Joining the safari at their favorite zoo were 250 black-tie supporters. Hosted by the Friends of Santa Ana Zoo, guests sipped on the “Serengeti Sunset” cocktail, said hello to some fun zoo animals and enjoyed a delicious repast on the zoo’s spacious lawn. The safari ambiance enticed and the Groove Factory band brought smiles. Nearly $110,000 net proceeds were realized. Photography Ann Chatillon
FOSAZ Board President David Exline, Zoo Director Ethan Fisher, Honorees Jane Olin and Tim Jerkovich for their longtime support of the zoo’s conservation programs, event manager and FOSAZ Executive Director Cathi Decker
Advisory Board members Debbie Newmeyer, left, and her husband Tom Newmeyer, right, with their son Kurt Newmeyer and Stephanie Turner 
Board member Patti Mickey, left, and Bill Lobdel, right, with docent Jill Rogers holding Sapphire, a blue-tongued skink (lizard)
Paige and Jay Kunkle 
Cindy La and John Andrews 
Safari-themed table centerpiece with a lion face created by board member Jon “Rip” Ribbleer
Geraldine Arsennaude and Chan Savong with Andy Fisher