Sea Talk: Plastic in Our Bodies and Our World – Turning the Tide

Thu Mar 12 2026 at 05:30 pm to 07:00 pm UTC-10:00

Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii | Wailuku

Maui Ocean Center
Publisher/HostMaui Ocean Center
Sea Talk: Plastic in Our Bodies and Our World \u2013 Turning the Tide
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Project Reuse presents a special film screening and panel discussion featuring local leaders in conservation, science, and sustainability.
About this Event

Join us for an eye-opening Sea Talk exploring how plastic impacts our bodies, our oceans, and our future—and what we can do about it. This is a chance to learn, connect, and be part of the solution. Together, we can turn the tide.



🎬 Featured Film

“We’re All Plastic People Now”
An Emmy Award–winning documentary that uncovers the pervasive presence of plastic in our environment—and in us.



🎤 Guest Speakers & Panelists

Cheryl King – Marine biologist focused on Hawaiian endangered species conservation and founder of SHARKastics. Advocate for cleaner oceans with a clear goal: “More Turtles, Less Nurdles.”
Dustin Paradis – Executive Director of The Marine Institute at Maui Ocean Center, empowering community-led marine resource stewardship.
Dr. Sonia Gupta – Dentist and founder of Aloha Brite, creating therapeutic, plastic-free oral care rooted in nature and science.
Suparna Vashisht – Founder of Project Reuse, sustainability leader, and active member of Maui’s turtle rescue and Surfrider communities.


🌱 Seats are limited
We look forward to sharing this powerful evening with you.

With aloha,
Project Reuse & Maui Ocean Center
Community action for a healthier Maui


Agenda

🕑: 05:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Doors open at the Sphere Theater
🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Doors close promptly | Film begins
🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Panel discussion
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii, 192 Maalaea Road, Wailuku, United States

Tickets

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