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THE MONTEREY BAY AQUARIUM MEMBER MAGAZINE

FALL/WINTER 2026

NEW EXHIBIT

FUZZY HOMECOMING

DEEP DIVE

Get ready to explore Ocean in Motion / La Danza del Mar

Suri and Willow join the Aquarium Sea Otters exhibit

We join our MBARI colleagues on a new research trip

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The pelagic stingray, Pteroplatytrygon violacea, travels through open ocean waters. Unlike bottom-dwelling rays, they have small, sharp teeth to help them grab and cut their slippery free-swimming prey.

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CONTENTS VOL.42 NO.2 FALL/WINTER 2026

3 CEO’s note

New Chief Executive Officer Jenny Gray reflects on her fi rst summer

4 Connections

Ocean in Motion / La Danza del Mar opens in November, how play connects people to ocean animals, and check out our new YouTube Kids channel

6 Reasons to celebrate

Kelp forest recovery, a new Julie Packard endowment, and sustainable seafood in the Maldives and Vietnam

8 Creature feature

The scalloped hammerhead shark is a member favorite in the Open Sea exhibit

10 A full circle homecoming

Young Suri and Willow are making friends and settling into their new home in our Sea Otters exhibit

The ocean connects us

Deep sea research with MBARI, education programs at libraries, our website is now en español, and we grow a scholarship program

14 Leaving a legacy

Lisa White’s early childhood visits to museums and aquariums inspired her gift

Betty White Ocean Legacy Circle

18 Member Calendar ON THE COVER Big red jelly, Tiburonia granrojo SHORELINES® is published for members of the Monterey Bay Aquarium; 886 Cannery Row, Monterey, California 93940-1023; P: 831.648.4800. ©2026 Monterey Bay Aquarium Foundation. “Shorelines,” “Monterey Bay Aquarium,” and the kelp logo are registered trademarks owned by the Aquarium. All rights reserved. Monterey Bay Aquarium is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Tax ID #94-2487469.

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CEO’S NOTE

A busy first summer

Left: Found in waters around Australia and the Southwest Pacific, big-belly seahorses, Hippocampus abdominalis, are so called because males have a prominent brood pouch to incubate young.

IT’S BEEN LESS THAN six months since I joined the Aquarium as CEO and each day I’m thrilled to discover new dimensions to this remarkable place. Over the summer, I volunteered with the Days of Discovery scuba program, which introduces children with special needs, ages 8-13, to the wonders of the ocean. The patience, kindness, and professionalism of the extraordinary dive team were remarkable. Every child was supported at their own pace, every moment carefully curated to build confidence and inspire wonder, and every dive conducted with unwavering attention to safety. It was a privilege to witness a team so completely living the Aquarium’s mission: to inspire conservation of the ocean. Summer also saw the successful release of three rescued and surrogate-reared sea otters, an accomplishment made possible by our dedicated Sea Otter Program team and by your support for our new Sea Otter Conservation Center. The Aquarium’s international impact is growing, too. Our global conservation staff, including 28 global fellows in 14 countries, advanced seafood sustainability on several fronts. They worked in Tunisia, in collaboration with the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization and local fishing communities, to create a fishery for invasive blue swimming crab—building on the success of our work in the Philippines. In India, we and our partners worked in the Andhra Pradesh region—a leading source of shrimp exported to the United States—to improve environmental sustainability and the economic lives of small-scale shrimp farmers through a landmark farmer-led initiative.

I knew before coming to Monterey that the Aquarium was having a positive global impact on the health of the ocean. It is absolutely inspiring to see this work in action, on so many fronts. Now I’m watching the impressive progress by talented staff across the Aquarium as they create our newest exhibit, Ocean in Motion / La Danza del Mar. Construction is moving ahead rapidly and our Animal Care team is bringing together a diverse and engaging collection of animals for live exhibits that will connect our youngest visitors with the wonders of ocean life. Our Exhibits and Interpretive Media teams are fine-tuning the elements that will make this a playful, wonder-filled space for years to come. I look forward to seeing many of you at member and donor previews before the exhibit opens to the public on Nov. 7. Look for your invitation to one of the preview events! Each week I become more convinced that what makes the Monterey Bay Aquarium exceptional is the combination of world-class science, outstanding animal care, an unwavering commitment to conservation, and incredible community support. I want to thank each and every one of you for so generously supporting the Aquarium. None of what we’ve accomplished would be possible without you.

Jenny Gray Nancy Burgermeister Chief Executive Officer

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CONNECTIONS

Our newest exhibit moves in OCEAN IN MOTION / LA DANZA DEL MAR will open to the public on Saturday, Nov. 7. Check the Member Calendar on the back page for details about special member and donor preview events in the days leading up to the grand opening. This new exhibit promises fun for the whole family, and especially for young children, with favorites like our African penguins returning to a larger habitat, new play areas to explore, and, of course, captivating and colorful sea life to get to know.

African penguin, Spheniscus demersus

Aquarium favorites on your TV, computer, or the palm of your hand With the opening of Ocean in Motion / La Danza del Mar, you can carry two of our larger exhibits with you, anywhere you have a screen. Our Penguin Cam will

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return to showcase the lively antics of our African penguin colony in their new, larger habitat. We’ve even installed additional cameras so you won’t miss a moment of the action! If you’re ready to go from black and white to full color, be sure to check out our new Coral Reef

Cam, where the bustling activity of our impressive coral community dazzles in every hue of the rainbow. Find these live exhibit cams on MontereyBayAquarium.org, or subscribe to our YouTube channel and go full screen for ocean wonder at your fi ngertips, anytime!

Fun and connection to ocean conservation Our new Ocean in Motion / La Danza del Mar exhibit welcomes young children and their caregivers to playfully engage with ocean life. But don’t let the fun fool you. For this age group, playing is learning— and can lead to conservation action. The exhibit’s lively activities are backed by research showing that children who form an early connection to animals grow into adults willing to take meaningful conservation actions. How do we foster that sense of connection in children ages two to six? By inviting children to move their bodies like a penguin or a leaping blenny. Watching and mimicking develops children’s large motor skills and activates their mirror neurons, also known as the brain’s empathy engine. By mentally and physically embodying what it’s like to be that animal, children feel a deeper connection than they would by simply observing. Another proven technique for building empathy is to imagine what an animal’s perspective might be. As children climb through the coral play area, they can pretend to be a clownfish peeking out of its anemone home, physically and mentally connecting with the animal’s experience, and laying a foundation of care for the natural world.

Adults and older siblings can benefit just as much as the little ones from these experiences of connection with ocean wildlife. So go ahead: move, play, explore, and empathize with the animals—it’s strengthening your commitment to conservation!

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Dive into ocean adventures with our YouTube Kids channel The ocean is always moving, fi lled with amazing animals and stories waiting to be discovered. Inspired by our new Ocean in Motion / La Danza del Mar exhibit, we just launched a YouTube Kids channel to bring the wonder of the Aquarium home. Kids can keep exploring the animals, movements, and behaviors that make ocean life so exciting, even after they head home. Young explorers can dive into fun adventures featuring playful sea otters, graceful jellies, curious octopuses, and other ocean neighbors. Through engaging stories, hands-on crafts, and kid-friendly science, each episode explores how marine animals move, thrive, and connect with their underwater world. From kelp forests to shimmering reefs, every adventure sparks curiosity and care for the ocean.

Create a sea star! This craft is part of our free Tide Pool Scientist online course for pre-K to second-grade students. You can find the full course (and many others) at MontereyBayAquarium.org, or just follow the directions below to have fun creating a sea star of your own!

Materials • paper plates • a bumpy surface like a Lego board to create texture • crayons • scissors To make a sea star: • Trace a sea star shape on a paper plate. Set the plate over a Lego board, cheese grater, or rough concrete and rub with a crayon. • Add secondary colors and patterns to your liking. • Cut out the sea star and fold a lengthwise crease in each ray. Voila! Enjoy your sea star!

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CELEBRATIONS

Reasons to celebrate! FROM LOCAL MILESTONES to international action, every achievement brings us closer to a healthy ocean. Dive into these bite-sized stories to learn more about our latest efforts, including kelp forest conservation and collaborative victories for sustainable fisheries worldwide. These accomplishments are a testament to what we can achieve together for the ocean.

A deep dive into kelp forest recovery Since 2024, we’ve been studying the mechanisms of kelp forest recovery in response to widespread kelp loss in California. Our team is surveying underwater sites throughout Monterey Bay to collect data on kelp, invertebrates, and algae and assess changes over time. Though we’re still in the early stages of this research, we’re discovering a few important factors related to persistent, resilient kelp forests. Notably, there are links to sea urchin foraging behavior (because overgrazing of kelp by sea urchins can lead to severe kelp loss) and the presence of sea otters, which can keep urchin populations in check. This past summer, we conducted our third field season in Monterey Bay with a team including staff, scientific diving interns, volunteers, and collaborators from the Nearshore Ecology Research Group at UC Santa Cruz. As we continue to develop this research, we’ll work more with restoration practitioners to translate findings into management tools that can recover and support thriving kelp forests. 6

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Kelp Forest endowment honors Julie Packard There’s a new plaque by our Kelp Forest exhibit. Our Board of Trustees raised $30 million to honor Julie Packard, who has retired after 40 years as our executive director. The funds will maintain the iconic exhibit as well as support ongoing field conservation work. Stop by and take a look the next time you visit.

Green ratings for Maldives tuna

Maldives skipjack and yellowfin tuna are now officially a green Best Choice by Seafood Watch. Maldivian fishermen use traditional pole-and-line methods, standing shoulder-to-shoulder on wooden boats called dhonis to catch tuna in a rhythmic dance that virtually eliminates the accidental catch of other species. In 2015, overfishing in the Indian Ocean put all tuna species there at risk. Through a four-year partnership with the Aquarium, the Maldives reformed its management approach, modernized tracking, and enacted strict catch limits into law. Their commitment secured a historic first in the Indian Ocean—an independent Seafood Watch rating that outperforms the region—proving that when we work together, the ocean wins.

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Above and below: Maldivian fishers line the side of a boat using pole-and-line gear to haul in tuna. This sustainable fishing method and better management earned the fishery a Seafood Watch Best Choice rating.

Scaling sustainable shrimp We’re building a food system that works for people and nature— including shrimp, America’s favorite seafood. Most is imported and notoriously hard to track, while costly eco-certifications historically excluded small-scale shrimp farmers from global markets. To solve this, the Aquarium introduced a free verification platform, helping nearly 4,200 Vietnamese farms achieve “Verified Green” status. In a historic milestone, University of California (UC) dining halls at UC Davis, UC Santa Cruz, and UC Merced purchased 57,500 pounds of this shrimp, which is raised using methods that safeguard mangroves and water quality. The “Verified Green” status allows U.S. institutions to confidently source sustainable seafood that protects ocean health and supports coastal communities.

Top left: A farmer tends to a black tiger prawn pond in Vietnam, using an aquaculture method that supports more sustainable production. Bottom left: Black tiger prawns are native to Southeast Asia and are often farmed in low-density pond systems that reflect their natural habitat and support their natural diet.

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Creature Feature Scalloped hammerhead shark, Sphyrna lewini

With a wide, thick head shaped like a double-headed hammer, she’s easy to identify in the Open Sea exhibit. This species is distinct from other hammerheads because of the ridges along the front edge of their head. Scalloped hammerheads are considered critically endangered because of overfishing and habitat loss. The Endangered Species Act helps protect them so they can recover.

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A full-circle homecoming

Welcoming Suri and Willow back to Monterey

If you’ve visited our Sea Otters exhibit recently, you may have noticed a surge of energy in the water. We’re thrilled to introduce Suri and Willow, two lively resident sea otters who made their public debut earlier this year. For our guests, watching these two interact with our existing raft is a spirited sample of sea otter social dynamics. Suri and Willow’s journey highlights the power of conservation partnerships. Rescued locally as stranded pups in 2022—Suri from Asilomar State Beach and Willow from Carmel River State Beach—they were rehabilitated by our Sea Otter Program. When they were deemed non-releasable by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, we collaborated with fellow AZAaccredited institutions to ensure their long-term welfare. They first spent three years at the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago serving as species ambassadors and learning cooperative care behaviors before moving to the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach to refine their maternal and foraging skills. Though they’ve been inseparable companions since they were rescued as orphaned pups in 2022, Suri and Willow have delightfully distinct personalities. Suri, whose name is derived from the iconic Big Sur coast where a remnant raft of otters was discovered in 1938, possesses a bold, independent, and explorative nature. She’s always eager to explore uncharted waters and rocky nooks. SEA OTTERS HAVE recovered from fewer than 40 individuals to over 3,000 thanks to protections like the Endangered Species Act. New regulations have just been imposed that weaken the Endangered Species Act by undoing elements of the law that protect vulnerable species and their habitats. In response,

Willow, named after the Willow Creek Beach and Picnic Area in southern sea otter range, is described by our Animal Care staff as social, industrious, resourceful, and dexterous. She loves nothing more than playing and wrestling with her raft-mates. On April 14, Suri and Willow made their official public debut, joining Ivy, Selka, and Opal. “It’s been an amazing experience getting to know their individual personalities,” says Melanie Oerter, Sea Otters exhibit curator. Visitors can already see these unique bonds forming, giving us a rare, precious glimpse into the social dynamics of this beloved species. Beyond charming our guests, Suri and Willow have an inspiring future ahead. They are excellent candidates to join our Sea Otter Program as surrogate mothers. By serving as adoptive parents to orphaned wild pups, they’ll teach them vital skills—such as grooming and foraging—that these pups need for a second chance at life in the wild. When you visit Suri and Willow, or watch them on our live Sea Otter Cam, you’re celebrating a victory for ocean conservation funded by your generosity. Sea otters are essential to a healthy marine habitat, protecting kelp forests and restoring coastal wetlands. Thank you for your unwavering support, which keeps our ocean conservation work moving forward!

the Monterey Bay Aquarium is highlighting how the nation’s primary law for safeguarding wildlife and biodiversity has protected four species you can see at the Aquarium. Look for new exhibit signage identifying the animals in our care that are protected by the act, including the southern sea otter. There’s

still a long way to go for full recovery; otters and many other endangered species need the continued protections of the Endangered Species Act today!

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Where the ocean connects us WE BELIEVE that humankind can turn the tide on threats facing our life-sustaining ocean. This starts by connecting with and lifting our local community, which has supported us for decades.

Aquarium Curator Megan Olhasso aboard the R/V David Packard

donors, whose generosity powers our science, our partnerships, and our mission to inspire conservation of the ocean.

Community connections at the library

Into the depths with MBARI We celebrated another major milestone in our shared mission with colleagues at MBARI (Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute): our second successful expedition aboard MBARI’s new flagship research vessel, the R/V David Packard. Biologists, led by Curator of Fishes and Invertebrates Megan Olhasso, teamed up with MBARI scientists and engineers for a 12

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five-day journey to explore Guide Seamount and Ascension Canyon, a massive, underwater chasm that plunges nearly a mile and a half deep. The expedition was a resounding success, bringing back breathtaking animals—including species never before displayed to the public. With MBARI, we’re using these incredible encounters to raise global awareness about the biodiversity and vulnerability of deep-sea life. We’re profoundly grateful to our members and

Our Monterey Bay Aquarium Library Program proudly serves communities through Monterey and Santa Cruz County libraries, bringing bilingual ocean and environmental learning opportunities directly to local families and learners. Through hands-on activities, interactive experiences, and reading circles we inspire curiosity, build empathy for animals, and connect people of all ages with the ocean. We are already hearing stories of children lighting up during story times, caregivers making new connections, and library partners inviting us back with confidence in our staff’s ability to independently lead engaging, welcoming programs. As we expand, these partnerships are creating lasting connections and reaffirming the importance of accessible Aquarium experiences for families throughout our region.

The future of ocean conservation

¡Nuestro sitio web está completamente en español! Our website is now fully in Spanish! ¡Estamos muy emocionados de anunciar que nuestro sitio web está completamente traducido al español! Cuando actualizamos nuestro sitio web en mayo, trabajamos con un proveedor

externo para ayudarnos a traducir más de 1.000 páginas del sitio web. Esta meta nos ayuda a avanzar en nuestro compromiso de transformarnos en completamente bilingües para que más personas puedan cuidar y conectar con la maravilla de la vida marina. Navega por nuestro sitio web en español en MontereyBayAquarium.org/es We’re excited to announce that our website is now fully translated into Spanish! When we updated our website in May, we worked with an external provider to help us translate over 1,000 web pages. This milestone advances our commitment to becoming fully bilingual, giving more people the opportunity to care for and connect with the wonders of ocean life. Browse our Spanish website at MontereyBayAquarium.org/es

Izquierda: Página de inicio actualizada del Monterey Bay Aquarium, vista en un dispositivo móvil.

The 2026 Future Leaders Scholarship was awarded to Sophiyah Murphy on behalf of the Monterey Bay Aquarium. WE RECENTLY welcomed the fifth recipient of the Aquarium’s Future Leaders Scholarship. The scholarship program, which is funded with generous donor support, is helping remove barriers to higher education for first-generation college students who are passionate about ocean conservation. The scholarship provides full tuition, housing, and books for four years while recipients attend California State University, Monterey Bay. Beyond financial support, students receive guidance from Aquarium staff and opportunities to grow within their chosen field of study. Through these scholarships, we’re investing in a diverse generation of ocean leaders and encouraging students to turn their passion for protecting the ocean into lifelong careers.

Left: Monterey Bay Aquarium updated home page, as seen on a mobile device. MONTEREYBAYAQUARIUM.ORG/MEMBERS

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Leaving a legacy for the ocean THE AQUARIUM’S Endowment Fund provides essential revenue today, while also ensuring that our cutting-edge science, education, and conservation programs endure in perpetuity. Gifts from members of our Betty White Ocean Legacy Circle form the core of our endowment giving. These contributions are especially meaningful as we continue to grow our Endowment Fund. Trusts, retirement plans, insurance policies, and real estate are examples of the types of gifts donors have provided to sustain our ongoing work to protect and restore the living ocean. Please contact Ann Dabovich at LastingLegacy@mbayaq.org or 831.648.4913 to learn more.

A legacy rooted in curiosity and giving back

Lisa White, Monterey Bay Aquarium Trustee and Betty White Ocean Legacy Circle member

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Some of life’s greatest passions begin with a simple experience. For Lisa White, Monterey Bay Aquarium Trustee and Betty White Ocean Legacy Circle member, these moments began in childhood, while exploring museums and aquariums in San Francisco. These early experiences instilled in her a lifelong appreciation for education, science, and discovery. She and her sisters were encouraged by their parents’ philosophy of giving back and paying it forward. Inspired by their example, Lisa has planned her legacy to support

causes dear to her heart. Working with a trust attorney and doing her own research, Lisa discovered the advantages of including a gift to the Aquarium in her trust. She began to see legacy giving not just as a financial decision, but as a meaningful way to support the causes that influenced her life. For Lisa, a legacy gift is essential for creating future opportunities for children to experience the wonder of science and discovery. The greatest legacy isn’t simply what we leave behind; it is the opportunities we create for generations to come.

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Betty S. Koch Dianne and John Kock Sunny and Harry Kohn Dr. Marilyn Konish-Dunn Jane Koska Kristine Koster and Sieg Efken Dana and Sharon Krone Vicky Krugman-Mendel Diane and Michael Kulow Dr. Robert LaBerge Michael and Leona Labruyere Dr. Kimberley Lakes and Dr. James Kay Diane Lane Jack Larry Daniel E. Latham Michael and Amelia Latham Mary Lattanzio John Lavezzoli and Ling Li Mrs. Gayle E. Lazur Lewis and Sheila Lee Sang Mi Lee and Raymond Paik Sharon M. Lee Thomas and Judy Lee Barbara LeFevre Robert C. Leichner and Jill Baxter Bill and Jane Leifhelm Deri Leong-Miller Louis Leporace David and Traci Levasseur Angeleke and Jack Levy Lori Lewis Dr. John Lilley and Dr. Mary Sanfelippo-Lilley Karina and Joel Linn Layne Lisser and Dr. Kay Lubansky Bonnie Lockwood Kevin Lohman and Natasha Flechsig Janette Loomis Joonya Lopez and Marleen Bush and Family Rick Lualemana and Desiree Galbiso and Family Paulette Lynch and Ken Peterson Colin Ma and Laurie Christensen Diana Machado and Melissa Cheney Margaret Maciborka David and Helen MacKenzie The MacMillan Family James J. Macrie and Janet R. Cadarette Suzanne L. Mager Sally Maier and John Todd Linda Mandel Christopher and Lesley Manke Carolann and Roger Manley Patrick and Brenda Manley Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Mann Barbara and Alan Marcum Charles Marengo Jim Marrocco In memory of Barbara Martin Christy Martin and Cindy Melter Steve and Dian Martin David and Karen Mast Kenneth J. and Katharine Louise Masterson Misty and Michael Matsui Brad and Sheriane Mattocks George and Kate Matuz Greg and Kendall Matz Carol and William E. McCarey Terrence McCarthy and James Swarthout Matthew McClendon Jim and Sandra McConnell Winnie McDonnell Doug McIntyre and Kimberly Wiefling Ryan McKeon Thomas and Margaret McKey Gary and Sue McLaughlin Dr. Margaret R. McLean Clysta and John McLemore Rod and Peggy McMahan Janael McQueen and Jeanne Herrick A. Ken and Francine Meadors James Medeiros and Lori Kraus

Altona (Toni) Mefford Bruce and Sandra Mehringer Jeff Mentzos Debra Merson Stephan Meyer-Ewald and Andrea Ewald Lenore Meyer and Dale Meyer Jodi Pratt and Lyn Hood W. J. Michaely and Jancy Rickman Marilee Mifflin and Richard Smart Ken Mignosa and Tammy McCrory Tom and Robin Milam Lewis and Shirley Milkavich Dave and Norah Miller Joann L. Miller Nathaniel J. P. Miller William O. Minter III Ania Mitros and Seth LaForge Don and Toni Moccia Timothy I. and Diane M. Molter Douglas Molyneaux Mr. and Mrs. Larry Moore Susan B. Moore Vicki Moore April Moranville Erica Morris and Joseph Knapp Beverly and Larry Moyer Mary Mullen Heather Murphy and William Ivie Norah Murphy and Grier Johnson Janet M. Musson Charitable Trust Victoria Naidorf and Michael Gibson Yumi Nakagawa and Paul Bartlett Greg Nelson Ken and Dorothy Nelson Linda Nelson Jennifer Neumann Peter Neumeier and Gillian Taylor Claudia Newbold and Howard Schopman Anais C. Nguyen and Michael P. Lepisto Tom M. Nguyen and Justin Scott Betty Ohr Mr. and Mrs. Gus Norton Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Nunes Lori S. Nye Kelly and Patti O’Brien Laura Okawa Kevin and Bea Olsen Anthony Onorati and Brian Benamati Sara Ontiveros Beverly Ort, DVM, and Al Sekol Serina and John Ortega Russell S. Orten and Catherine G. Orten Sharon Osberg Duncan and Robin Owen Julie Packard Hosahalli and Ganga Padmesh Lindsey Parkhurst and Jim Mack Patti Parks Tim and Cathy Pasek Karen Patchen Mrs. Jeanne E. Pauley John and Vicki Pearse Tisa M. Pedersen Susan and Perry Peers Carolyn H. Pendery Robert and Mara Perkins Janet Perry Judd and Sharon Perry Family James W. Peterson Pamela and Gary Peterson Shirley and Tom Phelan George and Laureen Philipp James Piburn and Donna Kaspar Jaime and Makayla Pilanca Margaret Plumley Alan Pomatto and Alison Jones-Pomatto Cynthia H. Ponce & David R. Martinez Trust Deborah Port and Michael Heymann The Postadan Family Randy, Haidee, Kayla, and Kalea

BETTY WHITE OCEAN LEGACY CIRCLE Robin Potchka in memory of Shaun Lewis Andrea Boussy Noble Elizabeth Jorvina Proctor Lorie Prouty Teri Lynn Provence Jane Przeslica In memory of Joaquin S. Quenga, Sr. Brent Ramerth and Kalinda Lisy Alan D. Rammer Paul and Yuanbi Ramsay Gary and Ellen Rauh JoAnn M. Reed Deborah Reichman Don and Dorothy Reinke Noelani Reinker and T. Kevin Cotter Marijeanne Rende Barbara J. Rettig Michael and Liane Reyes and Family Ron and Sherry Rhinehart Jeffrey M. Rice Alice Rich and Kathleen Aswell Bob and Betty Ricks Dennis W. Riddle Larry and Kathi Ridley The Family of Bob and Nicky Riehl The Riley Family Trust William and Verginie Riley Smeeta Rishi and Jayashree Katharadekar Janet Roberts Craig and Laurel Robertson Nick and Sian Robertson Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Robidoux Leigh and Eddie Robinson Regina Rodriguez Jason and Amy Rogers Dr. Robert Roland and Gina Gianfala Joseph, Paz, and Judah Rondez Mark Roos and Catherine Rossi-Roos Vicki Rosa and Octavio Gonzalez Laury M. Rosenthal Jack and Doreen Roth Joan Roudenbush Bob and Carol Rowberg Rich and Janet Rowley Kim Rubin and Jan Hollander Carol Ruff Heather Runes and Rodney Prell Todd E. Ruston and Bridgette M. Ruston Rutigliano Nance Family Trust Geoff and Katie St. John Holly Jill St. John and Paul Mackley Alex Sales, Cathy Potts-Sales, and Amanda Sales Daryl and Mandy Salm Karin Salomon Trudy and Charles Salter Martha and John Salvador Jeannette Saporito Kevin and Carol Sawchuk Wesley and Bruce Sawyer Jeanne Clark-Scarmon Michael Scharfenstein Jack Schiffhauer Ruth and Walter Schillinger Stuart and Lisbet Schlitt Sara and Patrick Schmitz Steve Schramm and Diane Schweitzer San Schreiber and Zoe Fenson Kay Schroer Robert Schroer Jeanine Schryer Terry Schuller and Dave Reid Jeff Scroggin and Courtney Yuen Jeanette B. Sechrist Glenn Seiler and Pamela Kearby Larry and Shirley Selzle Gail Sera and Janet Storz Linda and David Sexton Chirld Shagena and Jo Dennis Tina and Nasir Shakour Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Sharp

Suzanne Cotter Shaug Ann Sheehan Charles and Sherry Shepardson Jennifer Shevock Kathy Shields and Martha Rush In loving memory of Dr. Carol Shinmoto Lori Shoemaker and Kent Smith Al and Joyce Siegling Mr. and Mrs. Jack M. Sikorski and Family C. Diane Silva Pamela Silver and Jeffrey Way Steven Silver Judy and Phillip Silverstein Manuel C. Simas Laura and Doug Simcox Suzette Cavanaugh Singer Sally Hance Sirocky Grete Skjellerud Evan Smallwood and Aaron McPherson Douglas R. Smith Julie D. Smith Patricia Smith Te Smith Rebecca and Donald Snelling Cheryl and Owen Snyder Kathryn Snyder and Gerald Kutchey Sally and Walter Snyder Maurine and Mark Solomonson George Somero and Amy Anderson Judith and Gary Sorgen Amor Soruis, Leonard Deleon Guerrero, and children Sally and Neville Spadafore John S. and Jacqueline A. Spaulding Jeff and Tricia Spires Mark, Suzanne, Rachael, and Erin Spradley Barbara Spreng Marty Springer and Keldyn West Ed Spurr Jerilyn Stalford Myra and James Steinwinder Cynthia A. Stephenson Jennifer Stern and Jeffrey Pugh Denise Stevens and Quentin Panek Carol Marie and Robert E. Stille Jr. Sabina Stoltz and Aaron Thornton Jocelynn and Richard Stone Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Stratton Jr. Dennis Strobel In loving memory of Audrey Sturgess Jane and Tom Sullivan Robert Sullivan and Meg Best-Sullivan Cathy and Chris Swanson Marilyn B. Sutorius Vikki Swanson James Szabo and Irina Nekrasova Raymond Szczesny and Paul Weintraub Guillermina T-Kennedy and Saul Kennedy Jill K. Tajima and Keith K. Onodera Kathleen Talbert-Hill Jane and Paul Taylor Scott and Patricia Teaford James and Cheryl Teare Alice and Robert Tepel Sharon Tereshka and Jorene Moratto Michelle D. Terry and Samuel W. Terry Pamela and Curtis Thayer Barbara J. Thomas Christopher Thompson and Yves Zsutty Paul Thompson Earl D. Thorp Kathy Tiddle Terri Tienken Elaine Tobosa Sandra Todd Davis Todhunter Mary Towns Ron and Kimberly Tremmel Marion Trentman-Morelli and Robert Morelli May Hien Truong and Cecilia Chung

Tina M. Tuma and Gilbert Chang Van Tunstall and Susan Churchill Dr. Louise D. Turkula John H. Tyler Brian and Pamela Uitti Marianne and Margaret Unruh Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie D. Usrey and Family Susan and Jack Uydess Gayle Uyeda and Johnathan P. Lord Alma Valencia and Ronald Gross Ricardo and Maria Vallejo Donna Van Diepen Vanderbeek Family John and Ann Varady Cristina Betancourt Vargas David and Ana Paula Vargas Celeste A. Ventura Brendan Vermillion Cynthia L. Vernon Scott and Jamie Vincent Carol Virden Rick and Franca Voegelin Betty von Maszynski Kathy Voss-Jensen and Risa Jensen Thao Vu-Dring and John Dring Jeff and Dana Wagner Harold and Wanda Wake Mr. and Mrs. Chance Wales Pamela J. Wangsness Arnold and Jeri Wartena Andrea Wasko and Meaghan Gilbert Mr. and Mrs. James Watanabe Steven G. Watkins and Pamela Wilkes Lisa A. Watts Xoa and James Weber David and Doris Weindorf Eric and Emily Weis Larry D. Welling Dona Rose Weyrauch Donna E. Meyers and Roberta S. Hunter Anne Wheelis Jim and Marj Whinery Michael and Marilynn Whitcomb Beth White and Curt Huber Lisa D. White Michael and Donna White Jocelyn B. Whitney Skip Wickiser and Liza Horvath Mary “Bunny” Wickum Russ and Linda Wiitala Anne Mary Wilke Amanda and Marc Williams Cynthia K. Williams Diana Williams Mr. and Mrs. John A. Williams Kraig and Suzan Williams Christen Wilmer Sean and Eline Wilson Sebastian and Tin Tin Wisniewski Bill and Janne Wissel Bill Wohler and Lori Heyman Roger Wolf and Joann Johnson Diane Wong and Evan Kirkpatrick Ed Wong Lily Wong Doug Wood and Laura Burns-Wood Marilyn Woods Pamela Wootten Karen and Henry Work Jim and Diane Wotus Renate-Karin Wunsch Karen and John Wynbeek Chunlin Xue and Bin Yan Sherri Yarp and Garlan Prater Bill, Zack, and Carol Fulton Yeates Adam and Eva Zeno June Zhu Carolyn Zinnerman

MONTEREYBAYAQUARIUM.ORG/MEMBERS

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Member calendar PLEASE JOIN US for fun events this fall and winter. We hope to see you soon!

Early entry for members

Members get exclusive early access at 8:30 a.m. on select weekends and school holidays, including Thanksgiving and winter breaks. Please check MontereyBayAquarium.org/Hours for operating hours on specific dates before you visit.

Halloween Member Nights October 23 and 24

Enjoy our popular Halloween member events in October. Come show off your costume, whether you’re joining us as an ocean animal or a classic Halloween favorite.

Aquarium Live November 2026

Join us for this exclusive peek at Ocean in Motion / La Danza del Mar as experts take live questions in our online show.

December Member Night December 4

Enjoy our exhibits and special programs, dine on food and drink specials, and make memories in this all-ages member event.

Adults-only (18+) Member Night February 2027

Enjoy our exhibits and special programs, dine on food and drink specials, and mingle with staff at our member night just for adults 18 and over.

March Member Evening Hours March 2027

Join us for special evening hours. Members and donors can enjoy the Aquarium at night, a quieter time before the spring break season.

Ocean in Motion / La Danza del Mar Member Previews • PACKARDS’ CIRCLE RECEPTION Oct. 24 (8-10 a.m) • ALL DONORS Oct. 30 (10 a.m-5 p.m.), Oct. 31 (8 a.m.- 12 p.m.) • ADULTS ONLY (18+) Nov. 1 (8-10 a.m.) • ALL MEMBERS Oct. 31 (12-5 p.m.), Nov. 1, 2, and 3 (10 a.m-5 p.m.)

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