Gorgeous Annie

Annie Nesting 1

I posted these on Annie’s Facebook page a few weeks ago. Here they are for those who refuse to succumb to joining Facebook.

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Changes to blog comments and new stuff in the store

I have made a couple of changes that effect blog comments. At least temporarily, all comments will have to be approved before they are posted to the blog. This will mean a delay in your comments showing up on the blog. I did this to hopefully better control any possible security compromise to the blog.…

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Impersonation

Missy impersonating Negra

Jackie and Elizabeth are off to see Jane Goodall speak in Seattle and I’m here closing up, looking at some photos and videos from the last couple of days. I did a double take when I saw this photo, taken through one of the picture windows, of Missy doing a very good impersonation of Negra:

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Auction Photos!

Out of the Box silent Auction

We were very lucky to have documentary photographer Karen Ducey volunteer her services at the Out of the Box auction this year. Everyone can view the photos and even purchase favorites. Just click here and enter the password chimps when prompted. Proceeds from the sale of the photos will go to the sanctuary. I am…

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Today in honor of Pam Lehnert

Jody doing "yoga"

Happy day, Pam! Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest celebrates you today, thanks to your friend Jill. The humans and chimpanzees appreciate everything you do for them every day! Blog readers and event-goers should remember Pam for her ability to transform a space into something spectacular – she’s done it for our auction 2 years in a row…

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Happy Day, Torie & Danielle

Today is in honor of Torie and Danielle’s birthdays from their mom, Barbara. Here’s a classic photo of Annie and Missy to say “have a happy day!” You too can sponsor a day for yourself or a loved one. Details on our donate page.

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Online Auction ends in just 6 hours!

Get your bids in NOW! Check it out, make some calls to your friends, and let’s reach our $25,000 goal – this counts donations to Young’s Hill as well as bids on our fabulous auction items. Below is the video that Jonathan Houser made about the Young’s Hill project, with music by Robin Washburn. Thanks…

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The Mural

new mural

Here are some shots of the new mural. Thank you all for donating to this project. Though it was several months ago, you remain permanently appreciated! Artist Kim in front of the mural, just after completing it. Missy checking it out:

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Happy Birthday, Sarah Casey!

Jamie and boot

Steve Shaw sponsored today in honor of his wife Sarah Casey’s birthday. Happy birthday from the Cle Elum Seven, Sarah! The next chimpanzee birthday we’ll be celebrating is Jamie’s on October 31st. I wonder what she’ll be getting for her birthday…

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