• Water as our Way of Life™

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  • Nurturing a Sustainable Future

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  • Promoting Blue Educational Pathways

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The Blue Economy is...

A sustainable and balanced way to grow our economy that focuses on protecting and promoting our water and coastal resources.

The Islands Coastal Conference 2026

WHOI Sea Grant, Martha's Vineyard Film Center 79 Beach Rd Vineyard Haven, Mass. 02568

Join coastal managers, environmental organizations, town officials/staff, conservation commissions, planning boards, consultants, researchers, and experts to discuss critical issues such as sea level rise, ocean acidification, storm flooding and erosion.

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Mysteries of 9 North: Free film screening

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, 45 Water Street, Woods Hole, MA

Join scientists as they explore fields of active deep-sea volcanoes, venturing to newly discovered hydrothermal vents where the Alvin submersible has never been before, and investigating how life forms in extreme environments. Reception to follow.

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Marine Biology Laboratory

Research Assistant I

Part-Time Woods Hole, MA 10/02/26

Entry-level research assistant supporting field work, sample collection, and laboratory processing for coastal marsh studies. Must have bachelor's degree in biological sciences.

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Hyannis Whale Watcher Cruises

Galley Crew

Seasonal Barnstable, MA 10/02/26

Prepares food, stocks inventory, serves passengers in the onboard snack bar, and assists with vessel hospitality.

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