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September 2013
	September 14, 2013 9:30 AM—11:30 AM Junior Biologist: Sharks Sharks are amazing predators of the deep! Participants ages 7-12 will explore these amazing predators in this exciting class. Education
	September 17, 2013 11:00 AM—11:30 AM Coastal Conversations: Great Lakes Tune in online for a live half-hour broadcast in our Coastal Conversations series. In this episode, we are focusing on the Great Lakes, where lake levels are are falling and may continue to fall as a result of climate change. Live Web Stream
	September 17, 2013 2:00 PM—3:00 PM Senior Member Afternoon A Day in the Life of an Aquarist Returning as one of our most popular events, Senior Member Afternoon allows senior members to discover what it’s like in a day in the life of an aquarist. Members
	September 17, 2013 7:00 PM—8:30 PM The Gombessa Expedition: Extreme Dives to Study a Living Fossil Laurent Ballesta Laurent Ballesta will discuss his expeditions and innovative diving methods, focusing on his successful 2010 expedition to photograph and research the coelacanth. Guest Speaker Ocean Exploration
	September 18, 2013 9:00 AM—12:00 PM Homeschool Days The Aquarium of the Pacific would like to invite homeschool networks, students, parents, and teachers to our Homeschool Days Education Homeschools Teachers
	September 19, 2013 9:00 AM—12:00 PM Homeschool Days The Aquarium of the Pacific would like to invite homeschool networks, students, parents, and teachers to our Homeschool Days Education Homeschools Teachers
	September 20, 2013 6:00 PM—9:00 PM Shark Lagoon Nights Join us on Free Friday evenings when Shark Lagoon will be open until 9:00 p.m. Late Nights
	September 21, 2013 9:00 AM—12:00 PM California Coastal Clean-Up Day Join the Aquarium of the Pacific in cleaning up Alamitos Beach in Long Beach as part of the statewide Coastal Clean-Up Day. Conservation
	September 21, 2013 9:00 AM—5:00 PM Moompetam: Native American Festival In celebration of the local Native American cultures, the Aquarium of the Pacific will host its ninth annual Moompetam Festival. Festivals
	September 21, 2013 10:00 AM—11:30 AM Aqua Tots: Colors of the Ocean Let's focus on the many colors in the ocean! What’s your favorite color? Discover which animal in the ocean shares your passion for purple or your glee at the sight of green with your two or three-year-old. Education
	September 22, 2013 9:00 AM—5:00 PM Moompetam: Native American Festival In celebration of the local Native American cultures, the Aquarium of the Pacific will host its ninth annual Moompetam Festival. Festivals
	September 24, 2013 7:00 PM—8:30 PM Drugs from the Deep Shirley Pomponi Researcher Shirley Pomponi will discuss the chemicals sponges use to defend against predators, communicate with other sponges, reproduce, and even prevent infections that are also being studied for their potential use in treating human disorders and diseases. Guest Speaker Live Web Stream Ocean Exploration
	September 27, 2013 6:00 PM—9:00 PM Shark Lagoon Nights Join us on Free Friday evenings when Shark Lagoon will be open until 9:00 p.m. Late Nights
	September 28, 2013 9:00 AM—5:00 PM Baja Splash Cultural Festival Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month and Mexican Independence Day, the Aquarium of the Pacific will host its twelfth annual Baja Splash Cultural Festival. Festivals
	September 28, 2013 10:00 AM—11:30 AM Saturday Family Fun: Sea Jellies and Other Incredible Invertebrates Explore these incredible animals with your four to six-year-old child. Education
	September 29, 2013 9:00 AM—5:00 PM Baja Splash Cultural Festival Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month and Mexican Independence Day, the Aquarium of the Pacific will host its twelfth annual Baja Splash Cultural Festival. Festivals
	September 29, 2013 6:00 PM—9:00 PM Autism Families Night Join us for a special evening at the Aquarium exclusively for families with adults or children with autism. Late Nights
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October 2013
	October 2, 2013 3:30 PM—6:30 PM Job Shadow: Veterinarian Fish can get sick too! Learn what it takes to be a world-class veterinarian in charge of over 11,000 animals in this hands-on class. Education
	October 3, 2013 7:00 PM—8:30 PM When the Ocean Comes to Your Living Room John Delaney John Delaney will discuss the new technologies that are helping oceanographers access and understand the ocean and ocean processes, which drive our planet’s “life-support system.” Guest Speaker Live Web Stream Ocean Exploration
	October 4, 2013 6:00 PM—9:00 PM Shark Lagoon Nights Join us on Free Friday evenings when Shark Lagoon will be open until 9:00 p.m. Late Nights
	October 5, 2013 9:00 AM—12:00 PM Job Shadow: Veterinarian Fish can get sick too! Learn what it takes to be a world-class veterinarian in charge of over 11,000 animals in this hands-on class. Education
	October 5, 2013 9:00 AM—5:00 PM Southeast Asia Day The Aquarium of the Pacific will celebrate its ninth annual Southeast Asia Day. Festivals
	October 6, 2013 5:30 PM—10:00 PM Photographers Night Join us for a special night of photography at the Aquarium of the Pacific. Now is your chance to take the photos you have always wanted. Arts
	October 9, 2013 7:00 PM—8:30 PM Conservation Canines: Tracking a Subtle Scent, a Dog May Help Save the Whales Dr. Samuel Wasser, director of the Center for Conservation Biology at the University of Washington, has developed methods for monitoring wildlife, including detection dog techniques. Guest Speaker Live Web Stream
	October 11, 2013 6:00 PM—9:00 PM Shark Lagoon Nights Join us on Free Friday evenings when Shark Lagoon will be open until 9:00 p.m. Late Nights
	October 12, 2013 9:00 AM—2:00 PM Aquarium Kids Fun Run Up to 2,000 kids ages 6 to 12 can race in the Aquarium Kids Fun Run. Up to 2,000 kids ages 6 to 12 can race in the Aquarium Kids Fun Run. Festivals
	October 12, 2013 9:30 AM—11:30 AM Junior Biologist: Marine Mammals Learn the characteristics of mammals and find out what makes marine mammals so special. Participants ages 7-12 will learn what makes marine mammals so special. Education
	October 16, 2013 7:00 PM—8:30 PM Using Advanced Technology to Explore the Ocean with Kids in the Pilot’s Seat Dr. Robert Ballard Dr. Robert Ballard will discuss his fifty-three years of involvement in the development and use of undersea vehicles to explore the bottom of the ocean and how he is using new and advanced technologies to bring his explorations in real time to the youth of the world. Guest Speaker Live Web Stream Ocean Exploration
	October 18, 2013 6:00 PM—9:00 PM Shark Lagoon Nights Join us on Free Friday evenings when Shark Lagoon will be open until 9:00 p.m. Late Nights
	October 19, 2013 10:00 AM—11:30 AM Aqua Tots: Movin’ and Groovin’ Beneath the Sea Focusing on the way different animals move in their watery world. Explore how animals move in their watery world with your two or three-year-old. Education
	October 19, 2013 7:00 PM—11:00 PM Sea Fare Aquarium of the Pacific’s 10th Annual Sea Fare fundraiser featuring tastes from over 25 local food and beverage providers, a live and silent auction, open bar, a live painting demonstration by renowned artist Wyland, and more! Fundraiser
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