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Horseshoe Crab Celebration
Horseshoe Crab Celebration
Come learn about an unusual sea creature known as the horseshoe crab. The Delaware Bay shorelines are the site of the largest horseshoe crab spawning in the world. Each year, horseshoe crabs come ashore by the thousands to spawn on the sandy beaches during the full and new moons in May and June. Make a craft, meet live horseshoe crabs and learn what makes them so special.
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Sensory Saturday
Sensory Saturday
Families affected by autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing or cognitive challenges, as well as guests requiring assistance for disabilities are invited to explore the aquarium before we open to the public. To create a sensory friendly environment there will be a decreased noise level, limited visual stimulation and less crowding.
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Junior Keepers
Junior Keepers
This is a great program for those future marine biologists! Come experience the aquarium from an employee’s point of view. Learn how to provide animal care including training, enrichment, and feeding for a variety of animals. You’ll go behind the scenes, meet live animals, and talk with our care staff.
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World Parrot Day
World Parrot Day
Drop in anytime between 3-5pm and join us in making a parrot themed craft to celebrate World Parrot Day!
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Mermaid Brizo’s Ocean Explorers
Mermaid Brizo’s Ocean Explorers
Come on an adventure to discover our Oceans! Our oceans are vast and full of things to discover. During this one-hour show, children will get the chance to play in hands-on activities, sing songs, and read books all with the Barnegat Bay Mermaid! Catch up with Mermaid Brizo before she swims back to the sea!