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Louisville, KY (January 29, 2025) – Celebrate love in the wild with our couples-only trivia night at the Louisville Zoo on Feb. 12 at 6:30 p.m. This special “The Birds and the Beasts” edition of the Zoo’s popular trivia night series will bring some romance just in time for Valentine’s Day — showcasing wild love stories and featuring a three-course dinner, drinks and themed entertainment. The trivia fun is exclusively for adults ages 21 and over and is hosted by Louisville Trivia.
Tickets:
Tickets are only available in pairs and include admission for two for trivia, two drinks (beer, wine, soda), a shared appetizer, two entrees, and a shared dessert. Advanced purchase is required; there will be no day-of sales. Additional beverages will be available for purchase.
Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams. Trivia Nights are held at the Zoo’s African Outpost at 6:30 p.m. and spots fill up quickly. Guests are encouraged to get their tickets early.
Tickets are available at louisvillezoo.org/trivia.
Regular team trivia will return from March to December with:
Shamrock Showdown
March 19, 2025 @ 6:30 p.m.
Guests are invited to test their luck for a chance to win a pot of gold at this green-themed night. (Actual prizes do not include real gold coins.)
Wild World of Disney
June 18, 2025 @ 6:30 p.m.
Guests are encouraged to don their thinking caps (or favorite pair of Mickey ears) for this wild night of trivia. It may take more than a wish upon a star to take the top prize.
Trivia Untamed
August 20, 2025 @ 6:30 p.m.
Knowledge of wild people, wild places and wild things will be tested during this fun untamed evening.
Wizards Gone Wild
November 19, 2025 @ 6:30 p.m.
Wands (and pens) at the ready! This evening will test participants mastery of all things magical for a spellbinding evening of fun.
Jungle Bells
December 17, 2025 @ 6:30 p.m.
The Zoo wants to see your ugliest holiday sweaters at this wildly festive reindeer game.
Visit louisvillezoo.org/series/trivia for reservations and pricing.
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The Louisville Zoo, the State Zoo of Kentucky, is the top, non-profit, paid attraction in the state. The Zoo is dedicated to bettering the bond between people and our planet by providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for visitors, and leadership in scientific research and conservation education. The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).
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Greater Jeffersontown Historical Society: Monday, February 3, 2025. The meeting will be held at 1:00 P.M. at the Jeffersontown Branch Library, 10635 Watterson Trail. Program: Forsaken Farmsteads of Eastern Jefferson County . Speaker: Anne Bader, Archaeologist
These farmsteads date to the early 1800s through the mid-1900s. These properties were evaluated for historic significance as part of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. Most of them are now gone, though a few have been rehabilitated.
The Louisville Free Public Library’s College & Career Fair just for teens (ages 14-19), returns to the Main Library for the second year on Saturday, February 1, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Participants will have the opportunity to meet with college representatives, prospective employers, and business owners, as well as hear from keynote speaker filmmaker Kyle Rohrbach, a former Reading Rainbow producer.
“The Library’s annual College and Career Fair offers an exciting opportunity for youth in our city to map out their future, and gather the resources they need to achieve their college and career goals,” said Mayor Craig Greenberg. “Providing free access to information and innovative programming is central to the work our library system does every day.”
This daylong conference features numerous opportunities for teens to learn about interesting career and college paths. Representatives from the University of Louisville, Berea College, the Peace Corps, Evolve502, Brew & Sip Café, Metro Louisville Human Resources, and many more will be available in the vendor hall and offer breakout sessions throughout the day. Breakout sessions will cover business startups, freelancing, content creation, financial aid, and college choice. Attendees can also receive one-on-one college and career advice from experts on a variety of topics, including building successful resumes and portfolios, admissions essays, and scholarships.
For students hoping to break into film and television production, Watcher Entertainment producer Kyle Rohrbach will present the keynote speech “Lights, Camera, Perseverance: I Think I Made It in Hollywood,” followed by a “Paths to Production: Film School & Beyond” session. Formerly a producer on Reading Rainbow, Kyle has filmed everywhere from the White House to Mongolia. He co-produced the award-winning documentary Esfuerzo, and spent the last three years as Head of Production at comedy network Dropout, overseeing the critically acclaimed variety series Game Changer and Webby winner Very Important People.
Rhythm Science Sound, a Louisville-based collective of music producers, deejays, and music/tech educators, will close out the day alongside other professional artists in a “How I Got to Where I Am Now” panel discussion. Following the closing session, attendees will have the chance to win prizes, including wireless headphones, school supplies, portable chargers, and an all-important college staple – a laundry basket of ramen. One lucky winner will receive a new laptop (must be present to win).
The 2nd Annual Teen College & Career Fair will be held at the Main Library on Saturday, February 1, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and is made possible by a grant from the Taco Bell Foundation. Attendees can register for a free lunch at www.LFPL.org/CCFair.
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Louisville Free Public Library connects the residents of Louisville and Jefferson County to knowledge and information at our library locations and on the web at LFPL.org.
The Library – at the crossroads of knowledge and know-how. Visit www.LFPL.org to learn more.
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