Harm in the Water Screening for BIMS 5th Anniversary!

Celebrate Black in Marine Science’s 5th Anniversary with an unforgettable afternoon on the Mississippi River. Step aboard the elegant Creole Queen for a VIP screening of the award-winning documentary Harm in the Water, a powerful film by Kendall Moore that exposes the environmental injustices facing Black communities along the Mississippi River and beyond.

Experience Includes:

• Exclusive Q&A with filmmakers and members of the BIMS team
• Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and specialty drinks
• Stunning views of the New Orleans riverfront aboard a classic paddlewheeler
• Networking with scientists, community leaders, and ocean advocates

Date: Saturday, December 20

Time: Boarding begins @ 1:30 pm; start sailing at 2 pm; dock at 4:30 pm

Where: Creole Queen in New Orleans, LA

Cost:

• BIMS Members: FREE (log into your membership portal to access the member calendar for FREE registration)
• Non-Members: $125

Tickets are limited.

Why Attend: This is more than a film screening; it celebrates science, community, and action for environmental justice. Your presence supports Black in Marine Science as we continue to elevate diverse voices and protect our waters.

Sponsorship: Interested in sponsoring? Check out the levels on our giving page or email to explore sponsorship opportunities.

Join us for an evening of storytelling, science, and celebration as we cruise the Mississippi and honor five years of BIMS' impact.

Info: There will be an open bar, but this is on a first-come, first-served basis! Brunch Menu: Seasonal Fresh Fruit
Homemade Biscuits
Chicken & Andouille Gumbo
Scrambled Eggs
French Toast & Powdered Sugar
New Orleans Barbecued Shrimp & Creamy Grits
Home-Style Potatoes
Spinach Madeline
Breakfast Sausage
Crispy Bacon
Paddlewheeler Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce
Iced Tea, Water, & Coffee

Info: The BIMS Team will pass out the 5th anniversary gift to attendees. Have fun and network with everyone in attendance.

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