the Gold and Flash cards do a lot more than just let you into the zoo and acquarium… they are also act as a public library card.. and the discounts available to Gold and Flash Card holders and in some cases to people over 60 who don’t have a gold card are substantial…
for those who wondered.. FLASH cards are only for those 59 and under who are disabled. If you are 60 or older, you get a GOLD card whether you are disabled or not.
http://www.seattle.gov/humanservices/seniorsdisabled/mosc/goldcard.htm
one example is that if you are over 60, you can pay $2 for a lifetime discount card at PCC markets. who knew?
another is reduced pet registration fees..
there is a list of discounts online… what i learned from the list is that i should always be asking if they have a discount for the disabled or for people over 60… every little bit helps.