# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Discovery Lecture Series
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 03 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 03 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Register now (it's FREE) at https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/marinediscoverycenter/items/495566/?full-items=yes&flow=1047069

MDC’s Monthly Public Lecture Series provides a forum for the community to learn about Florida’s Coastal & Indian River Lagoon Ecosystems and surrounding habitats. Qualified staff & guest speakers will share their knowledge about a vast array of topics including plants and animals, water quality, citizen science, local conservation efforts, and much more!

Our public lectures are FREE and open to the public but advance registration is required. All lectures will be held monthly on the 1st Thursday* from 6-8 p.m. in our Learning Lab. 

2026-27 Schedule
September 3 | Zach Zacharias, The Brown — Return to Prehistoric Florida

*September 17 | Angie Herman, NSB Residents’ Coalition — Renovation of the Historic NSB Woman’s Club

October 1 | Volusia County Environmental Management, NSB Turtle Trackers, & Canaveral Nat'l Seashore -- 2026 Sea Turtle Nesting Season Panel Discussion 

November 5 | Joan Tague, Halifax River Audubon Society -- "Music Lessons: The Science of How Birds Sing"

January 7 | Julie Albert & Joel Cohen, Blue World Research Institute -- North Atlantic Right Whales Update

February 4 | Derek Demeter, Seminole State College -- Astronomy Night: “Sea Creatures of the Sky”

March 4 | Danny Young, Young Bear Environmental Consultants -- “Right Tree, Right Place: Best Trees for Your Yard” 

April 1 | Cora Berchem, Save the Manatee Club -- “Manatees and Challenges They Still Face”

May 6 | Lauren Barth, Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission -- “Living With Neighborhood Wildlife”

**There are two lectures in September and NO lecture in December.

Learn more at https://marinediscoverycenter.org/monthly-lecture-series/
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-smyrna-beach/discovery-lecture-series/200030475178525
- **Event Categories**: business, science-fair, festivals, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 17

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: New Smyrna Beach
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 520 Barracuda Blvd, New Smyrna Beach, FL, United States, Florida 32169
- **lat**: 29.03651
- **long**: -80.91803
- **full address**: 520 Barracuda Blvd, New Smyrna Beach, FL, United States, Florida 32169

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Discovery Lecture Series being held?
  - **A:** Discovery Lecture Series takes place on Thu, 03 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 03 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 520 Barracuda Blvd, New Smyrna Beach, FL, United States, Florida 32169.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Discovery Lecture Series?
  - **A:** Discovery Lecture Series is organized by Marine Discovery Center.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Discovery Lecture Series is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New Smyrna Beach, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Discovery Lecture Series sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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