
Story Time
Mondays & Wednesdays
9:15 & 10 a.m.
Professor Boonie and Mr. Singer delight young audiences with their music, songs and tall tales at Story Time. Story Time is free and held at the Farmhouse located at the Farm-in-the-Zoo Presented by John Deere.
*Please note: Farmer Funville will be performing on Wednesdays at Story Time September 9 through September 30 while Mr. Singer takes a brief leave of absence. Mr. Singer will return to Story Time on October 7.
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Upcoming Events
ZooLights Presented by ComEd and Charter One:
Friday November 27 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Marvel at more than 1 million lights while strolling through the zoo. Visit Santa, make crafts, see live ice carving, ride the carousel, sip hot cocoa or warm spiced wine and view the animals via moonlight. Friday, Saturday & Sunday nights. Nov. 27-29, Dec. 4-6, 11-13, nightly Dec. 18–Jan. 3 (excluding Dec. 24 & 25) 5–9 p.m.
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Upcoming Events
ZooLights Presented by ComEd and Charter One:
Friday November 27 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Marvel at more than 1 million lights while strolling through the zoo. Visit Santa, make crafts, see live ice carving, ride the carousel, sip hot cocoa or warm spiced wine and view the animals via moonlight. Friday, Saturday & Sunday nights. Nov. 27-29, Dec. 4-6, 11-13, nightly Dec. 18–Jan. 3 (excluding Dec. 24 & 25) 5–9 p.m.
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