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How do leatherback sea turtles serve as the conduit for change between scientists, legislators and societal groups? As part of Lifelong Learning Global Discovery, glide along with Callie Veelenturf — celebrated marine biologist, National Geographic Explorer and founder of the nonprofit The Leatherback Project — to dive deep into how these three groups intersect to save the critically endangered Eastern Pacific leatherback. Discover how bridging common issues and following the lead of field science can offer hope to protect the ocean — and the species we love within it — for future generations.

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Wind down and experience the positive effects of being surrounded by water in this evening yoga session, led by certified instructor Gail Corvette. Surrounded by sea life, hone your favorite yoga poses while in the expansive glow of the Great Ocean Tank. Adults 16+ of all experience levels are welcome; member adult registration is $12 and non-member adult registration is $17.

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Hone your cobra, eagle and fish poses in this peaceful yoga and movement class while tapping into the positive effects of being surrounded by water. Led by 500-hour certified yoga instructor Alex Rogers, this class is open to adults 16+ and all experience levels are welcome. Member adult registration is $10.

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In our inaugural, all-inclusive Good Catch Experience, renowned chef Sammy Monsour and mixologist Kassady Wiggins — coauthors of the recently released cookbook, “Salt & Shore: Recipes from the Coastal South” — will supply sustainably sourced small bites and a specialty cocktail as they share their perspective in a culinary conversation surrounded by the aquatic ambiance of the Aquarium. They’ll be joined by industry experts — Dr. Sara McDonald, director of conservation at the South Carolina Aquarium; Tom Bierce, owner from Charleston Oyster Farm; Tia Clark, owner of Casual Crabbing with Tia; and Louden Porter, Good Catch coordinator at the South Carolina Aquarium — to discuss the current state of sustainable seafood and how you can craft your own recipe for conservation action. General admission tickets are $45 and member tickets are $40; a beer and wine bar is included.

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Dust off your sequins, lace up your platform shoes and brush up on your best moves… Sea Life by Starlight is back with a Deep Sea Disco! Make your aquatic disco dreams a reality at this all-inclusive, 21+ night benefiting the Sea Turtle Care Center™ and featuring nifty drinks, stellar light bites, groovy entertainment and an Aquarium Aglow experience that’s far out. Looking to take your night to the max? Snag a VIP ticket to enjoy early entry, an exciting cocktail competition and the chance to see our sea turtle patients up close before it’s bedtime in their pad. VIP tickets are $145, early bird tickets (until October 13) are $75, member tickets are $90 and general admission is $100 while quantities last. 

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