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href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="return false;" - Feb 4, 2010 Zoo and Aquarium Visitor NewsDes Moines, IA - The African Lions at the Blank Park Zoo chose New Orleans to win the big game on Sunday. Two boxes were placed in the ... href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="return false;" - Feb 4, 2010 KSDKThe lions at Iowa's Blank Park Zoo used boxes to make their choice. They too went with New Orleans. They then destroyed the boxes. href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="return false;" - Feb 11, 2010 DesMoinesRegister.comPreschool students had the opportunity to interact with animals from the Blank Park Zoo on Feb. 9. This was a family event meant for preschool students to ... href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="return false;" - Jan 26, 2010 Quad City TimesDennis Cox, vice president for restaurant operations for Heart of America, said the company also operates catering services for the Blank Park Zoo in Des ... href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="return false;" - Jan 28, 2010 DesMoinesRegister.comStudents and staff enjoyed some interesting animals from the Blank Park Zoo on Jan. 12. Students learned about a tortoise, alligator, parakeet and a blue ... href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="return false;" - Jan 19, 2010 DesMoinesRegister.comSince then, the YP organization has raised more than $650000, with money going to Blank Park Zoo, juvenile diabetes research, the Des Moines Playhouse, ... href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="return false;" - Jan 22, 2010 Central Valley Business TimesPrior to retirement, he was director of the Chaffee Zoo from 1991 to 2003, Kansas City Zoo from 1987 to 1991 and Blank Park Zoo from 1982 to 1987. ... href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="return false;" - Jan 28, 2010 DesMoinesRegister.comStudents and staff enjoyed some interesting animals from the Blank Park Zoo on Jan. 12. Students learned about a tortoise, alligator, parakeet and a blue ... Blank Park Zoo Paying Tribute to Their Zookeepers This Week - Jul 21, 2009 Zoo and Aquarium Visitor NewsKeepers at Iowa's Blank Park Zoo disagree. “Some people think all we do is shovel scat,� said Jeff Dier, Animal Curator. “Forty years ago that's mostly what This is Birdman's Last Week at Blank Park Zoo - Jul 20, 2009 Zoo and Aquarium Visitor NewsDes Moines, IA - Joe Krathwohl, better known as “The Birdman,� is in his final week at the Blank Park Zoo. “This is my return to Iowa after Lt. Gov. Judge's 'Travel Iowa' stops at King's Pointe - Jul 27, 2009 Storm Lake Pilot TribuneJudge's tour has already taken her border to border, starting at Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines two weeks ago. As she goes, she is finding herself surrounded Chilly day is a plus for zoo's penguins - Jul 18, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.comHere's how unusually cool it was for mid-July: The Magellan penguins at Des Moines' Blank Park Zoo Your 2 Cents' Worth: Sunday, August 2, 2009 - Aug 2, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.comHave you been to the Blank Park Zoo this year? I was there last week with my 5 year old for the first time this season. The changes and improvements are Baby Grows 4 Feet, Gains 600 Pounds - Jul 24, 2009 KCCI.comDES MOINES, Iowa -- One of the Blank Park Zoo's newest babies is celebrating his first birthday on Sunday. Zoo officials said Mkuu has gained 600 pounds and Two Des Moines school board members to seek reelection - Jul 26, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.com...on the boards of United Way of Central Iowa, Early Childhood Partnership, Polk County Empowerment, and on the advisory board of the Blank Park Zoo. Into the wild - Jul 10, 2009 Marshalltown Times RepublicanTuesday it will literally be a zoo as a collection of several live animals will be on display by Blank Park Zoo staff. The visit will include two identical Hugh Jackman and Richard Marx visit Kevin Costner in Davenport - Jul 29, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.comBy the way, Tony is playing at the Blank Park Zoo and The Grand Piano Bistro tonight, so you can ask him about the details in person, too. Alligator takes center stage - Jul 14, 2009 Marshalltown Times RepublicanA baby alligator was the star of the show as Blank Park Zoo presented four animals at the Marshalltown Public Library South Des Moines chamber shows spunk in tough times - Jul 21, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.comThe staff member, Executive Director Megan Shields, had worked out of temporary work spaces in places like the Blank Park Zoo, and the chamber had used a Honor Flag: Flag flown over Ground Zero comes to H'fest - Jul 29, 2009 West Branch TimesEducators from the Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines will demonstrate a number of zoo reptiles in the area near the Hoover birthplace cottage and blacksmith shop Travelers looking for value in local vacations - Jul 17, 2009 Marshalltown Times RepublicanThere is simply too much to mention in the state's capital, but the Blank Park Zoo and Science Center of Iowa would certainly be highlights of the kids. Kids and Family Best Bets: July 16-23 - Jul 16, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.comBlank Park Zoo, 7401 SW Ninth St. 285-4722. $9.95 adults, $7.95 seniors, $4.95 for ages 3-12, free for ages 2 and younger. Movies Under the Stars with "The "Raise A Glass" to Combat Diabetes - Jul 11, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.comProceeds will benefit the ADA's Fall Fitness Day in September at Blank Park Zoo. There will be showcase of wine and beer from around the world provided by Judge 'vacations' at Dyersville site - Jul 10, 2009 Dubuque Telegraph Herald...the Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines and concludes Sept. 3 with a trip to the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Judge cites Iowa's affordability and vast number of Lt. Gov. Judge promotes local attractions - Jul 17, 2009 Creston News AdvertiserJudge began the tour two weeks ago with a visit to the Blank Park Zoo. Through media coverage of her stops, and her personal blog entries on the Internet Iowa's No. 2 pushes tourism - Jul 23, 2009 Omaha World-HeraldHer tour is designed to spotlight a variety of attractions throughout the state, such as the Boone railroad and Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines. An Iowa First - Golden Headed Tamarin Monkeys Arrive At Blank Park Zoo - Mar 17, 2009 Zoo and Aquarium Visitor NewsBy Ryan Bickel Des Moines, IA - There are more animals that like to “monkey around� at the Blank Park Zoo these days. A pair of Golden-Headed Tamarins Zoo hopes for a little monkey business - Mar 21, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.comBy MARY CHALLENDER • mchallen@dmreg.com • March 21, 2009 The show playing out this spring among the Japanese macaques at the Blank Park Zoo promises to Blank Park Zoo Receives $100000 From Prairie Meadows Racetrack ... - Mar 12, 2009 Zoo and Aquarium Visitor NewsBy Ryan Bickel Des Moines, IA - The Blank Park Zoo Foundation has received a $100000 gift from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino as part of the leadership Metro Communities - Mar 18, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.comA West Des Moines search firm will help find a new chief executive for the Blank Park Zoo. A zoo search team recently awarded a contract to the Hamilton San Francisco baby gorilla named - Mar 11, 2009 San Jose Mercury NewsAmanda VerPloeg of Oskoloosa, Iowa, suggested the winning name and will receive a family membership to the Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines, Iowa; Animal Boogie Zoo Tots class to start - Mar 4, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.comZoo Tots classes feature Animal Boogie today, Wednesday and Saturday at the Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW Ninth St. Enjoy stories, hands-on activities and crafts New Lotto CEO Plans To Pump Up Play - Mar 9, 2009 KCCI.comHe was CEO of the Blank Park Zoo for five years. Under his direction the zoo had record attendance and started fundraising for $40 million expansion. East 14th TIF district could revitalize area - Mar 23, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.com...the city's second-busiest roadway, and accelerate improvements within the south-side "superblock" that includes Southridge Mall and Blank Park Zoo. Groups combine forces to help south side - Mar 13, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.comDes Moines City Councilman Brian Meyer guided the first South Side Coalition meeting March 6 at the Blank Park Zoo administrative office. South Des Moines Chamber of Commerce moves into new, permanent ... - Mar 20, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.comThe chamber has used a post office box address in the past and executive director Megan Shields utilized temporary work spaces, like at the Blank Park Zoo. Kidsfest fun, food & games - Mar 5, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.comMeet alligators, birds, snakes and other animal friends from Blank Park Zoo at the KCCI-TV booth. You can also play Plinko and see the Storm Chasers there. Blank Park Zoo CEO chosen to lead Iowa Lottery - Feb 5, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.com,By WILLIAM PETROSKI • bpetrosk@dmreg.com • February 5, 2009 Terry Rich, the head of the Blank Park Zoo since 2003, was chosen Wednesday as chief executive Rare pink pigeon awaits mate at zoo - Feb 7, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.com,By LISA COLONNO • lcolonno@dmreg.com • February 7, 2009 One of the world's rarest birds now calls Blank Park Zoo home - and she's looking for love. Board hears about school's assets - Feb 20, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.com,Students will take field trips to the Botanical Center, Blank Park Zoo and the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines. Students meet Monday through Friday from Committee looks to replace zoo chief - Feb 6, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.com,By LISA COLONNO • lcolonno@dmreg.com • February 6, 2009 A committee of the Blank Park Zoo's Foundation's board of directors will meet Monday to discuss a Rich takes no stance on state lottery lease - Feb 12, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.com,Rich, a former cable television executive who later headed the Blank Park Zoo, told DesMoinesRegister.com on Wednesday that Culver's aides have assured him Des Moines council set to evaluate manager - Feb 9, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.com,City officials have a blueprint to transform the superblock area into a regional recreation hub, with a major expansion of Blank Park Zoo as the project's Lincoln's Tice named educator of the year - Feb 17, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.com,..."There are a lot of great people on the south side of Des Moines," said Shimerdla, director of operations at Blank Park Zoo. "It's really hard to choose. Girls celebrate African culture at annual event - Feb 2, 2009 The Ames Tribune,...including music, entrepreneurship, storytelling, art and design, African animals from the Blank Park Zoo, and featuring a Black History Game Show. Every School Every Thursday — Ankeny - Feb 5, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.com,The second-grade teachers at Terrace Elementary spent a day at the zoo designing math activities for the second grade May field trip to Blank Park Zoo. News Minute: Here is the latest Iowa news from The Associated Press - Feb 5, 2009 KCAU,DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - The Iowa Lottery has a new director. Gov. Chet Culver has named Terry Rich to the job. He has been CEO of Blank Park Zoo in Des Mall 'deeply critical' to Des Moines south-side growth - Jan 30, 2009 DesMoinesRegister.com,It also would be a big beneficiary of a planned expansion at nearby Blank Park Zoo. And it is poised to be a major retailer in one of the few remaining Guest Column: Hooverfest to honor veterans, service men and women - Feb 11, 2009 West Branch Times,A few of the exhibitors are: University of Iowa Medical Museum, Dyersville Farm Toy Museum, Blank Park Zoo, Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa & Western Illinois, ATTRACTIONS: Places to go in North Iowa, Southern Minnesota and beyond - Oct 22, 2008 Mason City Globe Gazette,Blank Park Zoo: Night Eyes will be held from Oct. 23-26. Hours are 5:30-8 pm Thursdays and Fridays; 1-8 pm Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets are $5. South-side Merchants Association plans evolve - Nov 5, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Southwest Ninth Street is expected to become an increasingly important route as plans move forward to expand Blank Park Zoo and reinvigorate the surrounding Mid-America's Wahlert to step aside - Oct 24, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,She's also helping lead Blank Park Zoo's campaign drive. Wahlert credits the Mid-America team with retaining office, commercial and industrial tenants and Milwaukee auction to feature zoo animals' art - Sep 13, 2008 Chicago Tribune,The artists include two Milwaukee County Zoo penguins, a lion from the Blank Park Zoo in Iowa, and a porcupine from Pueblo Zoo in Colorado. Family donates $1 million to Des Moines zoo - Sep 11, 2008 Chicago Tribune,AP DES MOINES, Iowa - Des Moines lawyer Elizabeth Kruidenier and her family foundation have given $1 million to the Blank Park Zoo Foundation. Family donates $1 million to Des Moines zoo - Sep 11, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,By KAREN MRACEK • kmracek@dmreg.com • September 11, 2008 The Blank Park Zoo Foundation has received a $1 million gift from Des Moines attorney Elizabeth Postville raids may affect Latino presence at festival - Sep 19, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Iowa's sixth annual Latino Heritage Festival will be Saturday and Sunday at the Blank Park Zoo. The event includes a rich variety of traditional food, Join zoo, museums and get bonuses - Sep 15, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,A Blank Park Zoo membership in Des Moines provides free or reduced-rate admission to more than 160 zoos and aquariums around the country. Latino American Idol contest big draw at Des Moines festival - Sep 22, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,An event organizer said one of the biggest accomplishments of the two-day festival, held at Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines, is dispelling the notion that Marriott opens Fairfield Inn & Suites Hotel in Des Moines, Iowa - Sep 11, 2008 Hotel & Motel Management Magazine,...convenient access to Johnny's Italian Steakhouse, the Science Center of Iowa & Blank IMAX Dome Theater, the Blank Park Zoo and the Iowa Events Center. Metro Communities - Sep 13, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Blank Park Zoo will host a family day of celebration for Iowans in treatment for, or are in recovery from, alcohol or other drug addictions, and those who Music notes: Rick Cicalo, Young Dubliners, Billy Currington - Sep 11, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,...who had to pull out of the 2007 Big Country Bash due to illness, will make it up to fans with a free concert Sept. 27 at Blank Park Zoo. Every School Every Thursday – West Des Moines - Sep 18, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Students enjoyed the Blank Park Zoo, the Science Center of Iowa, picnics, bowling, swimming, going to the library and much more. The purpose of the summer Iowa's Flood Victims Gain Free Admission To See Blank Park Zoo's ... - Aug 8, 2008 Zoo and Aquarium Visitor News,The Blank Park Zoo has decided to open its doors for a week this Saturday, August 9th through Friday, August 15th to any Iowan who had flood damage this Blank Park Zoo's New Chief is Quite Tall - Aug 5, 2008 Zoo and Aquarium Visitor News,Meet the newest member of the Blank Park Zoo- a reticulated giraffe, born early Saturday morning at 3:22am on the south side of Des Moines. BLANK PARK FUN - Aug 8, 2008 WMT Radio,Flooding turned life into a ZOO around here…so if you and your family were affected by the floods, the Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines wants to give you a Baby Alligator Surfaces After Flood - Aug 11, 2008 KCRG,Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines plans to give it a home. Also, Blank Park Zoo is offering free admission to tornado and flood victims this week (August Unexpected Find in Webster City Flood Waters - Aug 13, 2008 WHO-TV,We'll use him for educational purposes for on site programs and off site and teach people about American alligator," says Blank Park Zoo keeper Jim Graff. It's no tall tale: Giraffe named after retired CEO - Aug 5, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,By MEGAN HAWKINS • mehawkins@dmreg.com • August 5, 2008 Mkuu, the newest member of the Blank Park Zoo, sat in a corner of the barn, legs neatly folded under Kids & family: 'The grandest of 'em all' State Fair parade is ... - Jul 31, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,5-8 pm Friday, Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW Ninth St. Take your children on a date and experience the Blank Park Zoo with Family Friday Night. Kids and family events - Jul 24, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,5-8 pm Friday, Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW. Ninth St. Take your children on a date and experience the Blank Park Zoo with Family Friday Night. Metro Communities - Aug 12, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,The Blank Park Zoo will be open free of charge for Iowa flood victims through Friday. Those affected by flooding just need to say so at the entrance, DM zoo welcomes 6-foot baby - Jul 31, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Mkuu the giraffe, the newest resident of Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines, was born Saturday. Mkuu is a Swahili name meaning chief or principal. EVENTS: What's happening across North Iowa and beyond - Jul 30, 2008 Mason City Globe Gazette,Blank Park Zoo: Sixth annual Latino Heritage Festival will be Sept. 20-21. For information, visit www.latinoheritagefestival.org Wells Fargo Arena: Program proves to be entertaining - Jul 24, 2008 Herald Index,Session four featured a visit to the Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines, where the students picked up trash and then browsed through the animal displays before The best of August - Aug 1, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW Ninth St. 323-8383, blankparkzoo.com. info@blankparkzoo.org. Admission for nonmembers: $9.95 adults, $6.95 ages 65-older, EVENTS: What's happening across North Iowa and beyond - Jul 17, 2008 Mason City Globe Gazette,Blank Park Zoo: Sixth annual Latino Heritage Festival will be Sept. 20-21. A Latino Idol Contest will be held, with first round auditions at 6 pm July 29 at Datebook Best Bets - Jul 17, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,5:30 pm Wednesday, Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW Ninth St. Wednesday’s installment of Zoo Brew, the fourth of five such events in July, features “The Great Brew State Sen. Matt McCoy: State needs to build on successes with outdoors - Jul 22, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,...more than $16000 for conservation education at Blank Park Zoo in 2007, and almost $1.5 million for parks and trails in Des Moines over the years. Save a buck! Tips and tactics for tough times - Jul 28, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,That includes being able to take Wesley to the Blank Park Zoo and Science Center of Iowa, putting money into his college fund and driving to visit family in District 60: Koslow sees a need for medical perspective - Aug 5, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Served on more than 30 local boards and committees, including for the Blank Park Zoo, Civic Music Association, Art Center of Greater Critters in our midst - Aug 2, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,As director of animal care and conservation at Blank Park Zoo, Kevin Drees does not deal directly with small-scale conflicts between local wildlife and Science gets a lift - Jul 29, 2008 Fort Dodge Messenger,Parents who had seen a presentation at Blank Park Zoo had been impressed. "And no one knows better what kids like than parents," Hotz said. Art, culture group Bravo regains city's involvement - Jul 24, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Bravo spends the majority of its money on large organizations such as the Science Center of Iowa, the Civic Center and Blank Park Zoo, but it also supports Latino American Idol invites anyone to audition - Jul 24, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,20- 21 at Blank Park Zoo. There are no language or ethnicity requirements to participate, although last year's winners were both of Mexican descent. South-side school, park, library campus at least 5 years away - 25 Apr 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Projects such as the south-side "superblock" and Blank Park Zoo expansion have become upper-tier priorities in recent months, which could limit resources South Side 'Superblock' Project Moving Forward - Apr 22, 2008 WHO-TV,The plans call for the Blank Park Zoo to quadruple in size in the coming years. Monday night's vote means zoo officials can get started immediately to make Every School Every Thursday -- Ankeny - Apr 24, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Linda Gehling's students were fascinated to hear about Dr. Riordan's veterinary experiences at the Blank Park Zoo. Dr. Riordan showed the students slides of Simpson has a sight to see - Apr 23, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,He was born at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs and lived all but 8 months of his life at Blank Park Zoo. Jeff Parmelee, associate professor of Calendar -- Des Moines - Apr 24, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Mike Swesey, Greater Des Moines Partnership; Terry Rich, Blank Park Zoo; Roy Criss and Craig Smith, Des Moines International Airport. Zoo's saved wallaby now one of the 'mob' - Apr 21, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,By JASON PULLIAM • REGISTER STAFF WRITER • April 21, 2008 Blank Park Zoo's Sheila the wallaby doesn't bother much with humans these days. Panel OKs plan for zoo expansion - Apr 4, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,By JASON PULLIAM • REGISTER STAFF WRITER • April 4, 2008 A blueprint that aims to expand Blank Park Zoo and invigorate the surrounding area won a unanimous Taxis, south side on council agenda - Apr 21, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,SUPERBLOCK: A master plan for part of the city's south side, which includes an expansion of Blank Park Zoo and development projects, will be up for approval Every School Every Thursday -- Des Moines West - Apr 24, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Students will utilize resources available through Des Moines' Blank Park Zoo to learn about biomes. The zoo in Omaha is built based on different biomes and Democrats take credit for zoo arrival - Apr 3, 2008 NECN,...(NECN: Des Moines) - There is an addition at the Blank Park Zoo, and the Democrats are taking credit for it. Both Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama's 'Dabbing here and there' earns Dumont woman volunteerism award - Apr 20, 2008 Mason City Globe Gazette,She established a worm composting farm at Des Moines’ Blank Park Zoo. The worms eat manure, bedding and food scraps, producing rich fertilizer which can be Pandas at the Olympics: - Apr 4, 2008 WDEF News 12,The icon of the Democrats is the donkey and an awfully cute little donkey was born at the Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines. Zoo officials even say the little Zoo: Donkey conceived during caucus campaign - Apr 3, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Blank Park Zoo officials said a Democratic love child was born at the zoo this past weekend. New York Sen. Hillary Clinton and Illinois Sen. WHAT: Plan and zoning meeting - Apr 3, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Staffers from the city's Parks and Recreation Department will present details on the master plan for Blank Park Zoo and the south-side "superblock. Calendar -- Des Moines - Apr 17, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW Ninth St. Regular admission: $9.95 adults ages 13-64, $6.95 senior citizens ages 65 and older, $4.95 children ages 3-12, DM council approves plan to overhaul zoo - Apr 21, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,By JASON PULLIAM • REGISTER STAFF WRITER • April 21, 2008 A $62.5 million conceptual plan to overhaul the Blank Park Zoo and transform the south-side Metro Communities - Apr 1, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,City Council members on Monday met in a workshop to discuss the planned expansion of Blank Park Zoo, as well as potential guidelines for vehicle display inPlay Announces One Year Anniversary Celebration and Charity ... - Apr 16, 2008 PR Newswire (press release),...$10 of which will be donated to 15 local charities including the ALS Association, Blank Park Zoo, Boys' and Girls' Clubs, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Variety, The Children's Charity - Apr 10, 2008 KCAU,Funds also help to support special events for children such as "Bikes for Kids", "Movie Day at Carmike Theaters", "Zoo Day at Blank Park Zoo" and "Breakfast Every School Every Thursday -- Waukee - Apr 3, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,On March 13, Phenix students took an all-day, all-school field trip to the Blank Park Zoo. The students, teachers, associates, many other adult helpers, Some fear animosity will linger in DM-suburb issues - Apr 2, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,In 2003, two suburbs withheld contributions to the Botanical Center, Blank Park Zoo and other attractions when Des Moines leaders decided to charge noncity Volunteers needed in DM area - Apr 1, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Blank Park Zoo is looking for volunteers for a variety of duties such as stocking merchandise in the gift shop, answering questions, light cleaning, Tourists see it, then believe it - Mar 30, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,...and the Des Moines area has more than enough attractions to keep grandparents and grandchildren busy - the Science Center of Iowa, the Blank Park Zoo, Every School Every Thursday -- Des Moines South - Mar 27, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,The culmination of this unit will be a visit to Blank Park Zoo where each student hopes to see the animal that he or she has so diligently researched. Every School Every Thursday -- Urbandale - Apr 3, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Students go on educational field trips, such as monthly swimming at the YMCA and going to Blank Park Zoo, the Science Center of Iowa and IMAX theater, New DM space for 150 inmates sought - Apr 8, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,...said she has ruled out an expansion at Fort Des Moines, which is near the Blank Park Zoo and a site proposed for an entertainment development. Officials assuage neighbors on zoo plan - Feb 13, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Des Moines, Polk County and Blank Park Zoo officials say they have overcome significant hurdles in the effort to come up with an expansion plan for the zoo. Officials clear hurdles in zoo plan - Feb 11, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,By JASON PULLIAM • REGISTER STAFF WRITER • February 11, 2008 Des Moines, Polk County and Blank Park Zoo officials say they have overcome significant Greenhouse workers are thinking spring - Feb 21, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,...including Simon Estes Amphitheater, East Village, Water Works Park, Principal Park, Blank Park Zoo and the city's five aquatics facilities. Every School Every Thursday -- West Des Moines & Clive - Feb 21, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Phenix teachers spent a day at Blank Park Zoo working on inquiry-based teaching strategies and learning about opportunities for educators available at the Neighbors still uneasy after latest zoo plan - Feb 8, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,By JASON PULLIAM • REGISTER STAFF WRITER • February 8, 2008 A presentation of the latest Blank Park Zoo expansion proposal was greeted cautiously by Making Emma's night perfect - Feb 11, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,It's Friday, the night of Des Moines' annual Father/Daughter Dance, held at Blank Park Zoo. Mooers, who lives in Norwalk, has taken Emma to the dance for WDM accounting firm receives business honor - Feb 19, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,For some it means serving on a board and for others it means volunteering at Blank Park Zoo. McGowen said the move to West Des Moines made community Every School Every Thursday -- Des Moines West - Feb 14, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,The unit ends with a visit to Blank Park Zoo, where students hope to see the animals they researched. A Coca-Cola polar bear more than three-feet tall and Calendar -- Des Moines - Feb 12, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,The Des Moines walk is scheduled for 8 am May 10 at Blank Park Zoo. Luther Park Health Center, 1555 Hull Ave. cbeaman@arthritis.org; 278-0636. Carnegie exhibit has 'The Scoop on Poop' - Jan 23, 2008 Pittsburgh Tribune-Review,...which has been to several places already, including Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines and The Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. Every School Every Thursday -- Des Moines South - Feb 7, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,They have also had the Blank Park Zoo come for a show and tell. Kathy Mahoney's class is researching Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton. 650 Warrior supporters + 1 fundraiser = $50000 - Feb 7, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Auction sponsors RDG Planning and Design, Centro, Meredith Corporation, Living History Farms, Blank Park Zoo, the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines, South-side renewal could affect entire city; tell us what you ... - Jan 25, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,City officials say a viable expansion plan for Blank Park Zoo is the key component of the plan. - Increasing economic development along Southeast 14th Valentine's Day events - Jan 23, 2008 DesMoinesRegister.com,Where: Discovery Center, Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW Ninth St. Father/Daughter Valentine's Dance: For girls in grades 1 through 5. Date: 6-8 pm Feb. Baby Flamingos A Pleasant Surprise - Nov 27, 2007 WHO-TV,November 26, 2007--The stork arrived late this year at the Blank Park Zoo, bringing out not one, but two baby flamingos. Their births came as a surprise to Tests on DM park pond come back (mostly) clean - Nov 14, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,The area had been eyed as the location for a major expansion of Blank Park Zoo, but zoo officials backed off from a proposed land swap that would have On the Road Again - Connecting Kids and Culture Makes Out of the ... - Nov 12, 2007 WELT ONLINE,In February, fourteen organizations – Blank Park Zoo, Des Moines Art Center, Science Center of Iowa, Iowa Hall of Pride, Des Moines Metro Opera, Festival of Trees lights up giving spirit - Nov 18, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,..."Five years ago, Andrew was smitten with the contact area at the Blank Park Zoo, so we created a tree loosely based on 'Old macdonald,' lots of farm animals Hwy. 5 study accents high quality, low impact - Nov 16, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Expansion of Blank Park Zoo will be one of the key components of the superblock plan. Meyer and others say failure to handle basics throughout the southeast Roosevelt backers look to raise renovation money at R Party - Nov 6, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,..."Our taxes did not build the Civic Center, the Art Center, the Blank Park Zoo, Gray's Lake Park, Living History Farms," wrote Chuck Betts, chairman of the New law will address issues raised by Bengal tiger in Chickasaw County - Nov 16, 2007 Waterloo Cedar Falls Courier,On Thursday, the organization, along with Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines and the Humane Society of the United States, released a joint statement endorsing the Faces and Places for Nov. 15, 2007 - Nov 15, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Casey's General Stores Inc. sponsored two treat stations at Night Eyes at Blank Park Zoo and the Halloween event at Living History Farms this year. Biden discusses plans for health care, Pakistan - Nov 5, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Biden made his remarks Sunday at Des Moines' Blank Park Zoo to a crowd of about 100 people, mostly south-side residents. mccarthy, who has endorsed Biden, Chamber looks to raise its profile - Nov 2, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Specifically, he thinks an enhanced organization will lend more to plans to expand Blank Park Zoo and the surrounding "superblock," the area roughly Biden Campaign: Sen. Joe Biden to campaign in Iowa this weekend - Nov 1, 2007 IowaPolitics.com (press release),...and Somerset neighborhood resident Mel Pins at the Des Moines Blank Park Zoo for a south side Des Moines neighborhood meet and greet. On Monday, Sen. South-side superblock action is discussed - Oct 9, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,By JASON PULLIAM Members of a south-side panel hope years of talk will finally yield action on plans to expand Blank Park Zoo and invigorate the surrounding Correctional site may be relocated to help zoo grow - Oct 5, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,By JASON PULLIAM City leaders want to move a south-side work-release center to make room for improvements at Blank Park Zoo. The Fort Des Moines community Letter: Hispanic community making positive mark - Oct 18, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,The festival was held near Blank Park Zoo and I attended the festival once again this year. As I walked through the area and viewed the exhibit booths and Family Halloween at the Farms - Oct 18, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW Ninth St. 323-8333. $3 in advance, $3 for members, $5 at the gate. Marvelous Metal Pumpkins 6:30 pm today. South-side group meets Wednesday - Sep 27, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,The South Side Superblock steering committee will meet at 6 pm Wednesday at Blank Park Zoo. The committee, headed up by Mayor Frank Cownie, is developing a United for the future - Oct 20, 2007 Fort Dodge Messenger,The campers take a major ‘‘road trip’’ every week and have been to the Science Center, Blank Park Zoo, Living History Farms and the Picket Fence Creamery; Metro Communities - Oct 18, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Blank Park Zoo will hold its Night Eyes event for families from 5:30 pm to 8 pm today and Friday and Oct. 25 and 26; and from 1 pm to 8 pm Saturday and Weekend Planner - Oct 20, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW Ninth St. (515) 323-8333, blankparkzoo.com. $3 in advance, $3 for members, $5 at gate. 4. Comedy XPeriment. 7:30 pm today. Win Night Eyes tickets! - Oct 15, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Sign up for the dmMoms.com newsletter before Oct. 23, and be entered to Night Eyes at the Blank Park Zoo! Two winners will receive four tickets each. 1. South-side coalition seals goals, taps officers - Oct 19, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,The coalition will help ensure southeast-side neighborhoods have strong input on plans to develop the Iowa Highway 5 corridor, expand Blank Park Zoo and Calendar -- Urbandale/Johnston - Oct 16, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW Ninth St. $3 in advance, $3 for members, $5 at the gate; info@blankparkzoo.com; 323-8333; blankparkzoo.com. Variety releases grants to assist thousands of kids across Iowa - Oct 16, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Blank Park Zoo, Des Moines, children's zoo programs. - Boys & Girls Club, Des Moines, 15-passenger Sunshine Coach. - Broadlawns Medical Center, Des Moines, Midwest events - Oct 14, 2007 Chicago Tribune,Trick-or-treating, light displays and costumed characters inside the Blank Park Zoo ($5, free for 1 and under). Oct. 20: Clarinda Craft Carnival(461 miles), Mark your calendar: entertainment news - Sep 27, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW Ninth St., will host Night Eyes Oct. 18-21 and Oct. 25-28 from 5:30 to 8 pm Thursdays and Fridays and 1-8 pm Saturdays and Sundays. Weekend planner - Oct 5, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Registration starts at 7:30 am Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW Ninth St. (888) 342-2383, www.blankparkzoo.com. $15. Ultimate Haunted House. 7 pm-midnight Saturday; Calendar -- Des Moines - Sep 27, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW Ninth St. $7 per club kid, $8 per adult; 285-4722. Sign up with Camp Fire USA Club leader before Oct. 1. Great family activities fall into place - Oct 6, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Night Eyes, at Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW Ninth St. Hours are 5:30 to 8 pm Thursdays and Fridays and 1 to 8 pm Saturdays and Sundays. Calendar -- Des Moines - Oct 4, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Registration starts at 7:30 am Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW Ninth St. $15; (888) 342-2383. Des Moines Walk to D'Feet ALS - 10 am-noon Saturday. Zoo Nixes Expansion Plans - Aug 14, 2007 WHO-TV,August 14, 2007--It's back to the drawing board for the Blank Park Zoo's expansion plans. The Blank Park Zoo Foundation wanted to purchase 60 acres of land Zoo will not renew land option - Aug 13, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,The Blank Park Zoo Foundation has backed off from a land purchase that would have been tied to the zoo's proposed expansion on Des Moines' south side. Revisit plan for smaller zoo expansion - Aug 16, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,By DIANE SHELTON In a Register article earlier this week, Terry Rich, chief executive of the Blank Park Zoo, said zoo foundation members voted to not renew DM zoo to revive monkey business - Jul 30, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines anticipates visitors will see baby snow monkeys scampering around by the summer of 2009. The zoo hasn't had baby monkeys for 10 Des Moines Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Along With ... - Aug 16, 2007 Earthtimes.orgThe Komen on the Go community education bus will be at the Blank Park Zoo on August 17 and at the Downtown Farmers Market the morning of August 18. Flamingo chick hatches at Des Moines - Jul 30, 2007 KGAN,In other baby news -- Blank Park Zoo hopes to have baby snow monkeys soon. A breeding ban, imposed by national zoo officials, has been lifted. Proposal ties zoo expansion to area growth - Aug 15, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,By JASON PULLIAM City leaders hope to jump- start the Blank Park Zoo expansion proposal with a plan to tie the zoo's improvement to other attractions and Metro Record - Aug 17, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Blank Park Zoo's summer exhibit "The Scoop on Poop" will run through Sept. 9 and has helped the zoo boost its attendance in June and July over last year. Zookeepers rear infant motherless wallaby - Jul 24, 2007 Marshalltown Times Republican,Or in the case of Sheila — an 8-month-old joey at Des Moines’ Blank Park Zoo — a small, hand-crafted bag. The zoo’s animal keepers use the bag to simulate Weekend planner: 5 top picks plus dozens more events - Aug 18, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Texas Roadhouse mascot, spin art, horseshoe decorating, sidewalk chalk, sand art bracelets, Blank Park Zoo, Des Moines mounted police, Avenue of Breeds, Metro communities report - Aug 13, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW Ninth St., will host a "Family Friday Night" this week. Friday's event will highlight activities to help families learn about DM zoo finances move out of the red - Jul 24, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Officials at Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines say they have seen finances move out of the red behind a multimillion-dollar land gift, donations and special Flamingo hatchling ready for zoo visitors - Jul 30, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,A baby flamingo has made its appearance and is ready to meet visitors at Blank Park Zoo. The baby Chilean Flamingo, which weighs 145 grams, Calendar -- Des Moines - Aug 16, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW Ninth St. info@blankparkzoo.com; 285-4722; www.blankparkzoo.com. History Hunters: Historical Museum Vault Tours - 10:30 am Saturday. Animal Fix: Baby Flamingo! - Jul 31, 2007 WDEF News 12,This young chick was born at the Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines just this month. It is the second time in 21 years a Chilean Flamingo has been born at the zoo Hialeah flamingos find new homes in zoos across US - Jul 30, 2007 Naples Daily News,By SARAH LARIMER, AP AP In this photo released by Blank Park Zoo Monday, July 30, 2007, a baby Chilean flamingo is shown in Des Moines, Iowa. Zoo animals to visit Jordan Creek event - Jul 22, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,The event will feature representatives and several small animals from the Blank Park Zoo in the amphitheater at 101 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines. Kid-friendly event guide: Prairie Meadows plans family night - Jul 26, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Participating sponsors include Blank Park Zoo, Des Moines Mounted Police, Avenue of Breeds, Half-Pint Mascot, Animal Rescue League, Greyhound Adoption and Post and win! - Jul 23, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Post a comment or photo anytime between now and July 30 at 3 pm for a chance to win free admission to the Blank Park Zoo. 1. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER Weekend planner: 5 top picks plus dozens more events - Jul 28, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Black Spider Man, spin art, horseshoe decorating, Blank Park Zoo, Des Moines Mounted Police, Avenue of Breeds, Half-Pint Mascot, Animal Rescue League, Calendar -- WDM, Waukee and Clive - Aug 10, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Presented by the Blank Park Zoo. Clive Public Library, 1900 NW 114th St., Clive. 453-2221. Reservations required. Drop-In Family Storytime - 2:30- 3 pm Calendar -- WDM, Waukee and Clive - Jul 26, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Presented by the Blank Park Zoo. Clive Public Library, 1900 NW 114th St., Clive. 453-2221; www.cityofclive.com/departments/library. Reservations required. American Solutions to Hold Workshops at Iowa Straw Poll - Aug 8, 2007 PR Newswire (press release),The workshop will feature animals from the Blank Park Zoo. "We have a tremendous lineup of workshop presenters that are all offering bold solutions to the Calendar -- West Des Moines/Waukee/Clive - Jul 24, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Family Festival with Blank Park Zoo - 5:30-8 pm today. Inflatable rides, clowns, face painting, coloring stations, balloon art and games. Businessman renovates office to push face-lifts on south side - Jul 23, 2007 DesMoinesRegister.com,Such a plan would mutually benefit Blank Park Zoo and Fort Des Moines, partnership, members say. Harkin hopes his small-scale restoration project will show News Minute: Here is the latest Iowa news from The Associated Press - Jul 30, 2007 WQAD,DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines is waiting for some new arrivals. For only the second time in 21 years, the Chilean flamingos have laid [an error occurred while processing this directive] archives | news | XML / RSS feed | featured
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