June 18: Father’s Day freebie at Mote

Written by: Mary Alice Blackstock This Father’s Day treat your dad to a FIN-tastic day at Mote Aquarium! Come visit all the animals, learn about the importance of our oceans and make memories that will last a lifetime. All dads get free admission to Mote Aquarium with the purchase of their accompanied...

July 7-9: Lionfish Derby off Sarasota

Join Mote Marine Laboratory for the fourth annual Sarasota Lionfish Derby, which invites scuba divers to compete for more than $3,500 in cash prizes by netting or spearing lionfish in an effort to control the spread of this invasive species. The derby will take place from July 7-9 with its home base...

June 26 – July 1: Shark Days at Mote

Join Mote Marine Laboratory for the third annual Shark Days at Mote: Real Sharks, Real Science. From June 26-July 1, 2017, Mote will dive into the research on these incredible animals during a week of events, activities and jaw-some fun for the whole family. Details and registration: www.mote.org/sharkdays This...

June 3: Celebrate World Oceans Day at Mote

A worldwide ocean celebration is on the horizon — join the fun during the World Oceans Day Family Festival from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 3, at Mote Aquarium.  The family festival is free with regular paid admission to Mote Aquarium and is free for Mote Members. World Oceans Day is an...

Marvel comic book features Mote scientist

Dr. Tracy Fanara of Mote Marine Laboratory is featured in the newest issue of the Marvel comic “The Unstoppable Wasp,” written by Jeremy Whitley and illustrated by Elsa Charretier. "The Unstoppable Wasp" chronicles the adventures super genius and incredible scientist Nadia, daughter of the original...