The City of Tucson will begin the reopening phases for Reid Park Zoo and some Parks and Recreation outdoor amenities that were closed in April 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. “Safety is our priority as we begin to reopen playgrounds, small ramadas, and other park amenities,” said
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Tucson Parks and Recreation is offering some outdoor leisure classes this fall. Due to the continued closures of its indoor facilities, the normal fall classes inside will not be offered, but some will be hosted at Gene C. Reid Park and Morris K. Udall Park as alternatives. Classes will be limited to 10 participants, and […]
It’s World Elephant Day and the perfect time to celebrate Penzi, our own African elephant calf. She is growing and learning new things every day. While the Zoo is currently closed because of the pandemic, the public can see Penzi and hear about her milestones by following the video update link below. Watch the
Tucson, Arizona, July 31st, 2020. – The Arizona Bilingual Newspaper has announced a change of venue for their 9th Annual Kid’z Expo & Back to School Event, now set to take place at El Pueblo Center (Parking Lot), located at 101 W Irvington Rd. on Saturday, August 15th from 9AM-11AM. Due to the current Covid-19 Pandemic, and County and City regulations, we […]
Reid Park Zoo is mourning the loss of the Grevy’s zebra foal born on July 4. A preliminary exam showed the foal most likely died from a spinal injury. “Yesterday, during morning animal health checks, the young zebra was found lying next to his mother. At this point initial radiographs show a fracture in his […]
Reid Park Zoo this week announced a new addition to its family. Anna, a 7-year-old Grevy’s zebra, gave birth to a male foal on July 4. The foal was standing and nursing within an hour of his arrival, and both mom and baby are doing well. Anna and her 18-year-old mate, Ben, are both first-time […]
Penzi, Reid Park Zoo’s baby elephant, is now 3 months old and weighs 452 pounds. Overcoming stomach issues early in life, Penzi has discovered new food and is interacting more with her herd. In this update, the Zoo officials say Penzi is learning to come when keepers call her and has voluntarily allowed staff to […]
Tucson Parks and Recreation is taking appointments beginning today, July 1, for families to qualify for the Discount Program in anticipation of programs, memberships, and KIDCO afterschool beginning once the City reopens facilities. Applicants must bring all verification materials with them to the appointment. To find out if you qualify for the Discount Program, visit […]
Re-Opening Plan Dear Valued Team Members and Guests: I want to take a few minutes of your time to share with you some of the many things we have been working on while Casino Del Sol has been closed. I look forward to talking with you about these issues, I look forward to your feedback, […]
Casino Del Sol, Casino of the Sun and Estrella at Casino Del Sol will reopen to the public on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at 8 a.m. with strict safety protocols in place. Executives have been closely monitoring the situation daily and after careful consideration, and following the guidance of local government officials, the decision was […]
