Detroit Zoo's Amphibiville Searching for Slime-Loving Politician
The Detroit Zoo's Amphibiville is seeking a new mayor for a two-year term. Candidates must be 7-12 years old.
One Newt has long been out of the race for President of the United States in 2012 … but the newts, frogs and toads at the Detroit Zoo are looking for a leader of their own. Amphibiville, a 2-acre wetland village that is home to the National Amphibian Conservation Center, is seeking a new mayor for a two-year term. To join the race, candidates 7-12 years old who live in Michigan must submit an essay of 100 words or less on why they should be Mayor of Amphibiville. All entries must be submitted by Oct. 5 to PR1@dzs.org or to Mayor of Amphibiville, Detroit Zoological Society, 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd., Royal Oak, MI 48067. Entries must include the candidate’s name, age, address and daytime telephone number. The winner will be announced in November…
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Megan Bildner
12:53 pm on Thursday, September 6, 2012
This is such a cute idea! more ›