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Sat, May 10 2008
11:00am to 11:30am
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
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Sat, May 10 2008
1:00pm to 1:30pm
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
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Sun, May 11 2008
9:30am to 11:30am
Ocean discovery for older preschoolers includes scavenger hunts, live animal encounters, story times, and crafts.
Ages 3 to 4
Members: $20
Public: $28

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Sun, May 11 2008
11:00am to 11:30am
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
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Sun, May 11 2008
1:00pm to 1:30pm
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
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Mon, May 12 2008
6:30pm to 8:00pm
Since the 1970s, naturally occurring frozen methane hydrate has been recognized in oceanic sediments along the edges of continents around the globe. Learn how renowned geochemist Miriam Kastner is studying these enormous methane reservoirs and why she is striving to understand their potential impact on global warming and on the stability of sediments along vast stretches of the world's continental margins.
Members: Free
Public: $8.00

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Sat, May 17 2008
9:00am to 5:00pm
Uncover the link between air pollution, climate change and our amazing lungs as Scripps researchers bring real-time experiments to this climate-themed Family Day. See how much air our lungs can hold and test the quality of air we breathe through a special filter. From lungs to gills, you'll also see how fishes can breathe in a watery world.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
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Sat, May 17 2008
11:00am to 11:30am
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
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Sat, May 17 2008
1:00pm to 1:30pm
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
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Sun, May 18 2008
11:00am to 11:30am
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
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Sun, May 18 2008
1:00pm to 1:30pm
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
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Mon, May 19 2008
9:30am to 10:30am
Two-year olds can explore the ocean realm through story times, songs, and live animal encounters. Sea Wees create a mini book with each new class, culminating in a complete series.
Ages 2 to 2
Members: $15
Public: $23

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Tue, May 20 2008
9:30am to 10:30am
Two-year olds can explore the ocean realm through story times, songs, and live animal encounters. Sea Wees create a mini book with each new class, culminating in a complete series.
Ages 2 to 2
Members: $15
Public: $23

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Wed, May 21 2008
9:30pm to 11:30pm
On certain spring nights, hundreds of small, silvery fish called grunion ride the waves onto some Southern California and Northern Baja California beaches to spawn. This unusual mating ritual is a must-see! Join Birch Aquarium instructors as they guide you through an unforgettable night of activities. Experience the excitement of watching grunion hatch right before your eyes! Prepare for cool, wet conditions and bring a flashlight. Ages 6-13 with paid adult.
Ages 6 to Adult
Member Adult: $10
Non-Member Adult: $12
Member Child: $7
Non-Member Child: $9
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Wed, May 21 2008
9:30am to 10:30am
Two-year olds can explore the ocean realm through story times, songs, and live animal encounters. Sea Wees create a mini book with each new class, culminating in a complete series.
Ages 2 to 2
Members: $15
Public: $23

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Wed, May 21 2008
6:00pm to 9:00pm
Mixing melodic rock with fiery Latin rhythms, deSoL's infectious music strikes a chord across cultures. These Jersey rockers will have you out on the dance floor with their sizzling, high-energy music. Experience live music with stunning ocean views at Birch Aquarium at Scripps this summer. This season's Green Flash Concert lineup includes music from Latin to country-rock. Enjoy happy hour appetizers, craft beers and wines provided for purchase by Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery. All aquarium exhibits are open for viewing. Prices: Aquarium Members: $15 per concert ($65 season rate) Public: $20 per concert ($90 season rate) Walk-in Admission: $25 per concert Season rate includes all five concerts.
Ages: 21 & up
Member Adult: $15
Non-Member Adult: $20

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Thu, May 22 2008
9:30am to 10:30am
Two-year olds can explore the ocean realm through story times, songs, and live animal encounters. Sea Wees create a mini book with each new class, culminating in a complete series.
Ages 2 to 2
Members: $15
Public: $23

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Fri, May 23 2008
9:30am to 10:30am
Two-year olds can explore the ocean realm through story times, songs, and live animal encounters. Sea Wees create a mini book with each new class, culminating in a complete series.
Ages 2 to 2
Members: $15
Public: $23

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Sat, May 24 2008
9:30am to 11:30am
Ocean discovery for older preschoolers includes scavenger hunts, live animal encounters, story times, and crafts.
Ages 3 to 4
Members: $20
Public: $28

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Sat, May 24 2008
11:00am to 11:30am
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
Top

Sat, May 24 2008
1:00pm to 1:30pm
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
Top

Sun, May 25 2008
11:00am to 11:30am
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
Top

Sun, May 25 2008
1:00pm to 1:30pm
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
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Sat, May 31 2008
11:00am to 11:30am
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
Top

Sat, May 31 2008
1:00pm to 1:30pm
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
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Sun, Jun 01 2008
11:00am to 11:30am
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
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Sun, Jun 01 2008
1:00pm to 1:30pm
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
Top

Wed, Jun 04 2008
9:30pm to 11:30pm
On certain spring nights, hundreds of small, silvery fish called grunion ride the waves onto some Southern California and Northern Baja California beaches to spawn. This unusual mating ritual is a must-see! Join Birch Aquarium instructors as they guide you through an unforgettable night of activities. Experience the excitement of watching grunion hatch right before your eyes! Prepare for cool, wet conditions and bring a flashlight. Ages 6-13 with paid adult.
Ages 6 to Adult
Member Adult: $10
Non-Member Adult: $12
Member Child: $7
Non-Member Child: $9
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Sat, Jun 07 2008
11:00am to 11:30am
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
Top

Sat, Jun 07 2008
1:00pm to 1:30pm
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
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Sun, Jun 08 2008
11:00am to 11:30am
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
Top

Sun, Jun 08 2008
1:00pm to 1:30pm
Join Birch Aquarium volunteers in Smargon courtyard as they share the amazing tale of the elusive California grunion. Learn how these unique fish run up our local beaches and lay their eggs in the moist sand. Experience the joy of watching baby grunion hatch right before your eyes! Free with aquarium admission.
All ages
Free with paid admission.
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