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Loggerhead Announces Grand Hatchling!
Contributed by: Terri Neil on 11/27/2007

For Immediate Release

THE GRAND HATCHING OF

LOGGERHEAD MARINELIFE CENTER ANNOUNCES JANUARY DATE

Juno Beach, FL (November 26, 2007) - The Loggerhead Marinelife Center proudly announces its GRAND HATCHING on Thursday, January 10 at 6:30 pm.

This official grand opening event, chaired by Russ Morley, will be a tropical theme complete with cocktails, island fare graciously donated by Bonefish Grill and tropical entertainment. The highlight of the evening will be the unveiling of the new turtle yard, which is decorated with two custom murals featuring the artwork of renowned marine wildlife artist Guy Harvey. The designs for each of the wall murals were inspired by Harvey's love of the local marine environment and his passion for educating people regarding our marine environment. The murals were made possible thanks to a donation from Merrill Lynch, Gregory O'Hare. The walls surround the turtle yard which is the focal point of the new 12,000 square foot campus

"A dedication of the new campus was held last April with local officials; however this event will be the spectacular grand opening event everyone has been anticipating," said Nanette Lawrenson, Executive Director.

Construction of the new Center cost $4 million to build and another $2 million for exhibits and equipment. In addition to the expanded turtle yard, the new facility includes a 1,200 square foot exhibit hall that houses the world's largest sea turtle skeleton

replica - the Archelon, an on-site veterinary clinic, a research laboratory, learning center an expansive gift shop.

The grand opening celebration theme is tropical & guestare asked to dress in their favoritemost tropical attire Tickets are $150 and can be purchased by calling 561-627-8280 extension 101. Sponsors of the event include Bonefish Grill, Merrill Lynch, Gregory O'Hare, 10 Cane Rum and NUVO Wine. The Grand Hatching Committee is comprised of Russ Morley, chair; Chris Fratalia, Frank Harris, Paula Henderson, Nanette Lawrenson, Terri Mersentes, Ellen Morley, Jim Mostad, Terri Neil, Mike Rendina, Ann Seppenfield and Dawn Sherwood.

About Loggerhead Marinelife Center:

The Loggerhead Marinelife Center, a nonprofit organization, committed to the conservation of marine life through public education, research and rehabilitation with a focus on threatened and endangered sea turtles. In addition to providing educational programs, the Loggerhead Marinelife Center operates a sea turtle rehabilitation program, and features aquariums and other marine exhibits and is located at 14200 US Highway One in Juno Beach. For more information visit www.marinelife.org or call 561-627-8280.




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Terri Neil

lake Worth , FL

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