No Scheduled Events
2026-02-25 10:00 - 2026-03-01 17:00 UTC
As we gear up to celebrate DVEC’s 2nd Anniversary, we are taking a short pause in select daily programs to focus on planning exciting new experiences, anniversary events, and fresh activities for our community!

Your continued support, participation, and enthusiasm are what make this center thrive. Because of all of you, we are growing, evolving, and preparing to roll out new features and updates that will enhance your visit even more.

Programs Paused: February 25 – March 1, 2026
Crazy Science, Feature Creature, and Mosquito Cravings
Fish Frenzy will continue at its usual times: 10:30 AM and 3:30 PM.
Scavenger Hunts will still be available throughout the week at regular distribution times, with the exception of 12 PM – 2 PM and after 4 PM. Will we also have activity sheets available in the classroom.
Sunday Funday will feature free-form art and offering materials from some of our favorite past crafts.

During this planning period, our team will be finalizing anniversary event details, adjusting program schedules, and introducing new interactive elements and activities for guests to enjoy during their visit. We cannot wait to share what is coming next!

Stay tuned for upcoming announcements about our 2nd Anniversary celebration and new programming updates.

Thank you for being part of our growing community of learners, explorers, and science enthusiasts. The best is yet to come at DVEC.

March 2026 Upcoming Events
2026-03-01 10:00 - 2026-03-31 17:00
Hi everyone!
The Disease Vector Education Center has an exciting lineup of events this March as we head into spring with hands-on science, creative challenges, and interactive discoveries about insects, ecosystems, and disease vectors. From exploring iridescent insect colors and water habitats to becoming vector detectives and learning how mosquitoes find their hosts, there is something for curious learners of all ages.
This month also marks a very special milestone for us. On March 26, we will celebrate the DVEC’s 2nd Anniversary with our special event Mission Vector Control. Join us for a mission-style experience where visitors can explore the center, solve challenges, and learn how mosquito control professionals protect public health in our community.
Programs include daily science sessions like Crazy Science, hands-on creative activities during Sunday Funday, and interactive discovery opportunities throughout the center.
We also have some exciting updates and improvements planned for the center, and additional announcements will be shared soon as we approach our anniversary. There are many awesome new things in the works, and we cannot wait to share them with you.
Stay tuned as we spotlight each event throughout the month, and tell us which one you are most excited to attend.

AMCD Workshop
2026-03-04 08:00 - 2026-03-06 17:00
The Anastasia Mosquito Control District will be hosting the 21st Annual Arbovirus Surveillance and Mosquito Control Workshop this week. As a result, the Disease Vector Education Center (DVEC) will experience higher than usual visitation and foot traffic throughout the facility.

This workshop brings together mosquito control professionals, international scholars, public health experts, and disease vector specialists who are visiting to share research, collaborate on vector control strategies, and tour our facility. We are excited to welcome these experts and highlight the work being done in St. Johns County and beyond to monitor and reduce mosquito-borne diseases.

Because of the increased number of professional visitors, the center may feel busier and louder than usual. Staff will do their best to help maintain a comfortable environment and assist visitors as needed.

At this time, regular programming remains paused while we support the workshop activities and finalize our March Programming, we have so much in store for our 2nd anniversary. However, guests can still enjoy several fun, educational, and interactive activities during their visit.

Available during this time:
• Scavenger hunts and self-guided activities throughout the center
• Interactive exhibits and informational displays
• Fish Frenzy at the usual times

We appreciate your understanding during this exciting professional event and thank you for helping us welcome colleagues from across the country and around the world to the DVEC.

No Scheduled Programs
2026-03-04 10:00 - 2026-03-08 17:00
As we continue preparing for DVEC’s upcoming 2nd Anniversary celebration, our pause on select daily programs will extend for one additional week.
Programs Paused: March 4 – March 8, 2026
Crazy Science, Feature Creature, and Mosquito Cravings
Fish Frenzy will continue at its usual times: 10:30 AM and 3:30 PM.
Scavenger Hunts will continue to be distributed during regular times, except between 12 PM – 2 PM and after 4 PM.
Sunday Funday will feature free-form art and crafts using materials from previous activities.
We appreciate your understanding as we balance workshop activities, anniversary planning, and upcoming program updates. These efforts help us continue improving the visitor experience and expanding educational opportunities at the DVEC.
Thank you for being part of our community, and we look forward to sharing our 2nd Anniversary programming and new activities soon.
Notice:
March 4-6, 2026:
The Anastasia Mosquito Control District will also be hosting its 21st Annual Arbovirus Surveillance and Mosquito Control Workshop, welcoming various professionals. Because of this, the facility will experience higher than normal visitation and increased foot traffic throughout the week.
Guests may see scientists, researchers, and mosquito control professionals touring the center as part of the workshop activities. See our previous post for more details.

Crazy Science: Iridescent Wonders
2026-03-11 11:00 - 2026-03-14 11:30
Crazy Science: Iridescent Wonders 🪲✨
Join us at the Disease Vector Education Center for this week’s Crazy Science as we explore the dazzling colors of the insect world. Many insects shine with brilliant colors not from pigments, but from structural coloration that bends and reflects light.
Discover how these amazing adaptations work and see real insect specimens up close.

📅 March 11–14⏰ 11:00 AM📍 Disease Vector Education Center

Sunday Funday: Sand Bottle Art
2026-03-15 10:30 - 15:30
Sunday Funday: Sand Bottle Art
Join us at the Disease Vector Education Center for a creative Sunday Funday inspired by coastal habitats and ocean ecosystems. Create your own colorful sand bottle art using layered sand to design a unique keepsake to take home.
This hands-on craft is perfect for families and young artists looking to explore creativity while enjoying a fun day at the center.

📅 March 15, 2026⏰ 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM⏸ Activity paused 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM📍 Disease Vector Education Center

Stop by, get creative, and make your own sandy masterpiece.
