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Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium’s International Conservation Center Earns American Humane Certified™ Seal for Exceptional Animal Welfare

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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WASHINGTON, DC, Oct. 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Humane , the countrys first national humane organization and the worlds largest certifier of animal welfare practices, today announced that Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquariums International Conservation Center has earned the American Humane Certified seal, demonstrating the exceptional welfare and treatment provided to animals in its care.

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  • WASHINGTON, DC, Oct. 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Humane , the countrys first national humane organization and the worlds largest certifier of animal welfare practices, today announced that Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquariums International Conservation Center has earned the American Humane Certified seal, demonstrating the exceptional welfare and treatment provided to animals in its care.
  • The Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium has been an American Humane certified facility since 2016.
  • The Zoological Society of Pittsburgh owns and operates the International Conservation Center (ICC) and the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium.
  • The Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium is American Humane Conservation-certified, a member of American Humane, and accredited by the Zoological Association of America.

Roer's Zoofari Springs into Easter with Eggstravaganza Event

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Thursday, March 31, 2022
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RESTON, Va., March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- With the Spring season in full bloom, Roer's Zoofari is celebrating the upcoming Easter holiday with two weekends filled with fun activities and animal encounters for the whole family. From 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on April 9th, 10th, 16th, and 17th, guests are invited to the zoo for Easter festivities and up-close experiences with wildlife.

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  • The event will feature Easter egg runs, an adult Easter egg hunt, and an Easter parade.
  • "We are so excited to invite the local Reston community to Roer's Zoofari for this year's Easter Eggstravaganza," said Roer's Zoofari CEO Vanessa Roer.
  • This year's Easter Eggstravaganza schedule is stacked with events and animal encounters perfect for all ages.
  • For adults coming with family and friends, Roer's Zoofari is hosting a special adult Easter egg hunt.

Roer’s Zoofari Earns American Humane Certified™ Seal for Exceptional Animal Welfare

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022
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Washington, DC, Feb. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Humane , the countrys first national humane organization and the worlds largest certifier of animal welfare practices, today announced Roers Zoofari earned the American Humane Certified seal, demonstrating the exceptional welfare and treatment provided to the animals in its care.

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  • Washington, DC, Feb. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Humane , the countrys first national humane organization and the worlds largest certifier of animal welfare practices, today announced Roers Zoofari earned the American Humane Certified seal, demonstrating the exceptional welfare and treatment provided to the animals in its care.
  • Roers Zoofari, located in Reston, Virginia, is the first facility to be certified in the state of Virginia.
  • The Humane Certified seal assures zoo and aquarium visitors that the facility meets the highest standards of animal care.
  • Roers Zoofari is incredibly honored to receive this exceptional animal welfare certification from American Humane, said Vanessa Roer, CEO of Roers Zoofari.

Roer's Zoofari Celebrates National Bird Feeding Month This February

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Wednesday, February 16, 2022
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RESTON, Va., Feb. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Roer's Zoofari , a petting zoo and safari experience in Reston, Virginia, is welcoming the local community to the zoo to celebrate National Bird Feeding Month throughout February.

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  • RESTON, Va., Feb. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Roer's Zoofari , a petting zoo and safari experience in Reston, Virginia, is welcoming the local community to the zoo to celebrate National Bird Feeding Month throughout February.
  • National Bird Feeding Month was established in 1994 to encourage people to give food, water, and shelter to wild birds and shine a light on the different species found across the country.
  • Throughout the month, visitors can download bird coloring pages from the Roer's Zoofari website and submit their completed designs in person or on social media for a chance to win a membership to the zoo.
  • To learn more about Roer's Zoofari's National Bird Feeding Month initiatives and events, visit http://www.roerszoofari.com or visit the zoo at 1228 Hunter Mill Rd, Vienna, VA 22182.

"Boo at the Zoo" Annual Halloween Event Returns to Roer's Zoofari

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Monday, October 18, 2021
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The fun-filled Halloween event promises carnival games, animal appearances, and plenty of candy for the whole family.

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  • The fun-filled Halloween event promises carnival games, animal appearances, and plenty of candy for the whole family.
  • Visitors will also get to explore a pumpkin patch, participate in a scavenger hunt to win prizes, and enjoy other special Halloween activities.
  • "We are thrilled to invite the Reston community back to our annual Boo at the Zoo," said Roer's Zoofari CEO Vanessa Roer.
  • "This is always such a fun event for visitors, and we can't wait to see everyone dressed up to celebrate.

Blink Charging and the City of San Antonio Launch EVSA Program with First Electric Vehicle Charger Deployments and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at the San Antonio Zoo

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Wednesday, September 22, 2021
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Miami Beach, FL, Sept. 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Blink Charging Co. (Nasdaq: BLNK, BLNKW) (“Blink” or the “Company”), a leading owner, operator, and provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging equipment and services, and the City of San Antonio held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the San Antonio Zoo to announce the installation of its first publicly accessible Blink EV charging station. The first deployments at the San Antonio Zoo are part of a comprehensive EV program to advance the city’s climate action and air quality goals.

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  • The first deployments at the San Antonio Zoo are part of a comprehensive EV program to advance the citys climate action and air quality goals.
  • The unique public-private agreement between Blink and the city allows for the deployment of 202 Level 2 charging stations and 3 DC fast- chargers throughout the city, furthering the citys Electric Vehicle San Antonio Program (EV-SA).
  • Blink Chargings principal line of products and services include its Blink EV charging network (Blink Network), EV charging equipment, and EV charging services.
  • San Antonio Zoo operates the largest nature-based preschool in the country, Will Smith Zoo School, the Center for Conservation and Research, and Kiddie Park.