– Make the Ocean Institute part of your Christmas celebration!
The Ocean Institute will present a Parade of Lights Holiday Party on Friday, December 10, 7 – 9 p.m. Participants will have the opportunity to view the annual Dana Point Harbor Boat Parade of Lights, and enjoy hot chili and refreshments. Children can have their picture taken with Santa Claus, create their own works of art and ride on a track-less train.
Cost is $10 adults, $5 for children ages 3-12 or a family of four for $25. Reservations required; call (949) 496-2274.
Founded in 1977, the Ocean Institute is a non-profit organization dedicated to ocean preservation through education, setting the standard for educational excellence and serving as a leading resource for universities, museums, teachers and all others seeking to increase their knowledge of the ocean. The Ocean Institute is open to the general public on weekends, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Cost: $6.50 adults, $4.50 children (ages 4-12), Ocean Institute members free. Unique maritime and ocean-themed items are available in the Chambers Gallery everyday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Institute address: 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr., Dana Point. Website: www.ocean-institute.org. Phone: (949) 496-2274.
