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ROYAL OAK, Mich., January 30, 2008 – For a one-of-a-kind way to leap into the heart of someone special on Valentine’s Day, hop on over to the Detroit Zoo to find the perfect gift. In celebration of 2008 “Year of the Frog,” the Zoo is offering a specially commissioned amphibian-themed ceramic tile by local artist Gretchen Kramp.
The green 1¾-by-1¾ inch tile, which features a frog prince with the words “Kiss a Frog,” is available exclusively at Zoofari Market for $19.99. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Amphibian Ark, an international partnership to ensure the global survival of endangered amphibians.
Kramp’s artwork can also been seen throughout the Detroit Zoo, including tile murals she designed for the National Amphibian Conservation Center and Arctic Ring of Life.
To purchase the “Kiss a Frog” tile and other amphibian-themed gifts, visit Zoofari Market (admission to the Zoo is required) or order by telephone at (248) 541-5717 ext. 3274.
“Year of the Frog” is a worldwide public awareness campaign to focus attention on endangered amphibians and the critical work being done by zoos and aquariums to save them. The Detroit Zoological Society is supporting the global initiative with special events, fundraising activities, educational opportunities and community outreach efforts throughout the year.
The Detroit Zoological Society is a non-profit organization that operates the Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Zoo. Situated on 125 acres of naturalistic exhibits, the Detroit Zoo is located at the intersection of Ten Mile Road and Woodward Avenue, just off I-696, in Royal Oak. The Detroit Zoo is open daily 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. November through March and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April through October. Admission is $11 for adults 13 to 61, $9 for senior citizens 62 and older, and $7 for children ages 2 to 12; children under 2 are free. For more information, call (248) 541-5717 or visit www.detroitzoo.org. The Belle Isle Nature Zoo is open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. year-round and provides educational programming with interpretive staff support from the Huron-Clinton Metroparks. For more information, call (313) 852-4056.
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