Jammin' at the Zoo - June

Date:	June 26, 2009
Time:	Gates at 6 p.m. \| Music at 7:15 p.m. (headliner @ 9 p.m.)
Location:	Lincoln Park Zoo \| Cannon Drive & Fullerton \| Chicago
Beneficiary:	Lincoln Park Zoo's animals and conservation programs

Heading into its 16th season, Jammin' at the Zoo continues to expand its audience by providing top-notch entertainment in an unduplicated setting. The series of three concerts is held on the zoo's south lawn under huge, ancient trees. This concert series offers lawn seating on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Jammin' has a rich musical history, having hosted some of the industry's top performers, including: David Crosby, Cowboy Mouth, Gin Blossoms, Kurt Elling, The Jayhawks, Joan Osborne and 10,000 Maniacs.

For more information, visit the Lincoln Park Zoo's Jammin' at the Zoo website: http://www.lpzoo.org/events/jammin2009.html

Concert Location

Concerts are held at Lincoln Park Zoo on the South Lawn. Seating is general admission, and guests are invited to bring small blankets. Come early and enjoy a delicious dinner from Park Place Café. Beer and wine will be available for purchase for guests 21 and older. The Kovler Lion House and Kovler Sea Lion Pool will be open during the event.

Series (all 3 shows) Tickets

Purchase the series in advance and receive a special discount!

Adult: $60
Adult Zoo Member: $55
Child 4-12*: $30
Child 4-12 Zoo Member*: $25
** $6.00 handling fee is added to the cost of tickets ordered online when purchasing the series; there is no service fee for tickets purchased at the zoo (Beginning June 3, tickets can be purchased at the zoo's Gateway Pavilion (Information Services) everyday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. without service fees).
* Children 3 years old and younger are admitted free.

Entertainment

Josh Kelley @ 7:15pm

Singer-songwriter Josh Kelley (www.joshkelley.com) has come a long way from his hometown Augusta, Ga. Kelley moved to Oxford, Miss., to attend the University of Mississippi where he wrote the song "Amazing" when he was a sophomore. It immediately attracted the attention of major labels. He signed with Hollywood Records after graduating, and he began writing more songs for his debut album, "For The Ride Home," released in 2003. The album showcased his no-nonsense expressiveness and disarmingly genuine delivery, exemplified in the top-five smash "Amazing" and follow-up top ten hit "Everybody Wants You." In early 2004, he headed to Los Angeles where he interacted with fellow songwriters and players. It all culminated with the sessions for his second album, "Almost Honest" that received wide acclaim from critics and fans alike. Kelley released his third album "Just Say the Word" in 2006, and his fourth, "Special Company," in 2008. With his life taking an upward swing over the past couple years professionally and personally (Josh wed Grey's Anatomy Katherine Heigl in 2007), Kelley has woven his life's experiences into his music. In addition to his own music, Kelley continues to produce albums for several other artists including Alexa Wilkinson, White Buffalo, Tyler Hilton, Lady Antebellum and Tony Lucca.

Sister Hazel @ 9:00pm

It's been 10 years and over two million records sold for Sister Hazel since the group's five distinct personalities came together in the vibrant Florida college town of Gainesville. Sister Hazel worked out of the area in concentric circles, quickly establishing a reputation as one of the strongest, most consistent draws of the grassroots circuit. While the crop of newly emerging acts has thinned from Gainesville since the mid- to late-'90s heyday, a scene has remained stronger than ever around Sister Hazel because the band has continued to do what it does best: play honest, heartfelt original music. The group prides itself on being accessible and down-to-earth, and devoting time to events and organizations in which they strongly believe. This includes Lyrics For Life, which sponsors charitable events to raise money for and awareness of cancer research, and the annual Rock Boat, a fan-driven Caribbean mingling featuring multiple artists. With Chasing Daylight, the band's first self-released album since 1996, Sister Hazel has moved to further reinforce a commitment to the fans of their music.

Individual Tickets

In Advance**:
Adult: $23
Adult Zoo Member: $21
Child*: $12
Child Zoo Member*: $10

* Children 3 years old and younger are admitted free.
** Handling fee is added to the cost of tickets ordered online. There is no service fee for tickets purchased at Lincoln Park Zoo (Beginning June 3, tickets can be purchased at the zoo's Gateway Pavilion (Information Services) everyday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

Tickets available now at Lincoln Park Zoo

Day Of Tickets:
Please note: Tickets may sell out prior to the event, so reserve your tickets today!
Adult: $28
Adult Zoo Member: $26
Child (ages 4-12): $14
Child Zoo Member (ages 4-12): $12

Transportation

CTA buses 151 and 156 stop directly in front of the zoo on Stockton Drive. For more information, please visit the Chicago Transportation Authority.

Directions and Parking

Concerts are held at Lincoln Park Zoo on the South Lawn. Seating is general admission, and guests are invited to bring blankets. Come early and enjoy a delicious dinner from Park Place Café. Beer and wine will be available for purchase for guests 21 and older. The Kovler Lion House, Flamingo Exhibit and Kovler Sea Lion Pool will be open during the event.

Paid parking is available at the Zoo. Make sure you arrive early to guarantee yourself a spot!

Policies

- Tickets are non-refundable.
- No outside food or beverages are allowed inside zoo gates for Jammin' concerts.
- No cameras or recording of any sort will be allowed.
- No pets may be brought onto zoo grounds.
- Series tickets are not available after the June show.

Sponsorship Opportunities

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