Join us for a Lecture at the Lagoon, where you will have the opportunity to hear from a diverse range of environmental experts. These knowledgeable speakers specialize in sharing captivating stories about a variety of fascinating topics, from the octopus population under the Blue Heron Bridge in Riviera Beach to the importance of manatees in our ecosystem. Our free lectures are held at 2:00 p.m. on the second Sunday of each month. Don’t miss this chance to learn and be inspired!
Must Love Bugs!
Join us at Manatee Lagoon for our October “Lecture at the Lagoon” featuring Ava Easterling from Bug Out with Ava! Ava is an expert in all things insects and will be sharing the amazing secrets of stinging creatures like wasps and bees. You’ll learn why these tiny superheroes are so important for our future and how they help keep our world buzzing with life. Ava’s talk will be filled with cool facts and exciting stories that will astonish kids and adults alike, explaining how bees and wasps contribute to ecosystems and agriculture.
After the lecture, audience members will have the opportunity to see pinned insect specimens up close and meet some live critters that Ava has brought along. Feeling adventurous? Join Ava for a Bug Expedition along our beautiful nature path to discover insects in their natural homes. This hands-on experience is perfect for the whole family and offers a unique chance to observe these incredible creatures in their natural habitat. Ava’s wonderful collection of pinned insects, gathered from her many adventures, will also be on display for everyone to marvel at. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to discover the wonderful world of wasps and bees together with your family!
Speaker: Ava Easterling, Educator and Aspiring Entomologist
When: Sunday, October 13, 2024
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Where: 6000 N. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Cost: FREE, registration recommended.
2024 LECTURE SERIES ARCHIVE
