Science Sprouts
2022-07-02 09:00 - 10:00, 2022-07-09 09:00 - 10:00, 2022-07-16 09:00 - 10:00, 2022-07-23 09:00 - 10:00, 2022-07-30 09:00 - 10:00, 2022-08-06 09:00 - 10:00, 2022-08-13 09:00 - 10:00, 2022-08-20 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) and 13 more dates | Bishop Museum of Science ﻿and Nature, 201 10th St. West, Bradenton, FL, 34205, United States
Budding scientists ages 2-5 can bring their favorite grown-up to explore and discover a variety of science and nature topics in the Mosaic Backyard Universe. The program sparks kids’ natural curiosity using imaginative play, crafts, stories, songs and more! Please note: This program does not include Museum admission.

On Saturday, June 4, explore “In the Deep Ocean”
On Saturday, June 11, explore “Swirly Whirly Snails”
On Saturday, June 18, explore “Manatee Mischief”
On Saturday, June 25, explore “Busy Buzzin’ Bees”
When/Where: 9-10am every Saturday in the Mosaic Backyard Universe
Cost: $12 per child for members of the Discovery Society; $15 per child for all others. (Includes one adult per child.)
Advance reservations required. Attendance limited to 12 children.

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The Bishop follows the CDC’s COVID-19 Community Levels guidelines. Please visit www.CDC.gov to see the current Manatee County Community Level before visiting. Masks must be worn indoors when Community Levels are high.

Bug-Out Habitats
2022-07-09 10:00 - 11:30 | UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
This class introduces children to the world of bugs!
The children will examine a variety of real bugs, and learn about bug anatomy, life cycles, habitats, the important role bugs play in nature and many cool facts about bugs. In this fun class, the children will make their own bug habitat to take home that is filled with pretend bugs, plants and other fun items created in their own unique design. Time and weather permitting, the children will go on a bug hunt in our educational garden and use their magnifiers to get a closer look.
This is one of our most popular children’s programs so sign up early as the class is limited to 15 children. Suitable for ages 4-12.
Please reach out to katiebg@ufl.edu with special accommodations at least 10 days prior to event.
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Moth Night!
2022-07-29 20:00 - 22:00, 2022-09-24 20:00 - 22:00 | Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34688, United States
Discover Denizens of the Dark at the Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center.

After a brief lecture and hands-on science experience, we will venture into the night to find moths of many sizes and colors, all attracted to our artificial lights.
Registration is required. Space is very limited.
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Beekeeping Basics Workshop
2022-08-23 09:00 - 12:00 | UF/IFAS Extension, Hillsborough County, 5339 County Road 579, Seffner, FL, 33584, United States
Learn about honeybee biology, caring for your colonies, types of hives & more!

What’s all the buzz about?
UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County is hosting the Beekeeping Basics Workshop! This workshop is for aspiring and beginning beekeepers. Join us to learn about honeybee biology, caring for your colonies, types of hives, and more!
This workshop will be held in person in the Conference Center at our office, UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County, 5339 County Road 579, Seffner, FL 33584. Masks are recommended but not required.
The $15 registration fee includes morning refreshments and educational materials.
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Questions? Contact: Allie Williams, 813-744-5519 Ext. 54119, allisonwilliams@ufl.edu.
Persons requiring special accommodations, per the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact Allie Williams at least (10) ten days prior to the event.
The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution.

Youth Program: Mosquito Mania
2022-08-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34688, United States
Have a future entomologist on your hands? Kids ages 6-11 are invited to learn about the wonderful world of insects!

We will discuss what makes insects different from other animals, what they need to live, their life cycle, and then apply what we learn to mosquitoes. After the presentation attendees can explore live aquatic insect stations and use microscopes to view them up close!
This youth program is geared toward ages 6 to 12. Registration is required and space is limited. Please register just your child (children). This is not a drop-off program.
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Presented by Kailey Travis, Environmental Specialist III with Pinellas County
Additional Notes: This program will be held in our auditorium. It takes about 10 minutes to drive from the preserve entrance (Keystone Rd.) to the parking lot, and there is a 2-5 minute walk from the parking lot to the auditorium. Follow signs to the auditorium. We will start promptly at 10am.

Bugs, bugs, bugs!
2022-09-30 10:00 - 12:00 | UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
Join us for a Workshop on Pest and Beneficial Insects. Get answers to your garden pest questions.

Do you want to learn more about pest and beneficial insects? During this 2-hour class we’ll cover insect life cycles, managements, identification, and more.
For more information, please contact Mack Lessig at (941) 722-4524 ext. 1821 or mlessig@ufl.edu. For special accomodations, please let us know 10 days before the class.
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The Butterflier’s Guide to the Galaxy, or least, Florida
2022-10-08 10:30 - 12:00 | Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34688, United States
Join us for an entertaining dive into the quirks and complexities of Butterflies!

Do butterflies drink tears from crocodile eyeballs? How can you fool a predator by wiggling your butt? Inquiring minds want to know, and John Lampkin has the answers to these and other compelling questions with photographic proof! And following this entertaining and educational presentation, cast your vote for Florida’s most beautiful butterfly!
Geared towards an adult audience.
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FOR KIDS ONLY -Our Native, Solitary Bees
2022-10-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Office, 1303 17th St W, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
For kids only! Learn about Florida’s native bees!

If you asked a child to show you a picture of a bee, most would automatically show you a honey bee. But do you know there are over 300 species of native bees in Florida? In this program, children will learn about the many kinds of native bees that are beneficial in the garden along with anatomy and interesting facts about native bees. They will gain a better understanding of pollination and learn about native bee habitats. The children will create their own bee hotel to hang outside their home. Sign up early for our brand new children’s program.
Class is limited to 15 children, ages 6-12. Fee $5 per child.
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Please submit special accommodation requests to katiebg@ufl.edu at least 10 days prior to the event. Refund requests must be submitted at least 24 hours before event.

Mosquito Control & Why It Matters
2022-11-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S, St. Petersburg, FL, 33705, United States
The Friends of Boyd Hill Nature Preserve and the St. Petersburg Parks and Recreation Department present the annual Natural History Speaker Series (NHSS), a program that offers fascinating presentations on the natural and cultural history of Florida by individuals who are authorities in their fields.
