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SUMMARY:Charlie the Shark at Blue Hill Town Park
DESCRIPTION:Kids are invited to an Ocean Storytime with Charlie the Shark from the Shaw Institute on Thursday\, August 6 at 10:30 a.m. at the Blue Hill Town Park.  Charlie loves to read books to kids about the ocean and teach them why caring about our oceans is important.  Join him for a fun ocean themed story\, songs about the ocean\, and a scavenger hunt! \nThe Shaw Institute’s mission is to discover and expose environmental threats to people and wildlife through innovative science and to engage in global partnerships to improve human and ecological health.  For more information\, visit https://www.shawinstitute.org/. \nFor more information\, email Claire at claire.malina@bhpl.net or call the library at 374-5515.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/charlie-the-shark-at-blue-hill-town-park/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Town Park\, 113 Water St\, ME\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Shaw Institute: Guided Tidepool at The Nub
DESCRIPTION:Learn about local marine ecology\, and oceanography and the creatures that call Maine home\, but be prepared to get wet! \nThis activity is for ages 8 and up\, and children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Be prepared for wet\, slippery\, and uneven ground. We recommend dressing lightly\, bringing a water bottle\, and wearing appropriate footwear such as waterproof shoes\, hiking boots\, or sturdy sandals. \n 
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/guided-tidepool-at-the-nub/
LOCATION:The Nub\, 113 Falls Bridge Rd\, Blue Hill\, ME 04614\, 113 Falls Bridge Rd\, Blue Hill\, ME\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Shaw Institute: Updates on Research\, Education\, and Public Outreach
DESCRIPTION:Join Executive Director Dr. Charlie Rolsky for an update on the Shaw Institute’s growing impact in the lab and across the coastal communities we serve. Over the past two years\, we have expanded our environmental research\, launched new educational initiatives\, and deepened our partnerships to protect local ecosystems. Discover our latest milestones and hear our vision for the future. Plus\, stick around after the talk for a hands-on touch tank experience and a chance to meet our newest aquarium residents\, featuring Maine seahorses and a rare blue lobster! Doors open at 4:30 PM for drinks and refreshments. Lecture begins at 5 PM.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/shaw-institute-updates-on-research-education-and-public-outreach/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Nature’s Love Stories: An R-Rated\, Wildly Queer Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a whimsical exploration of the animal kingdom’s most extraordinary connections as our executive director shares a lecture on how critters find love in the natural world. These fascinating love stories reveal that diverse affection is a perfectly natural part of our world. He’ll speak about interesting mating strategies\, wacky habits\, strange mate choices\, and relationship drama in the animal kingdom. From eating your mate’s head or doing silly bird dances in hopes of securing a partner\, we’ll cover all the best of the wild and zany love stories in nature. Suggested age: 17 & Up \nLocation:  \nPentagöet Inn & Pub\n26 Main Street\nCastine\, ME 04421\n207-326-8616 \n 
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/natures-love-stories-an-r-rated-lecture/
LOCATION:Pentagoet Inn & Pub\, 26 Main St\, Castine\, ME\, 04421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Nudibranch Needle Felting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Discover the world of nudibranchs\, the vibrant and colorful sea slugs that roam the ocean without shells. This hands-on workshop offers a chance to explore their biology—including their habitats\, diets\, and local species—while crafting your very own felted sea slug. \nInstructor: Reese Wolfe \nDate: Sunday\, August 30 \nTime: 9:00 am-11:30 pm \nAges 10 & up \nRegistration Waiver \nInstructor Bio:\nReese is a local Blue Hill artist who has a passion for the fibre art of needle felting. Reese is studying Ecology and Environmental Sciences with a focus on Marine Ecosystems at UMO. \nHe is enamored with North American wildlife and ecosystems. You’ll notice that most of his work focuses on recreating their likeness as detailed as possible. In doing so\, he hopes to spread the word of each and every animal’s conservation efforts through his artwork. Reese is excited to share his love for the art and the animals he recreates with the community.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/nudibranch-needle-felting-workshop/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Demystifying Plastic Pollution with Dr. Charlie Rolsky
DESCRIPTION:Explore the complexities of our relationship with plastic in an engaging discussion led by plastic pollution expert\, Dr. Charlie Rolsky of the Shaw Institute. He will cut through the confusion\, separating the facts from the fiction surrounding the widespread use of this material. Dr. Rolsky will address critical issues\, including the threats posed by microplastic pollution to environmental and human health\, and the deceptive practices of “greenwashing.” Join us for insights that offer hope for a more sustainable future. \nWilson Museum-Hutchins Education Center\n112 Perkins Street\, Castine\, ME 04421 \n 
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/demystifying-plastic-pollution-with-dr-charlie-rolsky/
LOCATION:Wilson Museum\, Hutchins Education Center 112 Perkins Street\, Castine\, ME\, 04421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Carter Nature Preserve Beach Cleanup with Blue Hill Heritage Trust (BHHT)
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Maine Coastal Cleanup month with the Shaw Institute and Blue Hill Heritage Trust. All community members are welcome to participate.  Bags and gloves will be provided. Please note that trails and shoreline areas have varied terrain. Participants are advised to dress appropriately for both the outdoor weather and the tasks involved. Rain date: Sunday\, September 20. No registration required. \nFor additional details or inquiries\, please contact:\nBHHT Office: (207)374-5118\nShaw Institute: info@shawinstitute.org or (207) 374-2135 \nLocation: Carter Nature Preserve\, 99 Cross Rd\, Surry\, ME 04684
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/carter-nature-preserve-beach-cleanup/
LOCATION:Carter Nature Preserve\, 99 Cross Road\, Surry\, ME\, 04684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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