Contact: Jason Jacobs
323/644-4273

Weekend event to feature song, dance, crafts, and food

WHAT: The Los Angeles Zoo will celebrate Black History Month with a two-day event highlighting the music, food, crafts and traditions of African Americans.  Entertainment at the event will include jazz musicians, a reggae band, tap dance and gospel music. There also will be special African wrap doll workshops and an African marketplace. Graphic displays will highlight the contributions and achievements of African Americans in the Zoo and Aquarium industry.

WHEN: 10am - 4pm, Saturday, February 23, and Sunday, February 24

WHERE: Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens, 5333 Zoo Drive, Griffith Park
Media please park in the main lot and proceed to ticket booth #11

WHO: Saturday and Sunday
11:00 Bobby Haynes Jazz Quartet
12:00 Got Rhythm! Tap Dance and Music
1:30 Upstream Reggae Band
3:00 Firm Soundation Gospel Music

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The Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens is located in Griffith Park at the junction of the Ventura (134) and Golden State (5) freeways. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 2 to 12. The Zoo is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. For general information, call 323/644-4200.