Join us for a Lecture at the Lagoon, where you will have the opportunity to hear from a diverse range of environmental experts. These knowledgeable speakers specialize in sharing captivating stories about a variety of fascinating topics, from the octopus population under the Blue Heron Bridge in Riviera Beach to the importance of manatees in our ecosystem. Our free lectures are held at 2:00 p.m. on the second Sunday of each month. Don’t miss this chance to learn and be inspired!
Fossils & Rocks & Beaches, Oh My!
Come to Manatee Lagoon to learn all about Geoscience Education in Florida for our August Lecture at the Lagoon! Carson Ciesinski is a local educator that has taught in multiple roles to people of all ages. This lecture will go into his experiences in these roles, the different types of opportunities in this field, and the importance in learning about geology for the future of our society. Attendees will have the opportunity to see actual rocks and fossils taken from the field, along with some research equipment used to acquire them!
About the Presenter: Carson Ciesinski holds a Master of Science in Environmental Science and is currently a PhD student in the Department of Geosciences at Florida Atlantic University. His research has a broad focus in paleoecology and paleoenvironmental reconstruction. This includes his current work dealing with the Cretaceous-Paleogene Mass Extinction, more commonly known as the extinction of the dinosaurs. Carson’s experience in science goes beyond research, as he has held several roles as an educator in higher education, private schools, and environmental centers. These have extended him the opportunity to travel not only for his own research but also to teach students about science and geological phenomena all throughout Florida. Science education has become an essential part of Carson’s professional career, and in his talk he will share not only about his experiences but the value in creating geo-literacy at all age levels.
Speaker: Carson Ciesinski, PhD Student at Florida Atlantic University
When: Sunday, August 9, 2026
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Where: 6000 N. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Cost: FREE, registration recommended.
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