BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - ECPv6.15.13.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://mote.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T091500 DTSTAMP:20260111T105307 CREATED:20251110T163923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T170128Z UID:10001212-1770110100-1770110100@mote.org SUMMARY:Coffee with a Scientist: Dr. Ryan Schloesser DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special morning lecture series featuring engaging\, in-person conversations with Mote scientists. \nDr. Ryan Schloesser is a Senior Scientist & Program Manager\, Fisheries Ecology & Enhancement Program \nCoffee and light fare: 9:15 a.m.\nLecture: 10 a.m URL:https://mote.org/event/coffee-with-a-scientist-dr-ryan-schloesser/ LOCATION:Boca Grande Community Center\, 131 First Street West\, Boca Grande\, FL\, 33921\, United States CATEGORIES:Other ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mote.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2021-06_Dr-Ryan-Schloesser-relases-snook__0F9A6451_1_2-e1709052149132.jpg GEO:26.7465889;-82.263887 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Boca Grande Community Center 131 First Street West Boca Grande FL 33921 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=131 First Street West:geo:-82.263887,26.7465889 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T120000 DTSTAMP:20260111T105307 CREATED:20251129T190956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T192332Z UID:10001230-1770195600-1770206400@mote.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Days at IC2R3 (Summerland Key) - ages 12 - 15 DESCRIPTION:When: monthly from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nAges 12 – 15: Feb 4th\, March 4th\, April 15th\, May 13th\nFee: $30 per child per class (includes required parent/guardian chaperone)\nNote: 1 chaperone per 2 students required (chaperones free) URL:https://mote.org/event/homeschool-days-at-ic2r3-summerland-key-ages-12-15/2026-02-04/ LOCATION:Mote’s Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration\, 24244 Overseas Highway\, Summerland Key\, FL\, 33042\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,In the Keys ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mote.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/TicketureImage_KeysEvents_SliceOfParadiseIslamorada_V1-2.png GEO:24.6616306;-81.4545056 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mote’s Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration 24244 Overseas Highway Summerland Key FL 33042 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=24244 Overseas Highway:geo:-81.4545056,24.6616306 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T120000 DTSTAMP:20260111T105307 CREATED:20251129T190608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T192206Z UID:10001226-1770282000-1770292800@mote.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Days at IC2R3 (Summerland Key) - ages 8 - 11 DESCRIPTION:When: monthly from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nAges 8 – 11: Jan 8th\, Feb 5th\, March 5th\, April 16th\, May 14th\nFee: $30 per child per class (includes required parent/guardian chaperone)\nNote: 1 chaperone per 2 students required (chaperones free) URL:https://mote.org/event/homeschool-days-at-ic2r3-summerland-key-ages-8-11/2026-02-05/ LOCATION:Mote’s Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration\, 24244 Overseas Highway\, Summerland Key\, FL\, 33042\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,In the Keys ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mote.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/TicketureImage_KeysEvents_SliceOfParadiseIslamorada_V1-2.png GEO:24.6616306;-81.4545056 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mote’s Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration 24244 Overseas Highway Summerland Key FL 33042 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=24244 Overseas Highway:geo:-81.4545056,24.6616306 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T103000 DTSTAMP:20260111T105307 CREATED:20251107T182410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T183105Z UID:10001197-1770456600-1770460200@mote.org SUMMARY:Shark Pups & Grown Ups DESCRIPTION: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 play\, games and a take home craft! Each month features a new theme to engage your Shark Pup\, and each class is unique to allow families the opportunity to join us several times without repeating a class! Click on the REGISTER button below for more details and to sign up! \nWho: Preschool (2-5) aged kids and their favorite adult\nWhen: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.\, select Saturdays\nWhere: Mote SEA Teaching Labs\nFee: $22.50 for members\, $25 for non-members per child (and one parent/guardian) URL:https://mote.org/event/shark-pups-grown-ups-4/2026-02-07/ LOCATION:Mote Science Education Aquarium\, 225 University Town center Dr.\, Sarasota\, 34243\, United States CATEGORIES:At the Aquarium,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mote.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/SharkPupsGrownUps_20181108_034_.jpg GEO:27.3809917;-82.4542251 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr. Sarasota 34243 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=225 University Town center Dr.:geo:-82.4542251,27.3809917 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T170000 DTSTAMP:20260111T105307 CREATED:20251219T155245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T155333Z UID:10001243-1770991200-1771002000@mote.org SUMMARY:SEA & Do lifelong learning workshops DESCRIPTION:These workshops invite adult learners to explore marine science through focused in-person lessons and hands-on experiences led by Mote education professionals. Sessions combine clear\, engaging instruction with practical activities that deepen understanding of species identification\, animal biology\, and human impacts. Each class also features insights from Mote experts whose research connects directly to the day’s topic\, creating an active learning environment that supports both skill building and community connection. \n Art & Science of Reef Fish Ecology\nJanuary 16\, 2026\,⋅2:00 – 5:00pm\nDiscover the art and science of reef fish at Mote SEA. This new adult lifelong learning program blends a short reef ecology talk with hands-on iNaturalist training and a simple fish-printing activity. Learn how to observe\, identify\, and document species in our exhibits\, then create your own reef-inspired print to take home. Space is limited for this small-group learning experience. \n That’s A Moray: The Science of SEA-duction\nFebruary 13\, 2026\,⋅2:00 – 5:00pm\nAn adults-only workshop that explores the surprising strategies marine animals use to attract mates\, reproduce\, and raise young. The first hour features an engaging science lecture on ocean courtship and reproductive adaptations\, followed by a hands-on session where participants create an “ocean valentine” using shells inspired by historic sailor’s valentines. The program also includes a “Love Your Ocean” component that highlights everyday conservation actions supporting healthy marine ecosystems. \n Seagrass Stories: Science\, Art\, and Sunlight\nFriday\, March 20\, 2026⋅2:00 – 5:00pm\nExplore local seaweeds and seagrasses in a hands-on\, adults-only workshop inspired by the Herbarium at Mote and Anna Atkins’ historic cyanotypes. A short talk by Mote experts introduces the diversity and importance of these marine plants\, followed by a creative session where participants make their own “sunprints” using real specimens. This small-group experience blends marine botany\, history\, and art in a reflective\, take-home activity. Space is limited. \n Secrets in the Sand: Hidden Life of Beach Debris\nFriday\, April 17\, 2026⋅2:00 – 5:00pm\nExplore the hidden world of beach debris in this hands-on\, adults-only workshop focused on shoreline science and environmental health. A short talk by Mote experts introduces beach conditions\, microplastics\, and the tiny organisms affected by debris and disturbance\, followed by a lab-style activity where participants examine filtered samples up close. This small-group experience blends coastal science\, research tools\, and real-world context to reveal what lies beneath the beach. \n PLEASE NOTE: Because this is an adult lifelong learning program\, only guests 18 years and older will be allowed to participate. Admission to the Aquarium is included in this program. \nRegister Now URL:https://mote.org/event/sea-do-lifelong-learning-workshops/2026-02-13/ LOCATION:Mote Science Education Aquarium\, 225 University Town center Dr.\, Sarasota\, 34243\, United States CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mote.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/MoteSEAandDo_small.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Robertshaw":MAILTO:marven@mote.org GEO:27.3809917;-82.4542251 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr. Sarasota 34243 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=225 University Town center Dr.:geo:-82.4542251,27.3809917 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T170000 DTSTAMP:20260111T105307 CREATED:20251110T161003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T161058Z UID:10001209-1771520400-1771520400@mote.org SUMMARY:Mote-ivational Science Lectures in Venice: Dr. Jake Lasala DESCRIPTION:Join us as Mote brings its popular lecture series to Venice\, Florida. Hear Mote scientists share their latest findings\, innovations and fieldwork. \nDr. Jake Lasala is a Mote Staff Scientist & Program Manager\, Sea Turtle Conservation & Research Program \n5 p.m. reception\, 6 p.m. lecture. URL:https://mote.org/event/mote-ivational-science-lectures-in-venice-dr-jake-lasala/ LOCATION:Venice Community Center\, 326 Nokomis Avenue South\, Venice\, FL\, 34285\, United States CATEGORIES:Other ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mote.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/de1470d4-4dba-487c-98b5-3c764563a856_lg.jpg GEO:27.0951566;-82.4495106 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Venice Community Center 326 Nokomis Avenue South Venice FL 34285 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=326 Nokomis Avenue South:geo:-82.4495106,27.0951566 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T120000 DTSTAMP:20260111T105307 CREATED:20251129T192835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T194035Z UID:10001234-1771578000-1771588800@mote.org SUMMARY:Keys Homeschool Meetups (Summerland Key) DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nWhen: monthly from 9 – 11:00 a.m. (dates vary)\nAges: 8-15\nFee: $20 per child (includes required parent/guardian chaperone)\nNote: 1 chaperone per 2 students required (chaperones free)\n\nKayaking for Plankton: Microscopic Life of the Sea – February 20th 2026 & April 24th 2026 \nBeach Clean-Up & Citizen Science Survey – March 13th 2026 & May 8th 2026 URL:https://mote.org/event/keys-homeschool-meetups-summerland-key/2026-02-20/ LOCATION:Mote’s Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration\, 24244 Overseas Highway\, Summerland Key\, FL\, 33042\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,In the Keys ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mote.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/TicketureImage_Events_RRF_v1.png GEO:24.6616306;-81.4545056 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mote’s Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration 24244 Overseas Highway Summerland Key FL 33042 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=24244 Overseas Highway:geo:-81.4545056,24.6616306 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T103000 DTSTAMP:20260111T105307 CREATED:20251107T182410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T183105Z UID:10001198-1771666200-1771669800@mote.org SUMMARY:Shark Pups & Grown Ups DESCRIPTION: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 play\, games and a take home craft! Each month features a new theme to engage your Shark Pup\, and each class is unique to allow families the opportunity to join us several times without repeating a class! Click on the REGISTER button below for more details and to sign up! \nWho: Preschool (2-5) aged kids and their favorite adult\nWhen: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.\, select Saturdays\nWhere: Mote SEA Teaching Labs\nFee: $22.50 for members\, $25 for non-members per child (and one parent/guardian) URL:https://mote.org/event/shark-pups-grown-ups-4/2026-02-21/ LOCATION:Mote Science Education Aquarium\, 225 University Town center Dr.\, Sarasota\, 34243\, United States CATEGORIES:At the Aquarium,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mote.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/SharkPupsGrownUps_20181108_034_.jpg GEO:27.3809917;-82.4542251 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr. Sarasota 34243 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=225 University Town center Dr.:geo:-82.4542251,27.3809917 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR