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Palm Beach’s Wildest Night from page 1 Guests of the evening enjoyed a festive
cocktail reception, followed by haute cuisine
experiences to underserved children whose only chance to dining, a lively auction and dancing to the
experience rare and endangered animals is at the zoo. Our bold sounds of Chris Norton. Before sitting for
vision is to create the zoo of the future with world-class animal dinner, guests had the opportunity to go on
experiences for every guest, the utmost in animal well-being an expert-guided express tour around the zoo,
and expertly designed spaces where irresistible connection and where jaguar Fiona, Alyssa the Baird’s tapir,
conservation action can happen.” giant anteaters, squirrel monkeys and more
delighted along the way.
The gala also connected guests to some
of the zoo’s most notable denizens. Animal
encounters included greetings by Wilbur, the
celebrity sloth, an African-crested porcupine
cocktail mingler followed by a Chilean
flamingo trio that led gala guests to the dance
floor. Scarlet and hyacinth macaws Crackle Lillian and Luis Fernandez Maura Ziska Christu, Frank and Laura Baker
and Perus made cameos in photo moments all
in support of the zoo’s mission of inspiring people to act on and Simon Gluckman of Intrepid Expeditions; Gustavo
behalf of wildlife and the natural world. Novoa custom art donated by Findlay Galleries; a Jamaican
Sandy and Patrick Rooney Sr. received the Gala fantasy luxury golf trip donated by Michele Rollins of Rose
Stewardship Award during the evening’s festivities. As Hall; a sunset cocktail party aboard superyacht Kimberlie
leaders in our community, the Rooneys exemplify dedication donated by Kimberlie Glaser as well as Shannon McCoy of
and generosity through both action and philanthropy. Worth Avenue Yachts; a private dinner party at the zoo for
For nearly two decades, the Rooneys have shared their 26 guests donated by Table 26; rare wine lots from 1961;
Caroline and Thompson Dean Sandra and Patrick Rooney Sr. fondness of the zoo and for wildlife with the community, and two owners’ tickets to Super Bowl LVII.
their many friends, and loved ones, including their beloved Honorary Chairman Thomas C. Quick engaged the crowd
grandchildren. Sandy Rooney shared, “From the beginning with a call to the heart by raising additional donations to connect
of time, the balance of the world depends on how animals, Title One children to hands-on education programs in the
plants, and humans are intertwined so that the system of life zoo’s “outdoor classroom.” Changing lives and saving wildlife
continues. By preserving wildlife for future generations, we requires a bold vision and a big plan – and the zoo has both.
guarantee them the right to live in a natural world.” Palm Beach Zoo thanks the generous sponsors,
Friends of the zoo, H.E. Ambassador Meshal and Mrs. underwriters and community partners as well as specialty
Eva Al-Thani; Marie-Josée and Henry R. Kravis; Alison cocktail and wine sponsors Maker’s Mark, Sipsmith, Dano’s
Holtzschue and Douglas Schloss were also honored for Tequila, Tito’s Handmade Vodka and Beverly Hills Vineyards
their unwavering dedication, generosity and support of Palm award-winning Super Tuscan wine.
Beach Zoo and Conservation Society. From Forest Stewardship Council certified paper that
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During this wild evening, guests were also treated to Bold protects forests for wildlife like bears to Bird Friendly
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Vision, a short film narrated by best-selling author James certified coffee served with dessert that preserves habitat
Patterson. for wild birds, and B Corporation certified spirit partners,
Jamie Niven conducted the lively live auction, which Palm Beach Zoo and Conservation Society is living its
included premier exclusive packages. Journey to Africa wildlife-saving mission. The goal is to inspire all guests to
Mei Sze and Jeff Greene Carla and Terry Taylor guests bid on an African safari trip curated by James Currie act on behalf of wildlife everywhere with wildlife-protecting
actions that can lead to big conservation impact.
To join the zoo in its conservation efforts and to learn
more, visit www.palmbeachzoo.org.
About Palm Beach Zoo And Conservation Society
For more than 50 years, Palm Beach Zoo and Conservation
Society has provided guests with up-close and personal animal
encounters that connect people to wildlife. Palm Beach Zoo
guests explore a wild ecosystem thriving on 23 lush, tropical
acres while discovering hundreds of exotic animals. Palm Beach
Zoo participates in AZA Species Survival Plan programs,
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ensuring healthy animal populations for rare and endangered
species. The impact of a visit to Palm Beach Zoo extends beyond
the gates, inspiring people to take action and save wildlife in wild
Candace Hamm, Frank Chopin and Carole Moran places. For more information, visit www.palmbeachzoo.org.

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