United States Events 2013

Craig. 8 Jun 2013 , All Day
Organization: The Craig Public Library

Join us at The Craig Public Library for a variety of events for WORLD OCEANS DAY on June 8th! We'll have the final judging of our Photography Contest and Poetry & Writing Contest! In addition, we'll head down to the beach for a beach walk and visit the Beach Debris Exhibit at the Old Ward Cove Cannery. We'll have games and crafts and a Paint Off! for the kids. Lots of fun for the whole family! Some surprises, too. Don't forget our special Toddler-Preschool storytime video conference with The Alaska SeaLife Center on Friday the 7th at 10am -- Who Lives Where? Alaska's Marine Animals. Keep checking the library website: http://www.craigpubliclibrary.org for more information!

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Phoenix. 8 Jun 2013 , 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Organization: Phoenix Zoo

Celebrate World Oceans Day and cool off at the Phoenix Zoo! In addition to fun ocean activities you'll also have the opportunity to meet a variety of animals up-close, take an evening stroll through the Zoo, visit Stingray Bay and much more. Check our website for full event details.

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Oceanside. 11 May 2013 , 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Organization: Rubio's Restaurants, Inc.

Admission is FREE! Activities include: -Beach Cleanup -Setting Guinness Book of World Records for largest group of people wearing flip flops -Free Food -Free Surf Lessons -Local vendors, including “trash art” with live artists demonstrations -Face Painting -Beach Games, including extreme bocce ball -Live Music & FM94/9

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Point Reyes Station, . 6 Jun 2013 , 6:00 am - 8:00 am
Organization: Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuary

The Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuary is holding a photography exhibit reception and World Ocean Day mini ocean film fest! Join us for light appetizers and drinks as we immerse ourselves in the underwater world of Cordell Bank, an underwater oasis and National Marine Sanctuary off the shores of Point Reyes. See the diversity and color of ocean life that use this special place in the temporary photography exhibit in the library and enjoy a mini ocean film festival. Take an ocean pledge and thank the ocean personally for all it provides with a fun photo opportunity! This event is sponsored by the Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuary and Cordell Marine Sanctuary Foundation.

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Pacifica. 7 Jun 2013 , 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Organization: Pacifica's Environmental Family

The award-winning documentary, Chasing Ice, chronicles the story of photographer James Balog’s mission to gather evidence of our changing planet. With a team of young adventurers, Balog deployed time-lapse cameras across the Arctic to capture the world’s glaciers as they melted over the course of several years. The result is a haunting visual record that compresses years into seconds and documents ancient mountains of ice disappearing. A sliding scale donation of $10 to $20 will be requested at the door. All net proceeds will support Pacifica's Environmental Family, a 501 (c) (3) non-profit that provides fiscal sponsorship services to the Pacifica Beach Coalition, Pacifica Gardens, Vallemar Conservators and the Pacifica Shorebird Alliance. Click on the event title for more details.

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Monterey. 8 Jun 2013 until 9 Jun 2013, All Day
Organization: Monterey Bay Aquarium

Join us in celebrating the amazing ecosystem that covers 70% of our planet. You'll learn about the treasures of the ocean, the threats it faces and what we can do to keep it healthy.

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Redondo. 8 Jun 2013 , 12:00 am - 3:00 pm
Organization: Clark Magnet High School

Students at Clark Magnet High School will work with a community partner, the Los Angeles Waterkeepers to survey and document marine debris off the southern California coastline. Students will operate the school owned VideoRay Pro IV Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) equipped with a GPS-enabled Smart Tether to record coordinates and video of underwater debris.

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san jose. 8 Jun 2013 , All Day
Organization: Happy Hollow Park & Zoo

A World Oceans Day celebration!

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La Jolla. 8 Jun 2013 , 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Organization: San Diego Coastkeeper

Join San Diego Coastkeeper for a beach cleanup in honor of World Oceans Day! Located along an Area of Special Biological Significance (ASBS), keeping La Jolla's coastline and unique underwater habitat is everyones responsibility. Come do your part and help us protect a vital part of San Diego's coastal treasures! Meet at Kellogg Park at 9am. All supplies will be provided, although we encourage volunteers to help cut back on waste production and bring their own reusable gloves and buckets. Contact volunteer@sdcoastkeeper.org or 619-758-7743 x131 with questions.

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Oakland . 8 Jun 2013 , 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Organization: Save the Bay & West Marine

Free: Please join Save the Bay and West Marine for World Oceans Day! Come help remove trash and weeds that foul the water and harm wildlife. By removing invasive species you are providing a nursery for our native fish. Barbeque following the clean-up provided by West Marine. Click here to register

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Manhattan Beach. 8 Jun 2013 , 9:30 am - 7:30 pm
Organization: Roundhouse Aquarium

Join us for our 1st Annual Roundhouse Aquarium Fun Run for the Oceans! 5K family beach run/walk to benefit the Roundhouse Aquarium Saturday, June 8, 2013 9:30am at the Manhattan Beach Pier Celebrate World Oceans Day at the 1st Annual Roundhouse World Oceans Day Fundraiser. Help us continue our ocean education programs by participating in the fundraiser. Stop by the Roundhouse after to learn more about our oceans. There will be World Ocean Day activities going on all day at the Roundhouse Aquarium. Activities include games, crafts, and prizes. Visit our website for more information and to register: http://www.roundhouseaquarium.org/funrun.html Cost: $35/person Includes: T-shirts, water, refreshments, & electronic timing Great prizes for 1st-3rd place in each division. Raffle held after race with more prizes! Current Event Sponsors: Chevron Monster Energy Feel free to call or email with any questions! Hope to see you there, Roundhouse Marine Studies Lab & Aquarium Manhattan Beach Pier T: (310)379-8117 F: (310)937-9366 roundhouse.aquarium@gmail.com www.roundhouseaquarium.org

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Santa Barbara. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Organization: The Ocean Festival

CINMS is supporting the all new Santa Barbara Ocean Festival in cooperation with the Ty Warner Sea Center, Santa Barbara Channel Keeper, and RSVP Events to establish a new ocean focused community event to highlight World Oceans Day and promote recreation activities focused on the local coast, ocean, and Channel Islands. Join us for a day at the beach to celebrate the great diversity of our Ocean and discover more about how you can protect the waters and marine treasures within it. We will have marine education booths, live music, family fun, an arts and crafts show, bounce houses, fresh food, sand bar, and more.

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San Pedro. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Organization: Cabrillo Marine Aquarium

Celebrate the ocean and share how important it is in our lives. Family-oriented activities include arts and crafts, scavenger hunts, animal stories, a guided beach walk, a close-up look at baby animals and more. This year we'll be announcing the winners of our Youth on Board video contest. Youth on Board is a joint project with CMA partners at Nausicaa Aquarium in Boulogne-sur-Mer, France and Waikiki Aquarium in Honolulu, Hawaii. Fee: FREE Contact Margo Kennedy at margo.kennedy@lacity.org

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Santa Barbara. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Organization: Salisbury Zoo

Join in the planet’s biggest celebration of the ocean with activities at the Zoo for both kids and adults. Information about how to shop for sustainable seafood will also be available. More details to be announced. Cost: free with Zoo admission. Contact Desiree Rogers at drogers@sbzoo.org

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Santa Cruz. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Organization: Seymour Marine Discovery Center

Celebrate World Oceans Day with us and connect with your ocean. Festivities for the day include ocean-themed games, crafts, and a community marine mural that you can help construct. Learn about new and exciting work with elephant seals, albatross, and animals in Antarctica. Long Marine Lab graduate students will be bring the newest science right to you with interactive presentations about their own research from all over the world. As part of our international spirit, we will offer information and tours in Spanish beginning on World Oceans Day, Saturday, June 8, continuing on weekend days throughout the summer. Connect with marine life by joining the fun, visiting our shark touch-pool, or just enjoy the view. Come celebrate being part of one world ocean with the Seymour Marine Discovery Center!

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Santa Barbara. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Organization: Ty Warner Sea Center

World Oceans Day Festival Ty Warner Sea Center Saturday, June 8 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Create a splash and celebrate World Oceans Day…Dr. Seuss style! “One fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish”…get to know funny fish “from here to there.” Meet experts who protect and explore our oceans. Check out marine animals as they eat a special treat. Make a wish for a fish and enjoy Dr. Seuss-styled activities. “If you never did, you should. These things are fun and fun is good.” Free with paid Sea Center admission. For more information, contact jhunt@sbnature2.org

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Santa Cruz. 8 Jun 2013 , 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Organization: Beneath The Waves Film Festival - Santa Cruz

Please Join Us for a Special One-Day Screening of the Beneath the Waves Film Festival on World Oceans Day. The BTW Film Festival includes student, amateur and professionally made short films on Ocean ecology, conservation and marine science. We will have three different 2-hour sessions, each with about 60-70 minutes of films and 10 to 20 minutes of lecture provided by local marine scientists. Films will be shown in the Sanctuary Exploration Center’s state-of-the-art theater. We will also use their classroom and outdoor patio areas for educational exhibits and fun hands-on activities, and allow guests free access to the Exploration Center exhibits and facilities (of course the Exploration Center is always admission free). We are hoping that this turns out to be a fabulous one-day event that we hope can turn into an annual event. Find out more at: https://www.facebook.com/BeneathTheWavesFilmFestivalSantaCruzCa

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San Francisco. 8 Jun 2013 until 9 Jun 2013, 11:00 am - 5:30 pm
Organization: Aquarium of the Bay

A World Oceans Day celebration at Aquarium of the Bay!

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Carlsbad. 8 Jun 2013 , 11:00 am
Organization: SEA LIFE Carlsbad

SEA LIFE® Aquarium at LEGOLAND® California Resort hosts a party with a purpose as it celebrates World Oceans Day on Saturday, June 8. The goal of the World Oceans Day Party at SEA LIFE is to raise awareness of conserving and protecting our oceans in a fun and playful way.The World Oceans Day Party takes place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and promises interactive fun for the entire family. Activities are included in the price of Aquarium admission. Kids 3 to 12 $15; Adults $20. Parking $5. Visit www.sealifeus.com or call (760) 918-5346.

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Redwood City. 8 Jun 2013 , 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Organization: Marine Science Institute

Join us as we take to the seas to explore all the funny, strange and wonderful things that swim, flip, and fly beneath the surface of the San Francisco Bay. For World Oceans Day we offer two voyages on to San Francisco Bay aboard our 90' Research Vessel the Robert G. Brownlee. We will be departing from our very own dock in Redwood City to explore the waters and wildlife around our local waters. This is always a spectacular trip and golden opportunity to discovery the unique wildlife we only see when fishing in this region.
Must be at least 5 years old to attend, and ALL children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. Closed-toe shoes required. This event is $30 per adult members, $40 non-members; $15 child members (ages 5-12), $20 non-members. Advanced registration required.

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Santa Monica. 9 Jun 2013 , 12:00 am
Organization: Reef Check Foundation

Celebrate our oceans with Reef Check on Sunday, June 9, 2013, in a fundraiser to raise awareness about our seas. Reef Check will be hosting a Sunday afternoon cocktail party with live jazz, raffle tickets and incredible ocean view in a private suite on the rooftop of the Shangrila Hotel in Santa Monica. Celebration kicks off at 4 p.m. and will go to 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person and includes one drink and one raffle ticket. Tickets can be purchased at www.reefcheck.org.

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San Francisco. 6 Aug 2013 , 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Organization: Sea Stewards

Celebrate Sharks and the San Francisco Bay with Sea Stewards. Live music, libations, beach clean up and advocate for sharks. Family activities and fin fun to learn more and help us protect sharks in the Bay and beyond.

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Denver. 20 Apr 2013 , 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Organization: Downtown Aquarium Denver

A World Oceans Day celebration!

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Denver. 3 Jun 2013 until 8 Jun 2013, 12:00 am
Organization: Go Green for Blue

Go Green for Blue: 5,000 Gallons for the Fish James Cameron recently challenged all Ocean Stewards to give up meat and seafood and replace it with a plant based diet, because it's far and away the most effective way of ending the damage we are inflicting on our oceans and ultimately on us. Since it takes about 25 gallons per meal when you eat a healthy, plant-based, Ocean Friendly meal, and over 1,000 gallons when you eat meat or seafood, we are asking people to give our Oceans a break by only eating a plant-based meal this week. That means EACH PERSON will save 5,000 GALLONS of water from being polluted in ONE WEEK. (Actually, that's 5 days - not even a full week!)

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Colorado Springs. 4 Jun 2013 until 8 Jun 2013, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Organization: Space Foundation

Come explore with us the water worlds of our known universe. Using Science On a Sphere®, underwater ROV's and hands-on activities we will investigate Earth's oceans from its deepest, darkest depths to its colorful reefs teeming with life. We will probe the planets and moons of our own solar system and the exoplanets beyond that harbor oceans and the possibility of life.

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Denver. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Organization: Downtown Aquarium Denver

Celebrate World Oceans Day at the Downtown Aquarium Denver!

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Mystic. 8 Jun 2013 until 9 Jun 2013, All Day
Organization: Mystic Aquarium

Salute our ocean planet and learn simple ways to help protect the ocean environment during our annual World Oceans Day party. Bring your whole family and share fun, informative, hands-on activities with aquarium staff, and learn about the vital role the world’s oceans have in sustaining our planet. Activities are included with aquarium admission. Then join us for our World Oceans Day Beach Cleanup on June 9 at Bluff Point State Park, Groton, CT.

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Bridgeport. 8 Jun 2013 , 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Organization: Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

Come learn about the world’s oceans at Connecticut’s only zoo.

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Washington DC. 8 Jun 2013 , All Day
Organization: National Aquarium

There’s no better place to celebrate World Oceans Day than at the National Aquarium! Meet our very special finned friend who swam all the way to DC to celebrate World Oceans Day with us! Learn all about our oceans during special story times at 12, 1, and 3 pm, and have your photo taken with Coral, the mermaid. Participate in ocean-related arts and crafts, win prizes, and learn from National Aquarium experts about the oceans' inhabitants!

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Wilmington. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 3:45 pm
Organization: Brandywine Zoo

All Ages Enjoy a day celebrating our world's oceans! Learn why they are important to us, some cool facts about them, and discover some unique creatures that live there! The day will include ocean related activities, craft, and learning stations. Zoo Members: Free | Non-Members: Free with paid admission to the zoo. Contact Melody Hendricks at melody.hendricks@state.de.us for more info

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St. Augustine. 7 Jun 2013 until 9 Jun 2013, All Day
Organization: Marineland Dolphin Adventure

Weekend celebration of the oceans and the need to conserve marine life — plus a film festival will highlight Marineland’s impressive history as a leader in underwater cinematography. Friday at 7 p.m., marine artist Guy Harvey and film producer George Schellenger introduce their new film Tiger Shark Express at the Flagler Auditorium in Palm Coast. Saturday at 11 a.m., PBS host of Jonathan’s Big Blue World, Jonathan Bird, will meet and great visitors at Marineland’s Whitney Auditorium before showing the premiere episode from the TV series. At 2 p.m., the film “Turtles: the Incredible Journey” will be shown. At 5 p.m., there’s a double feature featuring two films shot at Marineland — Revenge of the Creature (1955), the film debut of a young actor named Clint Eastwood; and ZAAT, a 1971 film about a mad scientist who transforms himself into an aquatic killer.   Friday and Saturday Film Festival Pricing: $13.95 adults, $9.95 child per day; Two day combo price: $25.95 adult, $17.95 child. Includes general admission, film screenings and coupon for 20% off an in-water dolphin encounter, blackout dates apply. Tickets will be available online and at the gate. Marineland Dolphin Adventure is located at 9600 Oceanshore.

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Naples. 7 Jun 2013 , 12:00 am
Organization: Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

Rookery Bay will be closed on Saturday, June 8, but will celebrate World Ocean Day on Friday, June 7th with the kickoff of our signature summer event: Kids FREE Friday!  It takes place from 10am-2pm at the Environmental Learning Center and includes the following: story time, touch tank, nature films in our 140-seat theater, plus naturalist-led presentations on animals of the estuary, crafts, activities, and face painting!  Each week has a different theme, all tied around animals of the estuary (manatees, sea turtles, sharks, etc.)   And, as the name suggests, admission is discounted:  kids 12-under are free with a paying adult ($5 for 13+).  We run this program the entire month of June and July (8 weeks total) and average about 200 people each week!  This will be our 8^th year of KFF. Contact Sarah Kalkowski at sarah.falkowski (at) dep.state.fl.us

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Neptune Beach. 8 Jun 2013 , 12:00 am - 11:00 am
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Come join us and help clean up the local shoreline. Sign up is free. Trash bags and grabber tools will be provided free of charge and a complimentary breakfast buffet will follow clean up. Simply show up at meeting point and register your group, recieve bags and tools, head out to the coastline and fill up your collection bags. Upon completion of clean up, bags and tools will be collected and participants will receive a voucher for free breakfast buffet at designated restuarant. So come help us clean the beach and enjoy free breakfast!!

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Tampa. 8 Jun 2013 , 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Organization: MOSI (Museum of Science and Industry)

June 8 is World Oceans Day! This is an opportunity to celebrate our world ocean and our personal connection to the sea. The world of Dr. Seuss will be at MOSI to help us celebrate this great day One Fish, Two Fish style! Guests can explore our world premiere exhibition, Sea Monsters Revealed and learn about the abundance of life that resides in our ocean. Guests can also take the Seas the Day - 7C's pledge and commit to make a real difference in protecting the ocean and its incredible inhabitants. This event is included with MOSI admission and is free to MOSI members.

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Gainesville. 8 Jun 2013 until 9 Jun 2013, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Organization: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo

A celebration of the ocean at Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo!

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Tampa. 8 Jun 2013 until 9 Jun 2013, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Organization: Florida Aquarium

The Florida Aquarium will be celebrating the ocean and everything it touches on World Oceans Day Weekend. We’ll explore different habitats and learn why they’re important to us and the Ocean through special activities and programs. Participants will discover what The Florida Aquarium is doing to help protect the Ocean and the life in it, as well as easy ways that they can help. Saturday June 8 - Sunday 9, 10 AM - 3 PM. Contact Jennifer Biggs at jbiggs (at) flaquarium.org for more info

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Fort Pierce. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Organization: Smithsonian Marine Ecosystems Exhibit

Everyone is invited to join in on the global celebration of World Oceans Day with the Smithsonian Marine Ecosystems Exhibit on Saturday June 8 from 10:00am to 3:00pm! Whether you have seawater in your blood or are a proud landlubber, EVERYONE is connected to the ocean. We play in it, eat food from it, work on it, breathe because of it – what better reasons can you think of to celebrate the world’s ocean? Come to the Smithsonian Marine Ecosystems Exhibit, located in the St. Lucie County Aquarium, on June 8th from 10:00am – 3:00pm and enjoy learning stations, crafts, face painting, seining demonstrations in the Indian River Lagoon, and other activities all centered around the Earth’s indispensable marine resources. The first 100 children twelve years old and under will receive a free gift bag filled with educational materials. Click on event title for full description!

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Tampa. 8 Jun 2013 until 9 Jun 2013, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Organization: The Florida Aquarium

The world's oceans cover about 70% of the Earth's surface and are facing threats including pollution, habitat damage, overfishing, coral reef bleaching, and species loss. The Florida Aquarium plays a critical role in research, education, advocacy, and action to address these threats. We invite you to come and celebrate the ocean and everything it touches on Word Ocean Day weekend (June 8 - 9)! Explore different habitats and learn why they’re important to us and the ocean through special activities and programs. Find out what The Florida Aquarium is doing to help protect the Ocean and the life in it, as well as easy ways that you can help too. Enjoy ocean themed crafts and activities throughout the Aquarium and special presentations each day.

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Juno Beach. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Organization: Loggerhead Marinelife Center

Please join us from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the center to celebrate with family-fun activities, arts & crafts, story time, educational displays, and much more. Take part in World Oceans Day events and activities this year and help protect our ocean for future generations!

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Fort Pierce. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Organization: Aquriumreefcoral

Aquarium Reef Corals/OceanBlueProject, will be hosting a event at our Inlet State Park at Fort Pierce. We would like to add awareness of the dangers of plastic.

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Miami. 8 Jun 2013 , 12:00 pm
Organization: Zoo Miami/Zoological Society of Florida

Celebrate the ocean with Zoo Miami on June 8th for World Oceans Day! Learn about the world's oceans; about the animals that live there and the threats to the oceans and its animals. Since Florida is a peninsula, the actions of residents and tourists alike heavily affect the ocean. Learn what you can do to help conserve the ocean by participating in our family-friendly games, crafts and other activities! Members: Free | Non-members: Free with the price of admission. Event located near the Oasis Grill water play area.

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Atlanta. 8 Jun 2013 , 11:00 am
Organization: Georgia Aquarium

To Celebrate World Oceans Day, we will be having a scavenger hunt with prizes to lead guests through the various "oceans" represented in each of our galleries. In addition, Buddy the Dinosaur from PBS's popular show Dinosaur Train will make an appearance.

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Makena. 5 Mar 2013 , All Day
Organization: Kahulapiko Cultural Foundation

Bang your drum. From the sacred Hawaiian heiau/temple of the whales.. at the cradle of birth for Humpback whales on Maui and around the islands.. share the message of the drum.. respect the sea and the animals of the ocean. For as we care for nature so will nature give back and care for us all. Stop whaling, Stop Shark finning, Stop the overfishing of the ocean by factory ships, bottom trawling and non sustainable practices. Companies who gut the ocean will have the curse of the seas be put upon them.. so is the message of the drum.

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Kahuku. 1 Jun 2013 , 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Organization: North Shore Ocean Education Coalition

Join us for the 2nd annual North Shore Ocean Fest at Turtle Bay! This year’s theme is: “Malama i Ke Kai” – Protect the Ocean When: Saturday, June 1st, 2013 Hours: 12:00 – 6:00 PM Where: Turtle Bay Resort This event is FREE and open to the public! Click on event title for full details.

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Makena. 8 Jun 2013 , All Day
Organization: Kahulapiko Cultural Foundation

All beaches anywhere on the island.. respect and chants, hula dance... all day celebrations on the beaches with picnics, surfing, canoe, drumming and hula dancing at sunset hosted by Kahuna and the big drum on Little Beach on Maui.

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Eleele. 6 Aug 2013 , 12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organization: Lucid Hawaii, Inc.

Lucid Publishing is offering FREE Downloads of their educational children's books by Award-winning author, Monika Mira on World Ocean's Day (june 8 2013). These books teach children about the ocean and the importance of conservation. Simply go to Amazon's Kindle Store and type in the name of the book that you would like to download. The books that will be available are: Fun Fish Facts for Kids, Coral Reefs (Science and Nature for Young Readers) and Hawaii's Green Sea Turtles. Here is a direct link to Coral Reefs http://amzn.com/B00BIUA0RO. You may also visit our website: www.lucid-hawaii.com where you can sign up to receive FREE coloring sheets that include tips for coral reef conservation.

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Idaho Falls. 8 Jun 2013 , 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organization: Tautphaus Park Zoo

We may not live next to the ocean, but our everyday lives affect it. Come to the zoo and learn more about our oceans and the zoo's cute ocean dwellers, the African black-footed penguins as well as fun crafts and games!

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Emporia. 7 Jun 2013 , 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Organization: David Traylor Zoo

A World Oceans Day celebration at the zoo.

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Topeka. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Organization: Topeka Zoological Park

A World Oceans Day event at Topeka Zoo!

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New Orleans. 7 Jun 2013 , 12:00 am
Organization: Audubon Institute

We are holding our annual Oceanfest event. We’ll have extra educational activities on the floor of the aquarium throughout the day to promote World Ocean Day and ocean conservation, with the focus on hands-on fun! We’ve done a variety of activities in the past to teach our guests about the value of the ocean, and how they can help protect the ocean. Previous activities have included topics such as oil spills, marine debris, ocean resources, endangered species and LA coastal land loss. We incorporate games, live animal presentations, artifact displays, and arts and crafts into our activities to help get our messages across. Contact Tricia LeBlanc for more information

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Alexandria. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am
Organization: Alexandria Zoo

come and enjoy a splashing good time and learn about the power of 1 in conserving our natural resources of the ocean biome. Check website and facebook for any changes (due to weather). www.thealexandriazoo.com 318-441-6810

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Boston. 2 Jun 2013 , All Day
Organization: New England Aquarium

Will celebrate WOD on Sunday June 2^nd.  Pretty early in the process of planning at the moment, but over the past couple of years we have invited a dozen or more institutions to share information and to facilitate activities at tables in our large three-season tent.   Activities in the tent are free and open to the public.  We have had a chef presenting demonstrations about cooking with sustainable seafood, demonstrations of how seaweeds change color in hot water and why, student groups sharing their pledges to eat vegetarian at least once each week with explanations about how that choice relates to ocean ecosystem health, demonstrations of small submersibles that visitors can control, etc.  It’s a fun event that draws hundreds of people. Contact John Anderson at janderson@neaq.org for more info

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Plymouth. 9 Jun 2013 , 12:00 pm
Organization: Cape Cod Bay Watch

The Save Our Bay Flotilla is an on-the-water rally to celebrate World Oceans Day and shine a light on the environmental impacts caused by Entergy’s Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station on Cape Cod Bay. Help us raise awareness of the issues and the need for Entergy to clean up its act! Rally from 12-1PM, then a picnic at Steven's Field in Plymouth, MA to follow (2-4PM). Visit www.capecodbaywatch.org/flotilla for more information.

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Plymouth. 6 Sep 2013 , 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Organization: New England Coastal Wildlife Alliance

Join us for a full day of marine wildlife viewing out of Plymouth, MA. Sail aboard the Tails of the Sea, a luxury 110' whale-watching vessel operated by Captain John Boats out of Plymouth Harbor. Leave from the Town Wharf, Plymouth Harbor, at 8:00 a.m. and return to port by 4:00 p.m. Guest naturalists will provide commentary on the seabirds, seals, whales, basking sharks and other marine wildlife that are sighted during the trip. We will also tow for plankton and observe our sample using onboard microscopes. And we will chum for seabirds while offshore. On the way home, sit back and enjoy our free onboard raffle with a nature theme. Lots of winners! These trips support the New England Coastal Wildlife Alliance, a nonprofit environmental organization based in southeastern MA. To register, to the the NECWA website at www.necwa.org and click on "Seabird & Whale Tales" event.

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Baltimore. 8 Jun 2013 , All Day
Organization: National Aquarium

The National Aquarium will be celebrating World Ocean Day. We will have visitor activities throughout the building, and out of doors (weather permitting). Animal demonstrations, dive feedings, and Dolphin Discovery will all be happening. It should be an exciting day for our guests. Contact Joe Harber for more info

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South Portland. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organization: Surfrider Fundation - Maine Chapter

In celebration of World Ocean's Day, we invite you to Join Surfrider Foundation - Maine Chapter in helping to keep our beaches and oceans clean. Meet at the Willard Beach entrance at 10am. Bring work gloves, a mug for coffee, and a bucket (this helps to limit use of trash bags).

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Saginaw. 8 Jun 2013 , All Day
Organization: Children's Zoo at Celebration Square

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) is joining forces with Dr. Seuss Enterprises, Random House Children’s Books, and The Ocean Project to create a big splash for World Oceans Day.

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Springfield. 8 Jun 2013 , 9:00 am
Organization: Dickerson Park Zoo

Kids will enjoy activities and learning about the important role of oceans for a healthy planet. Date: Saturday, June 8 Admission: $9 adults and teens, $6 children ages 3-12

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Kansas City. 9 Jun 2013 , 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Organization: Kansas City Zoo

We will have 5-6 activity stations for kids. Activities include games, craft and other educational activities to promote water and ocean conservaton. Stations will be set up in the Zoo's main lobby from 9:30 to 3:00 pm

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Wilmington. 8 Jun 2013 until 17 Jun 2013, All Day
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In partnership Ocean Recovery Alliance and YOLOboard, we plan to leave the border of South Carolina on June 8, World Oceans Day, and paddle on standup paddleboards roughly 40 miles per day up the North Carolina Intercoastal Waterway to the border of Virginia, inviting partners along the way to join in promoting ocean sustainability and reducing their plastic footprint.

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Pine Knoll Shores. 8 Jun 2013 , 12:00 am
Organization: North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

The North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores will be participating in the 2013 World Oceans Day on June 8^th.  We are trying very hard to incorporate the Ocean Literacy principles into many of our programs. Click on the event title for full details.

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Kure Beach. 8 Jun 2013 , 12:00 am
Organization: North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island

On World Ocean Day, we will be featuring an inspiring film by Green Fire Productions. Ocean Frontiers takes us on an inspiring voyage to seaports and watersheds across the country—from the busy shipping lanes of Boston Harbor to a small fishing community in the Pacific Northwest; from America’s coral reefs in the Florida Keys to the nation’s premier seafood nursery in the Mississippi Delta. Here we meet an intermingling of unlikely allies, of industrial shippers and whale biologists, pig farmers and wetland ecologists, sport and commercial fishermen, reef snorkelers and many more, all of them embarking on a new course of cooperation, to sustain the sea and our ocean economies. This film will be featured at 10:00 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. in Neptune’s Theater, free with purchase of Aquarium admission ticket. Contact Patricia Raves at patricia.raves (at) ncaquariums.org

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Kure Beach. 8 Jun 2013 , All Day
Organization: North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher

Join us as we celebrate our ocean! Learn about all the ocean and the animals that call it home through feedings, interactive programs, activities, crafts and a dive show. If you are interested in even more, sign up for one of our behind-the-scenes tours. Don't miss this exciting event!

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Charlotte. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Organization: Discovery Place

Marine Mammal Day: Museum Event for Guests Saturday, June 8, 2013 10:00am – 6:00 pm Lots of activities planned! Click on event name to view the whole schedule.

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Greensboro. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organization: Greensboro Science Center

Help us SEA-lebrate the oceans with games and crafts and learn about some of the animals making their way to Greensboro. The Carolina SciQuarium opens at the Science Center later in the summer, so end the school year in a splash and learn more about the fresh, brackish and ocean waters of its exhibits. This event is free with admission or membership.

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Asheboro. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Organization: North Carolina Zoo

During World Oceans Day at the North Carolina Zoo, guests will discover amazing animals adapted to life in and above the waters of the frigid Arctic. Exciting information about polar bears, seals, and sea birds will be shared with guests through keeper conversations, crafts, hands-on animal artifacts, and other activities! Guests will also discover actions all of us can do to keep the Arctic cold for these animals.

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Omaha. 8 Jun 2013 , 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Organization: Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

We are celebrating World Oceans Day, and here is the event as it will play out through the day. Multiple education stations will be throughout the Zoo located at the Suzanne and Walter Scott Aquarium Education and Conference Center, Owen Sea Lion Pavilion and Durham’s Bear Canyon from 9 – 1 p.m.

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Rye. 8 Jun 2013 , 12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organization: NERACOOS

Rye, NH – On Saturday, June 8, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., the Seacoast Science Center (SSC) and the Northeastern Regional Association of Coastal Ocean Observing Systems (NERACOOS) will host a family-friendly World Oceans Day celebration. The event will kick off with a short film on ocean acidification featuring third generation ocean explorer Fabien Cousteau. Following the film, adults will join national and regional experts for a series of short presentations about ocean acidification. Fun, hands-on activities that teach about the importance of a healthy ocean are planned for children (ages 5 and up) while their parents are viewing the film and engaged in the presentations. Click on event title for full details.

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Cape May. 6 Jun 2013 until 9 Jun 2013, 12:00 am
Organization: Honor Journey

Free primitive camping for participants from June 6th to 9th. (Cement Ship area). The actual event will commence on June 8th at 10AM with a ceremonial paddle and boat parade from Higbees Beach on the south jetty of Cape May Canal to Sunset Beach at the end of Sunset Blvd. Cape May, where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean. All ships, boats and any floating craft are invited to join this day. Any interested individuals or organizations are invited to join in as well. Anyone wanting to organize a longer paddle is welcome! Contact Lenu Awen Witkem at risingnation1@yahoo.com for more info

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Wildwood Crest. 8 Jun 2013 , All Day
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A fun filled day full of games, competitions, and themed foods. A table with flyers and posters will be set up to try and raise awareness. The goal is to get as many people involved and aware of the issues that surround our oceans and beaches.

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Paramus. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Organization: Bergen County Zoo

The Bergen County Zoo will have artifact tables set up around the zoo to enhance learning about our Meadowlands Aviary Birds, our aquatic touch tank with marine fish and invertebrates, Ocean themed story times and Ocean themed crafts.

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Point Pleasant Beach. 8 Jun 2013 , 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organization: Jenkinson's Aquarium

Celebrate our blue planet! Did you know that a staggering 8 million items of marine litter are thought to enter the world's oceans every day! Activities, games, and crafts are included with admission for a fun filled learning experience about the deep blue! All ages.

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Albuquerque. 6 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Organization: ABQ BioPark

Discover why even in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Our Actions Matter to protecting marine ecosystems around the world! The Rio Grande connects us to all things downstream, find out what can we do to keep it clean and healthy and learn about the simple choices can we make to protect marine habitats and wildlife.

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NY. 7 Jun 2013 until 9 Jun 2013, All Day
Organization: Papa Cloudy

Premiering "Overfishing Song" segment from the upcoming episode of the stop motion animation series, Papa Cloudy. Lyrics and animation by Akiko McQuerrey & The Octopus Music composed and performed by Satomi Matsuzaki & Greg Saunier (Deerhoof) Exclusive online premiere only on the Oceans Day weekend ! Watch octopus sings!

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Binghamton. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Organization: Binghamton Zoo at Ross Park

Celebrate World Oceans Day with the Binghamton Zoo at Ross Park!

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Whitestone. 8 Jun 2013 , 12:45 pm - 2:30 pm
Organization: Libertarian Party of Queens County

There will be a discussion about the importance of oceans to maintaining a sustainable source of fish for consumption (our event is being held at a sushi restaurant) as well as sharing information regarding how each of us and our respective organizations can work throughout the year on projects to keep the oceans clean.

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Akron. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Join us to celebrate a vital part of our ecosystem - the ocean! Participate in activities themed around the ocean and aquatic animals. contact Machelle Syx at mlsyx@akronzoo.org

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Oklahoma City. 8 Jun 2013 until 25 Jun 2013, All Day
Organization: Oklahoma City Zoo

JUNE 08: WORLD OCEANS DAY AT THE OKC ZOO Splish, splash, we’re having a blast at the Oklahoma City Zoo! Throughout June, learn about the world’s oceans and aquatic inhabitants during our sea lion shows, Keeper Connections, at our new Explore a Seashore Touch Pool exhibit and family-fun programs such as Wild Tuesdays Story Time Safaris. Festivities kick off at 9 a.m. on World Oceans Day, Saturday, June 8, with a complimentary party favor for the first 500 children ages 11 and under to visit the Zoo. For more information, visit our Web site at www.okczoo.com.

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Portland. 2 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Organization: OMSI (Oregon Museum of Science and Industry)

Interested in meeting a scientist who’s sailed through the Pacific “Garbage Patch?” Curious about Oregon’s sustainable seafood practices? Come see how magnificent and fragile our oceans are, and how our community can help them at World Oceans Day at OMSI.

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Bandon. 4 Jun 2013 until 8 Jun 2013, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Organization: WashedAshore.org

The Washed Ashore exhibit uses gigantic sea life sculptures made entirely of marine debris collected from beaches to graphically illustrate the tragedy of plastics pollution in our oceans. Thousands of volunteers have worked together with the guidance of Angela Haseltine Pozzi to create the powerful art pieces which are combined with educational signage to teach children and adults how to help save our seas. Additional curriculum, workshops and educational programs are also part of the exhibit.

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newport. 8 Jun 2013 , All Day
Organization: Aquriumreefcoral

Spend the day cleaning the Nye Beach in Newport Oregon. Event will Last all Day.

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Newport . 8 Jun 2013 , All Day
Organization: Aquariumreefcorals

World oceans day beach clean up and africa drums into the night.

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Newport. 8 Jun 2013 , All Day
Organization: Oregon Coast Aquarium

Join us at the Oregon Coast Aquarium for a World Oceans Day Celebration full of fun for the whole family! Activities for kids and adults, animal and dive presentations and much more will make this a very special day to appreciate and enjoy the wonders of our world’s amazing oceans.

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Reading. 13 Apr 2013 , 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organization: RainScape (tentative)

*********** The dates are tentative - please stay tuned ************* We are organizing a spring clean-up event of the creek in our residential neighbourhood (Reading, PA, St. Lawrence Borough, Schuykill tributary). Creek banks had been routinely collecting residential trash - mostly recyclable plastic and metal cans blown by the wind. Additionally, we have a pet waste accumulation problem - but that might be saved for later. Click on the event title for full details!

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Schnecksville. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Organization: Lehigh Valley Zoo

Our Education department will do animal presentations and activities themed around Ocean Conservation throughout the day.

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Columbia. 8 Jun 2013 , 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Organization: Riverbanks Zoo

Dive into a whole new world under the sea as Riverbanks Zoo celebrates World Ocean Day. Pick up helpful tips along the way that will positively impact waterways in your backyard and around the world. Every little drop counts! Join us in the Aquarium, rain or shine. Free with membership or general admission. Contact Magen at msier@riverbanks.org

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Greenville. 8 Jun 2013 , 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Organization: Greenville Zoo

As a result of a United Nations General Assembly resolution passed in December 2008, World Oceans Day is now officially recognized by the UN on June 8th each year. Join us as we discuss what we do here in the Upstate and how it affects our oceans.

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Columbia. 8 Jun 2013 , 1:00 pm
Organization: Riverbanks Zoo

Join us for a wild day at the Zoo and earn credits towards badge requirements, achievements and electives. Programs are designed specifically for Daisy, Brownie, Junior Scouts and Cub Scouts. Scout Days start with a brief interactive educational program including live animal encounters, games and activities. Age-specific materials for a self-guided adventure into the Zoo are also provided. Special Scout Saturday Editions** are designed to work in conjunction with special events at the Zoo and feature activities for scouts that are related to the day's event. Please plan on arriving early to take advantage of these special activities and visit the themed stations located throughout the park. Information stations, games and activities will be offered at no additional charge and are open to the public. Children may not be left unattended. Individual Scouts must be accompanied by an adult; troops should have at least one adult per 10 scouts in attendance. A minimum of 20 registered participants is required to conduct program as scheduled. $10 per Scout (plus admission for general public) Contact Magen at msier@riverbanks.org for more info

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South Carolina. 9 Jun 2013 , All Day
Organization: YOLO Board

On June 8 – World Oceans Day – YOLO team rider Kacie Wallace and her friend Kimberly Sutton will begin paddleboarding up the North Carolina coast, from the South Carolina state line to Virginia. They’re making the trip to raise awareness of plastics pollution in the ocean.

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Watertown. 8 Jun 2013 , 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organization: Bramble Park Zoo

Come celebrate World Oceans Day at the Bramble Park Zoo. Zoo guests will have the opportunity to learn about the Wonders of Water through hands-on activities located throughout the Zoo.

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Gatlinburg. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Organization: Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Guests will be able to join in on ocean related crafts/activities to celebrate the importance of the ocean!

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San Antonio. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Organization: San Antonio Zoo

Join YOUR San Antonio Zoo as we partner with AZA and The Ocean Project to celebrate World Oceans Day! On Saturday June 8, 2013 from 10am-2pm we will have activities throughout the zoo that develop awareness and encourage the protection of our ocean and its inhabitants. This event is FREE with your zoo admission. Hope to see you there!

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Houston. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Organization: Downtown Aquarium

We will have our conservation booth, scavenger hunt and crafts.

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Waco. 8 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Organization: Cameron Park Zoo

Make a splash and celebrate World Oceans Day with Cameron Park Zoo. Participate in family-friendly and educational activities that bring recognition to ocean conservation while allowing Zoo visitors to learn how their everyday actions impact the world’s oceans and inhabitants. There will be crafts and behind the scenes tours of our coral propagation area.

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Salt Lake City. 1 Jun 2013 , 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Organization: Utah's Hogle Zoo

Make a splash with World Oceans Day at Utah's Hogle Zoo. Learn how to be a steward of our oceans and seas. There will be fun themed activities for the kids, giveaways and prizes while supplies last! Find out how oceans inspire everyday life.

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Virginia Beach. 8 Jun 2013 , All Day
Organization: Virginia Aquarium

Saturday, June 8 11-3 Bay & Ocean Pavilion The Virginia Aquarium will make a splash as we celebrate World Ocean's Day 2013! Story times and informational presentations throughout the day will help Aquarium guests learn more about the marine environment. A "fishy fun" scavenger hunt will lead guests on a tour through the Ocean Pavilion to find clues to unlock a treasure chest filled with prizes. Guests can meet divers in the Chesapeake Bay Aquarium and find out what it's like to be underwater with the fishes. Kids and adults can learn how to make their own "trash talking turtle”, play the "Raindrop Rollercoaster" and participate in other fun activities throughout the day.

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Stanwood. 6 Jun 2013 , All Day
Organization: Grinnin Fish

Cedarhome Elementary is excite to present “CamOcean In Motion” This special day is an all day, all school event to learn about our environment, learn ways we can help take care of our planet, learn about resources that can provide additional science based education and celebrate World Oceans Day! Each grade K-5 will have 45 minute sessions to visit hands-on educational displays from outside environmental organizations. There will be special guest speakers to do in classroom presentations for all grades. There will be an all school ground and surrounding area clean-up! At the end of the day all of the students and staff will gather together for an all school assembly featuring music, a fun skit, and an underwater video presentation.

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Olympia. 7 Jun 2013 , 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Organization: South Sound Global Rivers Environmental Education Network

Olympia’s 5th annual Sea Cinema Festival is submissions by independent filmmakers like you! We are looking for work to inspire stewardship of our fresh and salt water systems in Puget Sound. We are looking for a variety of interpretations to welcome summer 2013 with a splash. Topics could include and not limited to: solutions to pollution, salmon, coast Salish tribal nations, freshwater bodies, oceans, climate change, land management, stormwater, local watersheds (Budd, Deschutes, Chehalis, Nisqually, Henderson, Percival, Eld, and Totten). Short and mid-length film submission deadline is Friday May 19th, 2013 at 4pm. Submissions are encouraged to be submitted through emailing a link to your video via a sharing website (i.e Youtube or Vimeo). Questions and submission can be sent to James Morrill, South Sound Global Rivers Environmental Education Network ssgreen2@thurstoncd.com 3607543588 x102. Click on event title for full details. *** Criteria: Family Friendly Short length: 1-5minutes Mid length: 5-20minutes *** Date: Friday June 7th, 2013 from 5:30-10:30PM Location: Minnaert Center for Performing Arts at South Puget Sound Community College Sea Cinema 2013 Sneak Peak: https://vimeo.com/65349912 www.facebook.com/seacinema2013

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Stanwood. 6 Aug 2013 until 6 Sep 2013, All Day
Organization: Seattle Aquarium

Discover how you can become an Ocean Hero.

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