[SEMCO] Learn about marine animals during February Vacation Week
Kathy Zagzebski
kzagzebski at nmlc.org
Wed Feb 13 16:07:51 EST 2013
Location of programs:
National Marine Life Center
120 Main Street, Buzzards Bay
508-743-9888
www.nmlc.org
nmlc at nmlc.org
~ Kathy
kzagzebski at nmlc.org
www.nmlc.org
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From: semco-bounces at whoi.edu [mailto:semco-bounces at whoi.edu] On Behalf Of
Kathy Zagzebski
Sent: Wednesday, February 13, 2013 2:27 PM
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Subject: [SEMCO] Learn about marine animals during February Vacation Week
National Marine Life Center
February Vacation 2013 Schedule
MARINE ANIMAL DISCOVERY CENTER OPEN
February 16-24, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
FOR THE LOVE OF TURTLES OPEN HOUSE!
Saturday, February 16, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Join us for our February Open House! Explore the Discovery Center, make a
marine animal valentine, and enjoy arts and crafts and games and
refreshments. Tour our marine animal hospital and meet our eight sea turtle
patients. Education programs during the Open House are FREE with admission.
Cost: $5/person, members FREE.
DAILY EDUCATION SCHEDULE
Saturday, February 16 through Sunday, February 24
11:00 A.M. ~ LITTLE FLIPPERS CLUB: Join us for a marine animal-themed story
time and craft project! Different themes every day (see below). All ages
welcome; most suitable for children ages 3-8. Children must be supervised.
Program lasts 45-60 minutes.
Cost: Members $3/child/program; Non-members $5/child/program.
12:00 P.M. ~ PATIENT UPDATE: Learn more about the patients currently in our
care. Please note that, for the safety of our patients and our guests, this
does not include a hospital tour. Program lasts approximately 15-20
minutes. FREE.
1:00 P.M. ~ MARINE ANIMAL MEDICAL MYSTERY: What does it take to be a marine
animal care technician? What are some of the questions and "mysteries"
involved in wildlife rehabilitation? Each day we'll learn how to care for a
different animal. Best suited for ages 8-14. Space is limited to 15
children. Please reserve your spot by calling (508) 743-9888 at least 24
hours in advance. Program lasts approximately 60 minutes.
Cost: Members $3/child/program; Non-members $5/child/program.
2:00 P.M. ~ PATIENT UPDATE: Learn more about the patients currently in our
care. Please note that, for the safety of our patients and our guests, this
does not include a hospital tour. Program lasts approximately 15-20
minutes. FREE.
3:00 P.M. ~ MARINE ANIMAL EXPLORATION: Learn more about your favorite
marine animal! Who are they? Where do they live? What do they like to
eat? Through specimen exploration and hands-on activities, you'll explore
the undersea world of animals! Program lasts 45-60 minutes. Space is
limited to 15 children. Please reserve your spot by calling (508) 743-9888
at least 24 hours in advance.
Cost: Members $3/child/program; Non-members $5/child/program.
4:00 P.M. ~ PATIENT UPDATE: Learn more about the patients currently in our
care. Please note that, for the safety of our patients and our guests, this
does not include a hospital tour. Program lasts approximately 15-20
minutes. FREE.
DAILY THEMES
Sat., Feb. 16: Sea Turtles
Sun., Feb. 17: Seals/Sea Lions
Mon., Feb. 18: Sharks
Tues., Feb. 19: Dolphins/Whales
Wed., Feb. 20: Manatees
Thurs., Feb. 21: Sea Turtles
Fri., Feb. 22: Seals/Sea Lions
Sat., Feb. 23: Sea Turtles
Sun., Feb. 24: Seals/Sea Lions
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