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Why Sharks Matter!

with David Shiffman, oceanographer

2026-07-07 17:30:00 2026-07-07 18:30:00 America/New_York Why Sharks Matter! Why we should care about what happens to sharks. Wheaton Library -

Tuesday, July 07
5:30pm - 6:30pm

Why we should care about what happens to sharks.

Sharks are some of the most misunderstood, most ecologically important, and most threatened animals in the world. Join Montgomery County resident and marine biologist Dr. David Shiffman to learn all about these incredible animals, the threats they face, and how you can help save the ocean. Q&A will follow his presentation, and he will have copies of his book Why Sharks Matter for sale.

Questions about this program? Contact Wheaton Library @240-777-0678

You can find numerous and diverse resources about science, nature, and many other topics at the MCPL resources webpage!

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Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child.

If you plan to attend with a group of ten or more, please contact the branch at least one week before the program to discuss how your group might be accommodated.

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To request an accommodation, contact the library branch where you want the accommodation. If they are unable to help, or if you need an accommodation for an online resource or event, complete our Accommodation Request Form online or call Library Administration at 240-777-0002.

Wheaton Library

Phone: 240-777-0678

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