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What we are going
through right now is proof positive that the world is completely
connected. We are truly in this together! Today it’s about all of
us staying apart to remain healthy, staying connected while at a
distance. We’re all doing our part! Togetherness - it really was
critically important before and it will continue to be so beyond
the COVID-19 pandemic as well.
We are incredibly
proud that we have been a resource for some and a bright spot for
others during this crisis. It is my hope that our guests and our
community know that we will be here for them when this all passes
too, to be educators and innovators in research and conservation,
to be your inspiration.
I have no doubt
that you, too, will continue to be here for us as guests and ocean
stewards, to support us and our important work. One thing I have
really come to appreciate about Mystic, since joining the team, is
the community support this Aquarium enjoys. It’s absolutely
amazing!
Until we meet again...
David Cochran
Curator of Fish & Invertebrates
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Be an Ocean Ambassador Today
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Lately all we
hear about is what we can’t do. How about what we can? Your family
CAN go outdoors- in your small family unit, that has been
quarantining together already. Even with your masks on you can see
and hear birds, frogs and more.
Here at Mystic
Aquarium one of our favorite Ocean Ambassadors programs is our
amphibian monitoring citizen science projects, including FrogWatch
USA. Fortunately, prior to start of the pandemic we were able to
complete all five of our scheduled trainings with over 70 new Ocean
Ambassadors trained! But even if you weren’t able to join us for a
training this season, we encourage you to get outside (while
following your local rules) and listen carefully to the calming
sounds of frog calls.
Click here
to learn more about the frogs in your area and listen to their
unique calls.
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Many Faces of Essential Staff
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Like the wood
frog, our team can be recognized by their distinct facial masks.
What does your mask say about your personality?
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Reduce, reuse and
recycle, we all know the three Rs of recycling. With heightened
awareness over the years has come a broader list. The expanded five
also include refuse and repurpose. The Crayolas® at home are
probably seeing more action than ever! Instead of throwing away the
broken or worn-down crayons, make new ones! Gather up all of the
broken crayons. While the oven is preheating to 250 F; unwrap the
crayons and cut them into small pieces. Fill muffin tins with a
1-inch-thick layer of crayon pieces. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or
until the wax has melted. Be sure to keep an eye out on the baking
wax. On a hot summers day, simply place muffin tins in the hot sun!
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Upcoming Appreciation Weeks
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During these
trying times, we have undoubtedly developed a deeper appreciation
for nurses and teachers. Teacher Appreciation week will be observed
Monday, May 4 - Friday, May 8 and National Nurses Weeks begins on
Wednesday, May 6 and runs through Tuesday, May 12. Tell us about an
amazing teacher or nurse in your life by emailing socialmedia@mysticaquarium.org. We
will randomly select individuals to receive Shout Outs from the
team at Mystic Aquarium.
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Don't Forget to Check Out all our
Online Resources
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Join Us for
Facebook Live: Stop by Mystic Aquarium's Facebook page
everyday at 11:00 am to see what we are up to, learn about
our animal ambassadors and engage in an informal
Q&A.
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When you shop Smile.Amazon and
select Mystic Aquarium as your chosen
non-profit, Amazon will
donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile
purchases to Mystic Aquarium. So save Smile.Amazon to your
favorites and shop, shop, shop - the Aquarium will thank
you!
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Mystic Aquarium is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
with a mission to inspire people to care for and protect our ocean
planet through conservation, education and research.
MYSTIC AQUARIUM
55 Coogan Boulevard | Mystic, CT 06355 | MysticAquarium.org
| 860.572.5955
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