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Take a look at this months virtual events. From fun workshops to virtual tours, there is something for everyone!
Dia De Los Muertos
Dia de los Muertos celebrations have gone VIRTUAL this year! Beginning Monday, October 26th, join in on a week full of FREE virtual, family friendly programming presented by the El Paso Museum of Art, El Paso Museum of History & El Paso Museum of Archeology. Schedule of activities to come!
Zoo Adventures
Sign up for a TEKS-aligned & STEAM-focused virtual education program today! Zoo Education Specialists are ready to present a wide variety of programs, including custom programs! Both the Public Zoo Adventures and Group/Private Zoo Adventures provide the perfect opportunity to learn about wildlife and wild places all from the comfort and safety of your home. Public Zoo Adventures do not require registration. More info here.
Walk like madd West Texas
Each year Mother’s Against Drunk Drivers (MADD) hosts a Walk like madd event to connect survivors, bereaved families and everyday citizens to put an end to this 100% preventable crime. This year the event will be virtual on October 24, 2020. You pick the time, place, who you walk with, and the reason you walk. Whether in memory of someone special or for those who can no longer walk with a purpose.
Bat to the Bone
Bat to the Bone, is a one-of-a-kind fundraiser educates our community about the most misunderstood mammal on the planet, bats! The pre-recorded program, available by code to all ticket holders, debuts during the Halloween weekend. Picture bat caves, fog, lighting, an entertaining and educational discourse on bats, footage of bats that live in our region, and a silent auction featuring only Zoocentric items. Did we mention that you will receive a goodie bag?! Participants can get their friends together to form a “socially distanced table” and enjoy the program wherever and whenever it is convenient for them, and in the privacy of their own homes. Join us as we go Bat to the Bone during this Halloween season! Purchase tickets here.
SCHEDULE
October 26 – Auction bidding opens.
October 29 at 10 am – Paid participants will be emailed password to access event video.
October 29 – November 1 – Exclusive event video will be available for view during this time.
November 2 – Auction bidding closes and winner will be announced.
GOODIE BAG
Every excellent party comes with a favor! Goodie bags will include a bottle of Gran Coronel Tequila (one bottle per person), Signature Chocolate from Chocalat (one bag per person), bat masks, and a souvenir shot glass (one per person). Goodie bags will be available October 20,
21, and 22 from 11 am – 7 pm for pick up at the El Paso Zoo, or for an extra $5, zoo staff will deliver to your home or office. They require that all pickups be made by individuals 21 years of age and older. When delivering the goodie bags, they also request that the person
receiving the bag be 21 years of age or older.
Fall Virtual Concerts
Virtual concerts will be held every Friday in October and on Sundays in November. Concerts can be viewed here here.