WAVE Foundation - Newport Aquarium

??? Kickstart your spring cleaning the eco-friendly way! Join us on Thursday, March 20, for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to make homemade detergent—a sustainable, cost-saving alternative free of additives and wasteful packaging. Plus, get up close and meet stingrays! ???? Let’s build better habits for our homes and our planet. ?? Who’s in? ??♀???♂? Register here: https://lnkd.in/g96pENmN #SustainableLiving #DIYDetergent #SpringCleaning #EcoFriendlyHabits

Dive into an unforgettable evening October 3 at Nauti Nite, presented by @MassMutual Ascend, where the tide of excitement is high and the fun is endless! ?? Get ready for a shore thing of delicious bites, refreshing drinks, and fantastic company, all in support of a whale of a cause. By attending, you're making a splash in the education programs and conservation efforts of the WAVE Foundation! ?? Get your tickets at the early bird price today: https://lnkd.in/gJ8xVzeJ Your ticket is your passport to a sea of flavors, with dinner by the bite from 20 local restaurants and drinks flowing through the Aquarium. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg—prepare to sea a silent auction with one-of-a-kind treasures, live entertainment, raffles, a silent disco, and even live animal encounters with alligators, penguins, and more! ???? Want to dive deeper into the action? Become a sponsor at the Conservation Champion tier or higher and enjoy a VIP Pre-Party with an exclusive animal encounter, a live auction, and a specialty cocktail that will make your taste buds do a happy flip (just like a dolphin!). ?? Sponsor opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/g66XV8M9 Guests are encouraged to wear BLUE to show your support for ocean conservation—because together, we can make waves for a brighter future! ????

It's time to celebrate the fincredible EEL Corps members of our team ?? ???? Alex, Ashley, and Andrew are the perfect examples of dedication to conservation education. Together, they have brought WAVE on Wheels to kiddos all across the tri-state, led our NEW early childhood programs, and developed new curriculum for camp and field trips. Their contributions to WAVE will live on long past their service. Thank you, Triple A for all you do ?? #AmeriCorps #AmeriCorpsWeek #NationalService

Warm, sunny smiles always remind us of Camp WAVE ?? As the weather warms up, consider signing up for camp in our brand new classroom space at Newport on the Levee. There are several new openings for July camps available NOW! Sign up for camp here: https://lnkd.in/ggsYrV54 Camp WAVE includes a daily trip to the Newport Aquarium, up-close animal encounters, playful activities, conservation crafts, an engaging camp counselors! Before and after daycare is available. Can't make it to camp? Fill out one of our scholarship applications to see if you qualify for financial assistance ????

Thank you Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce for featuring us today! We love being members and appreciate the support ?? ??

Sophia Hawkins is our Animal Care Team Volunteer of Excellent for Fall 2024. Sophia was nominated by Biologist, Kelly Dinan, who had this to say, "Sophia is an amazing volunteer. The herpetology team is always very excited to see her signed up for a shift. She is such a hard worker and is always willing to take on any task we give her. She excels at everything she does. Her work ethic is exemplary. She is dependable, reliable, and such a joy to be around. We are very lucky to have her as a volunteer." Thank you, Sophia, for all of your service and dedication to WAVE Foundation and the Newport Aquarium!

Grace Barnes is our Exhibit Interpretation Volunteer of Excellence for Fall 2024. Grace was nominated by Guest Experience Lead, Mari Yeager, who had this to say, "Grace is amazing and well-spoken when conveying information to guests at the turtle discovery cart. When asked about the contents, she methodically points out each turtle and object guiding guests through a verbal and visual journey of turtle conservation. It is impressive that Grace is able to provide such a high level of content and energy which is mirrored by her captive audience!" Grace started in the Teen WAVE Volunteer Program this fall and has truly embraced her role as an exhibit interpreter. Thank you, Grace, for providing Newport Aquarium guests with thought-provoking and engaging content!

Thank you for having us, Beech Acres Parenting Center ?? Erin and Daphne are incredible educators!

Black History is more important than ever! Take a moment to refresh your memory on these critically important folks who have laid the foundation for environmental justice and those who are actively shaping the future through their work and resilience ??

Todd and Cherri Klesch are our Team WAVE Volunteers of Excellence for Fall 2024. Todd and Cherri were nominated by WAVE’s Executive Director, Tricia Watts, who had this to say, “Todd is a member of the WAVE Board of Directors and the Board's Resource Development Committee. He and his wife Cherri volunteer together at both of WAVE's annual events, usually helping with a Giving/Merch Station. They do so cheerfully and really engage our guests. Both are dedicated to WAVE's mission and go above and beyond to fulfill duty as Board member (and volunteer).” Todd and Cherri make a great team, and we are so happy they have chosen to share their time and talents with WAVE Foundation. Thank you, Todd and Cherri!