Enjoy Reptiles and Ice Cream event Aug. 24

Reptiles and ice cream "¦ oh my! Meet some new cold-blooded friends and enjoy a sweet cold treat during the Reptiles and Ice Cream event this weekend.

Join Mission Viejo Animal Services officers and local firefighters and deputies from 9:30-11:30 am Saturday, August 24 at the Norman P. Murray Center for a fun and educational event showcasing reptiles and wild animals.

You will have the chance to meet a 17-foot reticulated python, ball pythons, leopard and crested geckos, hog-nose snakes, veiled chameleons, African pixie frog and large and small tortoises. After that, cool off with some free ice cream.

All participants must sign a waiver provided onsite. The Norman P. Murray Center is located at 24932 Veterans Way. For more information, call 949-470-3062.