My Furry Valentine February 19, 2023
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animal enrichment, animals, Central Park Zoo, NYC, photography, Red Panda, snow leopard, Snow Monkey, Valentine's Day, wildlife, Zoos
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Valentine’s Day is my second favorite enrichment time for our Central Park Zoo animals (pumpkins are first). The keeper staff has fun creating new items for enrichment and our collection animals (and I) enjoy it very much. Hope you get a few smiles from these photos too.
Who let the dogs out? January 29, 2023
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: AKC, animals, dog show, Javitts Center, Meet the Breeds, NYC, photography
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Nothing but fun and smiles at yesterday’s AKC Meet the Breeds at the Javitts Center. I have not been to a dog show in many moons and forgot how much fun they are. Not only are the dogs terrific but the handlers are quirky and delightful to chat with about each and every doggie. I have included just some of the many breeds in today’s montage and of course have included my little bundle of fun, Mr Pepe, at the end of this photo montage. Woof!
Outsider Art January 8, 2023
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: Amrican Folk Art Museum, art, Morris Hirshfield, NYC, RISD
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I attended art school (RISD) and appreciate the academic side of art but I am drawn to Folk Art for its singular vision, cultural heritage and diversity. NYC’s Folk Art Museum is one of my favorite spots. Their latest exhibit Morris Hirshfield Rediscovered is marvelous. I went when it first opened in September and returned over the holiday season. You can still catch this visionary art thru January 29. Did I mention the museum is free?
End of the Year Tushes January 1, 2023
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: 2023, animals, Butts, Happy new year, nature, NYC, photography, Tushes, zoo babies, Zoos
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Today’s montage completes 19 years of my sending out these Sunday photos. By my calculations that’s over 960 Sunday photo montages. Oh my! Thanks for coming along for the ride. Some of you have been with me for the entire 19 years. I am very thankful for that. Hoping to do my best to keep posting on Sundays. I leave you as always with no ‘ifs, just ends, butts and tushes.’ Wishing everyone a happy and healthy New Year.
Cheers to All! December 25, 2022
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: Audrey and Roberta, baby animals, Cheers, Merry Christmas, Mr. Pepe, NYC, Pete the Cat, photography, Santa
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Holiday time is always fun at my house. We celebrate most holidays (especially the ones that demand we wear a hat). My little gang of critters (past and present) are all good sports and since today is Christmas we would like to share some of these fun moments with you. Wishing you all a very merry and a happy. Cheers!
Joy not Oy December 18, 2022
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, Audrey, Benny the dog, Empire State Building, Happy Hanukkah, Jack the dog, Madison the cat, menorah, Mr. Pepe, NYC, Pete, photography, Roberta
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‘Tis the Season December 11, 2022
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: Arsenal Gallery, art, art exhibitions, Central Park Zoo, NYC, NYC Parks Dept., photography, Wreath Interpretation
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I go to this fun exhibit every year. The NYC Parks’ annual Wreath Interpretations exhibition returned to the Arsenal Gallery (the Arsenal is near the Central Park Zoo). This year’s collection of wreaths was created by artists, designers, and creative individuals of all ages who have used inventive and unexpected materials to re-envision the traditional holiday decoration. Wreaths included in this year’s exhibition use a wide range of unusual materials, including caution tape, traffic light reflectors, safety pins, bath sponges, rulers, Mardi Gras beads, and sugar meringue. They explore a wide range of themes, such as family history, volunteerism, endangered animals, and chemistry. Each wreath is accompanied by a short artist statement that tells gallery visitors about the meaning behind the wreath. The Arsenal Gallery is located on the third floor of NYC Parks’ Headquarters in Central Park, on Fifth Avenue at 64th Street. Gallery hours are Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., except holidays. Admission is free.
The Tree (no, not that one) December 4, 2022
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, art, Christmas Tree, creche, Madison Square Park, Metropolitan Museum, NYC, photography
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96th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade November 27, 2022
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: floats, Macy's Thanksgiving Da Parade, NYC, parade, photography
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The Great Five Boro NYC Bake-off November 20, 2022
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: art, Five Boro NYC Bake-off, Gingerbread, Museum of the City if NY, NYC, photography
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The Museum of the City of New York has begun a great tradition with the Five Boro Gingerbread Bake-off. Bakers from each of the five boroughs were tasked with creating a gingerbread display from their neighborhood home borough. I was very excited to see that not only was my neighborhood represented for Manhattan but my actual building was featured as well (directly across for the Flatiron building). Other than the overwhelming smell of gingerbread it was a fun experience. It is on display until January 8th.