Save the Chimps Events
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10th Annual Bowlathon – April 29, 2018Save the date. Join us for this FUN family-friendly event at Saint Lucie Lanes for bowling, prizes, raffles, silent auction items, and more! |
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Photography & Chimp Art Exhibit- May 7, 2018Join us at the St. Lucie County Civic Center for the opening reception of this exhibit featuring art by our chimpanzee residents, collaborative art by chimpanzees and human-artist Nathaniel Gold, photographs of our chimpanzee residents, and artist renderings of chimpanzees. Items will be available for purchase and proceeds benefit the nearly 250 chimpanzees in our care. |
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Member Day – May 19, 2018Become a member and tour the beautiful 150-acre chimpanzee sanctuary, home to nearly 250 rescued chimpanzees. Save the Chimps is closed to the public but hosts three Member Day events per year. Members will observe the chimpanzees as they roam the islands covered in grass, palm trees, hills, and climbing structures. Seeing these sights is a one-of-a-kind experience! |
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All Things Chimp Online Auction – June 22 – July 1, 2018Save the date! The summer All Things Chimp Online Auction will run from June 22 – July 1st. The auction will feature one of a kind items including behind-the-scenes Sanctuary experiences, original art by our chimpanzee residents, and more! |
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Member Day – October 13, 2018Become a member and tour the beautiful 150-acre chimpanzee sanctuary, home to nearly 250 rescued chimpanzees. Save the Chimps is closed to the public but hosts three Member Day events per year. Members will observe the chimpanzees as they roam the islands covered in grass, palm trees, hills, and climbing structures. Seeing these sights is a one-of-a-kind experience! |
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Chimps Kitchen – November 2, 2018Save the Date! A local chef tasting event at Cobalt in the Vero Beach Hotel & Spa featuring delicious hors d’oeuvres created and donated by local chefs and a wonderful selection of silent auction items. |
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5th Annual Chimpathon – April 14, 2019Save the date for Chimpathon 2019! Whether it’s running or walking that you love, we hope you will join us for our fourth annual Chimpathon and spot Doc running on his island home! This unique course takes you through Save the Chimps – the world’s largest chimpanzee sanctuary, located in Fort Pierce, Florida. Enjoy hearing the wonderful sounds of pant hoots and watching the chimpanzees roam as you run beside their island homes. |
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Chimpathon – April 15, 2018Registration will open soon! Whether it’s running or walking that you love, we hope you will join us for our fourth annual Chimpathon and spot Doc running on his island home! This unique course takes you through Save the Chimps – the world’s largest chimpanzee sanctuary, located in Fort Pierce, Florida. Enjoy hearing the wonderful sounds of pant hoots and watching the chimpanzees roam as you run beside their island homes. |
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Cynthia Rowley Boutique – February 26, 2018Join us for a special event at Cynthia Rowley Boutique. Champagne, cocktails, and hors d’oevres. 10% of proceeds of sales will be donated to Save the Chimps Event hosts – John & Carol Anne Stiglmeier |
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Member Day – February 24, 2018Become a member and tour the beautiful 150-acre chimpanzee sanctuary, home to nearly 250 rescued chimpanzees. Save the Chimps is closed to the public but hosts three Member Day events per year. Members will observe the chimpanzees as they roam the islands covered in grass, palm trees, hills, and climbing structures. Seeing these sights is a one-of-a-kind experience!
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Crush on Charity – January 28, 2018Join us at Summer Crush Vineyard and Winery in Fort Pierce. Enjoy music by String Assassins and their high energy presence to the pavilion stage 1-5pm. As always, great food by Polito Catering. Summer Crush’s famous Slurps Up wine slushies and signature wines, as well as select ciders, beers and more. No ticket required. Featured Charity; Save The Chimps. |
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Cottonways Welcomes the Chimps – January 10, 2018 3-6pmThanks to the generosity of Cottonways, 20% of your purchase of clothing, handbags, jewelry, and handpainted items will support the Sanctuary. It’s a perfect opportunity to treat yourself to something special and make a difference at the same time.
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Limited Engagement Special Screening of JANE at Lake Worth Playhouse & the Stronzek Theatre – December 28, 2017 at 2pmJoin us in Lake Worth, Florida for this special benefit for the chimps! Drawing from over 100 hours of never-before-seen footage that has been tucked away in the National Geographic archives for over 50 years, award-winning director Brett Morgen tells the story of JANE, a woman whose chimpanzee research challenged the male-dominated scientific consensus of her time and revolutionized our understanding of the natural world. Following the screening there will be a Question & Answer session with Save the Chimps Executive Director Molly Polidoroff. |
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Sunset at the Sanctuary – December 2, 2017Join us for a beautiful evening complete with a tour of the Sanctuary followed by a reception overlooking Air Force Island, enjoying light jazz with |
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Bears and Blankets at Waldo’s – December 8, 2017Join us at Waldo’s! Located beachside, at the The Historic Driftwood Resort, 3150 Ocean Dr., Vero Beach, FL 32963 |
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All Things Chimp Online Auction – November 10 – 26, 2017Auction Extended! More items added! Bid on more than 100 unique one-of-a-kind items such as original art by our chimpanzee residents, Sanctuary Experiences, collaborative primate art by human and chimpanzee artists, gifts, and so much more. |
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Chimps Kitchen – November 2, 2017A local chef tasting event featuring delicious hors d’oeuvres created and donated by local chefs and a wonderful selection of silent auction items. |
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Waldo’s 70th & 80th Anniversary Party – October 15, 2017Join us at Waldo’s! Located beachside, at the The Historic Driftwood Resort, 3150 Ocean Dr., Vero Beach, FL 32963 Enjoy food, music, and a bucket of Chimp Juice, a delicious blend of Malibu rums and fruit juices. |
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Member Day – October 14, 2017Join fellow members and tour the beautiful 150-acre chimpanzee sanctuary, home to nearly 250 rescued chimpanzees.
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20th Anniversary Gala – September 26, 2017Join us for an evening with the world renowned primatologist, Dr. Jane Goodall. The event begins with a cocktail party. This will be followed by an elegant sit-down dinner with Dr. Goodall who helped to inspire Save the Chimps co-founder, Dr. Carole Noon to establish Save the Chimps. |
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Bowlathon – April 23, 2017This fun and family-friendly event features bowling, door prizes, raffles, a 50/50 raffle, and more. |
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Caregiver Society Day – April, 30 2017This event is a special opportunity to personally say “thank you” to those who have shown extraordinary support of our cause, and to celebrate the lives of the more than 250 chimpanzee residents of Save the Chimps. |
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Film Screening of “Unlocking the Cage”
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Chimpathon – April 9, 2017There is no other race like it in the world! Whether it’s running or walking you love, we hope you will join us for our third annual Chimpathon and spot Doc running on his island home! |
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Charity Night at Waldo’s – March 25, 2017Join us at Waldo’s! Located beachside, at the The Historic Driftwood Resort, 3150 Ocean Dr., Vero Beach, FL 32963 Enjoy food, music, and a bucket of Chimp Juice, a delicious blend of Malibu rums and fruit juices. |
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NatureFest – February 25, 2017Join Save the Chimps and over 30 other environmental organizations at NatureFest! The event, taking place at the Manatee Observation Center in Fort Pierce, will feature games, crafts, and fun for all ages. This family friendly event is all FREE!! |
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Champions for Chimps – February 4, 2017The event will begin with a behind-the-scenes experience, which is usually closed to the public. Cocktails, a delicious lunch, and spectacular views of the chimpanzees roaming their island homes will provide a memorable experience. |
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All Things Chimp Online Auction – November 9-18, 2016Bid on one-of-a-kind items such as Behind-the-Scenes Sanctuary experiences, collaborative primate art, original chimp-art, portraits, gifts…there is something for everyone! |
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Tampa Bay VegFest – November 12, 2016The event — presented by Florida Voices for Animals— will appeal to all who enjoy tasty, healthy foods, whether or not they follow a vegetarian or vegan diet. |
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8th Annual Chimps Kitchen – November 10, 2016A local celebrity chef tasting event featuring delicious hors d’oeuvres created and donated by local chefs and a wonderful selection of silent auction items. |
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Indian River Lagoon Science Festival – October 22, 2016Discover the amazing world around you and celebrate science on the Treasure Coast! |
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New Jersey VegFest – October 2, 2016The New Jersey VegFest is all about celebrating the great food and people of the Garden State while promoting compassion and healthy choices. |
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Member Day – September 17, 2016Join fellow members and tour the beautiful 150-acre chimpanzee sanctuary, home to over 250 rescued chimpanzees. |
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Pet Rock Fest – September 11, 2016Pet Rock Fest is an annual event held on the Sunday after Labor Day weekend each year. It is an afternoon expo/festival that includes live music, vendors,food, contests, and most importantly, more than 200 animal organizations broadcasting their causes. |
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Sunday Wine Down – September 4, 2016Florida’s Original Sun & Surf Winery experience of handcrafted award winning Florida Wines. Where there is always Good Wines, Good Vibes and Good Times. Welcome the hottest new area band to the pavilion stage: EAST HARBOR. Featured Charity: Save the Chimps |
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All Things Chimp Online Auction – July 13-22, 2016Bid on one-of-a-kind items such as Behind-the-Scenes Sanctuary experiences, collaborative primate art, original chimp-art, portraits, gifts…there is something for everyone! |
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Clevelend VegFest – May 7Free Admission. Presented by the Cleveland Vegan Society. |
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Secaucus GreenFest – May 7Eco arts & crafts, rock climbing, green vendors, face painting, sand painting and more. |
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New England VegFest – May 1, 2016The New England VegFest is a free festival that brings the local community together to celebrate vegetarianism: an animal-friendly, environmentally sustainable, and healthy lifestyle. |
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VegFest LA – May 1, 2016Held in beautiful Woodley Park in the San Fernando Valley, this fun green-powered festival will inspire you about important topics such as: healthy living, the environment, animals, and more. Everyone is welcome! |
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Bowlathon – April 24, 2016This fun and family-friendly event features bowling, door prizes, raffles, a 50/50 raffle, and more. |
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Chimpathon – April 17, 2016We are excited to host the 2nd Annual Save the Chimps 16k (10-mile) race! This is also a walker-friendly event. Register now» |
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NY Earth Day – April 17, 2016A fantastic way to to connect to environmental campaigns, green lifestyle products, and interesting people doing great green work! |
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Caregiver Society Day – April 9, 2016A special day honoring our Caregiver Society Members & the beloved chimpanzees they help to support. |
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NE Florida VegFest – March 5, 2016The day-long event will feature live music, dynamic speakers, cooking demonstrations, beer garden, kids’ zone, pie-eating contest, exceptional freebies, raffles, scavenger hunt and much more! Stop by our booth at this event. |
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Nature Fest – February 27, 2016This educational/environmental festival features over 20 exhibitors that showcase the Treasure Coast’s wildlife, natural resources and Florida’s great outdoors. Free Admission! |
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Member Day – February 20, 2016Join fellow members and tour the beautiful 150-acre chimpanzee sanctuary, home to over 250 rescued chimpanzees. |
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Ladies Night Out Quarter Auction – February 11, 2016Join us for this fun event. Many vendors to shop and bid from. |
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Nature Film Night – January 29, 2016Save the Chimps will be tabling at this event. Film to be featured is “Born to Be Wild”. Pinecrest, FL $5 |
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5-Course Feast & Beer Pairing – January 24, 2015A five-course feast prepared by Chef Brian Lamparksi with proceeds to benefit the over 250 chimpanzees who call Save the Chimps home! |
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Northwest Veg – November 14 & 15, 2015Oregon’s largest plat-based food event! |
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Tampa Bay VegFest – November 7, 2015 |
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7th Annual Chimps Kitchen – November 5, 2015 6:00-9:00pmA local celebrity chef tasting event featuring delicious hors d’oeuvres created and donated by local chefs and a wonderful selection of silent auction items. |
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Central Florida VegFest – October 24, 2015 |
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DC VegFest – October 3, 2015The DC VegFest is an annual festival & year-round celebration of veg eating – organized by Compassion Over Killing |
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Charlottesville Vegetarian Festival – September 26, 2015This festival is one of the oldest and most well established of its kind and attracts up to 6,000 attendees each year. |
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Member Day – September 19, 2015Join fellow members and tour the beautiful 150-acre chimpanzee sanctuary, home to over 250 rescued chimpanzees. |
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VeggieFest – August 15 – 16, 2015Benedictine University – Lisle, IL |
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Nashville Pet Expo – July 11, 2015Admission is free. Pets are welcome. This is a great opportunity to speak to an animal-friendly crowd on why chimpanzees should not be pets and speak about the Sanctuary. |
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Richmond Vegetarian Festival – June 20, 2015The Richmond Vegetarian Festival is a fun and free annual festival in Richmond, Virginia. It has been held every year since 2003 and is 100% organized by volunteers. |
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VegFest Colorado – June 20-21, 2015A 2 day health and environmental fair supporting a vegan lifestyle. |
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New Orleans Veg – May 9-10, 2015NOLA’s annual vegan food festival held at the New Orleans Healing Center |
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Baltimore VegFest – May 9, 2015Baltimore VegFest is an annual celebration of healthy, sustainable, and compassionate eating and explores the endless benefits of vegan living. |
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Caregiver Society Day – May 3, 2015A special day honoring our Caregiver Society Members & the beloved chimpanzees they help to support. |
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7th Annual Bowl-a-thon – May 3, 2015This FUN family event features bowling, raffles, a 50/50 drawing, a silent auction, and more! Bring a bunch of bananas for a raffle ticket. |
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NE Florida VegFest – Sunday April 26, 2015Riverside Park – Jacksonville, FL |
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Earth Day NYC – April 19, 2015Earth Day New York’s events are the largest green events in the country, reaching hundreds of thousands of people every year. |
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Chimpathon – March 29, 2015We are excited to announce Save the Chimps’ FIRST annual 16k (10-mile) race! This is also a walker-friendly event. |
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New England VegFest – March 7, 2015DCU Center – Worcester, MA – Free admission, free food, 100% vegan, incredible speakers, cooking demos, kid’s activities, animal advocacy, veg restaurants, local businesses, and raffle prizes. Visit Save the Chimps’ booth! |
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Crush on Charity – February 8, 2015Endless Summer Vineyard & Winery – Fort Pierce, FL |
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Party in the Park – February 7, 2015Fort Pierce Inlet State Park – Free admission, music, refreshments |
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Volunteer Appreciation Day – January 17, 2015A day set aside to show our volunteers how much we appreciate them. This is a special event for Save the Chimps volunteers and is by invitation only. |
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Chimps Kitchen – November 13, 2014A Chef Tasting Event to Benefit Save the Chimps – Sample delicious tastings donated by local Chefs, Banana Daiquiris sponsored by Cruzan Rum, and bid on a wide selection of wonderful auction items. |
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Portland VegFestOregon’s largest plant-based food event! Sat. & Sun. Sept. 27 & 28, 10am-6pm |
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DC VegFest – September 20, 201411am-6pm Free Admission |