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Sunday, March 29, 2009

INTRODUCING NEW LAND PARK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION!


After much fanfare, Land Park Community Association is starting fresh. In a meeting on February 11th, sweeping changes were made to the association's by-laws. With the board now having the capacity of 15 members and presently having 4, it will have 11 brand new board members. There will certainly be a time of adjustment and work toward cohesiveness, but the hope is that this board will better represent a changing and well established neighborhood.
On April 29th, the association will be hosting Mayor Kevin Johnson, Councilmember Rob Fong and Supervisor Jimmie Yee at it's annual membership meeting. In addition to Councilmember Fong's "State of Land Park" address, the local police commander, Captain Dan Schiele will present a briefing on crime in Land Park and the association's involvement in crime alerts. If you are interested in attending, it will be at Tower Theater beginning at 6:30 (doors opening at 6:15).
There is a host of important new information from LPCA, so please feel free to see all of the projects they have going, the news they have and the schedule of LPCA events at
http://www.landpark.org/.

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Sunday, March 15, 2009

SACRAMENTO ZOO SCHEDULE UPDATE

In striving to be the best regional zoo in California, the Sacramento Zoo is continually offering some great opportunities to not only the Land Park area, but Sacramento County and the surrounding areas. The following is an update of coming events.



EARTH FEST
Come join us on Saturday, April 4th, 2009 for Earth Fest! Here you have the opportunity to learn how we can protect and preserve the earth. Come hear from environmental, wildlife and convservation groups and participate in games, crafts, face painting, animal talks and much more! This is a free event to Sacramento Zoo members.



RECYCLE RUMMAGE SALE
This semi annual sale benefits conservations efforts locally and internationally. This is your chance to find that special collectible, book, piece of jewelry and toys, not to mention household items. Be sure to show up on Friday, April 3rd from 1-4PM if you are a member for a special members-only shopping spree, or on April 4th from 9-4PM for the public!



ZOO MEMBERS GET A NEW CONCESSIONS DISCOUNT!
You can get a 10% discount at the Kampala Cafe, Savannah Snacks or at any concession cart with your Sacramento Zoo membership card!



MERLINO'S FREEZE AT THE SACRAMENTO ZOO..OH BOY!Anyone who has been in Sacramento for any length of time knows what a big deal this is! Merlinos Freeze has been around as long as I can remember. The original family sold it a few years ago, but it hasn't changed its deliciousness! Right now it is only open on weekends, but when it gets hot, it will be offered daily.



TOWN HALL MEETING WITH THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
If anyone is interested in the inner workings and the plans for the Sacramento Zoo, here is your chance to observe. On April 14th at 5:30PM you can attend this meeting. Be sure to let them know you are attending by contacting them at 916 808-5888. Teh event is free, but seating is limited.



CONSERVATION CAROUSEL HAS BEGUN IT'S CONSTRUCTION
If you would like to see it's progress, check out the Zoo blog to see photos. You can also check out the Conservation Carousel page to see photos of the animal figures being carved.



SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION BEGINS MARCH 31ST
Check out the registrations Guide to Summer Camp Registration or Visit the Summer Camp page to see the 2009 schedule and class descriptions.

Don't miss your chance to experience a wonderful local attraction!

Tiger photo from flickr by just chaos