Meet Shari the
Coral Crusader!
Shari Regenbogen Ross has always been a passionate advocate for our planet. An artist, she creates coral-inspired pieces that have been exhibited and sold across the United States.
Shari is also an enthusiastic, experienced scuba diver and is certified in coral restoration. Her work for non profit organizations raised funds, created sponsorships and grew a community known as the Coral Crusaders!
She applies her experiences and perspective to raise awareness and support for coral as a citizen environmentalist. Shari knows the importance of our oceans, and wants to make a positive impact on our blue planet.
Program Schedule
ALL EVENTS BELOW ARE FREE TO THE COMMUNITY
5
January
2023
Live Corals & Conservation Chat
4pm – 5pm
Chat with Coral Crusader Shari and see a live Coral Reef!
Suitable for all ages
location
Catawba Science Center Aquarium Lobby
5
January
2023
An Evening of Corals & Conservation
5pm – 6pm
Meet a Coral Crusader and participate in a creative coral reef project!
Suitable for all ages
location
Hickory Museum of Art
5
January
2023
Cocktails, Corals, & Conversation
6pm – 7:30pm
Enjoy Cocktails & Coral Conversation in the
SEA to SEE Exhibit!
Please register through HMA to reserve your spot.
Suitable for ages 21+
location
Hickory Museum of Art
6
January
2023
Community Coral Reef Art Project
1pm – 3pm
Create a community coral reef-inspired art project that will be displayed in HMA's Coe Gallery!
Suitable for all ages
location
Philadelphia, PA
6
January
2023
Community Coral Reef Art Project
10am – 11am
Create a community coral reef-inspired art project that will be displayed in HMA's Coe Gallery!
Suitable for all ages
location
Hickory Museum of Art
6
January
2023
Expedition Reef
3pm show — 26 minutes
Embark on a journey into the hidden world of coral reefs and explore some of our planet's most biodiverse, and critically threatened, ecosystems.
Suitable for all ages
location
Catawba Science Center Millholand Planetarium
7
January
2023
329 Miles: Coral Presentation
11am – 12pm
Coral Crusader Shari shares her passion & experience in restoring coral reefs around the world!
Suitable for all ages
location
Drendel Auditorium, SALT Block
7
January
2023
Community Coral Reef Art Project
1pm – 3pm
Create a community coral reef-inspired art project that will be displayed in HMA's Coe Gallery!
Suitable for all ages
location
Hickory Museum of Art
7
January
2023
Expedition Reef
3pm show — 26 minutes
Embark on a journey into the hidden world of coral reefs and explore some of our planet's most biodiverse, and critically threatened, ecosystems.
Suitable for all ages
location
Catawba Science Center Millholand Planetarium
8
January
2023
Community Coral Reef Art Exhibit
1pm – 4pm
Come see the completed coral reef-inspired art project crafted by the community on display!
Suitable for all ages
location
Coe Gallery, Hickory Museum of Art
8
January
2023
Expedition Reef
3pm show — 26 minutes
Embark on a journey into the hidden world of coral reefs and explore some of our planet's most biodiverse, and critically threatened, ecosystems.
Suitable for all ages
location
Catawba Science Center Millholand Planetarium
Cocktails, Corals, & Conversation
Reserve your spot for the Cocktails, Corals, & Conversation event on January 5th in the SEA to SEE exhibit at 6pm.