1. EXHIBIT NEWS: WHITE SHARK, OCEAN SUNFISH IN THE OUTER BAY
In the third year of our white shark field research project,
we've just brought a young 4-foot, 4-inch white shark back to the
aquarium from Southern California. She’s the only one on exhibit
anywhere in the world, and we're hoping she'll do well in the
exhibit. As long as she does, you'll be able to see her in person
when you visit. Or you can log on to our Outer Bay cam to try to
get a glimpse of her.

We've also placed two small ocean sunfish in the Outer Bay--the
first on exhibit in more than a year. These odd-shaped fish are
always visitor favorites.

Visit What’s New on our web site to learn about these and other
new arrivals in our exhibits.
http://www.montereybayaquarium.org/news/

2. ON THE WEB: MORE ABOUT WHITE SHARKS
White sharks have long been a source of fear and fascination.
Like all sharks, they're also threatened by human activities.
They're slow to mature, produce few young each year and fall
victim to commercial fishing gear and sport fishermen. You can
learn more about the threats facing white sharks, and what you
can do to help, at
http://www.mbayaq.org/cr/cr_whiteshark/whiteshark_conservation.asp

3. PROMOTIONS & EVENTS: DIA DE LA FAMILIA, 20TH ANNIVERSARY
EVENTS

Dia de la Familia, September 19 & 26
We'll put the focus on families to honor Mexican Heritage
Month. On each of the last two Sundays in September, children 12
years and younger will receive free admission. Other activities
especially for children include a craft room and live musical
performances.

20th Anniversary Weekend Celebration, October 23 & 24
Join us as we celebrate 20 years of inspiring conservation of the
oceans during a weekend event throughout the aquarium. Saturday
activities focus on sharks and will include talks by "Jaws"
author Peter Benchley, as well as music and family activities.
Sunday is a family day, with free admission for children age 12
and younger, family concerts and art activities.

Halloween Party, October 23
It's not too late to become an aquarium member and join us for
our annual Halloween party. Festivities include trick or treating
for the kids, a DJ dance for the grown-ups, and much more. It
will be an evening of haunted happenings and a ghostly good time
for all! For membership information and to join online, visit
http://www.montereybayaquarium.org/md/

Check our online calendar for details and more events.
http://www.mbayaq.org/vi/vi_aquarium/vi_aq_calendar.asp

4. CONSERVATION IN ACTION: 20TH ANNUAL COASTAL CLEANUP DAY THIS
SATURDAY

Come take part in the 20th annual California Coastal Cleanup Day
on Saturday, Sept. 18 from 9 a.m. to noon. Coastal Cleanup Day is
a great way for families, students, service groups and neighbors
to join together, take care of our fragile marine environment,
learn about the impacts of marine debris and how we can prevent
them, and to have fun! Coastal Cleanup Day is also the kick-off
event for Coastweeks--three weeks of coastal and water-related
events for the whole family.

Find out how to participate and more about Coastweeks at
http://www.coastal.ca.gov/publiced/ccd/ccd.html

5. FREE OFFERS: FREE SHARK POSTER, GIFT & BOOKSTORE DISCOUNT,
"FISH COME TO SUPPER" WALLPAPER

This month's Sea Notes specials include a coupon for a free shark
poster, a special offer at our Gift & Bookstore and free
wallpaper of a diver during a Kelp Forest feeding shows.
http://www.mbayaq.org/vi/vi_seanotes/vi_seanotes_specials.asp

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The Monterey Bay Aquarium is a non-profit institution. Our
mission is to inspire conservation of the oceans. You can support
our many education programs and marine research projects by:

- Becoming a member or making an online donation.
http://www.mbayaq.org/md/

- Sending a conservation-oriented electronic postcard to friends.
http://www.mbayaq.org/efc/efc_se/se_vwl_help.asp

We welcome your thoughts and comments.
(equarist@mbayaq.org)