The 2026 speaker series at Barnegat Lighthouse State Park is nearing its conclusion, with only two Saturdays left. The talks take place in the interpretive center in the park at 1 p.m.; they are free of charge and do not require registration.

This Saturday, April 18, the presenter is Jon Fiorella of Carmel, N.Y. and Barnegat Light. The retired science teacher of 43 years has received five national educator awards.