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Posted on: April 6, 2022

INDOT Teal Road Reconstruction

Teal Rd Reconstruction

The U.S. 52/Teal Road reconstruction project is approximately three miles in length. The western end of the project will start just west of Old Romney Road on State Road 25 (locally known as West Teal), going east to Old U.S. 231, proceeding north on Old ...

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Posted on: March 9, 2023

Assistant Chief Brian Alkire announced as next Fire Chief

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Mayor Tony Roswarski announced the appointment of Brian Alkire, Assistant Chief of Fire Prevention, as the new fire chief upon the retirement of current Fire Chief Richard Doyle, effective June 21, 2023. Please help us congratulate Brian on his role in th...

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Posted on: December 1, 2023

Give the Gift of the Zoo this holiday season!

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Give the gift of the Columbian Park Zoo this holiday season - Zoo Memberships, Gift Vouchers for Zoo Experiences, Symbolic Adoptions, and even the Zoo Toy Box Donation! 

Check out our website, and be sure to go to the Gifts for Zoo Lovers tab!&...

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Posted on: November 13, 2023

Donuts with Santa

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Join Santa and his helpers for breakfast, holiday crafts, and more! Write a letter to Santa and grab a picture with him before he heads to the North Pole!

Date: December 16, 2022

Time: 9:00-11:00 AM

Cost: $10 per family

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Posted on: November 13, 2023

Winter Break Camp

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Give your kids something to celebrate over the holidays! Winter Break Camp is offered for children ages 6-12 (or 5 years old if enrolled in Kindergarten). Children participate in a variety of activities including seasonal arts and crafts, games, and field...

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Posted on: September 26, 2023

Become a Dog Park Member!

Become a Dog Park Member!

Looking for a PAW-some place to exercise your dog and meet new friends? Lafayette is currently home to Shamrock Dog Park, located just south of Lafayette's downtown in Shamrock Park.  COMING SOON - MCPAW DOG PARK! Construction is currently taking...

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Posted on: March 22, 2023

Check out the 2023 Fun Guide!

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The 2023 Fun Guide is here! Stay up on all things Lafayette Parks & Recreation (programs, events, parks amenities, etc.) and download your digital copy today!

Click here to download

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Posted on: November 6, 2023

Registration is NOW OPEN for Winter Youth Basketball

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Registration is now open for the winter session of McAllister Recreation Center’s Youth Basketball program! This program teaches children ages 6-11 the basics of basketball in a safe and friendly environment. Games take place on Saturdays from J...

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Posted on: October 26, 2023

Shop Local: Join us for McAllister Market

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Shop local and find unique, hand-crafted gems made by your favorite local artisans. From one-of-a-kind gifts to amazing finds, you're guaranteed to find something special when you join us for McAllister Market! 

Join us Saturday, November...

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Posted on: November 6, 2023

Registration is NOW OPEN for McAllister's Holiday Drop & Shop!

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Do you have last-minute holiday shopping to finish? Wrapping to do? Drop your kids off at McAllister Recreation Center while you tackle your holiday to-do list!Children ages 5-12 are welcome to join us at McAllister for an evening of holiday fun!The cost ...
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Posted on: November 7, 2023

CPZ's Holiday Drop & Shop is BACK! Sign up today!

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Need some time to do your holiday shopping without the kids? You're in luck! Join us Saturday, December 9 for our Holiday Drop & Shop! Bring your 5-12 year olds for a day of fun Zoo crafts, games, activities and animal encounters. Tackle your...
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Posted on: November 1, 2023

Join us for our first ever Reindeer Rendezvous with the Zoo!

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The Columbian Park Zoo has announced a brand-new holiday event coming this season. “Reindeer Rendezvous with the Zoo” will take place Sunday, December 10 in two sessions: 12:00pm-3:00pm and 3:30pm-6:30pm at the Columbian Park carousel building and surroun...

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Posted on: January 10, 2023

Party Like an Animal at CPZ!

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Designed for children turning 5-12, a Zoo Birthday Party is one your child will never forget! Visit our Zoo Party Package Options & Pricing page for all the details on how Zoo Birthday Parties work, then contact us at zooeducation@lafayette.in.gov to ...

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Posted on: January 6, 2023

Visit our Registration Portal - CivicRec

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Online registration is now available for year-round fun with Columbian Park Zoo and Lafayette Parks and Recreation! Visit our registration portal, CivicRec, to browse or sign up for Zoo Camps, youth classes, Zoo Memberships, Zoo Birthday Parties and other...

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Posted on: February 3, 2023

Looking for ways to give back to CPZ? Purchase an item from our Amazon Wish List!

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At CPZ, we take enrichment seriously - but it's a lot of fun too!  On a daily basis our animal care staff combines their background knowledge of animal behavior, a healthy dose of creativity, and the relationship they’ve built with the animals in...

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