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February 2010
2 --Two For Tuesdays and Science Under The Stars – Enjoy two admissions for the price of one Tuesdays through February 23rd. Plus, the Aquarium is open late on Tuesday nights, so stay late or come after dinner to join us for our new program, Science Under The Stars at 6:30 p.m. Stick ‘em up for 8 Armed Bandits or cephalopods including octopus, squid and cuttlefish. These highly intelligent animals have amazing skills and are masters of disguise. Come see with your own eyes how they change color, texture and shape in a millisecond!
7 – Super Shark Sundays -- Calling all kids to test their shark smarts to score shark teeth souvenirs and other prizes including an annual family membership. On Sundays through February 28th, kids will have the chance to sleuth out a shark secret, and turn in their discovery for a prize drawing on that final Sunday! Our own “Shark Man” will be there to help with clues.
8, 10, 11, 12 -- Symphony By The Sea -- 10:00 to 12:00 each day -- The Oklahoma Aquarium and Tulsa Symphony Orchestra have teamed up to present a unique blend of art and science education. School groups will rotate between three stations, featuring woodwinds, brass and strings in the Coral Reef, Adaptation Gallery and Shark Adventure. Although reservations are full for school groups, the Aquarium will remain open for general public admission.
9 --Two For Tuesdays and Science Under The Stars – Enjoy two admissions for the price of one Tuesdays through February 23rd. Science Under The Stars Cancelled this evening due to potential weather concerns.
14 – Super Shark Sundays -- Calling all kids to test their shark smarts to score shark teeth souvenirs and other prizes including an annual family membership. On Sundays through February 28th, kids will have the chance to sleuth out a shark secret, and turn in their discovery for a prize drawing on that final Sunday! Our own “Shark Man” will be there to help with clues.
15 – Presidents Day SeaCamp -- Are you looking for an exciting adventure on school holidays during the year? We provide an enriching camp experience and a convenient option for working parents with our School Break Sea Camps. Sea Camps are designed for children in grades K-5th. Each camp day is from 9 am to 4 pm. $50 per child. Morning and afternoon care is available for an additional $5 per day with early drop-off starting at 8:00 am and late pick up until 5:30 pm. 10% discount for Aquarium members. Call (918) 528-1508 or education@okaquarium.org
16 -- Two For Tuesdays and Science Under The Stars – Enjoy two admissions for the price of one Tuesdays through February 23rd. Plus, the Aquarium is open late on Tuesday nights, so stay late or come after dinner to join us for Science Under The Stars at 6:30 p.m. Tonight’s theme Creeps From the Deep leads you on a journey to the deepest part of the ocean. Can you imagine that we know more about the surface of the moon than the deep sea environment? Get to know the creepy residents that have adapted to the darkest depths in strange ways.
21 – Super Shark Sundays -- Calling all kids to test their shark smarts to score shark teeth souvenirs and other prizes including an annual family membership. On Sundays through February 28th, kids will have the chance to sleuth out a shark secret, and turn in their discovery for a prize drawing on that final Sunday! Our own “Shark Man” will be there to help with clues.
23 -- Homeschool Day -- The Oklahoma Aquarium hosts quarterly Homeschool Days. These dates are reserved for Homeschool families and groups who cannot meet our normal 25 person minimum. $7 students, $10 adults. Pre-registration is required. Contact the Education Department at (918) 528-1508 or education@okaquarium.org
23 -- Two For Tuesdays and Science Under The Stars – Enjoy two admissions for the price of one Tuesdays through February 23rd. Plus, the Aquarium is open late on Tuesday nights, so stay late or come after dinner to join us for Science Under The Stars at 6:30 p.m. Learn what makes sharks different from other fish in Completely Cartilaginous. Does their lack of bones make them mighty or vulnerable? Go on a truly scientific expedition by dissecting a real shark, learning about their acute senses, and why their reputation may be a bad rap.
28 – Super Shark Sundays -- Calling all kids to test their shark smarts to score shark teeth souvenirs and other prizes including an annual family membership. On Sundays through February 28th, kids will have the chance to sleuth out a shark secret, and turn in their discovery for a prize drawing on that final Sunday! Our own “Shark Man” will be there to help with clues.
March 2010
5 – Sleep With The Sharks --6:00 pm to the next morning! Imagine falling asleep alongside a soothing Coral Reef, or waking up to a Bull Shark swimming right overhead! Our sleepovers are a splash with activities, snacks, movies and maybe even a little sleep. You can slumber under the sea with your whole family, or kids 10 to 14 can attend unchaperoned. $30 per person. 10% discount for members. Call (918) 528-1508 or education@okaquarium.org
15 – 19 – Spring Break SeaCamp -- Give boredom the wave this Spring Break with our SeaCamp. The week-long adventure is designed for children in grades K-5th and provides a convenient option for working parents. Each camp day is from 9 am to 4 pm. $250 per child for the full week. Morning and afternoon care is available for an additional $5 per day with early drop-off starting at 8:00 am and late pick up until 5:30 pm. 10% discount for Aquarium members. Pre-registration is required. Call (918) 528-1508 or education@okaquarium.org
19 – Scout Day – The Oklahoma Aquarium hosts quarterly Scout Days to honor all youth organizations and their members such as Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Camp Fire, 4-H, FFA, etc. Members in uniform or carrying a membership card and one accompanying adult can be admitted to the Aquarium at our discounted Education Department group rates of $7 per youth and $10 per adult. They can also earn the Oklahoma Aquarium’s own Junior Biologist Badge.
April 2010
6 – Homeschool Day -- The Oklahoma Aquarium hosts quarterly Homeschool Days. These dates are reserved for Homeschool families and groups who cannot meet our normal 25 person minimum. $7 students, $10 adults. Pre-registration is required. Contact the Education Department at (918) 528-1508 or education@okaquarium.org
May 2010
15 – Aquarium Run -- Join the Oklahoma Aquarium for a celebration of family fitness with a 1 mile fun run, 5K and half-marathon. The race events are followed by a party on our own McGraw Beach with food, fun and activities for kids, and all registered runners and walkers receive free race day Aquarium admission. More details coming soon!
June 2010
1 – Scout Day – The Oklahoma Aquarium hosts quarterly Scout Days to honor all youth organizations and their members such as Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Camp Fire, 4-H, FFA, etc. Members in uniform or carrying a membership card and one accompanying adult can be admitted to the Aquarium at our discounted Education Department group rates of $7 per youth and $10 per adult. They can also earn the Oklahoma Aquarium’s own Junior Biologist Badge.
October 2010
27-31 – HallowMarine -- 6:30 to 9:00. Get ready for Halloween on the high seas! The Oklahoma Aquarium is spooky and salty with carnival games, a trick-or-treat trail and plenty of pirates roam the Aquarium handing out treats and tricks! $7 per youth, $10 per adult. Members receive $1 off
