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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 16, 2010

METRO TROLLEY CONNECTS DOWNTOWN TO BUTTERFLY SHOW ON JUNE 20
“Trolley to Japan” Provides $1 Trips to Krohn Conservatory on Father’s Day

CINCINNATI –Celebrate Father’s Day in style with a ride on the “Trolley to Japan” to see the “Butterflies of Japan” Krohn Conservatory Butterfly Show on Sunday, June 20, the last day of the 2010 Butterfly Show.

Board Metro’s “Trolley to Japan” at the Westin (on Fifth Street across from Fountain Square) and travel non-stop to the Krohn Conservatory. To return, board the trolley at the Krohn and travel non-stop back downtown to the Westin stop. The trolley will operate continuously from noon to 5 p.m. Fare is only $1 per person each way.

Metro’s “Trolley to Japan” is offered in partnership with Cincinnati Parks. The trolley also ran on Mother’s Day.

The Krohn Conservatory is open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., and is offering free admission for all fathers on June 20, courtesy of Macy’s Foundation. The Gold Star Chilimobile will also be on site. Admission is $6 per person, $5 seniors, $4 ages 4-17 and under 4 is free. Unlimited Admission Pins are available for $10. For more show details visit www.butterflyshow.com.

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