Animal Planet Expo

Energy, imagination and playfulness abound as Glen Ellyn welcomes ANIMAL PLANET EXPO, an event sure to entertain animal lovers of all ages. Animal Planet and Comcast, plus national sponsors the Smart Spot program from PepsiCo and the makers of Fresh Step litter, invite Chicagoland residents to bring their families--along with Fido and Fluffy--to celebrate the unique sights, sounds and emotional experiences only animals can provide during ANIMAL PLANET EXPO from 10 AM to 4 PM on Saturday and Sunday, July 15-16 at Maryknoll Park, 845 Pershing Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137.

An annual summer tour, ANIMAL PLANET EXPO has been delighting people around the country for eight years, giving families the opportunity to experience animal-friendly family fun, the Animal Planet way. Inspired by the only television network dedicated to the connection between humans and animals, this year's ANIMAL PLANET EXPO has expanded to offer participants an even richer experience than ever before. As they arrive, pet owners will receive a pet emergency preparedness brochure to ensure their pet's safety in an emergency.

From high-flying Frisbee dog shows and interactive animal trivia games, to "ooh" and "ahh" inspiring live animal shows, the Main Stage features flocks of captivating animal entertainment and demonstrations. The Frisbee dog show times are 11 AM, 12 PM, 1:30 PM and 2:30 PM, and the Main Stage live animal presentation times are 1 PM and 3:30 PM.

Also part of ANIMAL PLANET EXPO is the not-to-be-missed Discovery Kids' Endurance Experience, a hands-on adventure that allows kids to experience the mental and physical competition of Discovery Kids Channel's wildly popular ENDURANCE series. In Discovery Kids' Endurance Experience kids can compete in a number of challenges that simulate the sights, sounds and physical experience of competing on ENDURANCE, including a climbing wall and a timed "hanging" challenge--plus, USA Swimming is sponsoring an all-new water-based challenge.

Visitors to Animal Planet Expo Theater will find themselves getting up close and personal with exotic animals like a python, an alligator, a fox, a porcupine or a lemur, as they experience animal wildlife firsthand with a captivating demonstration set in a natural habitat. Theater shows will run every half-hour throughout Saturday and Sunday with the first show at 10:30 AM and the last at 3 PM.

In addition, visitors will see firsthand the clarity of high-definition programming with a sneak peek at Discovery Channel's groundbreaking new ATLAS series in the Discovery HD Theater Dome. Forms to enter for a chance to win a HD television set will be available to fill out while enjoying breathtaking footage of a country like China or Australia as they have never been seen before.

Other activity pavilions to enjoy at ANIMAL PLANET EXPO include the following: · Animal House - Get to know even more live animals, while animal experts introduce exotic species from around the world. · Safari Snaps - Download the ultimate digital photo of you with a virtual version of Animal Planet's Jeff Corwin and Steve Irwin. · Bug House - Hear what the buzz is about and learn about a variety of bugs and butterflies from around the globe. · Kids' Zone - Kids can get their faces painted, try the "Happy Gator" obstacle course and play other fun games. · Heroes of Animal Planet - Protect your pet just as the stars of ANIMAL HEROES: PHOENIX do by creating your own personalized pet tag, and engage in a unique sniff test from the makers of Fresh Step litter. · Connection Zone - Kids play a panda-themed game for a prize, while adults view demonstrations and take advantage of special offers on the latest products from Comcast. · Pet Den - DuPage County Animal Care and Control will provide pet adoption opportunities and helpful information on how to find the perfect pet for your family. · Pet Misters and Watering Holes - Give your pets the opportunity to "chill out" and quench their thirst on a hot day. · Smart Spot Station - Kids learn how to eat and live healthier in a fun and interactive way.

As part of ANIMAL PLANET EXPO, Comcast will make a $1,000 donation to DuPage County Animal Care and Control. Comcast will also be on-site to provide valuable information about their most innovative new products available to consumers.

Chicagoland viewers can find Animal Planet on Comcast Cable. Go to www.discovery.com and click on Animal Planet to find more information on ANIMAL PLANET EXPO.

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