Today, Aug. 20, is Tucson’s 245th birthday, and Nandi the elephant was born at Reid Park Zoo six years ago today. As we mentioned yesterday, the annual celebration bash for Tucson’s birthday was canceled due to COVID-19.
Nandi won’t have her birthday celebrated in public, either, but there’s a virtual alternative party set for Saturday, Aug. 22, from 8:30-9:15 a.m. “Growing Up Elephant: A Virtual Celebration” will feature an inside look at the Zoo’s elephant herd, details about the elephant’s care, and some of their favorite pastimes – from playing in the rain to wallowing in the mud.
Tickets are free (donations accepted), but you’ll need to make a reservation at the link below. If you’d like to take a look back at Nandi’s first birthday celebration in 2015, follow the video link below. Nandi’s baby sister, Penzi, was born on April 6, 2020.
Register for “Growing Up Elephant: A Virtual Celebration” https://47297.blackbaudhosting.com/47297/Growing-Up-Elephant–A-Virtual-Celebration-of-Nandis-Sixth-Birthday-and-Elephant-Conservation
Watch archived video of Nandi’s first birthday https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4iV-yPjnnpY
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