Happenings

Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall

Now through April 9, 2023 Saint Louis Science Center 5050 Oakland Ave.

Celebrate the extraordinary life and work of world renowned scientist and conservationist, Dr. Jane Goodall. This incredible exhibition at the Saint Louis Science Center showcases her adventurous and awe-inspiring life. Zoo members may take advantage of the Science Center member price now through April 9 ($10.95/ticket). Either present your member ID in person, or enter the promo code M844 if purchasing tickets online. More information: slsc.org. Questions: (314) 289-4414.

Somali wild ass

Zoo Job Fairs

Jan. 28 and Feb. 3, 2023 9 a.m. – Noon in The Living World

Experience a fun, friendly and unique work environment with a job at the Zoo. Positions start at $13.25 but may increase based on experience and availability. More information: stlzoo.org/jobs. Untamed Hearts: Valentine’s Day Dinner

Feb. 10 and 11, 2023; McDonnell Center at River Camp

Save the date for the Zoo’s romantic valentine’s dinner! Treat your sweetie to an intimate evening at the Zoo. You will be served a three-course meal and wine. Limited reservations. Check back to stlzoo.org to learn more.

happenings

Sea Lion Show Spring Training

Daily, March 13-26, 2023

The sea lions are back and reporting to spring training at the Judy and Jerry Kent Family Sea Lion Sound. The trainers are working with the intelligent pinnipeds on their athletic behaviors, including high dives and jumps. Children under age 2 are free. Check back to stlzoo.org for pricing and showtimes. Emerson Dinoroarus

Reopens March 17, 2023

Throughout Dinoroarus, discover the amazing connections between dinosaurs and modern-day living animals while walking among 14 different groupings of animatronic and stationary dinosaurs. Zoo members: Included in member/premium member tickets. Children under age 2 are free. Hours

Jan. 3 through March 3, 2023 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays* 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, as well as Jan. 16 and Feb. 20

*On Mondays through Fridays from Jan. 3 through March 3 (excluding Jan. 16 and Feb. 20), guests will not be able to access the Zoo’s South Entrance on Wells Drive. This closure includes the South Welcome Desk, Rentals and Safari Gift Shop. Please park and enter the Zoo at the North Entrance on Government Drive.

Details subject to change. Please visit stlzoo.org for the latest information about Zoo events.

Polar bear

A Sweet and Spooky Time: Marlin Perkins Society Night at Boo at the Zoo

Children enjoy the Pirate Post exhibit at Marlin Perkins Society Night at Boo at the Zoo

Marlin Perkins Society Night at Boo at the Zoo was a good time for all, big and small!

By Mary Kate Potrzeboski, Manager, Marlin Perkins Society

On behalf of the animals, staff and volunteers at the Saint Louis Zoo, we would like to extend our most sincere thanks to all of our Marlin Perkins Society members for their steadfast support. This special group of supporters is one of the Zoo’s most dedicated, and we were pleased to host another Marlin Perkins Society Night at Boo at the Zoo as a thank-you. This exclusive night at Boo at the Zoo presented by SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital was held on Thursday, Oct. 13, and we welcomed over 1,900 members for a banner event! Guests wore fun, sometimes Zoo-themed costumes, enjoyed the special Howler beverage around Schnuck Family Plaza, and mingled with other Marlin Perkins Society members throughout the October evening. It is a delight to see members enjoying the holiday-themed lights and complimentary cookies and drinks. These nights are only a small thank-you for all that members do for the Zoo, but we hope that they know how important they are to the entire Zoo community. n

Zoo ALIVE Teens Take Conservation Action Virtual Honoring the Legacy of Joseph O. Losos

Joe Losos with one of his beloved cats Joe Losos and family enjoying the Emerson Zooline Railroad

By Lori A. Sullivan, Director, Planned Gifts

“To say that Dad loved the Zoo would be an understatement,” daughter Louise Losos reflects. “As children, we spent our lives at the Zoo.”

Joe Losos’ enthusiasm was such that, in the early days of his involvement with the Saint Louis Zoo, he helped acquire a baby elephant that he had the privilege of naming after his wife, Carolyn. She was delighted because it positioned her as the petite Carolyn of the two! It wasn’t just elephants with whom he felt kinship. He always stopped by Siegfried the walrus to tickle his whiskers. He would jump at the opportunity to help carry flamingos into their winter quarters. He was one of the Zoo’s most regular guests throughout his life.

Joe indeed loved the Zoo, giving his time as a volunteer leader for nearly 20 years. He served as a St. Louis Zoological Park Subdistrict commissioner and a Saint Louis Zoo Association Board member, being honored with emeritus status for each. Joe likewise supported the Zoo as a generous donor for more than 50 years.

Elephants and big cats were Joe’s favorite species because of their intelligence and majesty. He felt a special connection with jaguars, perhaps because he imagined he had been one in an earlier life. Hence, the Joseph O. Losos Fund supports animal care for elephants and big cats, carrying forth his longtime support of them for generations to come. His endowed fund is a testament to the entire Losos family’s spirit of conservation that is deeply embedded in their values.

Following Joe’s passing in 2020 at age 89, the St. Louis Zoological Park Subdistrict Commission unanimously passed a resolution honoring him, recognizing his tremendous lifelong support and service to the Saint Louis Zoo and the broader St. Louis community. n

Lintz Family Gift to Endowment Helps the Zoo Thrive for Generations

By Robin Kraujalis, Manager, Planned Gifts

The Lintz family’s relationship with the Saint Louis Zoo began when Rich and Kathy Lintz first moved to St. Louis from New York. Rich had just completed his MBA at Columbia Business School and was recruited for Anheuser-Busch’s executive training program. Their daughter Allie was 9 months old, and their son Chris was born soon after they arrived.

“Because the Zoo was fabulous, open almost every day, and free, we spent a lot of time there,” Rich remembered.

“It was our family tradition to go to the Zoo every Thanksgiving,” Kathy shared. “We have family from all around the country, and every time they visit, we take them to the Zoo.”

A few years later, Kathy was talking with neighbors about how much they loved the Zoo. One of them recruited her for the Zoo Friends Board (now the Saint Louis Zoo Association Board), where she served for years and eventually became involved in finance. As the founder of Matter Family Office, she and the financial consultants on her team “help families thrive for generations,” and that is her goal for the Zoo as well. In her more than 25 years of service as a volunteer and board member, Kathy has advocated for making the Zoo strong over the long term by investing wisely and creating, what is today, the Zoo Endowment.

Philanthropy is a family tradition, too. Rich, Kathy and their children chose to invest in the Zoo, and in the Endowment in particular, because the Zoo is something they all treasure. They want to ensure the Zoo has the flexibility and strength to grow and thrive in the future.

Regarding their support of the Zoo, Kathy said, “Your gift [to the Zoo] is going to impact you, your community and your world in a way that few organizations can.”

Rich added, “One of the things the Zoo does is give us a perspective on the world, and our role in it. There are all these other creatures that share the planet with us, and we need to do more to take care of them. The Endowment provides a critical source of support for the important work that the Zoo does every day to care for and conserve animals, here and around the globe.” n

Lintz Family (left to right): Ross Mangin, Allie Mangin, Carsten Mangin, Rich Lintz, Warren Mangin, Kathy Lintz, Audrey Mangin, Chris Lintz, Cameron Lintz-Ngo, Ngoc Ngo

Spring into Fun

at the Saint Louis Zoo!

Whether you want to learn more about turtles, penguins, apes, sea lions or big cats, the Zoo has a program for you this spring! Our educational programs are designed for individuals of all ages and abilities. Together, we’ll make animal discoveries through unique Zoo experiences. And, Zoo members receive a discount on program fees!

Program features may include:

• Guided tours • Animal observations • Hands-on activities

We o er early childhood classes; camp sessions during school breaks; family tours and overnight programs; and programs for adults, scouts and youth groups.

Registration is open! For program details, visit stlzoo.org/programs or call (314) 646-4544, option #6.

Marlin Perkins Society

The Saint Louis Zoo is extremely fortunate to have the support of more than 1,300 generous individuals, foundations and corporations through the Marlin Perkins Society. We welcome our newest members to the Society and thank them for joining this wonderful group of supporters. To our current members who have increased their financial support, we are pleased to recognize you as well. We are grateful for your commitment to our mission.

New Marlin Perkins Society Members August 1 – October 31, 2022 Karen & Dennis Boone Louise & Bob Bradshaw Classic Aire Care Pamela & Mark Cunningham Perry D. Drake Jackie & John Flotken The Grisham Family Richard Humphrey &

Eileen Dunn Humphrey Sean & Kimberly James Constance C. Kovach Amy Lampert Kate Larson Rhonda & George Linne The Manis Family Phil & Lois Poepsel Rick & Christine Ratkowski Monaca Rogers Mary Jane & Jason Ruff Zachary A. Smith Karl Staser & Rachel Kyllo Rodney Wilson Michelle Ziemann & Harlan Bloom Current Marlin Perkins Society Members Who Have Increased Support August 1 – October 31, 2022 Anonymous – 3 Ben & Gwen Arenberg Boyd & Pam Atteberry (10) Jared & Urmila Bauman Stephen G. Bell Dr. Bill & Cindy Boever (10) Michael & Laura Bond Dennis & Karen Boone Rebekah & Shawn Briscoe Paul Cambridge &

Dr. Amanda Trudell Central Bank of St. Louis (20) Carl & Jeanne Deutsch

Foundation (15) Steven & Mary Frank Steven & Shelly Fuchs (10) Ms. Ruth A. Fuller Robert & Susan Goldstein Family (15) Ted & Laurie Hellmuth (10) Jessica & Jacob Herschend Ken & Patti Hise James & Lisa Huff Ryan & Nicole Jeffery Mr. & Mrs. Kyle Kerner Dot & Larry LeGrand Mrs. Peggy J. Mangiaforte Dr.† & Mrs. Marshall S. Manne (20) Craig & Susan Mertz David & Judith Meyer (10) Ted & Linda Meyer Vince & Jan Misuraca Mr. Joseph M. Mount Winthrop & Heidi Reed (15) Dr. Charles &

Dr. Elizabeth Schmitz (10) Simons Jewelers (15) Mr.† & Mrs. William A. Sippy (30) Ms. Sharon Sofian William N. Stevens Steven & Nikki Tudela Alan & Susie Wallach

Northern pintail duck (10) denotes member for at least 10 years (15) denotes member for at least 15 years (20) denotes member for at least 20 years (30) denotes member for at least 30 years

† denotes deceased

Please contact the Development Office at (314) 646-4859 if you: • Would like information on how you can join or increase your support to the Marlin Perkins Society • Discover a discrepancy or have a question (the Zoo makes every effort to acknowledge all gifts and to maintain accurate records)