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		<name>Jenness Beach (Rye, NH, USA) Cleanup Celebrating World Ocean Day</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Jenness Beach (Rye, NH, USA) Cleanup Celebrating World Ocean Day</strong></p> <p>Join Blue Ocean Society in cleaning Jenness Beach in Rye, NH at 11 AM in celebration of World Ocean Day! During the cleanup, we'll record our findings on data cards as part of a pollution study in NH. We provide all supplies, plus refreshments. Families, individuals, and large and small groups all welcome!</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Blue Ocean Society for Marine Conservation<br/>----Phone: (603) 431-0260<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.blueoceansociety.org'>http://www.blueoceansociety.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 9th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (603) 431-0260<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.blueoceansociety.org'>http://www.blueoceansociety.org</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/66930001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Seafair 2007 at Patchogue (NY, USA) Riverfront</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Seafair 2007 at Patchogue (NY, USA) Riverfront</strong></p> <p>Riverfest, carnival, boat show, concert, river tour, flea market, and more...We invite you to attend in our educational expo</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Patchogue Riverfront Committee<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.Seafair.us'>http://www.Seafair.us</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8 - 10th</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):(631)790-6956<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.Seafair.us'>http://www.Seafair.us</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/66940001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Every Day is Ocean Day at the New England Aquarium</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Every Day is Ocean Day at the New England Aquarium</strong></p> <p>Walk Like a Penguin: Discover how penguins are adapted to life in the water and how they are connected to animals throughout the world's oceans. Caribbean Reef Talks: Explore a coral reef as you discover how you can assist in preserving this essential resource no matter where in the world you live. Discovery Corner: Especially for kids! Let the world know in your own words, what the ocean means to you! Live Animal Presentations: Meet an ocean expert and learn about how to protect the oceans of our world. The Ocean in Our Backyard: Explore the tidepools of New England at the hands-on "Edge of the Sea" exhibit.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: New England Aquarium<br/>----Phone: 617.973.5200<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.neaq.org'>http://www.neaq.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 3rd - 9th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): 617.973.5200<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.neaq.org'>http://www.neaq.org</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67020001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day at the Erie Zoo</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day at the Erie Zoo</strong></p> <p>Docents will staff a variety of stations including touch tables and craft tables highlighting ocean animals and conservation issues.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Erie Zoological Society<br/>----Phone: (814)864-4091<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.eriezoo.org'>http://www.eriezoo.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):(814)864-4091<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.eriezoo.org'>http://www.eriezoo.org</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67030001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Beyond the Boardwalk: The National Aquarium in Baltimore brings the Beach, Boardwalk and Beyond to the Aquarium</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Beyond the Boardwalk: The National Aquarium in Baltimore brings the Beach, Boardwalk and Beyond to the Aquarium</strong></p> <p>The National Aquarium in Baltimore will celebrate Beyond the Boardwalk, a series of events celebrating ocean life, and sharing ways to protect it. Previously called Ocean Awareness Days and held in Ocean City, Maryland, this is the first year the events will extend to Baltimore.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: National Aquarium in Baltimore<br/>----Phone: 410-576-3800<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.aqua.org'>http://www.aqua.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 9, 16, 23</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): 410-576-3800<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.aqua.org/beyondtheboardwalk.html'>http://www.aqua.org/beyondtheboardwalk.html</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67040001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Capitol Hill Ocean Week 2007</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Capitol Hill Ocean Week 2007</strong></p> <p>Capitol Hill Ocean Week 2007 will bring together a wide-range of stakeholders to discuss current ocean and coastal issues. Panel speakers include Members of Congress, as well as representatives of the federal and state government, industry, academia, and nonprofits. In conjunction with Capitol Hill Ocean Week 2007, the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation (NMSF) is planning its Annual Leadership Awards Dinner on June 5, 2007. The NMSF will present its Lifetime Achievement Award to NOAA's first administrator, Dr. Robert M. White.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: National Marine Sanctuary Foundation<br/>----Phone: (301) 608-3040<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.nmsfocean.org'>http://www.nmsfocean.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 5th- 7th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (301) 608-3040<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://nmsfocean.org/chow2007/index.html'>http://nmsfocean.org/chow2007/index.html</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67050001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day at the Georgia Aquarium</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day at the Georgia Aquarium</strong></p> <p>Details coming soon!</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Georgia Aquarium<br/>----Phone: (404) 581-4000<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.georgiaaquarium.org'>http://www.georgiaaquarium.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (404) 581-4000<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.georgiaaquarium.org'>http://www.georgiaaquarium.org</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67060001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day at the Museum of Discovery and Science</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day at the Museum of Discovery and Science</strong></p> <p>Dive into the excitement of World Ocean Day. Join the Museum of Discovery and Science and a variety of community partners that strive to educate on the importance of the world's oceans. Construct marine animal crafts, explore our tidal pool pals, win prizes playing aquatic food-web games, and become inspired to act as you participate in our interactive animal presentations. Come on out and enjoy the fun! "Sea" you there!</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Fort lauderdale Museum of Discovery and Science<br/>----Phone: (954)467-6637<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.mods.org'>http://www.mods.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 9th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (954)467-6637<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.mods.org'>http://www.mods.org</a><br/></p><p><a href=' http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67070001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day World Ocean Day at O.N.E.W.I.L.D.W.O.R.L.D.</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day World Ocean Day at O.N.E.W.I.L.D.W.O.R.L.D.</strong></p> <p>Details coming soon!</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: O.N.E.W.I.L.D.W.O.R.L.D<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.freewebs.com/onewildworld'>http://www.freewebs.com/onewildworld</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):(772)336-9252<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.freewebs.com/onewildworld'>http://www.freewebs.com/onewildworld</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67080001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Kachemak Kayak Festival, Wooden Boat Festival, and Sea Fair in Homer Alaska</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Kachemak Kayak Festival, Wooden Boat Festival, and Sea Fair in Homer Alaska</strong></p> <p>Combining the Kachemak Kayak Festival, Wooden Boat Festival, and Sea Fair for a weeklong festival by the sea beginning Memorial Day weekend.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Homer Chamber of Commerce<br/>----Phone: (907) 235-7740<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.homeralaska.org/'>http://www.homeralaska.org/</a></p><p>Date(s): May 24th - June 3rd</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):(907)235-7740<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.homeralaska.org/'>http://www.homeralaska.org/</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67090001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Ocean Day of Seabirds</strong></p> <p>Join us for two full days of celebrating seabirds of our world ocean.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Alaska Sea Life Center<br/>----Phone: (907) 224-6300<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.alaskasealife.org/'>http://www.alaskasealife.org/</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th - 9th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (907) 224-6300<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.alaskasealife.org/New/visitors/index.php?page=special-events.php'>http://www.alaskasealife.org/New/visitors/index.php?page=special-events.php</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67100001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day Celebration at Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium </name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day Celebration at Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium </strong></p> <p>Celebrate World Ocean Day at Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium on Saturday, June 9, and find out how you are inextricably connected to the ocean! No matter where you live -- on the coast or inland -- you're connected to the world's oceans. From the air you breathe to the food you eat, by helping the oceans you're helping yourself! To get in the spirit, we'll have a boatload of activities, crafts, presentations, and sites to see! All activities are free with zoo admission. Watch for updates at www.pdza.org or call 253-591-5337.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium<br/>----Phone: (253) 591-5337<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.pdza.org'>http://www.pdza.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 9th</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):253-591-5337<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.pdza.org'>http://www.pdza.org</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67110001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Weekend at Seattle Aquarium CANCELLED</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Weekend at Seattle Aquarium CANCELLED</strong></p> <p>Special weekend event concelled due to construction of new exhibits</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Seattle Aquarium<br/>----Phone: (206) 386.4300<br/>----URL: <a href='http://seattleaquarium.org'>http://seattleaquarium.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 7th</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):(206)386-4300<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://seattleaquarium.org'>http://seattleaquarium.org</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67120001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day at the Monterey Bay Aquarium</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day at the Monterey Bay Aquarium</strong></p> <p>About 70% of our planet is covered by ocean. Come celebrate this amazing ecosystem and discover your role is assuring we have healthy oceans in the future. We'll have fun and educational activities for the entire family including special auditorium presentations, booths from conservation organizations, crafts for kids, prize drawings and much more!</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Monterey Bay Aquarium<br/>----Phone: (831) 648-4888<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.mbayaq.org'>http://www.mbayaq.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 9th</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):(831)648-4888<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.mbayaq.org'>http://www.mbayaq.org</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67130001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Summer Leadership Institute</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Summer Leadership Institute</strong></p> <p>Teachers, help create ocean literate communities and improve science instruction at your school! Participate in classroom and field experiences in a variety of marine habitats. Tidepooling at sunrise, exploring a salt marsh, and boating across the Monterey Bay Submarine Canyon in search of marine mammals are just some the experiences included in the institute. Daily instruction includes an array of ocean science content, hands-on activities from the MARE curriculum, and leadership activities delivered by educators, scientists, and storytellers. Instruction covers inquiry-based science; leading effective field experiences for students; the MARE Online Support System; building comprehension and science content through reading; addressing the needs of English learners; and incorporating storytelling and art into your science program. Participants receive the MARE curriculum, an inquiry-driven, grade-level specific, standards-based teachers guide appropriate for all students, in addition to other supplemental materials. Participants are prepared to become leaders as they guide the implementation of the MARE program at their school or district. In this capacity, they gain skills to help their school or district improve its overall science curriculum and instruction. K-6 teachers or those working with K-6 teachers are encouraged to apply; grades 7-8 teachers are welcome to attend (curriculum easily adaptable).</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Lawrence Hall of Science, Marine Activities Resources and Education<br/>----Phone: (510) 642-5008<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.lawrencehallofscience.org/mare/'>http://www.lawrencehallofscience.org/mare/</a></p><p>Date(s): July 29th</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):(510)642-5008<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.lawrencehallofscience.org/mare/profdev/summer.html'>http://www.lawrencehallofscience.org/mare/profdev/summer.html</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67140001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Wonders of Water</strong></p> <p>Learn about the amazing world of water, including information on the ocean, local creeks, and the animals that reside in water, as well as how you can play a part in conserving it. Zookeeper talks, a walk-through "ocean", ocean crafts, storytelling, and more. Event is from 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. and is free with Zoo admission.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Santa Barbara Zoo<br/>----Phone: (805) 962-5339<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.sbzoo.org/'>http://www.sbzoo.org/</a></p><p>Date(s): June 3rd</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):(805) 962-5339<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.sbzoo.org/'>http://www.sbzoo.org/</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67150001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>STAR ECO Station's 1st Annual World Ocean Day</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>STAR ECO Station's 1st Annual World Ocean Day</strong></p> <p>STAR ECO Station is inviting over 1,200 local students to Dockweiler Beach on Friday, June 8 for a fun-filled morning of marine education and exploration as part of the inaugural Children's World Ocean Day celebration. In partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA), the STAR ECO Station has created this wonderful learning opportunity for fourth and fifth graders at Title-I (low-income) schools throughout Southern California. Supervised by STAR Education teachers and accompanied by the their classroom teachers, students will rotate through a variety of hands-on education stations that stress ocean awareness. For many of these children, it will be their first opportunity to explore our local beaches. <br/>On the same day, an estimated 15,000 STAR Education students will join us in ocean education activities throughout the state of California in celebration of Children's World Ocean Day.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: STAR ECO Station<br/>----Phone: (310)842-8060<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.ecostation.org'>http://www.ecostation.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):(310)842-8040<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://starinc.brinkster.net/ecostation/worldoceanday.htm'>http://starinc.brinkster.net/ecostation/worldoceanday.htm</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67160001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day Celebration at the Ocean Institute</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day Celebration at the Ocean Institute</strong></p> <p>Come to the Ocean Institute to celebrate World Ocean Day! Join us for hands on labs to learn about pollution prevention in our watersheds, conduct experiments to view the cycle of water on our planet, children's stories and crafts, a viewing of the Surfrider Foundation film Sea to Summit and more. We will be offering a Naturalist guided tidepool walk into the Dana Point Marine Life Refuge, found at the Ocean Institute's back door, from 10:30 AM to 12 PM. We will also be conducting a beach clean-up in the Refuge.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Ocean Institute<br/>----Phone: (949) 496-2274<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.ocean-institute.org'>http://www.ocean-institute.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 9th</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):(949)496-2274<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.ocean-institute.org'>http://www.ocean-institute.org</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67170001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>2007 SOS International Clean Oceans Conference</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>2007 SOS International Clean Oceans Conference</strong></p> <p>Sustainability and Participatory Action, Then and Now" Ecological footprints, and sustainable futures. Proactive Solutions from top experts. Successful Marine Projects; How to do more & Where to Start or join. A time for meeting of the non-profit, business, state and federal communities to celebrate partnerships and build new bridges that increase sustainable island values. The tentative schedule for the Conference is: a morning 10 year anniversary Reef Check in front of the Princeville hotel (Pu'u Poa), afternooon guest speakers, an afternoon movie or two, student presentations, evening guest speakers, a silent auction and Live music.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: SOS - Save our Seas<br/>----Phone: (808) 651-3452<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.saveourseas.org/cleanOceans2007.htm'>http://www.saveourseas.org/cleanOceans2007.htm</a></p><p>Date(s): </p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):(808)651-3452<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.saveourseas.org/cleanOceans2007.htm'>http://www.saveourseas.org/cleanOceans2007.htm</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67180001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day at Maui Ocean Center</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day at Maui Ocean Center</strong></p> <p>Maui Ocean Center will be celebrating World Ocean Day all week long! From June 8th through June 15th, join us for a unique ocean celebration that should not be missed. Activities will include the "Think Globally, Eat Locally" dinner on June 8th featuring sustainable seafood and Maui-grown products; Oceanfest, a gathering of local businesses, environmental organizations, artists, and entertainers for a weekend of fun, activities and celebration (June 9th-10th); Special talks and presentations by our naturalists, and more! This weeklong event offers individuals a chance to learn more about their connection with our ocean and how we can all help protect and conserve it through positive changes in our daily lives. Visit our website for further details! </p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Maui Ocean Center<br/>----Phone: (808) 270-7000<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.mauioceancenter.com/home.html'>http://www.mauioceancenter.com/home.html</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th - 15th</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):(808)270-7000<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.mauioceancenter.com/News_and_Calendar.html'>http://www.mauioceancenter.com/News_and_Calendar.html</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67190001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Let Our Oceans Live</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Let Our Oceans Live</strong></p> <p>On June 5, 2007 the United Nations World Environment Day, Howard Shapiro will be releasing his Random Notes: A Songwriter's Journey CD which features music with themes about environmental protection, human rights and peace. The song "Let Our Oceans Live" from the CD addresses the issue of protecting our ocean resources.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Performing and Fine Artists for World Peace<br/>----Phone: (808) 985-8725<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.artistsandpeace.org'>http://www.artistsandpeace.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 5th</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):808-985-8725<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.artistsandpeace.org'>http://www.artistsandpeace.org</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67200001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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			<coordinates>-155.2530000,19.5597000</coordinates>
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		<name>World Ocean Day at the Texas State Aquarium</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day at the Texas State Aquarium</strong></p> <p>The Texas State Aquarium is teaming up with the Urban Science Initiative to bring the biggest World Ocean Day celebration to South Texas! Through this partnership, we are proud to present "Oceanarium" on World Ocean Day. This event will offer individuals a chance to learn more about their connection to our ocean through seminars, activities and visits with the National Weather Service, City of Corpus Christi-Storm Water Dept, Texas General Land Office Adopt-a-Beach program, Coastal Bend Bays and Estuaries Foundation and the Gulf of Mexico Foundation. "Oceanarium" will also include representatives from regional wildlife refuges, authors from Peru and across the nation, hurricane chasers, the SPI Sea Life Center, U.S. Navy and keynote speaker, Dr. Ellen Prager. This event will still be free with admission to the Aquarium.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Texas State Aquarium<br/>----Phone: 361.881.1200<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.texasstateaquarium.org'>http://www.texasstateaquarium.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): 361.881.1200<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='www.texasstateaquarium.org'>www.texasstateaquarium.org</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67210001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Great Lake Awareness at the Shedd Aquarium </name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Great Lake Awareness at the Shedd Aquarium </strong></p> <p>Join the Shedd Aquarium as we lead several beach clean-ups along Lake Michigan.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: John G. Shedd Aquarium<br/>----Phone: (312) 939-2438<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.sheddaquarium.org'>http://www.sheddaquarium.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (312) 939-2438<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.sheddaquarium.org'>http://www.sheddaquarium.org</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67220001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day at the Albuquerque Aquarium</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day at the Albuquerque Aquarium</strong></p> <p>Come to the Aquarium to discover the wealth of diverse and beautiful ocean creatures and habitats, how our daily actions affect them and how we are all interconnected. Call (505) 848-7180 for more information.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Albuquerque Aquarium<br/>----Phone: (505) 768-2000<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.cabq.gov/biopark/aquarium/index.html'>http://www.cabq.gov/biopark/aquarium/index.html</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (505) 768-2000<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.cabq.gov/biopark/common/juneevents.html#WOD'>http://www.cabq.gov/biopark/common/juneevents.html#WOD</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67230001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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			<coordinates>-106.6780000,35.0934000</coordinates>
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		<name>World Ocean Day at Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day at Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre</strong></p> <p>Details coming soon!</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre<br/>----Phone: (604) 659-3474<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.vanaqua.org/home/'>http://www.vanaqua.org/home/</a></p><p>Date(s): May 1st - 6th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (604) 659-3474<br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.vanaqua.org/home/'>http://www.vanaqua.org/home/</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67240001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Jump In</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Jump In</strong></p> <p>The grade 5/6 students of First Avenue will be researching endangered species and collaborating on researching and designing a full wall mural of endangered species in the oceans. We will then celebrate the mural with the community to raise awareness!</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: First Avenue Public School<br/>----Phone: (613) 239-2261<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www1.ocdsb.edu.on.ca/faveweb/'>http://www1.ocdsb.edu.on.ca/faveweb/</a></p><p>Date(s): </p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (613) 239-2261<br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href='http://www1.ocdsb.edu.on.ca/faveweb/'>http://www1.ocdsb.edu.on.ca/faveweb/</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67250001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Oceans Day  in Surrey, BC, Canada</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Oceans Day  in Surrey, BC, Canada</strong></p> <p>Join us for free family fun, celebrate the marvels of our ocean, see touch and learn about our local sea horse and other sea creatures, enjoy interpretive beach walks, environmental displays, crafts for all ages, face painting, live music, food, prizes and more! Rain or shine, dress for the weather.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: City of Surrey<br/>----Phone: (604) 591-4011<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.surrey.ca/'>http://www.surrey.ca/</a></p><p>Date(s): June 3rd</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (604) 591-4011<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.surrey.ca/Living+in+Surrey/Environment/Events/World+Oceans+Day.htm'>http://www.surrey.ca/Living+in+Surrey/Environment/Events/World+Oceans+Day.htm</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67260001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>The Zostera Activity</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>The Zostera Activity</strong></p> <p>3 days of outdoor invitation to fieldwork, enabling 134 members of the next generation of leaders to learn about, to participate in and to create a new type of bond with their marine environment.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Zip (Priority Intervention Zone) Committee<br/>----Phone: (418) 986-6633<br/>----URL: <a href='http://zipdesiles.org'>http://zipdesiles.org</a></p><p>Date(s): May 30th - June 1st</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (418) 986-6633<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://zipdesiles.org'>http://zipdesiles.org</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67270001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day 2007  with CEDEPESCA </name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day 2007  with CEDEPESCA </strong></p> <p>This year CEDEPESCA has programmed the World Ocean Day celebration inside the "Ocean Week". From June 1st to 8th activities related to sensitizing to the public with respect to the care of the ocean and its natural resources will be carried out. The predicted activities included workshops to local community offered by specialists (sustainable fisheries, sharks, marine birds, mammalian sailors, etc.), guided visits to Municipal Aquarius, gastronomical events with sustainable seafood, Drawing Aid and Infantile painting, marines videos projection, conference with participation of the Pioneers in Marine Sciences of Mar del Plata city and Painting Aid for artists among other activities. The central act will be on June 8th, like last year, continuing the diffusion of Ocean Citizen Passport.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Development Center Sustainable Fisheries (CEDEPESC)<br/>----Phone: (0223) 489 6397<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.cedepesca.org.ar/'>http://www.cedepesca.org.ar/</a></p><p>Date(s): June 1st to 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (0223) 489 6397<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.cedepesca.org.ar/'>http://www.cedepesca.org.ar/</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67280001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Ocean Commotion</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Ocean Commotion</strong></p> <p>Celebrate World Oceans Day; be marine friendly, ceate a giant comic strip and make a tropical fish money box.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust<br/>----Phone: 01803 606035<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.countryside-trust.org.uk/'>http://www.countryside-trust.org.uk/</a></p><p>Date(s): June 9th</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):01803 528841<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.countryside-trust.org.uk/events/may_jun_05.htm'>http://www.countryside-trust.org.uk/events/may_jun_05.htm</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67290001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day Celebration at the Barbican Theatre</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day Celebration at the Barbican Theatre</strong></p> <p>Multi Cultural Dance, Singing, Music and Making workshops for 13-21 year olds. The day will culminate in a celebratory procession (up to 150 people) around the Barbican and Waterfront area of Plymouth, and will include a traditional ceremonial offering (thank you) to the Ocean. We aim to encourage workshop participants and the general public to make a personnel connections with the ocean by taking them on an informative journey encouraging them to identify with, look after and celebrate the heritage value of the ocean. WORLD OCEAN DAY CELEBRATION is just one of the events from THE OCEAN PROJECT. The Ocean Project funded by Heritage Lottery Fund's Young Roots Programme, the Arts Council and Plymouth Arts, is currently producing 'two-thirds BLUE' a breath taking dance theatre performance which takes a clear blue look at how the ocean has changed mankind & how mankind is changing the ocean. 16 inspired dancers explore how the balance is tipping, the future of the planet is in the blue bit. The performance tours to educational, arts and community venues with an accessible workshop programme.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Barbican Theatre<br/>----Phone: (01752) 267131<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.barbicantheatre.co.uk'>http://www.barbicantheatre.co.uk</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th - 9th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (01752) 267131<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.barbicantheatre.co.uk'>http://www.barbicantheatre.co.uk</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67300001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Thames Clean-up</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Thames Clean-up</strong></p> <p>The Museum moves outdoors and embarks on an environmental crusade to help clean up the Thames at Greenwich. Get friends and family involved and help us pick up plastic bags, dig up shopping trolleys and discover archaeological treasures on the north shore of the Thames at Greenwich. This is in partnership with Thames21, an environmental charity which works with communities and volunteers across London to bring its waterways back to life. They provide the expertise, wellies, gloves, socks and health and safety training, so there is no excuse for not getting involved. The meeting point is the north entrance of the Greenwich foot tunnel at Island Gardens. Children are very welcome but anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a supervising adult. The Museum cannot bear any responsibility for loss or injury.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich<br/>----Phone: 44 (0)20 8858 4422<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.nmm.ac.uk/learning'>http://www.nmm.ac.uk/learning</a></p><p>Date(s): June 3rd</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): 44 (0)20 8858 4422<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.nmm.ac.uk/learning'>http://www.nmm.ac.uk/learning</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67310001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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			<coordinates>-0.0023000,51.4822000</coordinates>
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		<name>Marine Conservation Seminars by BICREF</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Marine Conservation Seminars by BICREF</strong></p> <p>Seminars will be held on various marine conservation issues in preparation of the actual marine field surveys.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: The Biological Conservation Research Found (BICREF)<br/>----Phone: 56 2340 3049<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.bicref.org'>http://www.bicref.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 9th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): 56 2340 3049<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.bicref.org'>http://www.bicref.org</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67320001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day</strong></p> <p>details coming soon</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Doule Links Venture<br/>----URL: <a href=''></a></p><p>Date(s): </p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href=''></a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67330001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Aquafest in Central Hong Kong</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Aquafest in Central Hong Kong</strong></p> <p>It's for all ages and all abilities! Bring your lungs, your friends and your family! 2.2 km Open Water Swim (New category this year for those who want to use fins), Sea Kayaking, Surf Ski Racing, Beach Sprints, Volley Ball, Frisbee, BBQ, Dj's & Dancing.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Aquafest<br/>----URL: <a href='http://d2adrenaline.com'>http://d2adrenaline.com</a></p><p>Date(s): June 9th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://d2adrenaline.com'>http://d2adrenaline.com</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67340001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day Quiz</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day Quiz</strong></p> <p>This quiz will be conducted for school children to test their knowledge of the ocean and teach of its importance and that of the many vanishing sea animals and other species.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: BSR Technologies<br/>----URL: <a href='http://sureshraj.blog.com'>http://sureshraj.blog.com</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://sureshraj.blog.com'>http://sureshraj.blog.com</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67350001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Wine Cruise in Halong Bay</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Wine Cruise in Halong Bay</strong></p> <p>The third annual Wine Cruise will be held aboard the Emeraude departing from the Press Club on Saturday 19 May at 9h00 and returning to Hanoi on Sunday, 20 May at 12h00. This overnight cruise, sailing from Halong, will cruise some of Halong Bay's most exciting locations, indulge in wine tasting in a cave and drop into Cau Van Village for a taste of the local lifestyle. Activities planned for this special overnight cruise include the welcoming Wine Reception, seminars on Wine Tasting Fundamentals and "Grand Tasting", as well as Dinner and a Question & Answer session with a Wines Expert from the Warehouse.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Emeraude Classic Cruises<br/>----Phone: (84-4) 934 0888<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.emeraude-cruises.com'>http://www.emeraude-cruises.com</a></p><p>Date(s): May 19th</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):8449340888<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.emeraude-cruises.com'>http://www.emeraude-cruises.com</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67360001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Environment Week</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Environment Week</strong></p> <p>Environment Week is an annual event for Fiji and is organized by the Ministry of Environment. World Ocean Day falls on the 8th of June which is the last day of the Environment Week. It is planned that the 8th of June will solely be dedicated to mark World Ocean Day and when a ball will be held to fundraise for Fiji's Turtle Project. There will be an Essay competition for school students and an Arts competition too. There will also be displays.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries & Forests<br/>----Phone: (679) 3384233<br/><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):679 9274745<br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href=''></a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67370001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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			<coordinates>178.4310000,-18.1299000</coordinates>
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		<name>Ocean Photo Essay</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Ocean Photo Essay</strong></p> <p>A beautiful online photo essay documenting the special ocean and coastal places The Nature Conservancy works to protect.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: The Nature Conservancy<br/>----Phone: (703) 841-5300<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.nature.org'>http://www.nature.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (703) 841-5300<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.nature.org/initiatives/marine/about/art15524.html'>http://www.nature.org/initiatives/marine/about/art15524.html</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67380001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day with Herring Gut Learning Center</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day with Herring Gut Learning Center</strong></p> <p>Ocean Education - 7 Herring Gut Learning Center Aquaculture students will present their end of the year creative interactive displays on ocean awareness and conservation from 12- 2 pm. Additionally, they are publishing a newsletter on their research of local pollution issues. The entire student body of the St George School (K-8) is invited to come, in addition to the community at large. These seven presenting students will be on hand to answer questions and engage the public in conservation about their studies. Additionally, there will be a touch tank on the premises, with local marine creatures for viewing. Also, four local conservation groups have been invited to present printed materials, engage in conversation, and inform residents of upcoming events during the two hour session. From 3-4:30 that same day HGLC and JML will offer Afternoon Aquatics: Marine Litter, an after-school program about the devastating effects of marine litter on local marine ecosystems. The marine litter will then get recycled into </p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Jackson Memorial Library<br/>----Phone: (207) 372-8961<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.jacksonmem.lib.me.us/'>http://www.jacksonmem.lib.me.us/</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (207) 372-8961<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.jacksonmem.lib.me.us/pressreleases/oceansday.html'>http://www.jacksonmem.lib.me.us/pressreleases/oceansday.html</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67390001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Surf Ogunquit Launches</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Surf Ogunquit Launches</strong></p> <p>Ogunquit's First Environmental Leader hotel launches Maine's only surfing getaway in combination with Liquid Dreams, Maine's largest surf shop. The getaway will benefit the Surfrider Foundation, a grassroots organization working to protect our oceans. For more information, visit meadowmere.com or call 207-646-9661.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Meadowmere Resort/Liquid Dreams<br/>----Phone: 207-646-9661<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.meadowmere.com'>http://www.meadowmere.com</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th - September 30th</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):207-646-9661<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.meadowmere.com'>http://www.meadowmere.com</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67400001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day at the Seymour Center</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day at the Seymour Center</strong></p> <p>Celebrate our blue planet with free admission to the Seymour Center all day! Visit the Seymour Center and learn more about the oceans and what we can do to celebrate and protect them. Visitors will also have an opportunity to tour the marine lab, visit the world's largest whale skeleton, make a fun take home craft, enjoy activity sheets, or do a scavenger hunt in the exhibit hall.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Seymour Center at Long Marine Lab<br/>----URL: <a href='http://seymourcenter.ucsc.edu'>http://seymourcenter.ucsc.edu</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href='http://seymourcenter.ucsc.edu'>http://seymourcenter.ucsc.edu</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67410001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Shark Reef World Ocean Days at at Mandalay Bay</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Shark Reef World Ocean Days at at Mandalay Bay</strong></p> <p>Shark Reef will be providing an open classroom session with access to materials regarding conservation of local, regional, and global resources. This will include both aquatic and terrestrial elements. Featured will be information from Project Aware, the Nature Conservancy, The Ocean Project, Seafood Watch, Reef Check and AZA to name a few.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Mandalay Bay<br/>----Phone: 1-877-632-7800<br/>----URL: <a href='http://mandalaybay.com'>http://mandalaybay.com</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th - 10th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): 1-877-632-7800<br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href='http://mandalaybay.com'>http://mandalaybay.com</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67420001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Annual Beach Sweep with the Shediac Bay Watershed Association</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Annual Beach Sweep with the Shediac Bay Watershed Association</strong></p> <p>Residents of the Shediac Bay watershed are invited to assist the Shediac Bay Watershed Association for a few hours to collect garbage strewn along our beaches. Join us for our 6th Annual Beach Sweepon Saturday June 9. The event will begin by meeting at the Interpretation Centre next to the Shediac Bay Marina (164 Pleasant St., Shediac) at 10:30 am where Beach Sweep cleaning materials and information on World Oceans Day will be available. A free BBQ will be offered after the clean-up to all participants. Prizes to be won! Beach Sweep is a clean-up of the shoreline to collect and identify the debris found on our beaches. The event is aimed at addressing the problem of marine debris and helping to protect and conserve our marine environment and its living resources. In addition, data is collected on the debris. This information will enable us to identify concrete measures to tackle the problem at its source. Your contribution as a volunteer will help us find practical solutions to litter. Come help us celebrate </p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Shediac Bay Watershed Association<br/>----Phone: 506-533-8880<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.sbwa-abvbs.net'>http://www.sbwa-abvbs.net</a></p><p>Date(s): June 9th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): 506-533-8880<br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.sbwa-abvbs.net'>http://www.sbwa-abvbs.net</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67430001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Dia Mundial del Ociano S.O. S. ARRECIFES</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Dia Mundial del Ociano S.O. S. ARRECIFES</strong></p> <p>Campaqa mundial que incita a la poblacisn de todos los pamses del mundo a colgar una bandera o tela de color azul en la puerta (o ventana) de su casa, trabajo u oficina para manifestarte en contra de la contaminacisn de los Ocianos y Arrecifes de Coral.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: S.O.S. Arrecifes<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.gratisweb.com/arrecifelatino'>http://www.gratisweb.com/arrecifelatino</a></p><p>Date(s): </p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.gratisweb.com/arrecifelatino'>http://www.gratisweb.com/arrecifelatino</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67440001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day Celebration with the Plymouth Marine Sciences Partnership</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day Celebration with the Plymouth Marine Sciences Partnership</strong></p> <p>details coming soon</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Plymouth Marine Sciences Partnership<br/>----Phone: +44 (0)1752 633 234<br/>----URL: <a href='http://web.pml.ac.uk/pmsp/'>http://web.pml.ac.uk/pmsp/</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th - 9th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): +44 (0)1752 633 234<br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href='http://web.pml.ac.uk/pmsp/'>http://web.pml.ac.uk/pmsp/</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67450001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Seas the Day and Celebrate World Oceans Day at the Atlantaquaria</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Seas the Day and Celebrate World Oceans Day at the Atlantaquaria</strong></p> <p>Galway Atlantaquaria together with the Marine Institute will celebrate World Ocean Day on June 10th. Our goal is to make people more familiar with the Ocean's Biodiversity focusing especially on its Irish part. Our approach consists of getting people's attention with various attractions taking place in our aquarium. Local advertisement, drawing competition, talks of scientists and researchers from Marine Institute of Ireland and National University of Ireland in Galway, interactive plays, marine laboratory section as well as diving tanks and beach walks are already in the program of the World Ocean Day held in the Galway Atlantaquaria on the 10th of June 2007.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: National Aquarium of Ireland (Galway Atlantaquaria)<br/>----Phone: (091) 585 100<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.nationalaquarium.ie'>http://www.nationalaquarium.ie</a></p><p>Date(s): June 10th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (091) 585 100<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.nationalaquarium.ie/showEventItem.php?id=24'>http://www.nationalaquarium.ie/showEventItem.php?id=24</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67460001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Year of the Dolphin Awareness Campaign </name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Year of the Dolphin Awareness Campaign </strong></p> <p>Based in the sea classroom in Loro Parque (Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain) we will perform interactive educacional activities with schools all over the archipelago through a web based videoconference system. Our educators will tell the school pupils about the need to preserve the small cetaceans and the threats they are facing. We will emphasize the need to enforce the celebration of a International Conference to set up a new International Agreement for the conservation of the Southern East Atlantic small cetacean populations.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Loro Parque Fundación  <br/>----Phone: +34 922 373110<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.loroparque-fundacion.org'>http://www.loroparque-fundacion.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th - October 30th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): +34 922 373110<br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.loroparque-fundacion.org'>http://www.loroparque-fundacion.org</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67470001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Celebrate Our World Ocean Day with ZAFFIDE</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Celebrate Our World Ocean Day with ZAFFIDE</strong></p> <p>A beach clean up done by fishing communities and school children.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: ZAFFIDE (Zanzibar Association for Farmers and Fishermen Development)<br/>----Phone: +255-24-223-8557<br/><p>Date(s): June 5th - 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): +255-24-223-8557<br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href=''></a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67480001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day's Competition at the National Disaster Warning Center (Thailand)</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day's Competition at the National Disaster Warning Center (Thailand)</strong></p> <p>A painting competition on "The Sea and The Coral" for kindergarten students.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: National Disaster Warning Center (Thailand)<br/>----Phone: (662) 589-2497 # 24<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.ndwc.or.th'>http://www.ndwc.or.th</a></p><p>Date(s): </p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (662) 589-2497 # 24<br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.ndwc.or.th'>http://www.ndwc.or.th</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67490001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>North Beach Life Guard Chair</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>North Beach Life Guard Chair</strong></p> <p>The Sharkbait Foundation will celebrate World Ocean Day by painting the North Beach lifeguard chair.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Sharkbait Foundation <br/>----Phone: (904)826-0987<br/><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):(904) 826-0987<br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href=''></a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67510001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day 2007 at the Smithsonian Marine Ecosystem Exhibit </name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day 2007 at the Smithsonian Marine Ecosystem Exhibit </strong></p> <p>Have you thanked your ocean recently? The ocean provides us with oxygen, food, medicine and MUCH more! Come celebrate the wonders of our blue planet with hands-on activities, touch tank demonstrations, guided tours and interactive displays. Staff and volunteers will be on hand to help you make EVERYDAY Ocean Day!</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Smithsonian Marine Ecosystem Exhibit <br/>----Phone: 772-462-3474<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.sms.si.edu/SMEE'>http://www.sms.si.edu/SMEE</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th (10:00AM - 3:00PM)</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): 772-462-3474<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.sms.si.edu/SMEE/calendar.htm#wod'>http://www.sms.si.edu/SMEE/calendar.htm#wod</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67520001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Celebrate World Ocean Day in the San Francisco Bay Area! </name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Celebrate World Ocean Day in the San Francisco Bay Area! </strong></p> <p>We will be hosting two events: <br/>Friday: 08 June 2007, 08:00pm-11:00pm<br/>Preview Ocean related films and meet several leaders in the Ocean Conservation community including filmmakers, marine biologists, and other notable guests of honor at the Gallery Lounge, a cocktail lounge and art gallery located near downtown San Francisco at Brannan and 4th Streets (across from the Bank of America). <br/>Saturday, 09 June 2007, 12:00pm-4:00pm: <br/>Join us for the screenings of several Ocean related films, including Sharks: Stewards of the Reef, at the Lark Theater in Larkspur, California from noon to 4pm on Saturday, 09 June 2007. The Lark is a non-profit single screen theater built in the 1930s,. and shows first run and independent films.<br/> These events are brought to you by<a href=http://coare.org target=_blank>COARE</a>,<a href=http://oceanhealth.org target=_blank>Oceanhealth.org</a>,<a href=http://oceanrevolution.org target=_blank>Ocean Revolution</a>,<a href=http://sharkstewards.com target=_blank>Sharks:St</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Center for Oceanic Awareness, Research, and Education (COARE)<br/>----URL: <a href='http://coare.org/'>http://coare.org/</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th-9th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://oceandaysf.org/'>http://oceandaysf.org/</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67530001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Film Festival June 8th in San Francisco</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Film Festival June 8th in San Francisco</strong></p> <p>A Film Festival at the Gallery Lounge at 7 PM in the SMOMA will kick off the World Ocean Film Festival event.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: The Surfrider Foundation San Francisco (California)<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.surfrider.org/'>http://www.surfrider.org/</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th, 8:00PM - 11:00PM</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.surfrider.org/'>http://www.surfrider.org/</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67540001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Film Festival June 9th in Larkspur</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Film Festival June 9th in Larkspur</strong></p> <p>The Marin Surfrider Foundation and the California Ocean Communicators Alliance invites ocean lovers to celebrate our ocean on World Ocean Day Saturday June 9th at the Lark Theater, 549 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur, from noon to 4 PM. We are featuring ocean films including Sharks: Stewards of the Reef; an exciting coral reef and shark film by Sausalito filmmakers Trillium Films, and other short conservation films from Shifting Baselines, Thank You  Ocean and Healthy Oceans; Healthy Humans. We will end the film lineup with a surf film by Jack Johnson. Information booths and activities will be located outside the lobby with music, a hula performance and other activities. This ocean awareness event will be a fundraiser for the Lark theater to support the Screensaver LLC's efforts to buy and maintain this independent theater.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: The Surfrider Foundation, Marin<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.surfrider.org/marin'>http://www.surfrider.org/marin</a></p><p>Date(s): June 9th, noon to 4pm</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.surfrider.org/marin'>http://www.surfrider.org/marin</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67550001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Catch on! Fish Contamination, Bioaccumulation and Healthy Fishing</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Catch on! Fish Contamination, Bioaccumulation and Healthy Fishing</strong></p> <p>8:30am: K-12 educators' workshop featuring inquiry-based activities related to healthy fishing practices, ocean pollution and biological effects of pesticides in the marine environment, AND<br/>11:00am: a public lecture by NOAA scientist Dr. David Witting, "DDT, PCB, past mistakes and the legacy left behind: what can we do now?" http://www.usc.edu/org/cosee-west</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Cabrillo Marine Aquarium <br/>----Phone: (310) 548-7562<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.cabrilloaq.org'>http://www.cabrilloaq.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (310) 548-7562<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.cabrilloaq.org/june.html'>http://www.cabrilloaq.org/june.html</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67560001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Thank You Oceans Day </name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Thank You Oceans Day </strong></p> <p>Come Join us for a celebration of our oceans, our local marine ecosystem and the creatures we share it with. </p><p>Sponsor/Organization: La Jolla Friends of the Seals<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.lajollaseals.com/'>http://www.lajollaseals.com/</a></p><p>Date(s): June 9th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.lajollaseals.com/'>http://www.lajollaseals.com/</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67570001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Community Kayak Day </name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Community Kayak Day </strong></p> <p>Explore the beautiful ocean waters of the Prince William Sound with environmental educators from the Prince William Sound Science Center and guides from Cordova Coastal Outfitters. </p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Prince William Sound Science Center <br/>----Phone: 907-424-5800<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.pwssc.gen.ak.us/about/overview.shtml'>http://www.pwssc.gen.ak.us/about/overview.shtml</a></p><p>Date(s): June 9th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): 907-424-5800<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.pwssc.gen.ak.us/education/summer/communitydays.htm'>http://www.pwssc.gen.ak.us/education/summer/communitydays.htm</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67580001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Kawaiku`i Beach Clean-up</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Kawaiku`i Beach Clean-up</strong></p> <p>Join us for a special beach clean-up focusing on the removal of invasive algae that threatens native species and kills coral as well as litter/marine debris clean-up. Volunteers need to pre-register by Wed. 6th June by phoning (808) 393 2168. Prize drawing will take place after the clean-up. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to learn more about the threats to the ocean and Maunalua Bay including invasive algae and marine debris.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Beach Environmental Awareness Campaign Hawaii <br/>----URL: <a href='http://b-e-a-c-h.org'>http://b-e-a-c-h.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th, 3:00pm - 5:00pm</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://b-e-a-c-h.org/world_ocean_day07.html'>http://b-e-a-c-h.org/world_ocean_day07.html</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67590001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day @ Mote </strong></p> <p>Visit Mote Aquarium on June 8, World Ocean Day, to celebrate the world's oceans and learn more about the recent studies to understand and conserve them. Mote mascots, Gilly the Shark and Shelley the Sea Turtle, will be making appearances throughout the day and children will have the opportunity to participate in a painting activity that will be displayed in the Aquarium between 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Mote Aquarium<br/>----Phone: (941) 388-4441<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.mote.org'>http://www.mote.org</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th 11:00am - 2:00pm</p><p>Phone Number (for Event Information):941-388-4441<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.mote.org/index.php?src=events&submenu=Calendar&srctype=profile&refno=835'>http://www.mote.org/index.php?src=events&submenu=Calendar&srctype=profile&refno=835</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67600001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Ocean Gyre Ecology Art Performance</strong></p> <p>People wanted for Oceans Day Ecology Art Performance! In celebration of World Oceans Day (June 8th), and to raise awareness of the effects people have on the marine environment, join us in creating an Ocean Gyre - a whirling vortex of flotsam, a choreography of ocean currents and garbage - and become, for just a few minutes, part of the ocean! The Ocean Gyre Ecology Art Performance will be filmed and documented as an artistic expression of our concern about our ocean environment. WHERE: Meet at bottom of Citadel Hill, corner of Sackville and Bell. (Rain date June 9, 2 - 3p.m) WHAT: Four circles of people will run in opposite directions for approximately 7 minutes at a slow to moderate pace to form an OCEAN GYRE WHO: 100 people needed to wear a piece of clothing that is blue, green or your favourite ocean colour, AND attach a piece of plastic, pinned or tied. Bring yourself, and friends, and family! PLEASE RSVP YOUR PARTICIPATION TO: oceangyre@gmail.com</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Ocean Gyre Ecology Art Performance<br/><p>Date(s): </p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href=''></a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67610001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Out of the Office and into the Ocean "Swim for the Reef"</strong></p> <p>In celebration of the 10 year Anniversary of the Tulum Declaration June 5, 2007 in which the governments of the region stated their commitment to the conservation and sustainable use of the Mesoamerican Reef, a consortium of government and non-government organizations involved in marine conservation in Belize are sponsoring a photo competition and "Swim for the Reef" as part of REEF WEEK June 5 - 8, 2007. <br/>In Celebration of World Ocean Day (June 8) a swim across the English Caye Channel is being organized (approximately 1.6 miles) to raise awareness of marine conservation in Belize. Interested swimmers see contact below. ICRAN-MAR Office, Coastal Resources Multicomplex Building second floor, Fisheries Compound, Princess Margaret Drive, Belize City.  www.icranmar.org</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Healthy Reefs Initiative Belize<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.healthyreefs.org'>http://www.healthyreefs.org</a></p><p>Date(s):  June 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.healthyreefs.org'>http://www.healthyreefs.org</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67620001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>Celebración del Día del Océano</name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Celebración del Día del Océano</strong></p> <p>Realizaremos un evento en la Playa "El Morro" en Tumaco, Nariño dirigido a niños entre 6 a 12 años con diferentes concursos alusivos al océano. Los concursos a realizar son: pintura, canto y disfraces alusivos. Asi como la segunda versión del reinado infantil del mar.Se pretende resaltar el componente folclor y cultural de la zona para lo cual se creo el concurso de canto, ademas se tendran presentaciones de grupos de danza de la región. Se premian los primeros 2 puestos de cada categoria en cada concurso.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Fundación Conservación Ambiente Colombia  <br/><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href=''></a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67630001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>los colores del coral </name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>los colores del coral </strong></p> <p>comprende: una exposicion de pintura sobre fauna marina y arrecife de coral, de la region del caribe colombiano mas concretamente en las islas San Andres , Providencia e Islas San Bernardo. Dicha exposicion esta acompañada de una conferencia sobre la importancia del oceano, su fauna, la forma de protegerlo desde nuestras cuidades y su parte ecologica.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Universidad de Bellas Artes Medellin<br/><p>Date(s): May 25th - June 9th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href=''></a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67640001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day Rally </strong></p> <p>Approximately 102 students and teachers fron 17 Primary, All-age and High schools will meet at Negril's seven mile beach to participate in a Mini Ceremony on the importance of our oceans and seas. They will afterwards march behind World Ocean Day banners designed by each school on to the property of Green Globed certified hotel Sandals Negril to participate in a Panel Discussion on :Why should We Care for Our Oceans and Seas?" Some students will perform World Ocean Day cultural items after which they will watch a film on the ocean. A Rap Session entitled, "How Does Climate Change Affect Our Ocean?" will follow. Participants will then break into Working Groups to: (a) Draft a Resolution to the United Nations to declare June 8 as World Ocean Day (b) Write letters to The Editors of our newspapers about the importance of our oceans and seas, how climate change is affecting them and what can be done to alleviate the effects. The WOD banners will judged and prizes awarded to the top three schools.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Negril Coral Reef Preservation Society <br/>----Phone: (876) 957-3735 / 3491<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.negril.com/ncrps/'>http://www.negril.com/ncrps/</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): (876) 957-3735 / 3491<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.negrlcoralreef.org'>http://www.negrlcoralreef.org</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67650001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Food for Thought </strong></p> <p>Surfers Against Sewage, along with 5 restaurants throughout Cornwall, is marking World Ocean's Day on 8 June 2007 with the weeklong Food for Thought fundraiser. Between 1 and 8 June, the five participating restaurants will be asking its customers to add a £1 donation to their final bill in support of the work of SAS and our campaign for clean and safe recreational water for everyone. Participating restaurants include:  Flying Fish Restaurant at St Michaels Hotel, Falmouth; The Sands Brasserie and Bar at Headland Hotel, Newquay; Alba Restaurant, St Ives; Revival, Charlestown; Gylly Beach Café, Falmouth; Sandsifter, Gwithian, Hayle Anyone that wishes to support this fundraiser can find out more information by clicking on the "Food for Thought" link: http://www.sas.org.uk/fundraising/2007/food_for_thought.php.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Surfers Against Sewage <br/>----Phone: 01872 555951<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.sas.org.uk/'>http://www.sas.org.uk/</a></p><p>Date(s): June 1st - 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): 01872 555951<br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.sas.org.uk/fundraising/2007/food_for_thought.php'>http://www.sas.org.uk/fundraising/2007/food_for_thought.php</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67660001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Seashore Trail</strong></p> <p>Come along on a walk along the seashore, exploring sand, water, dunes and rocks for flora and fauna. We will also be hosting a sandcastle competition at 3pm on Saturday June 9th, and a beach rally at 3 pm on the 10th. Both events will be held at Courtmacsherry Beach and will be followed by Seashore Trails for families.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Bucket & Spade <br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.bucketspade.net'>http://www.bucketspade.net</a></p><p>Date(s): June 9th, 3pm; June 11th, 3pm</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.bucketspade.net/page11/page11.html'>http://www.bucketspade.net/page11/page11.html</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67670001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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		<name>World Ocean Day Celebration </name>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>World Ocean Day Celebration </strong></p> <p>The Aquarium of the Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn of Naples, Italy, will participate in World Ocean Day by organizing a series of encounters, open discussions and video presentations all centred on the sea. The highlight of the day with be the price-giving of two competitions entitled "What can I do to save the marine turtles?" and "A logo for the turtles of the Naples Rescue Centre", which were initiated previously in local schools. During each event of the day the visitors of the Rescue Centre will be informed about the importance of the marine habitats and the species involved and will be encouraged to reflect about ways to contribute to the protection and conservation of the marine environment. The visitors will learn, that the overexploitation of the marine habitats will have direct consequences on this and future generations and will be offered solutions that each individual can adopt to contribute to save the oceans.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Starzione Zoologica Anton Dohrn <br/>----Phone: +39 081 5833111<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.szn.it'>http://www.szn.it</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): +39 081 5833111<br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.szn.it'>http://www.szn.it</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67680001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Ocean Awareness and Careers Day</strong></p> <p>The event, held on the campus of the University of the Western Cape, will heighten awareness of some of the key problems faced by the oceans, and provide practical ways in which people can do their part as individuals to make a difference, from very simple and practical actions such as reducing litter or making sustainable choices about seafood, to volunteering and even choosing an ocean-related career. IOI-SA will be inviting partners in ocean-related fields to showcase their work and opportunities for careers involving the ocean. Examples of such organizations include government departments, conservation agencies, public education and awareness organizations, shipping industry, port operations, defense, technology, science, social sciences, mining industry, fishing industry, etc. Visitors will be given a flyer highlighting how they can make a difference, as well as a small gift which we hope will carry the event's impact into the future by continuing to remind them of their experiences on the day.</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: International Ocean Institute, Southern Africa <br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.ioisa.org.za'>http://www.ioisa.org.za</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.ioisa.org.za'>http://www.ioisa.org.za</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67690001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Koh Tao Clean Up </strong></p> <p>A full day of organised beach and underwater cleanups of Koh Tao. Many dive schools teaming up to raise awareness and educate about the importance of conservation. Beach BBQ to help raise funds planned for future events. Various fun games and events planned for the evening. </p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Big Blue Diving Koh Tao <br/>----Phone: +66 77 456 415<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.bigbluediving.com'>http://www.bigbluediving.com</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): +66 77 456 415<br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.bigbluediving.com'>http://www.bigbluediving.com</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67700001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Townsville School Ocean Forum </strong></p> <p>The School Ocean Forum will engage schools from Townsville (age 10-16years) to discuss the state of the ocean, youth partnership for advancing the Millennium Development Goals and exploring global youth partnerships (solidarities)to improve ocean governance. A Youth Declaration of the Ocean will be developed and presented at the Peace on the Oceans Conference to be held in Malta from November 5-8. </p><p>Sponsor/Organization: International Ocean Institute (Australia) <br/>----Phone: +61 7 4781 4704 <br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.orda.com.au'>http://www.orda.com.au</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): +61 7 4781 4704 <br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.orda.com.au'>http://www.orda.com.au</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67710001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Sydney Aquarium World Ocean Day</strong></p> <p>Details coming soon!</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Sydney Aquarium<br/>----Phone: +61 2 8251 7800<br/>----URL: <a href='http://www.sydneyaquarium.com.au/default.asp'>http://www.sydneyaquarium.com.au/default.asp</a></p><p>Date(s): June 8th</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): +61 2 8251 7800<br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href='http://www.sydneyaquarium.com.au/default.asp'>http://www.sydneyaquarium.com.au/default.asp</a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67720001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>BUENA VOLUNTAD </strong></p> <p>Atenciòn a niños de regiòn olvidada en Barranquilla, Colombia</p><p>Sponsor/Organization: GSB <br/><p>Date(s): June 2nd</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <br/>Website for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <a href=''></a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/67730001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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				<text><![CDATA[<p><strong>Be part of our School at Sea experience</strong></p> <p>Center AquaSendas in Concepcion,Chile invites middle-school students from the area to be part of our School at Sea during the month of june. </p><p>Sponsor/Organization: Center AquaSendas<br/><p>Date(s): June 2007</p><p>Phone Number for Sponsor/Organization (for Event Information): <br/>Website (for Event Information): <a href='www.geocities.com/escuelabordo '>www.geocities.com/escuelabordo </a><br/></p><p><a href='http://www.coexploration.org/~caucus/wodof/C0747/68190001.htm'>See comments about this event.</a> </p>]]></text>
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