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SUMMARY:Horn Point Annual Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Open House at Horn Point Laboratory!  The theme for the 2026 event is “Adventure Awaits at Horn Point Lab.”  \nFind out about cutting edge research our faculty and graduate students conduct in the Chesapeake Bay and across the world’s waterways. Explore environmental science through engaging exhibits and hands-on activities.  \nOpen house is free and takes place rain or shine.  \nFun for all ages!   \n \nActivities include:  \n\nExploring the oyster hatchery where hundreds of millions (sometimes a billion!) baby oysters are produced each year \n\n\nInteractive science displays and activities designed and staffed by Horn Point Lab scientists including wave tank demonstrations\, touch tank\, and learning to be a genetic detective to investigate Bay grasses \n\n\nChildren’s science-themed crafts and scavenger hunt activity \n\n\nFree t-shirts for children \n\n\nGo aboard the UMCES flagship research vessel Rachel Carson \n\n\nFood vendors including Hooked on Seafood; Chilly Billy Ice Cream; baked goods\, popcorn and cotton candy sales to support graduate student fundraising; lemonade sales to support the Horn Point Lab Chapter of SWMS. \n\nFollow this link for directions to the laboratory.   \nQuestions?  Contact Claire Otterbein at 410-221-8408\, or cotterbein@umces.edu.
URL:https://www.umces.edu/event/horn-point-annual-open-house/
LOCATION:Horn Point Laboratory\, 2020 Horns Point Road\, Cambridge\, Maryland\, 21613\, United States
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SUMMARY:Watershed Moments: 45 Years of Prairie Dog Discoveries
DESCRIPTION:Scandalous intrigue\, surprising wild behavior\, and 45 years of groundbreaking science. \nJoin us for the next Watershed Moments Community Learning Series event: 45 Years of Prairie Dog Discoveries featuring world-renowned UMCES-Appalachian Laboratory researcher John Hoogland\, author of the definitive new book Prairie Dogs: Ecology and Social Behavior. \nStep inside the complex\, dramatic\, and often shocking social world of prairie dogs through the eyes of the scientist who spent nearly half a century studying them. \nDate/Time: Thursday\, October 8\, 2026\, 6:30pm\, with reception to follow \nLocation: Appalachian Laboratory\, 301 Braddock Road\, Frostburg\, Maryland \nBook Info: Details on how to purchase your copy of Dr. Hoogland’s magnum opus are coming\nsoon! \nAdmission: Free and open to the public. \nRSVP: Please help us prepare by reserving your spot via the RSVP Form. \nEvent Contact: Rhonda Schwinabart\, Appalachian Laboratory Coordinator of External Affairs\, rschwinabart@umces.edu or 301-689-7102
URL:https://www.umces.edu/event/prairie-dogs/
LOCATION:Appalachian Laboratory\, 301 Braddock Road\, Frostburg\, MD\, 21532\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T110000
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SUMMARY:Visiting Scholar Seminar Series: Mike Alonzo\, American University
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mike Alonzo\, American University\, will present as part of the Appalachian Laboratory’s Visiting Scholar Seminar Series. The seminar will take place in room 109 of the Appalachian Laboratory. \nAll sessions are open to the public\, but please note that seminars are scientific talks intended for scientific audiences.  For more information on our public events intended for general audiences please visit our Watershed Moments Community Learning Series website.
URL:https://www.umces.edu/event/visiting-scholar-seminar-series-mike-alonso-american-university/
LOCATION:Appalachian Laboratory\, 301 Braddock Road\, Frostburg\, MD\, 21532\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T162800Z
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SUMMARY:Open House at Chesapeake Biological Laboratory
DESCRIPTION:Discover the world of science on Solomons Island at the Chesapeake Biological Lab’s Open House! This free\, public event provides a behind-the-scenes view of exciting research and features demonstrations and exhibits for all ages.
URL:https://www.umces.edu/event/open-house-at-chesapeake-biological-laboratory/
LOCATION:Chesapeake Biological Laboratory\, 146 Williams Street\, Solomons\, MD\, 20688\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T110000
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SUMMARY:Visiting Scholar Seminar Series: Steve Kannenberg\, WVU
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Steve Kannenberg\, West Virginia University\, will present as part of the Appalachian Laboratory’s Visiting Scholar Seminar Series. The seminar will take place in room 109 of the Appalachian Laboratory. \nAll sessions are open to the public\, but please note that seminars are scientific talks intended for scientific audiences.  For more information on our public events intended for general audiences please visit our Watershed Moments Community Learning Series website.
URL:https://www.umces.edu/event/visiting-scholar-seminar-series-steve-kannenberg-wvu/
LOCATION:Appalachian Laboratory\, 301 Braddock Road\, Frostburg\, MD\, 21532\, United States
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SUMMARY:Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Visitor Center
DESCRIPTION:The Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Visitor Center offers guests the chance to explore exhibits highlighting the health of the Chesapeake Bay\, exciting research being conducted by CBL scientists\, and an oyster reef community aquarium. \nThere are no admission or exhibit fees for the CBL Visitor Center. Free parking is available in front of the Visitor Center\, with handicap parking in the back. \nThe CBL Visitor Center is located in the historic Solomons House at 200 Farren Ave.\, Solomons\, Maryland 20688
URL:https://www.umces.edu/event/chesapeake-biological-laboratory-visitor-center-3/
LOCATION:Chesapeake Biological Laboratory\, 146 Williams Street\, Solomons\, MD\, 20688\, United States
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SUMMARY:Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Visitor Center
DESCRIPTION:The Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Visitor Center offers guests the chance to explore exhibits highlighting the health of the Chesapeake Bay\, exciting research being conducted by CBL scientists\, and an oyster reef community aquarium. \nThere are no admission or exhibit fees for the CBL Visitor Center. Free parking is available in front of the Visitor Center\, with handicap parking in the back. \nThe CBL Visitor Center is located in the historic Solomons House at 200 Farren Ave.\, Solomons\, Maryland 20688
URL:https://www.umces.edu/event/chesapeake-biological-laboratory-visitor-center-4/
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SUMMARY:Visiting Scholar Seminar Series: Katie May Laumann\, IAN
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Katie May Laumann\, IAN\, will present “Resilience Assessments for Management” as part of the Appalachian Laboratory’s Visiting Scholar Seminar Series. The seminar will take place in room 109 of the Appalachian Laboratory. \n All sessions are open to the public\, but please note that seminars are scientific talks intended for scientific audiences.  For more information on our public events intended for general audiences please visit our Watershed Moments Community Learning Series website.
URL:https://www.umces.edu/event/visiting-scholar-seminar-series-katie-may-laumann-ian/
LOCATION:Appalachian Laboratory\, 301 Braddock Road\, Frostburg\, MD\, 21532\, United States
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SUMMARY:Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Visitor Center
DESCRIPTION:The Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Visitor Center offers guests the chance to explore exhibits highlighting the health of the Chesapeake Bay\, exciting research being conducted by CBL scientists\, and an oyster reef community aquarium. \nThere are no admission or exhibit fees for the CBL Visitor Center. Free parking is available in front of the Visitor Center\, with handicap parking in the back. \nThe CBL Visitor Center is located in the historic Solomons House at 200 Farren Ave.\, Solomons\, Maryland 20688
URL:https://www.umces.edu/event/chesapeake-biological-laboratory-visitor-center-6/
LOCATION:Chesapeake Biological Laboratory\, 146 Williams Street\, Solomons\, MD\, 20688\, United States
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SUMMARY:Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Visitor Center
DESCRIPTION:The Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Visitor Center offers guests the chance to explore exhibits highlighting the health of the Chesapeake Bay\, exciting research being conducted by CBL scientists\, and an oyster reef community aquarium. \nThere are no admission or exhibit fees for the CBL Visitor Center. Free parking is available in front of the Visitor Center\, with handicap parking in the back. \nThe CBL Visitor Center is located in the historic Solomons House at 200 Farren Ave.\, Solomons\, Maryland 20688
URL:https://www.umces.edu/event/chesapeake-biological-laboratory-visitor-center-5/
LOCATION:Chesapeake Biological Laboratory\, 146 Williams Street\, Solomons\, MD\, 20688\, United States
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SUMMARY:Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Visitor Center
DESCRIPTION:The Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Visitor Center offers guests the chance to explore exhibits highlighting the health of the Chesapeake Bay\, exciting research being conducted by CBL scientists\, and an oyster reef community aquarium. \nThere are no admission or exhibit fees for the CBL Visitor Center. Free parking is available in front of the Visitor Center\, with handicap parking in the back. \nThe CBL Visitor Center is located in the historic Solomons House at 200 Farren Ave.\, Solomons\, Maryland 20688
URL:https://www.umces.edu/event/chesapeake-biological-laboratory-visitor-center/
LOCATION:Chesapeake Biological Laboratory\, 146 Williams Street\, Solomons\, MD\, 20688\, United States
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SUMMARY:Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Visitor Center
DESCRIPTION:The Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Visitor Center offers guests the chance to explore exhibits highlighting the health of the Chesapeake Bay\, exciting research being conducted by CBL scientists\, and an oyster reef community aquarium. \nThere are no admission or exhibit fees for the CBL Visitor Center. Free parking is available in front of the Visitor Center\, with handicap parking in the back. \nThe CBL Visitor Center is located in the historic Solomons House at 200 Farren Ave.\, Solomons\, Maryland 20688
URL:https://www.umces.edu/event/chesapeake-biological-laboratory-visitor-center-2/
LOCATION:Chesapeake Biological Laboratory\, 146 Williams Street\, Solomons\, MD\, 20688\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T123000
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SUMMARY:Commencement 2026
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URL:https://www.umces.edu/event/commencement-2026/
LOCATION:Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology\, 701 E Pratt St\, Baltimore\, Maryland\, 21202\, United States
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