A Walk on the Dark SideThere is a wide range of astronomical evidence that the visible stars and gas in all galaxies, including our own, are immersed in a much larger cloud of non-luminous matter, typically an order of magnitude greater in total mass. The existence of this "dark matter" is consistent with evidence from large-scale galaxy ...
Where: Menlo ParkCost: Free
Tuesday, 07/02/13
Intel Museum - Free Binary Beading Class Engages KidsTwo class times: 10-11am, 3-4pmWhat are all those 1s and 0s that make up binary code? And for that matter, what's binary code? Students ages 7 and up learn how computers use this 'digital' language to send, process, and receive information. By using beads to represent a switch's on and off ...
Where: Santa ClaraCost: Free
Dune and ripple migration along rover Curiosity's traverse in Gale Crater (Mars)The NASA Mars Science Laboratory rover, Curiosity, has safely landed near a 35 km long dark dune field in Gale Crater on Mars. This dune field crosses the landing site from the NE to the SW and lies along Curiosity's traverse to Aeolis Mons. Dr. Silvestro will present evidence of ...
Where: Mountain ViewCost: Free
History of the U.S. Army Corps of EngineersJoin Ranger Bill to learn about the "When/Where/Why/What/ How," the diverse, complex, many faceted missions, goals and objectives of the USACE's "Birth" in 1775 under General George Washington.
Where: SausalitoCost: Free
Painting Bolinas – Tiburon International Film FestivalUnlike anything you have ever seen before; Painting Bolinas takes you on an unforgettable journey into the life of a man true to his art to the very end. Peter Lee Brownlee, with the bravado of a Hemingway and the sensibility of a Picasso living in a setting of characters ...
With activities like bubbly sidewalk painting, rocket launching, meeting rescued wild animals, and making your own ice cream, you'll have a wonderful time learning and exploring together at Summer Fun Days. All events are free with your admission! June12 | Bubbly Sidewalk Painting Make your own chalk and create masterpieces ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free with admission
Fish Feeding FrenzyHelp Ranger Bill feed the hungry inhabitants of our fresh and saltwater tanks. Watch the different feeding styles of rock cod, sea stars, and steelhead trout.
Where: SausalitoCost: Free
Thursday, 07/04/13
Galaxy Forum USA 2013Galaxy Education, Galaxy Exploration and Galaxy Enterprise in the 21st Century Presentations by: Mariska Kriek, University of California, Berkeley"Growing Galaxies" Steve Durst, Int'l Lunar Observatory Assoc / SPC Founder"ILO Galaxy First Light Imaging and Exploration"Marco Pavone, Asst Professor, Stanford University"Surface Exploration of Small Solar System Bodies: Challenges and Prospects"Pioneering Businesses with Galactic Aspirations:Tony ...
Where: Santa ClaraCost: Free
Cafe InquiryMeet up with rationalists, skeptics, and freethinkers south of San FranciscoCafe Inquiry is a social event hosted by the Center for Inquiry|San Francisco. We'll meet at Café Borrone http://www.cafeborrone.com/ between Kepler's Books and the British Banker's Club! Look for the black balloon.For more information or if you have questions please ...
Where: Menlo ParkCost: Free
Celebrate July 4th with the Exploratorium's After Dark: BoomWhat's the science behind fireworks? How are implosions different from explosions? What happens when hot water is combined with liquid nitrogen? The Exploratorium's After Dark: Boom celebrates July 4th with rumbling, roaring, and spectacular explorations of supernovas, sonic booms, earthquakes, taiko drumming, stepping, and other resonant topics.Learn how the percussive ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: $15; $10 for members
Friday, 07/05/13
Field Botany FridaysCome hike with ACR staff. While we hike, we may identify plants, survey for rare plants, photograph wildflowers, discuss ethnobotany or other trailside botany. Takes place the first Friday of every month.Please dress for the weather and bring at least one quart of drinking water. You may also wish to ...
Where: GeyservilleCost: Free
Saturday, 07/06/13
Bat TornadoJoin us for an early morning van-ride adventure into the back country and out to a large bat colony. View the "bat tornado" and learn about the benefits of our local flying mammals. Meet at the park office. Bring a pad to sit on and dress in layers for changing ...
Where: San JoseCost: Free
Intel Museum - Free Circuitry Class Engages KidsTwo class times: 10-11am, 3-4pmSchematics, Switches and CircuitsFrom doorbells to karaoke machines, kids ages 9 and up will be introduced to reading schematics and building circuits. After a quick introduction to the basics, they will work in teams to build a variety of electronic devices that ring, beep and play songs! ...
Join archaeologist Kari Jones to learn about the ongoing research into the cultural and natural history of Mountain Lake. She will discuss results of limnological coring of lake sediments that took place prior to dredging and what this research can tell us about the formation of the lake and the ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Donation
Star PartyJoin the Halls Valley Astronomical Group for a night of star-gazing fun. Knowledgeable volunteers will provide you with a chance to look through a variety of telescopes and answer questions about the night sky. Meet at Halley Hill (across from campsite #22). Park entrance gates close at 10pm. (408) 274-6121
Where: San JoseCost: Free
San Mateo County Astronomical Society Star PartyThe City of San Carlos Department of Parks and Recreation and the San Mateo County Astronomical Society have open Star Parties twice a month.Reasons to AttendIf you have kids interested in space or planets bring them here for a real life view of planets, nebula, star clusters and galaxies.If you ...
Where: San CarlosCost: Free
Sunday, 07/07/13
Free Day of ScienceFirst Sundays are FREE! OMCA is free all day the first Sunday of every month. Tour the building with members of the Museum's Council on Architecture at 1 pm and enjoy a Docent-led tour of the Gallery of California Art at 2 pm. Grab lunch or a snack at Blue ...
Where: OaklandCost: Free
Aquaponics Tour and Open HouseAre you curious about the growing phenomenon of aquaponics - the soil-less system of growing food in water that increases productivity while reducing environmental impacts and creating both produce and edible fish? Join us for the unveiling of Urban Adamah's new aquaponics system designed and built by Rising Tide Aquaponics! ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: Free w/advance registration, $5 at door
Trekking the ModelJoin a ranger guided tour of the Bay Model, a 1.5 acre hydraulic model of San Francisco Bay and Delta. Discover the stories of the two major operations that took place at this location between 1942 – 2000.
