monsters: The World of Insects. Take a tour through this exhibit where the giant, animatronic bugs make the chirping, clicking noises bugs make.

The Houston Zoo's Naturally Wild Swap Shop will present a bug demonstration at The Health Museum.

Learn more...

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