Oceanic Literacy Day At The Open Book, Topanga

Schedule

Sun Oct 12 2025 at 02:30 pm to 03:30 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

The Open Book Woodland Hills | Los Angeles, CA

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Join us at The Open Book in Topanga for Oceanic Literacy Day, where we'll dive deep into all things related to the ocean and its importance!
About this Event

Welcome to Oceanic Literacy Day at The Open Book, Topanga!

Dive into a world of knowledge and exploration as we celebrate our oceans and the creatures that call them home. In collaboration with The Open Book, The Persaud Foundation will be holding an Oceanic Literacy Day! We will be having an oceanic storytime for children at 2:30 PM with the book "Shark Lady: The True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean's Most Fearless Scientist", by Jess Keating. Afterward, we will have a Question & Answer Session about Marine Biology & Science Communication, in which children can discuss any questions that they may have about marine life, & any questions that they may have about entering the field. We shall also be reviewing our shark education fact cards, each of which features a new & interesting shark fact on it!

We will also be handing out Stickers, Pins, & Shark Education Fact Cards while supplies last! If you decide to purchase any books & mention our nonprofit, 20% of your purchase will be donated to us.

This event is completely free, all that we ask is that you register for it. Whether you're a marine enthusiast or just curious about the underwater world, this event is perfect for all ages & families. Learn about marine conservation, discover fascinating facts about ocean life, and get inspired to protect our seas for future generations.

Have a whale of a time at The Open Book, Topanga. See you there!


Who We Are:

We are a registered 501(c)3 California nonprofit organization that conducts local conservation & oceanic education events in Southern California, publishes online courses about marine biology, & publishes an electronic newsletter about marine biology, which can be found at thepersaudcatalog.org. Please consider donating to us to help keep these events alive!For any questions, comments, or concerns, please email us at [email protected], or text it to 909-586-8405!


Agenda

🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Oceanic Storytime

Info: We will be hosting an Oceanic Storytime with the book "Shark Lady: The True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean's Most Fearless Scientist", by Jess Keating. We shall begin at 2:30 PM sharp.


🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Question & Answer Session About Marine Biology & Science Communication

Info: After we finish the story time, we will host a short Question & Answer Session answering any questions that participants may have, such as what it may be like entering the field, what exactly a shark is, what it's like as a marine biologist, & numerous other things. We shall also be distributing Shark education fact cards to those interested while supplies last!


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Where is it happening?

The Open Book Woodland Hills, 6316 California 27, Los Angeles, United States

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