KIDS KALEIDOSCOPE . . . Santa Barbara Zoo Announces Giraffe Calf Naming Contest! The public is invited to vote on a name for the new calf born last month The public is invited to help the Santa Barbara Zoo choose a name for the new female giraffe calf that was born last month. The Santa Barbara Zoo staff have narrowed the names down to two contenders to choose from: Voting is now open, and the public is encouraged to participate in selecting the new calf’s name by clicking here: https://form.jotform.com/233385576339165. Poll closes at midnight on Sunday, December 10. The new calf is growing and thriving, and now regularly spending time in the giraffe habitat with the rest of the herd.The new calf is generously sponsored by Premier Foster Feeders Nora McNeely Hurley & Michael Hurley, and Adia is sponsored in loving memory of Polly Blackburn. For information on how to support the giraffe herd, click here. About the Santa Barbara Zoo The Santa Barbara Zoo is open daily from 9 a.m. for members and 9:30 a.m. for general admission until 5 p.m.; general admission is $25 for adults, $15 for children 2-12, and free for children under 2. Parking is $11. The Santa Barbara Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). AZA zoos are dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great visitor experience, and a better future for all living things. With more than 200 accredited members, AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation and is the public’s link to helping animals in their native habitats. Visit www.sbzoo.org. _________________________________________________________________ BE INSPIRED BY OUR TALENTED SANTA BARBARA YOUTH ENSEMBLES! | | Free Fall Concerts Featuring Bizet, Mendelssohn, and More | | As the only youth orchestra program in the region connected to a professional symphony and a college, The Symphony’s multi-level Youth Ensembles present a unique learning opportunity for young musicians to develop their skills and connect with the music and each other, and an opportunity for you to experience and applaud their achievements! | | SANTA BARBARA YOUTH SYMPHONY This Sunday, November 24 @ 4:00 PM The Lobero Theatre Experience a delightful afternoon of classical masterpieces while supporting the Santa Barbara Youth Symphony! Under the skilled baton of Music Director and Westmont music faculty member Dr. Daniel Gee, this advanced ensemble of accomplished high-school-aged musicians will perform a dynamic classical program that also features soloist Ellen Butler, a Santa Barbara Youth Symphony Concerto Competition winner and gifted pianist. | | _________________________________________________________________ GREAT BOOKS & GIFTS FOR KIDS FOR CHRISTMAS!
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