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Want to work outside and around animals? John Ball Zoo is holding a virtual hiring event this Saturday.

Local leaders are definitely talking about it, but how close are we to it being reality?

Looking for date ideas for Valentine's Day? Why not take some inspiration from our animal friends? John Ball Zoo is is offering a virtual date night experience on Valentine’s Day. On their Valentine's Day Virtual Safari, John Ball Zoo says you'll learn how "different animals date, mate, and procreate" and get a "sneak a peek into the surprising world of animal breeding" at the

Want to work outside and around animals? Looking to fill multiple positions for their 2021 season, John Ball Zoo is holding a virtual hiring event Feb. 6 10a.m. to 1p.m.

Want to work outside and around animals? John Ball Zoo is hiring for seasonal positions throughout the Zoo for the 2021 season. The Zoo posted to Facebook that they have open positions in Guest Services, Food and Beverage, and Retail, saying: Working at JBZ means spending beautiful summer days outside in an environment that fosters fun, education, and wildlife conservation...

A few weeks ago I checked out the IllumiZoo at John Ball Zoo and was amazed at how cool it was. Now it is even more amazing!

If you are looking for an activity to do on these fall evenings, why not head to the John Ball Zoo and check out IllumiZoo!

The John Ball Zoo is transforming their pathways into a cool illuminated night time event that's open to all ages from October 10 - November 15th.

With the coronavirus pandemic, events at John Ball Zoo have been selling out quickly. So put these weekends down on your calendar and start checking for tickets.

The three-year-old bald eagle is being named after a beloved Grand Rapids educator and member of the John Ball Zoo Board.

COVID-19 hasn't canceled all the fun this summer. Zoo officials do suggest getting tickets ahead of time to make sure you and your little heroes can enjoy the day.

John Ball Zoo's red panda triplets need names! West Michigander and Minnesota Viking and former MSU quarterback Kirk Cousins is helping to kick off a name contest for the three little ones.