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  • February 2026

  • Wed 4
    Keys Education Homeschool
    Featured February 4, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Homeschool Days at IC2R3 (Summerland Key) – ages 12 – 15

    Homeschool Days at IC2R3 (Summerland Key) – ages 12 – 15

    Mote’s Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration 24244 Overseas Highway, Summerland Key, FL, United States

    When: monthly from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Ages 12 – 15: Feb 4th, March 4th, April 15th, May 13th Fee: $30 per child per class (includes required parent/guardian chaperone) Note: 1 chaperone per …

  • Thu 5
    Keys Education Homeschool
    Featured February 5, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Homeschool Days at IC2R3 (Summerland Key) – ages 8 – 11

    Homeschool Days at IC2R3 (Summerland Key) – ages 8 – 11

    Mote’s Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration 24244 Overseas Highway, Summerland Key, FL, United States

    When: monthly from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Ages 8 – 11: Jan 8th, Feb 5th, March 5th, April 16th, May 14th Fee: $30 per child per class (includes required parent/guardian chaperone) Note: 1 …

  • Sat 7
    Mote Staff Member Shows Sea Star To Child And Grown Up
    Featured February 7, 2026 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Shark Pups & Grown Ups @ Mote SEA

    Shark Pups & Grown Ups

    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town Center Drive, 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 …

  • Thu 19
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    Featured February 19, 2026 @ 5:00 pm Mote-ivational Science Lectures in Venice, 2025-26

    Mote-ivational Science Lectures in Venice: Dr. Jake Lasala

    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. Dr. Jake Lasala is a Mote Staff Scientist …

    $15
  • Fri 20
    Homeschool Meetups Kayaking
    Featured February 20, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Keys Homeschool Meetups (Summerland Key)

    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 …

  • Sat 21
    Mote Staff Member Shows Sea Star To Child And Grown Up
    Featured February 21, 2026 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Shark Pups & Grown Ups @ Mote SEA

    Shark Pups & Grown Ups

    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town Center Drive, 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 …

  • March 2026

  • Wed 4
    Keys Education Homeschool
    Featured March 4, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Homeschool Days at IC2R3 (Summerland Key) – ages 12 – 15

    Homeschool Days at IC2R3 (Summerland Key) – ages 12 – 15

    Mote’s Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration 24244 Overseas Highway, Summerland Key, FL, United States

    When: monthly from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Ages 12 – 15: Feb 4th, March 4th, April 15th, May 13th Fee: $30 per child per class (includes required parent/guardian chaperone) Note: 1 chaperone per …

  • Thu 5
    Keys Education Homeschool
    Featured March 5, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Homeschool Days at IC2R3 (Summerland Key) – ages 8 – 11

    Homeschool Days at IC2R3 (Summerland Key) – ages 8 – 11

    Mote’s Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration 24244 Overseas Highway, Summerland Key, FL, United States

    When: monthly from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Ages 8 – 11: Jan 8th, Feb 5th, March 5th, April 16th, May 14th Fee: $30 per child per class (includes required parent/guardian chaperone) Note: 1 …

  • 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.
    Featured March 9, 2026 @ 5:00 pm Mote-ivational Science Lectures in Venice, 2025-26

    Mote-ivational Science Lectures in Venice: Gretchen Lovewell

    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
    Featured March 13, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Keys Homeschool Meetups (Summerland Key)

    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 …

  • Sun 15
    Guests gather under beautiful oak trees for a sustainably sourced meal at Mote's Farm to Fillet event.
    Featured March 15, 2026 @ 12:30 pm

    Farm to Fillet 2026

    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 …

  • Tue 17
    Featured March 17, 2026 @ 9:15 am Coffee with a Scientist 2026

    Coffee with a Scientist: Gretchen Lovewell

    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 …

    Free
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        • Mote SEA — new Aquarium
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