Event: Dark Reefs and ancient Gardens Presented by Charles Messing
by Lauren on Oct.15, 2009, under Science Event
So, another one of my loves in marine biology and this looks like it’ll be an awesome lecture. Join marine biologis Charles Messing as he discusses the biodiversity hot spot of deep sea communities created where the Gulf Stream and the Strait of Florida meet. More info here
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When: Mon. Oct. 19th 6-9pm
Where: The Explores Club, 46 E. 70th St, between Madison and Park Ave.
Cost: $20, $5 for students, free for members, reserve tix call 212-628-8383, Fax 212-628-4449, or email reservations@explorers.org. Reservations are accepted 9am-6pm Mon-Fri
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