From 9:30AM to 12:30PM

Curious about our oceans? Interested in expanding your knowledge while also expanding your network? We welcome you to explore the world of marine science through this engaging series of in-person lessons or online and hands-on experiences hosted by Mote education professionals. Classes will also feature Mote experts discussing their research related to that day’s topic and active learning excursions around the Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium campus.Learning is a lifelong endeavor, continue your journey with Mote Marine Laboratory.Ages: 18+Format: In-personDates: Fridays, January 13 through March 10, 2023Times: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Full Semester:$270 for members$300 for non-membersIndividual Classes:$40.50 for members$45.00 for non-membersMARINE SCIENCE 101 CLASSES:- Introduction to Marine Science, January 13 (full semester students only)- Florida Coastal Habitats, January 20- Florida Fish Ecology & Aquaculture, January 27 (@ Mote Aquaculture Park)- Florida Marine Invertebrates, February 3- Florida Sharks & Rays, February 10- Sea Turtle Ecology, February 17- Florida Marine Mammals, February 24- Red Tide and Environmental Health, March 3- Coral Reefs and Ocean Acidification, March 10

Location: Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Website: https://mote.org/education/college-adults/lifelonglearning

Phone: 9413766717

From 5:30PM to 6:15PM

Say goodnight to your favorite sea creatures as we virtually visit them after dark. Get up close and personal, and learn about their habitats, behaviors, and conservation efforts. This virtual tour is led by Mote's knowledgeable and passionate guides who are excited to share their love of the ocean with you. They'll be available to answer any questions you may have and provide insight into the amazing creatures you'll see on the tour. So why wait? Book your virtual aquarium tour today and discover the magic of the underwater world from the comfort of your own home!

Location: Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Website: https://mote.org/events/details/goodnight-at-the-aquarium

Phone: 9413766717

From 6:00PM to 7:30PM

Every January, Mote hosts its Special Lecture Series featuring Mote scientists who share their world-class research on Monday evenings. Each lecture takes place from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (doors open at 5:00 p.m.including a live presentation followed by a Q&A session.This event usually sells out, reserve your tickets early!Stop by for Dr. Richard Pierce and Dr. Cynthia Heil’s lecture on Jan. 23 about Florida Red Tide which causes severe negative impacts on the environment, economies and human health along Florida's west coast, and periodically the Atlantic coast. As a result of the severe 2018-2019 Red Tide, The Florida Legislature and Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission initiated the 6-year Red Tide Mitigation and Technology Development Initiative. This Initiative provides funding for Mote scientists to partner with other institutions and companies to conduct extensive laboratory and field research on the efficacy of a variety of potential products and technologies to mitigate the adverse effects of Red Tide

Location: Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Website: https://mote.org/education/college-adults/special-lecture-series

Phone: 9413766717