Earth Day at Al. Gulf Coast Zoo includes demonstrations

Earth Day at Al. Gulf Coast Zoo includes demonstrations

The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo will host an Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 23 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Learn how we can protect, conserve and sustain the world around us through live demonstrations and educational presentations. The event is included with general admission. Info: alabama gulfcoastzoo.com.
Pictured: Local artist John David Swiger of Swiger Studio will introduce his newest piece in honor of a longtime zoo resident on April 23. ‘Chuckie’ is an interactive art display that was modeled after the zoo’s 12 ft. American Alligator, Chuckie. The piece was entirely made from hundreds of plastic beach toys that were recovered by zoo keepers.
“The hollow head allows the viewer to pop inside of the work, thus revealing the inner workings of the piece,’’ Swiger said.