Hattiesburg Zoo Brings Wild Learning Experience to Bolton Library

Special to The Bolton News

Area children and families will have an opportunity to get up close with some fascinating animals when the Hattiesburg Zoo visits the Annie T. Jeffers Library on Wednesday, June 3.

The special Summer Reading Program event will take place from 10 to 10:45 a.m. and will feature a live animal presentation designed to educate and entertain attendees of all ages.

During the program, zoo educators will introduce several animal ambassadors and share information about their habitats, behaviors and unique characteristics. While the specific animals vary from program to program, visitors may encounter snakes, turtles, tortoises, lizards, hedgehogs, bugs or spiders.

The Hattiesburg Zoo typically brings three animals to outreach events, creating a new and exciting experience with each visit. Presenters will provide insights into the lives of the animals and discuss wildlife conservation and animal care.

Audience members will also have an opportunity to ask questions about the featured creatures as well as other animals that call the Hattiesburg Zoo home.

Library officials encourage families to attend and enjoy this interactive learning experience as part of the library's summer programming.

The event is free and open to the public.

For more information about the program or other upcoming library events, contact the Annie T. Jeffers Library.