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  • Sat 7
    Mote Staff Member Shows Sea Star To Child And Grown Up

    City Island Shark Pups & Grown Ups

    Featured March 7 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am Shark Pups & Grown Ups
    Mote Marine Laboratory on City Island 1600 Ken Thompson PKWY, Sarasota, FL, United States

    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 …

    $30
  • Sun 8
    Wentzscope

    Mote SEA Drop-In Science

    Featured March 8 @ 10:30 am - 5:00 pm Mote SEA Drop-In Science
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Mote SEA Drop-In Science Drop 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 …

    $10
  • Mon 9
    Mote Stranding Investigations Program Manager demonstrates the uses of an alternate light source imagery kit, a tool Mote uses to investigate markings on deceased marine animals to better understand what happened to them. In this case, she shines a purple light and views results through yellow-orange goggles to increase contrast and visibility.

    Mote-ivational Science Lectures in Venice: Gretchen Lovewell

    Featured March 9 @ 5:00 pm Mote-ivational Science Lectures in Venice, 2025-26
    Venice Community Center 326 Nokomis Avenue South, Venice, FL, United States

    Join us as Mote brings its popular lecture series to Venice, Florida. Hear Mote scientists share their latest findings, innovations and fieldwork. Gretchen Lovewell is a Mote Staff Scientist & …

    $15
  • Fri 13
    Homeschool Meetups Kayaking

    Keys Homeschool Meetups (Summerland Key)

    Featured March 13 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Keys Homeschool Meetups (Summerland Key)
    Mote’s Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration 24244 Overseas Highway, Summerland Key, FL, United States

    Can’t get enough of Mote Keys homeschool programs? Then join us for our Homeschool Meetups! In this program, students can meet up with other homeschool families and a Mote educator for beach clean ups and mangrove kayaking trips from the laboratory. When: monthly from 9 – 11:00 a.m. (dates vary) Ages: 8-15 Fee: $20 per child (includes …

  • Sat 14
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    Guppies Getaway: Kids Night Out

    Featured March 14 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    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 …

  • Sun 15
    Wentzscope

    Mote SEA Drop-In Science

    Featured March 15 @ 10:30 am - 5:00 pm Mote SEA Drop-In Science
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Mote SEA Drop-In Science Drop 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 …

    $10
  • Sun 15
    Guests gather under beautiful oak trees for a sustainably sourced meal at Mote's Farm to Fillet event.

    Farm to Fillet 2026

    Featured March 15 @ 12:30 pm
    Mote Aquaculture Research Park 12300 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL, United States

    Gather under shady oaks for a delicious and inspiring experience at Mote Aquaculture Research Park. Enjoy a delicious lunch and exclusive, behind-the-scenes tours of Mote’s rapidly growing research park. Hear directly from Mote scientists about their work to advance sustainable aquaculture technology to feed the world, to restock depleted fish populations, to mitigate red tide, …

  • Mon 16
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    Spring Break Day Camps @ Mote SEA

    Featured March 16 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Spring Break Day Camps @ Mote SEA
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Shark Squad Week Calling all ocean adventurers! From mysterious deep-sea sharks to coastal favorites, this camp is your chance to explore the coolest predators of the sea. Learn, play, and discover why sharks are jaw-esome—and important! Sign up for one, two, or all days this Spring Break at Mote SEA. Campers will engage in STEM …

  • Mon 16
    Wentzscope

    Mote SEA Drop-In Science

    Featured March 16 @ 10:30 am - 5:00 pm Mote SEA Drop-In Science
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Mote SEA Drop-In Science Drop 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 …

    $10
  • Tue 17
    Student and Instructor in Mote Adventure Camp participating in a class activity

    Spring Break Day Camps @ Mote SEA

    Featured March 17 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Spring Break Day Camps @ Mote SEA
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Shark Squad Week Calling all ocean adventurers! From mysterious deep-sea sharks to coastal favorites, this camp is your chance to explore the coolest predators of the sea. Learn, play, and discover why sharks are jaw-esome—and important! Sign up for one, two, or all days this Spring Break at Mote SEA. Campers will engage in STEM …

  • Tue 17

    Coffee with a Scientist: Gretchen Lovewell

    Featured March 17 @ 9:15 am Coffee with a Scientist 2026
    Boca Grande Community Center 131 First Street West, Boca Grande, FL, United States

    Join us for a special morning lecture series featuring engaging, in-person conversations with Mote scientists. Gretchen Lovewell is a Mote Staff Scientist & Program Manager, Stranding Investigations Program Coffee and light fare: 9:15 a.m. Lecture: 10 a.m

    Free
  • Tue 17
    Wentzscope

    Mote SEA Drop-In Science

    Featured March 17 @ 10:30 am - 5:00 pm Mote SEA Drop-In Science
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Mote SEA Drop-In Science Drop 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 …

    $10
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