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SUMMARY:Homeschool Days at IC2R3 (Summerland Key) - ages 12 - 15
DESCRIPTION:When: monthly from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nAges 12 – 15: Feb 4th\, March 4th\, April 15th\, May 13th\nFee: $30 per child per class (includes required parent/guardian chaperone)\nNote: 1 chaperone per 2 students required (chaperones free)
URL:https://mote.org/event/homeschool-days-at-ic2r3-summerland-key-ages-12-15/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:Mote’s Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration\, 24244 Overseas Highway\, Summerland Key\, FL\, 33042\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,In the Keys
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SUMMARY:Mote-ivational Science Lectures: Dr. Dominique Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Mote’s popular lecture series offers the opportunity to listen to Mote scientists as they share their latest findings\, innovations and fieldwork — from coral reef research and marine animal health to red-tide breakthroughs\, sustainable fishers and so much more. \nDr. Dominique Gallery is a Seagrass Postdoctoral Research Fellow\, Seagrass Ecosystem Research & Restoration. \nExploration Hall at Mote Science Education Aquarium (Mote SEA).\nPLEASE NOTE: Lecture registration does not include admission to Mote Science Education Aquarium (Mote SEA).
URL:https://mote.org/event/mote-ivational-mondays-dr-dominique-gallery/
LOCATION:Mote Science Education Aquarium\, 225 University Town center Dr.\, Sarasota\, 34243\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Aquarium
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SUMMARY:Run for the Turtles 2026
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate 40 years of running for a cause!\nRun\, walk or crawl and help us raise funds for endangered and threatened sea turtles during this year’s annual Run for the Turtles! \nMote’s Run for the Turtles is a highly anticipated\, sanctioned 5K that brings together more than 1\,000 runners in support of Mote’s Sea Turtle Conservation & Research Program. This signature event marks the official kickoff of sea turtle nesting season (April 15–October 31) in Southwest Florida—when every step helps protect nesting turtles and their hatchlings. \nCan’t join us in person? You can still be part of the tradition! Register for our virtual race and run wherever you are while supporting sea turtles and celebrating 40 years of impact.
URL:https://mote.org/event/run-for-the-turtles-2026-2/
LOCATION:Siesta Key Beach\, 948 Beach Road\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34242\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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SUMMARY:Mote-ivational Science Lectures: Dr. Jennifer Toyoda
DESCRIPTION:Mote’s popular lecture series offers the opportunity to listen to Mote scientists as they share their latest findings\, innovations and fieldwork — from coral reef research and marine animal health to red-tide breakthroughs\, sustainable fishers and so much more. \nDr. Jennifer Toyoda is a Mote Postdoctoral Research Fellow\, Ecotoxicology Program \nExploration Hall at Mote Science Education Aquarium (Mote SEA).\nPLEASE NOTE: Lecture registration does not include admission to Mote Science Education Aquarium (Mote SEA).
URL:https://mote.org/event/mote-ivational-mondays-dr-jennifer-toyoda/
LOCATION:Mote Science Education Aquarium\, 225 University Town center Dr.\, Sarasota\, 34243\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mote SEA Drop-In Science
DESCRIPTION:Mote SEA Drop-In Science\nDrop in for hands-on\, dive-in\, science fun! Held on select dates throughout the year\, each session features a different quick activity or mini-exploration led by Mote educators that is perfect for curious kids and families who want to discover something new about our oceans in just a splash of time. Themes change daily\, so every visit brings a fresh wave of discovery! \nSessions last for approximately 30 minutes and begin at: 10:30 a.m.\, 1:30 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. \nCheck out the daily schedule when you arrive to add Drop in Science to your visit! Or click here to check pre-visit availability: \nCheck Pre-Registration
URL:https://mote.org/event/mote-sea-drop-in-science-3/2026-04-05/
LOCATION:Mote Science Education Aquarium\, 225 University Town center Dr.\, Sarasota\, 34243\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mote SEA Drop-In Science
DESCRIPTION:Mote SEA Drop-In Science\nDrop in for hands-on\, dive-in\, science fun! Held on select dates throughout the year\, each session features a different quick activity or mini-exploration led by Mote educators that is perfect for curious kids and families who want to discover something new about our oceans in just a splash of time. Themes change daily\, so every visit brings a fresh wave of discovery! \nSessions last for approximately 30 minutes and begin at: 10:30 a.m.\, 1:30 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. \nCheck out the daily schedule when you arrive to add Drop in Science to your visit! Or click here to check pre-visit availability: \nCheck Pre-Registration
URL:https://mote.org/event/mote-sea-drop-in-science-3/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:Mote Science Education Aquarium\, 225 University Town center Dr.\, Sarasota\, 34243\, United States
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SUMMARY:City Island Shark Pups & Grown Ups
DESCRIPTION:Shark Pups & Grownups is an early childhood STEM program for kids ages 2 through 5 and their favorite adult. Each class includes: movement\, sign language\, science tool exploration\, role play\, games and a take home craft! Each month features a new theme to engage your Shark Pup\, and each class is unique to allow families the opportunity to join us several times without repeating a class! Click on the REGISTER button below for more details and to sign up! \nWho: Preschool (2-5) aged kids and their favorite adult\nWhen: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.\, select Saturdays\nWhere: Mote SEA Teaching Labs\nFee: $22.50 for members\, $25 for non-members per child (and one parent/guardian)
URL:https://mote.org/event/city-island-shark-pups-grown-ups/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:Mote Marine Laboratory on City Island\, 1600 Ken Thompson PKWY\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Aquarium,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T180000
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SUMMARY:Guppies Getaway: Kids Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Dive into a night of underwater fun! Parents can enjoy an evening out while kids hang out in Mote SEA’s new Teaching Laboratories with hands-on activities\, ocean-themed games\, a pizza party and a splash of science. It’s the perfect drop-off adventure for young ocean lovers while their grown-ups get some well-deserved dinner or holiday shopping time! \n• Time: 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.\n• Cost: $40/child\n• Ages: 7 – 12\nGuppies’ Getaway takes place in our Teaching Laboratories and does not include admission to the Aquarium.
URL:https://mote.org/event/kids-night-out/2026-03-27/
LOCATION:Mote Science Education Aquarium\, 225 University Town center Dr.\, Sarasota\, 34243\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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